Since the distant 20s of the last century, thin, "raised" eyebrows at the temples have been the latest trend that most girls aspired to. Until 2000, the trend remained predominant, until naturalness and naturalness came back into fashion. Cara Delevingne, Megan Fox, Aishwarya Rai, Miranda Kerr have become new standards. But there are not so many owners of wide, thick eyebrows of an attractive shape. Besides, are thin eyebrows really a flaw that needs to be addressed?
Dignity or flaw?
Thin eyebrows, the photos of which are presented below, will help you get a general idea of how their different shapes are combined with a certain type of face.
For example, a round, full face is ideal for narrow, slightly pointed eyebrows at the end. This combination is also acceptable with an oval shape.
A triangular face with a narrow chin also allows this possibility.
And vice versa: narrow eyebrow arches with sparse hair with a square or diamond-shaped face are recommended to be corrected, since they unfavorably emphasize the sharp angularity of the cheekbones. Although there are exceptions to any rule. A vivid example of this is the thin eyebrows of Angelina Jolie, the owner of a rectangular face type.
If you have eyebrows that are not naturally rich in vegetation, do not rush to get upset: even in the last century it was difficult to find a girl who would not diligently pluck them, turning them into a thin thread. Now your “flaw” can also easily turn into a cute highlight that harmoniously complements the image.
Despite the fact that such eyebrows are invariably associated with unattractiveness and are perceived mainly as a flaw and even as a blunder in beauty experiments, many celebrities, without fear, openly emphasize their originality. In addition, fashion trends have a huge impact on the general idea of beauty. At one time, Clara Bow's very thin eyebrows not only did not prevent her from making a successful career as an actress, but also became the standard for many women for more than a dozen years.
Sometimes it's a sign of illness
Unfortunately, among the causes that contribute to thinning and even baldness of the eyebrows, there are not only congenital, such as, for example, a genetic predisposition. Most often, acquired factors are distinguished, such as:
- neurological diseases, depression, stress;
- hormonal changes;
- chronic and acute infections of viral, bacterial and parasitic etiology;
- hypo- and avitaminosis caused by severe dietary restrictions, lack of sleep;
- dermatological infections.
In such cases, the best solution to the problem is to contact a qualified specialist.
Secrets of proper makeup
The shape of thin eyebrows affects how harmonious the image will be. Their correction can be carried out both in the salon and at home, provided that the execution technique is extremely accurate. The classic way to create the perfect shape is that the beginning of the eyebrow should coincide with the line running from the wing of the nose to the inner corner of the eye, the end to the outer. The highest point of the bend should be on a line that crosses the center of the eye.
There are three ways to highlight the contour of the eyebrows:
- Graphic. The contour of the eyebrow is drawn with a pencil, shadows of a similar shade are applied in the center. The line is very clear and expressive, especially when using a dark pencil. This method allows, if desired, to visually expand thin eyebrows, slightly retreating beyond the original contour. Used mainly in evening make-up.
- Natural. Perhaps the most optimal, although difficult option, suitable for daily use. Painting is carried out only between the hairs. To enhance the color and fixation, a colored or transparent gel is applied and evenly distributed with a special brush that lays hard unruly hairs in the desireddirection.
- Mixed. It includes the two previous methods and allows you to achieve brightness and naturalness, but is the most difficult. The head of the eyebrow is drawn weakly or completely left untouched. At the same time, the tip is clearly distinguished, without disturbing the smooth color transition from a lighter to a darker shade. Among other things, this method allows you to visually lengthen the eyebrows.
Common mistakes
The density and width of the eyebrows can be influenced not only by genetics. Liquid, shapeless eyebrows can be the result of improper care. Below are 3 common mistakes that lead to this.
- Insufficient lighting. To create the perfect shape, you need maximum precision, which means that the light must fall evenly and, preferably, from all sides. To do this, you can use shadowless lamps and a dressing room mirror located on a large comfortable table.
- Violations of the sequence of procedures. It is not recommended to carry out epilation before painting with chemical means: when removing a hair with its subcutaneous part, follicle, microtraumas are formed in the inner part of the epidermis, if the paint gets on them, burns appear in the form of spot redness.
- Incorrect hair growth due to incorrect plucking technique. Some girls complain that they have stiff, unruly and difficult to style eyebrows that "sag or stick out all the time, so you have to trim them regularly." But this only exacerbates the problem. If you pull out a hair in any direction other than the natural growth line, the bulbis displaced, and the new hair that appears after continues to grow incorrectly. Shortening for a short time eliminates the external manifestation of the problem, but it is even more difficult to cope with the denser and coarser hairs that grow after the structure. As a result - frail "liquid bushes" instead of luxurious sable arcs.
