Eyebrow architecture – what is it, step-by-step instructions, correction schemes, coloring, shaping at home

The structure of the eyebrow has become crucial to contemporary beauty regimens. It all comes down to sculpting the ideal form that enhances your natural appearance and balances your facial features. You can have symmetrical, well-defined eyebrows that draw attention to your eyes and balance out the features of your face with the appropriate technique.

You can save time and money by learning how to shape, adjust, and color your eyebrows at home. You can become an expert in eyebrow architecture on your own by knowing the structure of your brows and using the appropriate tools.

You can easily follow the step-by-step instructions for shaping, correcting, and even coloring your brows with the help of this guide. You can achieve a professional look from the comfort of your home with a little practice.

What is eyebrow architecture

Initially a salon procedure, eyebrow architecture (beginners can get step-by-step training available) allows you to emphasize or correct the shape, change or add brightness to the color, and model the best shape for a particular face type.

The session is divided into multiple phases:

1. Choosing a shape according to your face type.
2. Removing excess hair (with thread, tweezers, waxing or sugaring).
3. Choosing a color and coloring (henna, paint).
4. Carrying out a color correction procedure with a long-lasting effect (tattoo, microblading).
5. Daily care activities, makeup.

Naturally uninteresting contours will be transformed by coloring after step-by-step correction. Strict adherence to individual characteristics, color type, and proportions is maintained during the procedure.

What is the difference between eyebrow architecture and correction

Though the two procedures are conceptually similar, there are some differences in the cosmetic tasks. Correction is merely a necessary component of brow art; the process itself is more intricate and multi-staged.

Detailed planning, new outline creation, shape transformation, marking, length and width calculations, color selection, and coloring technique are all part of the architectural process. Correction is then carried out by shaving off any extra hair.

There are various ways to make corrections: sugaring, hair trimming, tweezers or thread treatment, and wax removal.

What materials are needed

In order for the process to go smoothly and produce a useful outcome, the following materials must be ready:

• Color correction. For a long-lasting effect, henna, paints, colored waxes, shadows and powders are used.
• Styling. For neat styling of hairs, you will need a round brush with hard bristles or a mini-comb, as well as transparent wax for fixation.
• Shaping. To give the desired shape and remove excess hairs, you will need tweezers. The device can be made of durable plastic or steel. Tweezers can have beveled, straight or pointed edges. You can also use the thread removal method, trimmer or epilator with a nozzle for facial areas.
• Haircut. For light haircuts at the base, you will need scissors with straight and sharp edges.
• Creating a shape and marking. To correctly determine the bend point and the length of the eyebrow, you will need a soft flexible ruler with millimeter divisions.
• Choosing the optimal shape. To simplify the architectural process, you can use stencils – special templates for eyebrow design.

The essential tools for a brow master should include disinfectants, cotton pads and sticks, coloring brushes, and marking pencils.

Selecting eyebrow shape based on face type

Step-by-step process for learning eyebrow architecture, which incorporates shape determination principles. The foundation is to choose the shape according to the kind and characteristics of the face.

Guidelines:

• For the oval type: this shape is the most proportional, cheekbones are softly outlined, jaw and forehead lines are almost equal. This type is universal, any shape will suit it, but the option of medium-width eyebrows of a rounded shape with a low arch is preferable. It is recommended to avoid a sharp break, which will make the face disproportionately elongated.
• For the round type: the main goal is to visually lengthen the face. Lines with a clearly defined break from the middle will cope with the task. A too rounded shape is not recommended, emphasizing in this case the disproportionality of the outlines.
• For the square type: the task is to soften the pronounced geometry, graphic nature of the face. The ideal shape for this type is a moderately wide line with a sharp angle and a high arch.
• For the triangular type (heart shape): the distinctive feature is a pointed chin and sharp cheekbones. Smooth rounded lines will help soften the angularity. The height of the arch is chosen proportionally to the lines of the face – the longer it is, the higher the arch.
• For the diamond type: the shape resembles an externally correct oval, but with a more pronounced geometry of the lines. The optimal shape is a classic arc or lines with a slight bend.
• For the pear-shaped type: a straight shape with a slightly rounded end is suitable. To balance the proportions of the A-shaped type, you can increase the distance between the eyebrows.

Apart from ascertaining the facial type, considerations such as the nose’s shape, the height of the cheekbones, the lips’ shape and thickness, and their proportionality must be made.

Choosing the bend point

Precise measurements of the length, width, and bend point are necessary for architectural planning.

Several techniques exist for the best selection:

1. French. The selection scheme is used for triangular, square or round face types. The essence of the technique is to select a bending point above the level of the outer edge of the iris.
2. Hollywood. The technique is similar to the French. The point is selected above the level of the outer edge of the iris, but with a shift towards the temple. To make it easier to determine, you need to visually draw a straight line from the chin to the temple through the iris. This selection technique is suitable for oval and diamond-shaped faces.
3. Russian. Suitable for a wide round or square face. The highest peak of the bend is located strictly above the pupil.

