How to Shape Eyebrows at Home: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Your eyebrows are more than just facial features—they’re essential to framing your face and enhancing your natural beauty. A well-shaped brow can define your look, emphasize your eyes, and give you a polished appearance. If you’re new to shaping your eyebrows, don’t worry! This beginner brow guide will walk you through perfect eyebrow steps to help you achieve your best brows yet.
Tools You Need
Before you start, gather these essential tools:
- Tweezers: For precise hair removal. Opt for slanted tweezers for better control and grip.
- Brow Pencil: To measure and mark key points for your ideal brow shape.
- Spoolie Brush: To comb through and shape your brows.
- Small Scissors: To trim long hairs (if needed).
How to Shape Eyebrows
Step 1: Determine Your Ideal Brow Shape
Your ideal brow shape depends on your facial structure and personal preference, but the goal is always the same: to enhance your natural features. Start with your brow bone as a guide. When your brows align with this natural structure, they create a balanced and harmonious look. Mismatched brows can draw attention away from your face.
If you're unsure where to start, experimenting with brow stencils is one of the best eyebrow shaping tips for beginners. Madluvv’s deluxe set of 9 eyebrow stencils is scientifically designed to cater to a variety of brow shapes, lengths, and sizes. You can purchase the stencils on their own or upgrade to the Brow Stamp Kit, which includes all 9 stencils and a full-pigment pomade for effortless, symmetrical results.
Step 2: Measure and Mark Key Points
Before mapping your brows, brush them into place with a spoolie brush. Next, use a brow pencil to define these three key points:
- Start of the Brow (A): Hold your pencil vertically against the side of your nose, aligned with the inner corner of your eye. The spot where the pencil meets your brow bone is where your brow should begin. Avoid over-plucking this area to prevent creating gaps or making your brows look too far apart.
- Arch of the Brow (B): Angle the pencil from the tip of your nose through the outer edge of your pupil. The highest point of your brow—the arch—should align with this mark. Depending on your face shape, the arch can be more pronounced or softer.
- End of the Brow (C): Tilt the pencil so it extends from the outer corner of your nose to the outer edge of your eye. Where the pencil meets your brow bone marks where your brow should end. If your brow doesn't naturally reach this point, you can fill it in later for a polished appearance.
Mark these points lightly with your brow pencil to use as a guide.
Step 3: Remove Stray Hairs Carefully
Using tweezers, pluck any stray hairs that fall outside your marked areas. Tweeze in the direction of hair growth to reduce discomfort and prevent breakage. Work slowly, stepping back periodically to check your progress in a mirror. Over-plucking can leave brows looking uneven or sparse, so less is more.
If necessary, trim longer hairs:
- Brush Upward: Use a spoolie to comb brow hairs upward, revealing any excess length.
- Trim Sparingly: Use small scissors to snip only the tips of the longer hairs.
- Brush Downward: Repeat by brushing hairs downward to identify uneven lengths.
Step 4: Fill and Define
With your mapped shape as a guide, it’s time to bring your brows to life!
- Set Your Brows: Start with Laminate Me Brow Gel. Brush it through your brows, coating the tops and undersides to set the hairs in place. This clear, medium-hold gel tames unruly hairs and provides the perfect base for filling and defining.
- Fill in Sparse Areas: For precise, hair-like strokes, use Madluvv’s Exacto Brow Pencil. For quick, symmetrical results, try the Brow Stamp Kit.
- Blend: Use a spoolie to soften harsh lines and blend the product for a natural look.
- Highlight: Brighten your brow area with Define Me Brow Highlighter. Apply under the arch for a lifted, youthful glow.
- Seal the Deal: Lock everything in with Seal Me Brow Sealer. This fast-drying formula ensures your brows stay smudge-proof and transfer-proof for up to 36 hours.
Common Brow Mistakes to Avoid
- Overplucking: Always err on the side of caution. Removing too much can thin your brows or throw off symmetry.
- Ignoring Your Natural Shape: Work with your brow’s natural arch and growth pattern for the most flattering results.
- Skipping Blending: Blending softens harsh lines and ensures a cohesive, polished finish.
