DOMESTIC BROWS

THE PERFECT EYEBROWS: ALMOST AS EFFECTIVE AS AN EYE LIFT

If your eyes are the windows to your soul, then your eyebrows should be the most uplifting part of your face. They completely alter the expression on your face, from surprised to perfectly calm. In addition to channeling feelings and emotions, eyebrows frame the face and creates clear boundaries and acts as a guideline for eye makeup, which is why keeping them well groomed is so important. If your eyebrows are in great shape, you need less makeup to look effortlessly polished and pulled together.

Always customize your brows to fit and flatter your face. You can’t go wrong with the universal brow shape: medium full with a tapered end and soft arch. But if you want truly customized brows, factor in the shape of your face. Think about proportion as well, if you have prominent features, you’ll look best with fuller brows; if you have small, delicate features, try a thinner softer shape. Brows always appear softer and more feminine when they are slightly lighter than your hair color. Know when not to fill in your brows. Brows don’t always need to be filled in. If a brow is naturally full, by simply adding a small amount of brow gel will do the job. Filling in an already heavy brow can quickly overtake the focus of the makeup application. Also, avoid the application of too much color on the inner brow. This can make the shape of the brow look “blocked off” and too heavy. Leave this portion of the brow clean and natural, just focus efforts on the arch and tail with only a tint of color on the inside.

MOST VALUABLE EYEBROW PRODUCTS


Tweezerman
Brow Shaping Scissors and Brush ($17.50, tweezerman.com)


Tweezerman
Stainless Steel Slant Tweezer ($20.00, tweezerman.com)


MAC Cosmetics
266 Small Angle Brush ($19.00, maccosmetics.com)


MAC Cosmetics
Matte Eye Shadow ($14.50, maccosmetics.com)


Laura Mercier Cosmetics
Eye Brow Gel ($19.00, lauramercier.com)

18 Comments to DOMESTIC BROWS

  1. I love these brow tips! I never knew it could be so technical. I’ll have to get your recommended products if I want beautiful eyebrows.

  2. Lia on November 20th, 2008
  3. I never knew that! I will try to do what you recommended. Thanks for the tips!!!

  4. La on November 20th, 2008
  5. Thanks for emphasizing the importance of well-groomed brows. I would love for you to do my makeup!

  6. Marissa on November 21st, 2008
  7. I love Tweezerman tweezers! It’s the best!

  8. Vanessa on November 21st, 2008
  9. Great image to go along with your helpful brow tips. I can tell that you’re a very visual person :) Thanks Nico!

  10. Katie M. on November 24th, 2008
  11. Great tips! I really need to work on emphasizing my eyebrows!

  12. Isa on November 28th, 2008
  13. I should be more brow-conscious. Great helpful tips!

  14. Wendy on November 30th, 2008
  15. I love your blog! Well done!!! :)

  16. Rebecca C. on December 3rd, 2008
  17. I will follow these tips! Great tips! Thanks for the tips!

  18. Danielle on December 4th, 2008
  19. I never tried this before! I will try! Going out to get the tweezers..

  20. Natalie on December 4th, 2008
  21. Good tips! I really need to purchase the angled brush from MAC.. Thanks Nico!

  22. Sanya on December 4th, 2008
  23. I went to Sephora the other day and picked up the Laura Mercier Eye Brow Gel and I absolutely love it!! It has enhanced my wild crazy eye brows! Thanks for the tip! Oh yeah, I also picked up the Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Cleansing Foam, so far I love how it makes my skin feel.

  24. Cassie on December 7th, 2008
  25. Love, love love the tips!

  26. Danni on December 15th, 2008
  27. I love this! Very detailed and easy to follow!

  28. Danielle Gloss on December 25th, 2008
  29. I love your product recommendations! And I love Laura Mercier products. She has amazing makeup primers!

  30. Lisa S. on December 26th, 2008
  31. you’ve got a fine looking blog there nico. 😉

  32. psyberdemon on January 7th, 2009
  33. Angelina is just gorgeous! Great photo to go with your blog entry.

  34. LaLaLa on January 26th, 2009
  35. I need to force myself to maintain my brows…I can’t go out like Ugly Betty! I love my eye brows too much!

    Yolanda

  36. Yolanda Smith on February 21st, 2009

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Deep Gray Shadow
It's an aggressive heavy black smoky eye. The perfect wash of gunmetal over the lids and a streak of glittery dark charcoal at the top and bottom lashes. For the perfect shade, try Make Up For Ever Diamond Shadow in Diamond Black, ($20.00, makeupforever.com).
• Blend a creamy vanilla shade on the brow bone for a highlight and pile on mascara for extra thickness and definition. With this look, soft pink-neutral lips and cheeks will keep it balanced.







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MAKE UP FOREVER - HD Microfinish Powder ($30.00, makeupforever.com)

A universal translucent finishing powder to be applied over foundation or worn alone. Sets the foundation and slightly mattifies skin without changing its natural contours. This 100% mineral silica powder softens the appearance of imperfections. Completely evens out the complexion for a glowing, radiant look. One universal shade for all skin tones:
• It's completely translucent and goes on any skintone. Its talc-free formula does not dry the skin and is formulated with 100% silica. Dermatologically tested.





