4 Eyebrow Makeup Mistakes That Make You Look Older

Beautiful, well-groomed eyebrows can transform your face, making your eyes look expressive and youthful. But just a few mistakes can have the opposite effect: your face will look tired, and your eyes will lose their natural sparkle. We at joy-pup will explore the most common eyebrow makeup mistakes that visually add age.

Too Dark or the Wrong Shade

This is one of the most common mistakes. Many women choose a brow pencil or shadow that’s several shades darker than necessary, thinking it will brighten their eyes. In reality, eyebrows that are too dark make the face look heavier, harsher, and older.

The right way:

If you’re a blonde, choose shades of light brown or taupe. Brunettes should choose soft chocolate or graphite shades, but not black. Ideally, the eyebrow color should match the root of the hairline or be slightly lighter.

Clear, graphic lines

Eyebrows drawn “with a ruler” are long out of fashion. This shape makes the face look unnatural and the makeup look heavy. Furthermore, harsh lines and defined contours create a “mask” effect, which adds age to even young skin.

Tip:

Use a shading technique – using light strokes, draw individual hairs rather than a solid line. It’s better to use soft pencils or powder textures for a natural look.

Incorrect eyebrow shape

Eyebrows that are too thin or overly arched are a surefire way to look older. They accentuate wrinkles, make the face look tired, and distort the proportions.

How to fix:

Avoid a high arch, as it creates a surprised look. Don’t overpluck your eyebrows; instead, restore their natural width. The ideal shape follows the natural hairline and accentuates the eye shape.

Densely filled brows without volume

When brows are completely filled with color, they look flat and drawn-on. This ages the face, especially if the skin is no longer youthful.

Solution:

Add volume – use a clear or tinted gel to lift the hairs and create a natural texture. You can lighten the base of the brow slightly to create a soft transition.

To be continued…