Tips
It's always vital to first seek the expertise of a professional and to look around you at women whose brows you may admire to best address the shaping of brows. Word of mouth goes a long way. For those of you who are unable to see an expert, I want to share some practical advice that will help you to create your own ideal brow shape and style at home.
DETERMINE YOUR IDEAL SHAPE IN 3 EASY STEPS
Step 1: Determining Eye Space
The space between brows should be in accordance with the shape of your nose, the distance between your eyes and the width of the actual eye. The farther apart your eyes are, the closer to the nose the brows must be to create an elongated illusion. Hold a brow pencil parallel to the upper bridge of the nose on each side (see arrow 1). Tweeze above the nose in between the 2 parallel lines.
Step 2: Determining the Arch
To locate the high point of your arch, hold the pencil parallel to the outside corner of the iris (see arrow 2).
Step 3: Determining the Length
To determine the length of your ideal brow shape hold the pencil diagonally (at a 45˚ angle) from the nostril, following the outside corner of the eye to the temple (see arrow 3). Where the pencil ends is where your brow tail should end.
The
ideal eyebrow shape is different for every face. Trends are
meaningless to the Queen of the Arch.
“Bell
bottoms aren’t for everyone. I look for the shape that
is going to enhance a person’s face – give it luminosity,
balance and lift.”
No
one knows brows like Eliza. To Eliza, eyebrows do more than
just the practical function of filtering foreign objects from
the eyes. Eyebrows can change your looks - completely! They
can make a face look sexy, intriguing, happy, polished or even
wild - all with just a bit of subtle modification. Famous for
pioneering the classically elongated eyebrow shape, Eliza has
transformed the brow into an extension of fashion. One look,
and Eliza knows just what's needed. She can completely change
a face or simply improve upon what's already there, helping
to bring out the "true you."
Creating perfect eyebrows isn't just about trimming, plucking
and tweezing. It's about creating a look. A style. A feeling.
It's about creating beauty. “You wouldn’t cut your
own hair, why would you try to shape your own eyebrows?”
she concludes, truly puzzled.
Some
common
errors to look out for:
Eyebrows to close
Eyebrows
too far apart
Eyebrows
too bushy
Eyebrows too thin
Eyebrows
arched too high |
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Some
helpful tips:
Never trim the very last hairs from the eyebrow tail.
Never
tweeze the hairs at the end of the eyebrow. Brush
and fix them with gel. The longer the better.
Use
brow pencil or powder prior to using brow gel to
avoid clumping. |
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Here
are some more helpful hints:
1. Prepare the skin.
2.
Tweezing
after a shower and/or using a toner is best.
3. Since it may cause
redness, avoid tweezing before an important event.
4. Do not wax if:
> You have peeling skin
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You have had a recent laser treatment or cosmetic facial
work
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You use Accutane, Retin-A or other prescription acne medications
5. Do not shave eyebrows.
6. Do not tweeze
white hairs from the brow; color them.
7. If you need more
guidance, Eliza recommends that you see an accredited
professional. |
What
to know before you go
You’ve gone to the trouble of scheduling an appointment,
and spent weeks letting your eyebrows grow in. Here are
some helpful tips to ensure that you’re visit’s
a success!
Don’t touch your eyebrows for 4-6 weeks before your
visit. It’s a tweezers, not a wand – if you
don’t have anything to shape, you’re not going
to see dramatic results!
Don’t
use any of the following exfoliators for at least 2
weeks before your appointment:
Alpha-hydroxy
(aHa’s) products, Wrinkle removers, Retinol A ,
Vitamin C products, Glycolic acid treatments.
Discontinue using Accutane 3 months before your visit.
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On
your own
Four steps to success
1.
Determine the shape that you want by referring to the
booklet
2.
Trimming - should always be done before tweezing. *Warning:
Do not trim the very last hairs from the end of the
eyebrow
3. Tweezing - Avoid tweezing the top of the brow. Professional
waxing can be used to remove those hairs. *Warning:
Do not tweeze white hairs. Instead, color them.
4.
Finishing
Choosing
color
Fill-in
and contour the shape
Brow
gel
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TRIMMING, TWEEZING AND FINISHING
I. Trimming:
Trimming should always be done before tweezing. Use my Curved Scissors [link all products to Brow Boutique] for precise cutting . Divide your trimming into 2 parts: the first ¾ of the brow (from nose to end of arch), should be trimmed with brows hairs brushed vertically, while the outer ¼ should be brushed on an angle to avoid cutting the hair too short.
Use my Spiral Brow Brush to brush the hair upwards and trim any excess hairs above the brow line. Brush the second section at an angle towards the temple and make sure not to cut the hair too short.
Caution: Never trim the last few hairs of your tail, the longer the tail, the better your eyebrows will look. Do not cut the hair too short, as it can create spiky brows. Trimming at the wrong angle creates gaps.
II. Tweezing:
The vital step to creating Eliza's signature well-groomed brow, tweezing should be done after a shower, when the skin is supple, in good lighting.
After you have selected your ideal shape, based on the guidelines above, brush the eyebrows upward. Look in the mirror and use your opposite hand to gently pull the skin from the outer edge of the eye area and pull one hair at a time. Hold the tweezers from the middle to have a good grasp. Repeat on other side, making sure to check frequently to assure symmetry.
Use my Slanted Tweezers (best for beginners and men) or Pointed Tweezers (for tweezing pros) to remove one hair at a time with a quick motion in the direction of the hair growth. Tweeze 2 or 3 rows of hair, and resist the temptation to over do it.
Gently pull the skin towards the forehead and remove any stray hairs between the brows. Check to see that your brows are symmetrical and when refining your shape tweeze a few hairs from one brow, then go to the other side, until both eyebrows are even.
III. Finishing:
I have developed a collection of finishing products to help you achieve your perfect brow.
Chose one of my Definer/Eyeliner to complement your skin tone. Using a steady hand and holding the skin up to the arch, follow the brow line and outline the arch.
To fill in sparse brows or bald areas, use my Chunky Filler , matched to your skin tone using light feathery strokes to achieve a fuller look.
Use my Brow Powder Trio with the Angled Brush for those of you who prefer a softer coverage. Match your skin tone accordingly.
Set your look with my Brow Shaper Gel to keep hair in place. It is recommended for everyone to achieve a slick, polished look and will even condition the hair!
Caution: Use pencils and/or powder before applying Brow Shaper Gel to avoid clumping.