- Unmethodical actions. Recklessly believing that the shape of the eyebrows is determined in the process of plucking, you can simply spoil it, turning the eyebrows into thin shapeless strings. You need to determine it in advance by drawing a contour in white, black or any contrasting color with a pencil. If in doubt, it is better to consult a specialist, because in the case of independent ill-conceived experiments, irreversible consequences are not excluded. At best, it may take many months to restore the previous state.
Eyebrows as a frame
Beautiful thin eyebrows are simply impossible without proper styling, because they often stand out weakly on the face, if not completely invisible. If for fair-haired and blondes this emphasizes the natural tenderness and softness of features, then brown-haired women and brunettes should think deeply about a possible change in image, especially for those with large facial features.
According to the advice of many stylists, the color of the eyebrows should be a maximum of 1-2 shades lighter than the hair, otherwise there is a risk of simply “losing” the face, which will look unkempt, lifeless and devoid of any expression.
How to choose a good paint?
Eyebrow paint is the most durable option, but requiresprofessional approach, since an incorrectly selected color is not immediately removed from the skin and hair. Also, it should not contain aggressive chemical components, such as ammonia and peroxide, which can lead to the destruction of the hair structure and their loss, as well as skin irritation. Below are the most common brands that meet the basic requirements:
- Russian paint Estel Enigma from the domestic company "Unicosmetics" gently and carefully colors eyebrows with sparse, weak hairs.
- German paint from Cehko, Eye Shades, is pretty easy to use. Even very thin eyebrows with its use will acquire a naturally bright and well-groomed look.
- Igora Bonarcom - high-quality, fairly stable professional paint from the German brand Schwarzkopf. It will make the eyebrows more expressive and add visual thickness to them.
If an allergic reaction occurs after the sensitivity test, you should stop using paint and replace it with a safer tint balm that works the same way, although less pronounced. It does not dry out hair, strengthening and nourishing it.
How to color eyebrows?
You can also use mascara, shadow or pencil for painting.
Mascara for sparse eyebrows is better to choose with a beveled thin brush that blends the outline drawn with a pencil or a dry corrector, as well as qualitatively styling naughty hairs. A brush with a round tip that widens towards the end works in a similar way: it captures the entire width of the eyebrow, ideally layingher in the right direction.
Shadows are applied quite easily, have a rich color range and lie evenly on the eyebrows, as if merging with them. For daily use, shadows without pearlescent particles are ideal, no more than 2 tones darker than the natural hair color. The range of this type of cosmetics consists of a highlighter - a dry dense pencil, matte palettes of various shades and creamy shadows with a fixing effect.
Pencil is a simple and irreplaceable thing in every woman's cosmetics arsenal. But improper use of it can lead to the fact that the eyebrows on the face will stand out unnaturally bright, and light makeup will turn into heavy theatrical makeup. In order not to look vulgar, you need to adhere to the following rules:
- Mark with a pencil the beginning, end and highest point of the bend of the eyebrow with the first, second and third point, respectively.
- Draw a thin upper line from the first to the third point, connecting them in series with the second. The tip of the eyebrow should be outlined clearly, but gently.
- After tracing the bottom line, draw the resulting space with short, sketchy movements with shadows or a pencil, avoiding sharp pressure.
- Smudge and redraw the brows, this time with light, smooth and gliding motions.
- The result can be fixed by gently combing the eyebrows with an applicator using a transparent or similar shade of gel.
How to grow eyebrows?
Castor oil is an affordable hair growth booster. It actively nourishes and protects the hair, preventing hair loss. Linoleic, oleic, stearic and monosaturated fatty acids regenerate damaged tissues, relieving inflammation and irritation, and derivatives of vitamins A and E activate one of the substances responsible for the growth and he alth of epithelial tissues - collagen. A small amount of oil can be applied at night, spreading evenly with a brush. Beforehand, you need to do a warming massage or 15-minute warm compresses with the addition of peach, almond or olive oils.1-2 times a week you can do a moisturizing carrot mask using unsqueezed fresh juice or thick juice, rubbing it into the eyebrow area in within 3-5 minutes. Then leave the mixture for 10 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Beeswax mask thickens the hair structure, adding volume to it, softening it and making it less vulnerable to external irritants. The mask is prepared from the calculation: a teaspoon of wax and petroleum jelly are mixed in a ratio of 1: 1 with the addition of 5 drops of castor oil.
Perfect thin eyebrows give the face grace and nobility. They can become a worthy adornment, admirable, and even an object of envy. Let the work on yourself not tire you, and the desire to change inspire you to new achievements!
