Opening Thoughts

Hello everyone! I'm Xiaomei. Recently while watching short videos, I noticed many girls struggling with their eyebrow concerns. Some say they can't draw them well, others don't know what shape to choose, and some feel their eyebrows always look unnatural. As someone who's been in the beauty industry for ten years, I totally understand your frustrations! Today, let's discuss the seemingly simple yet intricate topic of eyebrows!

Understanding Eyebrow Shapes

When it comes to eyebrow shapes, I've noticed many girls don't know where to start. Eyebrow shapes can be both complex and simple. There are just a few basic shapes: round brows, straight brows, arched brows, and S-shaped brows. However, these basic shapes can create countless possibilities, depending on how you adjust the arch position, tail length, and thickness.

Let me give you an example. The other day, a girl with a round face came in feeling her face looked too full and didn't know what to do. After careful observation, I noticed her eyebrows were too straight, making her facial contours appear rounder. I suggested she try arched brows with a slightly higher arch. Sure enough, this immediately made her facial lines more three-dimensional and refined.

Another time, a girl with a prominent jawline came in feeling her face looked too fierce. In this case, I recommended she try round brows or soft arched brows. Guess what? These shapes immediately balanced her sharp features, making her whole appearance much softer.

So different face shapes truly suit different eyebrow shapes. Girls with oval faces have it easier, as they can pull off most eyebrow shapes. But if you have a square face, I'd advise against drawing too straight brows as this will emphasize facial angles. Similarly, if you have a long face, avoid high arched brows as they'll make your face appear longer.

Positioning Techniques

At this point, I'm sure many of you are eager to try. But wait! Before you start, let me teach you a super useful technique that I call the "Three-Point Positioning Method."

This method is simple, but once mastered, you'll find drawing eyebrows becomes much easier. First, let's determine the first point - the brow head position. Just take a pencil or eyebrow pencil and draw an imaginary vertical line up from the outer edge of your nostril. Where this line intersects with your eyebrow is the ideal starting point.

Next is the second point - the arch position. This is easy to find: look straight ahead, locate the outer edge of your pupil, and extend upward - this is the ideal position for the highest point of your arch. Remember, arch height should be adjusted according to your face shape and personal preference; not everyone suits a very high arch.

Finally, the third point - the tail position. This can also be determined using a simple method: draw an imaginary line diagonally upward from the outer edge of your nostril through the outer corner of your eye. Where this line intersects with your eyebrow is the ideal endpoint. However, note that tail length should vary by individual; if it looks too long, you can shorten it accordingly.

Once these three points are determined, you've established your eyebrow framework. The next step is connecting these points to form a complete shape. Remember to control your pressure when connecting - don't draw too heavily, fill in gradually.

Tool Selection

After discussing positioning, let's talk about tool selection. I've noticed many girls' eyebrows look unnatural largely because they've chosen the wrong tools. Just like painting, using the right tools can make the job twice as efficient.

Let's start with the most basic and commonly used tool - eyebrow pencils. There are many types available: round tip, square tip, angled tip... I personally recommend angled tip pencils because they can create very realistic eyebrow texture. You can use the wide side to quickly outline the shape, then use the pointed end to draw fine hair-like strokes.

Regarding color selection, here's an important principle: choose a color 2-3 shades darker than your hair color. Why? If you choose the same color as your hair, your eyebrows will lack dimension; if too dark, they'll look fake. For instance, with my dark brown hair, I choose dark gray-brown eyebrow pencils, creating natural-looking eyebrows with good depth.

Besides pencils, eyebrow powder is also a great tool. Its biggest advantage is creating a particularly soft makeup look. It's essential when you want to achieve a fluffy effect. When using powder, it's best to choose one with an angled brush for better control of pressure and area.

Then there's the often overlooked eyebrow gel. Honestly, I think it's a game-changer, especially for those with unruly eyebrows. Gel not only fixes the shape but also makes eyebrows look more naturally fluffy. There are both clear and tinted gels available; for beginners, I recommend trying clear gel first to avoid overdoing it.

Practical Tips

Now that we know about tool selection, let's move on to practical application. I believe patience is key when drawing eyebrows - like calligraphy, it's about controlling the pressure and timing of your strokes.

If you have thick eyebrows, start by trimming them with professional scissors. Be careful not to trim too much at once; use a downward motion for gentle trimming to create natural layers. After trimming, use clear eyebrow gel to set the shape, making unruly hairs behave.

For those with sparse eyebrows, you'll need more patience. First, outline the basic shape with an eyebrow pencil, using very light, even pressure. Then draw some fine hair-like strokes, following the natural growth direction. Finally, blend lightly with powder to make the whole shape look more natural.

Another important technique is handling the brow head. Many people draw it too heavy or square, making it look artificial. The correct method is to draw light, upward short strokes with the pencil, then gently brush them out to create a natural brow head effect.

Daily Matching

After covering the basics, let's discuss how to match eyebrow makeup in daily life. For bare face or light makeup days, a simple eyebrow look is sufficient.

Specifically, start by lightly outlining the basic shape with an eyebrow pencil, keeping the pressure light and color subtle. Then gently blend with powder to make the eyebrows look more natural. Finally, set with gel - the whole process doesn't need to be complicated and can be done in three minutes.

However, for heavy makeup, the eyebrow style should be slightly more dramatic. In this case, you can draw a higher arch and extend the tail longer to match the overall dramatic makeup look. But remember, even with heavy makeup, eyebrows shouldn't be too thick or dark - maintain appropriate dimension and layering.

Also, adjust eyebrow thickness according to the occasion. For work, keep them natural-looking, not too thick or artistic; but for parties or photos, you can make them more elaborate.

Advanced Tips

Through years of practice, I've found that eyebrow drawing gets more intuitive with time. It might feel very difficult at first, with unsatisfactory results. But once you master the basic principles and practice patiently, you'll definitely find the method that suits you best.

I often tell my students to develop their own ideas about eyebrow drawing. Don't just blindly follow standardized influencer eyebrow shapes, because everyone's face shape and features are different. For example, if someone has prominent brow bones, they should avoid drawing too high an arch; if someone has round eyes, they can use eyebrow shape to balance this roundness.

Another important point is learning to observe. Study other people's eyebrow shapes often, not to copy them, but to analyze why certain shapes suit certain face types. Through constant observation and thinking, you'll truly understand the secrets of eyebrow shapes.

Remember, there's no standard eyebrow shape - what matters most is matching your facial features. As I often tell clients: even if someone else's eyebrow shape looks great, it might not suit you. Finding your perfect eyebrow shape is the ultimate goal.

Final Words

Drawing eyebrows is like this - it seems simple but requires some skill and patience to do well. However, once you master the correct methods, everyone can create their perfect eyebrow shape.

Remember, makeup isn't about changing yourself, but better presenting yourself. I hope today's sharing helps solve your eyebrow-drawing concerns. Next time we'll discuss eyeshadow, and I'll share more professional makeup techniques, so remember to follow me.

Finally, here's a message for everyone: Beauty isn't about following a single standard, but finding what suits you best. I hope everyone can find joy and confidence in their pursuit of beauty.