Determining the width and length

You will need a pen or pencil, a ruler, and the following to plot the length of the ideal eyebrow:

• First, you need to determine the boundaries. To determine the inner border, place the pen on the edge of the nose, directing it to the inner corner of the eye.
• Mark the point at which the line intersects the brow ridge. For the simplest determination of the peak point of the line, the handle should be placed from the edge of the nose, leading it past the pupil up. To determine the border, the pen is placed in the direction from the wing of the nose to the outer corner.
• Having determined the three main points, you can draw the ideal eyebrow line.

Figuring out the ideal width is equally vital. Individual traits should be taken into consideration rather than trying to replicate specific fashion trends. The ideal width can be found most simply by dividing the iris’s size in half. The proportion should be lowered to one-third the size of the iris in women with small eyes.

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Eyebrow tinting

Coloring is a step in the intricate process of eyebrow architecture, which involves step-by-step instruction accompanied by photos. The easiest and most affordable technique that can be used at home is coloring eyebrows with makeup. The impact lasts for seven to ten days.

The following criteria must be met in order to choose the coloring composition:

• hypoallergenic and safe components in the composition;
• lasting effect;
• proven quality.

You can select a color for any skin tone or hair type thanks to the wide range of paint shades, which include both unique halftones and true natural shades. In addition to using professional paint, eyebrows in architecture can also be colored with henna or biotattoo. Given that henna is a natural product, the long-term results and safety of this coloring method are advantages.

Makeup can be used to add the desired shade. This method’s simplicity and ability to produce the desired outcome in a matter of minutes are its advantages. However, there is a serious flaw in this approach: the immediate result. The tattoo and microblading techniques are used as permanent coloring methods.

Eyebrow makeup

Makeup is the last phase of architecture. For the brows and shadows, carcasses, specific powder, and traditional pencil can be used. Pencil is the quickest and simplest tool for adding shape and color, but it is possible to combine the methods to create a more realistic effect. The modeling concept is the same.

You can begin applying makeup after drawing the perfect line and determining its length, width, and peak break point:

• Before dyeing the eyebrows, comb them with a round brush, directing the hairs in one direction.
• Use a pencil to draw the lower and upper borders of the eyebrow, defining the contours.
• Use a pencil or brush (when using shadows and powder) to shade the inner part of the eyebrow.
• Use a brush to shade the pigment to give the eyebrows a natural look.

• The final stage is to fix the makeup with transparent wax.

Bioatuage with henna

Henna eyebrow architecture has a lot of benefits. Novice brow masters can perform the procedure at home with step-by-step instruction. Henna’s naturalness and hypoallergenicity are its key benefits. With a biotattoo, you can achieve the color you want, and the results can last up to four weeks.

Detailed instructions:

1. Preliminary stage. Before coloring, the area must be scrubbed and degreased with lotion to clean it from makeup residues and keratinized microparticles. A special shampoo is used in elephants, which helps the hair scales to open and better absorb the pigment.
2. Correction. If necessary, remove excess hairs with tweezers or thread, trim at the base, giving the eyebrows the correct shape for this type of face.
3. Choice of color. Classic henna is a plant powder with a pleasant herbal smell. When dyeing, it gives a red tint. Modern coloring compositions based on henna have a variety of shades. To achieve the desired color, henna is mixed in various proportions:

• with basma – chestnut tone;
• walnut – chocolate;
• cocoa is a shade of mahogany;
• coffee — golden chocolate.

1. Preparation of the composition. If professional henna is used, the solution is mixed in accordance with the manufacturer"s recommendations. To prepare the composition from dry powder, it is necessary to dilute it in warm water, adding a few drops of lemon juice. It is better to mix the mass with a plastic spoon.
2. Dyeing. The process of henna modeling consists of several stages:

• dilute henna with water to a liquid gruel;
• use a brush with a beveled tip to draw the contour, marking the lower and upper borders with a line;
• tint the inner part with the wide part of the brush or a round brush;
• cover the eyebrows with polyethylene and keep the mixture;
• after holding, remove the composition with a napkin, remove the remains with a damp cotton pad.

The desired color intensity determines the dyeing time. The shade will get brighter the longer you leave the composition in place. For the first coloring, you should wait for at least 40 to 50 minutes. You can thus keep the henna for a shorter period of time.

Paint architecture

Using expert compositions to dye the lines the desired shade is one method of creating architecture. A pigment and a developing emulsion are included in the kit. Using hair dye to dye eyebrows is not advised because it is more aggressive and may irritate skin.

It is vital to test for an allergic reaction prior to the procedure by dabbing a small amount of paint onto the skin around the elbow.

