Only recently have I realized the importance of good eyebrows. I mean, I’ve been plucking/waxing/threading since I was about 16, but it wasn’t until I got my makeup done for my sister’s wedding this past spring that I fully comprehended what a difference a neatly manicured, emphasized brow makes. The makeup artist spent a solid few minutes on my brows, and with just a little outlining and filling in, my brown eyes suddenly popped like crazy, my face had this killer defined shape, and overall, I felt like my face looked more vibrant and alive than ever before.
After a brief stint of experimentation with an average eyebrow pencil, I was convinced that I could never replicate my perfect brows at home, and that the look would be relegated to just weddings and other special events where my face was prepped by a makeup pro. That is, until I tried the MAC Penultimate Brow Marker a few weeks ago that I realized I could get this look on my own. Everyday. Wowza.
It’s part of MAC’s new All Ages, All Races, All Sexes line, a collection of makeup designed to complement a global range of skin tones. With neutral and toned down makeup shades and products that easily let your natural beauty remain the focal point, the line celebrates beauty of all shades, shapes and sizes. I’ve tried several products from this line, and I’m seriously in love.
Geniuses that they are, MAC clearly realizes the impact of a killer brow has on a visage. Thus, the line includes several brow-centric products, perfect for shaping and shifting your brows to fit your desired look.
As I said before, the brow tool that stole my heart was the Penultimate Brow Marker. Seriously, the liquid-y formula goes on just like you’re using a thin coloring marker (which feels crazy at first but you will quickly love)– but it’s incredibly precise, easy to maneuver, smudge-free and fills in the brows just perfectly. It’s less for shaping, and more for giving your already-shaped brows that extra pop. Lasts all day, too.
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For the traditionalist, their Impeccable Brow Pencil draws on a simple matte brow quickly and easily:
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When it comes to shaping your brows, the Eye Brows pen is where it’s at. Self-sharpening and precise, it easily shapes the brow while adding color and extra thickness.
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Finally, slick your brows into place– and make them stay– with the Brow Set brush. The gel brushes on lightly and easily, adding color, definition and permanence. Amazingly, it looks all natural, too– not a trace of stickiness or gel-ly grossness.
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The All Ages, All Races, All Sexes line drops this week! Scoop it up quickly or– like so many MAC lines before– it could be gone before you know it.
–Molly
I totally agree with how much well manicured eyebrows can do for your face! Thanks for this post!