If Dua Lipa and Gigi Hadid have taught us anything about the power brow, it’s that achieving the perfect pair is basically an exact science. Bushier brows are the season’s hottest trend that shows no sign of stopping. Especially for those of us who will never embrace 90s-style skinny brows. But no one ever said getting power brows would be easy. Actually, the perfect wide brow with a natural finish does take some work. Not that we’re complaining, of course.
Besides drawing, defining and sculpting your brows, it’s also essential to add a decent amount of volume. Along with a red carpet-worthy shine. Which means you need the tools of the trade. In this case, this is not a one product does all situation. (Although we usually love a good multitasker.) Different products do different things so be prepared to extend your brow-based lineup.
In an effort to make your life easier, we went ahead and rounded up everything you’ll need to get the job done. Here are the five essentials required to perfect your power brow game.
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5 Items You Need for a Power Brow
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5 Items You Need for a Power Brow #1
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer, $23 at Sephora
Defining brows by filling in the gaps has to be your first step and this double-headed liner is unbelievably versatile. It has one rectangular tip to define and outline your brows and a built-in spoolie to blend in the color, which also lets you fake volume.
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NYX Professional Makeup Pro Dual Brow Brush, $10 at Ulta Beauty
Invest in a separate brow brush, even if your pencil or liner comes with one. This NYX brush, for instance, is ideal for adding volume or sculpting the top and bottom of your brows.
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Maybelline TattooStudio Brow Pomade, $12.99 at Ulta Beauty
A brow gel that glides easily and doesn't get clumpy is key to naturally bushy brows. This Maybelline pomade has a buildable matte formula you can reapply without worrying about messing up your styling, which makes it a great choice for that last-minute gloss.
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Urban Decay Double Down Brow, $28.99 at Walmart
Even if you're using a gel, liquid brow liner or pencil, try to use a waterproof powder-based brow shadow to set the look. This will serve you especially well if you have skinny brows and you're looking to add volume or manipulate shape.
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5 Items You Need for a Power Brow #5
L'Oréal Paris Brow Stylist Brow Raiser Highlighter Duo Medium, $5.39 at Amazon
This shimmer highlighter can give your brows an opened-up look. It also comes with a matte concealer to fix any last-minute brow faux pas.
