high brows, kid sister

Before I even began working at Benefit I had an addiction with a certain product and working here has only exploded this problem. I like to use it…and use it a lot.

I admit it, it’s It’s high brow!  Each and every time I put it on I hope to get my brow arch higher and higher! Fueling my addiction, we have now launched high brow’s new kid sister- high brow glow! High brow glow is a luminous brow lifting pencil, the champagne pink shade is a more luminous version of the original linen pink shade.

the sassy lil sis!

High brow is an iconic Benefit product, it’s a must-have makeup artist trick of the trade and we are sure the new version is going to be an isntant hit as well.  High brow glow looks really beautiful on deeper skin tones but don’t fret my fellow pasty freinds, we can wear this fabulous new shade as well!

Here are a few tips on how I love to use high brow and the newest version high brow glow:

1.) Opposites attract! When you are going with a matte shadow look incorporate the high brow glow!  Conversely, if you are going for a shimmery or glittery shadow use the original high brow. Mixing it up with both matte and shimmer achieves variety as well as definition. Both create perfectly sculpted and arched brows…who doesn’t want to look lifted?

2.) Parade your pout! Depending on your skin tone either high brow or high brow glow will work. Define your cupids bow by applying a tiny amount right in between the two peaks of your top lip. Blend out so it isn’t an obvious line.

3.) Lips look lively! Use high brow to define your bold lip look. Lightly trace the outside of your lips and blend outwards into your foundation. The pale linen pink shade of the high brow against your lipstick of choice yields a perfectly neat and defined lip. Your lips will pop making them the main attraction!

4.) That little something extra… Place a dot of high brow glow  right around your tear duct. The creamy pencil blends easily into the inner corners of your eyes and really brightens the area achieving that extra something special in your look.

5.) Brightening your baby blues! Use high brow and lightly line the water line. The subtle pink shade of either high brow pencils is much more forgiving than the 80′s style irridecsent white pencil.

6.) Taking your brows to all new heights! You know about high brow under your brow but now try it on the peak of your brow arch. Closely trace the peak of your arch with a small amount of high brow original.  I prefer using the original as the matte shade tends to blend to a more natural finish.

Frame your brow from the top & bottom!

There is room in your makeup bag for both of the high brows! How do you think you will incorporate high brow glow into your makeup routine?

 

brow product that’s right for you

To continue to celebrate all that is brows this week we wanted to help you decide which brow products are perfect for you. I recruited a little help from a few of my Benefit HQ gals and they couldn’t wait to tell me why their favorite brow products are the best and why it works for them.

speed brow

The facts:

  • speed brow allows you to achieve the most natural looking brow.
  • this easy to apply gel slightly tints the brows, in one universal shade and holds them in place
  • speed brow is perfect for brows in a flash or for those of you who already have full brows that just need a little taming

Why we love it:

Erica works in our international department and has a passion for travel, she needs something quick and easy:

“I love a natural brow and I hate spending too much time, so speed brow is the perfect choice for me. It’s great to get my criss-crossed morning brows in line! It doesn’t look like I spent any time at all and my brows look fab!”

Erica's right brow has been tamed!

 

Jennifer is already blessed with a full brow, speed brow is perfect for her to lift the hairs and set them in place:

“Easy to use it fills in and thickens my brows without making them look too full or fake!”

Jennifer's right eyebrow is set perfectly in place!

 

Annie is hopelessly devoted to getting her arch perfected. Her regular appointments have her brows looking perfecto but she still likes to apply a bit of speed brow:

“It helps mantain my brows when my hair gets too long and it makes my brows look they were freshly waxed!”

Annie is wearing speed brow on her right eyebrow; perfectly neat!

instant brow pencil

The facts:

  • this two in one pencil combines wax & powder to achieve a naturally defined brow
  • the wax holds the hairs in place and the powder formula adds a bit of definition to the brow
  • this time saving two-fer also has a spoolie located on the opposite end which helps to blend out the formula and also brush the hairs into place
  • available in three shades: light, medium and deep

Why we love it:

Ashlye has a full brow and the pencil is a perfect way for her to fill in just where she needs it:

“I love how quick and easy instant brow pencil is and how well the shade of the pencil matches my brows. Also, I love the brush because it allows you to blend out in case you apply too much!”

Ashlye is wearing instant brow pencil in light on her left brow

 

Jenny needs a brow product that is going to work as hard as she does:

“I’m a busy gal so products that are quick tend to be my faves. Instant brow pencil creates a speedy natural looking brow that helps to frame my face and lasts all day! I’ve converted all my friends!”

Her left brow is filled in without being obvious

 

Susan is a gal in the know, from fashion to beauty to music and restaurants this girl is the one to ask. From work to play Susan needs something that will last:

Instant brow pencil is really easy, lasts all day and I enjoy using the spoolie that comes with it!”

Susan right brow has instant brow pencil in the deep shade

brow zings

The facts:

  • this complete brow kit that contains everything you need to achieve a buildable and defined brow
  • pigmented wax and powder combination offers customizable coverage to build your level of definition
  • tweezers, hard angle brush, blending brush, mirror and complete lession make this the ultimate brow kit
  • perfectly portable for your work day or a weekend getaway
  • brow-zings is offered in three shades: light, medium and dark.

With Sara’s blonde locks she wants her brow to be defined but not overpowering:

Brow zings is light and natural and it gives me the flexibility to create the brow shape I love.”

Sara is wearing brow zings in the lightest shade on her right eyebrow

 

Danielle in the art department loves medium brow zings. Being a natural red head she has difficulty in finding the perfect shade:

“I love the wax because it helps hold my brow shape and the powder has a tint of red that works with my hair coloring!”

Check out this before & after!

 

Tiffany’s style is second to none and her brows are pretty perfect as well:

“I can’t leave the house without filling in the sparse areas of my brows. I love brow zings because it allows me to fill in, look natural or as dramatic as I choose, takes no time and gives me instantly pretty brows.”

Check out that left brow, it’s a total WOW!

We hope we have helped you choose which brow product is perfect for you! I’m still completely obsessed with brow zings, which product helps you create your ideal brow?