Should there be no adverse response, you can move on to the dying procedure:

1. Cleanse the skin and degrease the area with an alcohol-containing lotion.
2. Wearing protective gloves on your hands, dilute the composition. Mix the pigment and emulsion in a plastic container.
3. Using a flat brush with a beveled end, apply the paint in one thin layer.
4. Apply another, denser layer on top for full coverage. Excess composition can be removed with a cotton swab.
5. After the required reaction time, rinse thoroughly.

Don’t scrub the area that has to be dyed if you want the color to last as long as possible. Castor oil should be applied to the hairs on a daily basis.

Thread

Using a thread is one method for achieving the perfect shape. Although the procedure is thought to be the least painful and safest, successful correction requires some skill.

You will require 50–60 cm of cotton thread for your task. Although silk thread is more robust, its smooth structure allows it to slide along the hairs instead of being tightly cinched. The length of the hairs should allow for a secure grip in the loop during the maneuver.

An algorithm for thread correction:

• Prepare the area, treat with an alcohol-containing lotion or tonic.
• To anesthetize the area, you can steam the skin with a hot towel, and then dry it thoroughly.
• Fold the piece of thread in half, tying it with a strong knot.
• Put on the index and thumbs, stretch into a circle.
• Twist the middle 8-10 times in the shape of infinity, so that one loop is smaller than the other.
• Apply the thread tightly to the area with the twisted part under the hairs, and the loop – above them.
• The small loop is sharply stretched, the middle is lifted up, capturing the hairs and removing them along with the bulbs.

The manipulations applied are the same throughout the area. Grasping the hairs firmly and pulling them out in the direction of growth is the main objective.

The technique known as "brown architecture" is used to enhance and shape eyebrows to give them a more balanced and defined appearance. With a few basic tools and some practice, you can effortlessly design the perfect brow shape at home. Measuring the brow, adhering to correction schemes, and selecting the best coloring technique to fit your personal style are some of the steps in this process. Anyone can shape, adjust, and color their eyebrows for a polished, professional look without going to a salon by learning a few simple techniques.

Sugar paste

One gentle and hypoallergenic method for eyebrow architecture (step-by-step training for review below) is the sugaring method. The caramel paste must first be made in the following ratio: One eighth water, half lemon juice, and two parts sugar. A water bath is used to prepare viscous cosmetic caramel. The composition can be kept, covered and tightly, in the refrigerator.

The process of eyebrow sugaring:

• Prepare the skin, steam it with a compress with a hot towel, and then treat it with an antiseptic.
• Comb the hairs, lay them in the desired direction, determine the areas to be removed.
• Apply a thick cream to the areas that do not need to be removed.
• Carefully knead the ball of paste in your hand, apply to the areas with a spatula against the hair growth line. Cover with a strip of fabric or paper on top, tear off the strip with a sharp movement in the direction of hair growth.

• After sugaring, treat the areas with chlorhexidine.

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Lamination

Lamination has a strengthening and healing effect in addition to being able to perform correction, modeling, coloring, and volume restoration. The hairs are treated with a variety of compositions based on weighting components, keratin, nourishing plant extracts, and hypoallergenic coloring pigment.

There are multiple stages to the process. Initially, the architecture is carried out by identifying the best correction for the particular face type and shaving off extra hair. After that, a unique mixture is applied to the eyebrows, covering each hair in a thin layer and strengthening, smoothing, and improving their overall health. After lamination, the effect may linger for two to three months.

You can choose a shape, shade, and proportions, as well as add more expression to your appearance, with the help of eyebrow architecture. With step-by-step instruction, you can perform a salon procedure at home with success.

Design of the article: Lozinsky Oleg

Step	Description
1. Preparation	Clean the eyebrow area, remove makeup, and lightly exfoliate to get rid of dead skin.
2. Mapping	Mark the beginning, arch, and end points of your eyebrows using a brow pencil or thread.
3. Shaping	Using tweezers or a razor, carefully remove stray hairs around the mapped outline.
4. Trimming	Brush the brow hairs up and trim any long hairs that stick out of the shape.
5. Filling	Fill in sparse areas with a brow pencil or powder to create a fuller look.
6. Coloring	Apply brow dye if needed, following the product’s instructions for color depth.
7. Finishing	Use a brow gel to set the shape and keep the hairs in place throughout the day.

The process of shaping, coloring, and defining your brows to complement your facial features and preferences is known as eyebrow architecture, and it is a rewarding and versatile one. From the comfort of your own home, you can achieve a professional look with a few easy steps and the right tools.

You can noticeably improve your appearance by learning fundamental techniques like mapping and correcting, regardless of your preference for bold transformations or subtle enhancements. You can achieve polished, symmetrical brows that go well with your style with practice.

Try out a variety of forms and colors until you determine what suits you the best. Don’t be scared to experiment. The more you practice, the more confident you’ll feel that you can achieve the look you want with eyebrow architecture, which is a personal process.

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