NARS - The Multiple ($38.00, narscosmetics.com)

The original all-in-one, cream-to-powder, multi-purpose makeup stick. With fingertip application, The Multiple highlights, sculpts, and warms eyes, cheeks, lips, and body in an array of shades from sheer accents to mauve and bronze.





YVES SAINT LAURENT - Touche Éclat Radiant Touch ($40.00, yvessaintlaurent.com)

A luminizing pen that brings light and radiance to the skin, immediately erases any signs of fatigue, and brightens the complexion. The award-winning product is like eight hours of sleep and an instant pick-me-up in a magic wand. With a few strategically placed strokes, the complexion immediately looks rested, rejuvenated, and radiant:
• Banishes shadows and tired-looking eyes by adding light and creating an instant lift to the eye area.
• Widens eyes when used between the eyebrows and along the sides of the nose, and creates fuller looking lips when used in the hollow of the chin and around the contour of the lips.
• It's formulated for all skin types and for anyone who wants instant radiance, luminosity, and lift.





SMASHBOX - Photo Finish Foundation Primer ($36.00, smashbox.com)

This product creates a perfect canvas for foundation application. The silky blend of vitamins and antioxidants smoothes and perfects skin, while the unique formula helps to inhibit the destruction of collagen, and fills in fine lines and pores for a flawless finish:
• Use after moisturizer and before foundation for complexion perfection.
• This skin-soothing blend of antioxidants, which can be worn alone or under foundation, works overtime to fill in fine lines and even out skin texture.





SHISEIDO - White Lucent Brightening Cleansing Foam ($33.00, shiseido.com)

A gentle, purifying foam that effectively lifts away impurities and surface cells to help reduce surface melanin buildup and leave skin clean and bright:
• Removes impurities and excess surface oil with a fresh creamy lather. Helps exfoliate surface melanin, smooth skin, and minimize dullness.
• Formulated with Asian plant extracts to improve moisture balance. Leaves skin feeling dewy and smooth. Recommended for all skin types. Use morning and night.





YVES SAINT LAURENT - Volupté Sheer Candy ($30.00, yvessaintlaurent.com)

A glossy lip balm. This balm dresses your lips in a sheer veil of brilliant color boosted with vitamin- and antioxidant-rich fruit extract. Its ultra-light, sensual texture leaves lips feeling soft and hydrated for up to eight hours and is ideal for year-round use.





GUERLAIN - Orchidee Imperiale Eye & Lip Cream ($185.00, guerlain.com)

The protective and regenerative benefits of the orchid extract restore firmness, suppleness, density and hydration to these particularly delicate areas:
• Targets under-eye puffiness and dark circles with autofocus reflectors that light up the eye area.
• A tightening agent creates an instant rested look around the eyes.
• Crow's-feet are immediately smoothed.





SHISEIDO - Extra Smooth Sun Protection Cream SPF 36 PA+++ ($28.00, shiseido.com)

A highly nourishing cream-formula sunscreen for the face that defends against the powerful UVA/UVB rays that cause cell damage, dryness, roughness, and the premature signs of aging such as fine lines:
• Formulated with the retexturizing ingredient Xylitol to counteract roughness and keep skin looking soft and healthy. Contains Thiotaurine, an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals.
• Can be applied easily and absorbs quickly, leaving no visible white residue or feeling of heaviness. Very water-resistant. Perspiration-resistant. PABA-free.
• All Shiseido sun products proudly display the Skin Cancer Foundation seal of recommendation.





Beauty Bites



YOU SAY "TOMATO," I SAY "TOMAHTO"!

They're packed with lycopene, which protects skin from the oxidation that results from sun damage and leads to wrinkles. Adding a little olive oil helps you absorb lycopene even better. Numerous studies have shown that eating foods high in lycopene is beneficial in warding off heart disease and several types of cancer such as lung, prostate, cervical, digestive tract and breast. Good sources of lycopene are pink grapefruit, guava, watermelon, and rosehips, but the most common and perhaps most powerful is the tomato.





ALMONDS, IT'S IN THE CRUNCH!

They're brimming with vitamin E, which neutralizes free radicals in your muscles and nervous system and enhances speed, coordination and balance. They also have good amounts of magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, fibre and are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fat. They contain more calcium than any other nut which makes them great for vegetarians who do not eat any dairy products.





FEELING A LITTLE BLUE?

Blueberries have highest antioxidant capacity of all fresh fruit: being very rich in anti oxidants like vitamin C, B complex, vitamin E, vitamin A, copper, selenium, zinc and iron. They neutralize free radicals which can affect disease and aging in the body. Been proved to preserve vision: Blueberry extract, high in compounds called anthocyanosides, has been found in clinical studies to slow down visual loss. They keep you fresh, active, fit, sharp, close to nature and in a good mood, as they are very good anti depressants.





BEAUTY BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA

Green tea contains antioxidants that combat free radicals. Free radicals are byproducts of the human body and cause damage to cells and tissues. The antioxidants neutralize free radicals so they cannot cause any harm. Free radicals are one of the causes of many illnesses and they are one of the reasons for our aging. Green tea drinkers appear to have lower risk for a wide range of diseases, from simple bacterial or viral infections to chronic degenerative conditions including cardiovascular disease, cancer, stroke, periodontal disease, and osteoporosis.

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