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Glossier Boy Brow

Glossier Boy Brow on Belle Belle Beauty

There isn’t a Glossier product I have heard more hype about than Boy Brow. It seems that everyone raves, from makeup artists to bloggers. I resisted for quite a while, loyal to my Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel and CHANEL Stylo Sourcils Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil. But in an effort to clean out my makeup drawer, I decided to try something new.

This tiny wand does it all. It thickens strands, fills in, and (most importantly for me) it grooms stray hairs. My brows stay put all day while looking natural. The formula comes in four shades: Clear, Blond, Brown and Black. I use Brown since I have some spots that need filling in, but Clear also appeals for a natural, but tidy look.

Dior ‘Diorshow’ Brow Styler

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For a long time, I have used Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel to tame my brows. I would occasionally fill in with a stray brow pencil but usually I’d rely on the clear gel alone. It worked great but I was finding more and more I needed more color for a really polished look. I was browsing blogs and came across a glowing review of Dior ‘Diorshow’ Brow Styler. So I headed to the store and snagged one for myself.

At the store, the sales person told me she has to keep the samples of the Styler behind the counter because the other brands’ artists kept stealing the beloved brow product for their own makeup kit. The slick bullet packaging seems delicate and fine. This makes for a precise application. I like that the formula can reshape and define while still looking natural. I picked up the Universal Dark Brown for a more dramatic look. But the original Universal Brown probably would work too. I flip to the other side of the styler for the brush to finish and blend. I supposed I could still use my gel to set the look, but I don’t feel like I need it for day-to-day makeup.

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Getting Full Brows

Getting Full Brows // Belle Belle Beauty

Full brows have been in for several seasons in a row and I’ve happily forgotten how to achieve thin, sculpted arches. Recently, I’ve even gone so far as to just let my brows grow wild. Sure… I’ll tweet a stray hair but it has to be really rogue for me to go after it. Instead, I add fullness and make sure hairs are brushed and set. Thanks to hypothyroidism, the ends of my brows lack fullness, but powders and pencils help add natural volume. If you are like me and are going after full, natural yet tamed brows, here are my favorite brow goodies to achieve the look:

Urban Decay packed everything you need into their new Brow Box. Despite its super tiny size, Brow Box contains two shades of brow powder, setting wax, mini tweezers, two angled brushes and two mirrors (one magnified). The inky powders look natural and have great staying power despite their soft texture. The wax grips without being sticky. And so handy to have tweezers right there should you find a stray.

If you prefer a singular tool, try the NARS Brow Perfector. The waxy texture actually drys velvety matte. And the formula prevents any mistakes from a heavy hand. While it can be hard to great a dramatic look, Brow Perfector is ideal for achieve natural looking, full brows.

Shiseido Eyebrow Styling Compact offers a dark brown shade if you need/prefer a deeper shade. The duo powders can be blended for subtle coloring and shading. The included applicator is dual ended with a sharp tool (for bold looks) and a brush (for a more natural effect). The formula has great staying power but still is creamy and blendable.

The ultimate in luxury (and a fan favorite), Tom Ford Brow Sculptor has an angled, waxy calligraphy tip, included sharpener and grooming brush on the opposite end. The angled tip allows for both thin and wide strokes. The waxy consistency helps hold shape and color.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills ‘Hypercolor’ Brow Gel & Mascara

Anastasia Beverly Hills  'Hypercolor' Brow Gel & Mascara // Belle Belle Beauty

Colored mascaras are everywhere for summer. But these aren’t just another variation – these guys from Anastasia are bold. If you want color to be noticed, Hypercolor is your cup of tea. Anastasia Beverly Hills  ‘Hypercolor’ Brow Gel & Mascara comes in three shades: Electric Blue, Ultra Violet and In The Pink.

My good friend and I wore these out for brunch last weekend – she chose pink, I wore blue. And I can’t tell you how much fun we had with the surprising use of color. I loved how the blue accentuated the green in my eyes. And her light green eyes popped even more with a touch of pink.

Originally designed for brows, I actually prefer it as a curling mascara. I don’t think my group of friends is quite ready for purple eye brows. That’s not to say I don’t think it could potentially look really cool.

The intensely pigmented formula dries quickly. As a second step, use the Mini Lash Genius Clear Waterproof Topcoat to instantly set and waterproof your lashes. While it was still on my lashes the next day (I didn’t use eye makeup remover – just washed my face), the pigment isn’t hard to remove.

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Anastasia Brow Wiz

Anastasia Brow Wiz // Belle Belle Beauty

I was sold for a long time on this brow product. And I loved it… I really did. But so many of my fellow bloggers were talking about Anastasia Brow Wiz. I just had to pick one up and see what the fuss was about.

Clearly, I was missing out. This thin little pencil wormed its way into my heart. The ultra-slim design allows for sharp brush strokes, mimicking the actual look of a brow hairs. The precise end also allows for a polished and detailed look.

Medium Ash is a magic shade for me. Often, we are tempted to go darker than our actual shade. But Medium Ash is light enough to look natural, but dark enough to fill in sparse areas. (Brow Wiz also comes in Brunette, Ebony, Ash Blond and Caramel.)

I use short strokes to fill in sparse areas and give volume to my thinning outer corners. Then use the attached brow brush to blend for a natural look. Honestly, I can’t imagine not having this little guy on my vanity in the future – it is that good.

Spring Trends for Daughter-in-Law Diaries

I am so excited to be guest posting over on Daughter-in-Law Diaries today! Creator, Ali Katz, launched her site as a forum and resource for ladies who are adjusting to their new roles as daughter-in-laws. What a cool idea! She is receiving some phenomenal press – Ali is definitely going places. Head over and check out the new site – I am not even married, and love it 🙂 And here is a sneak peek of the post. Congrats, Ali!

How to incorporate my favorite spring trends into your beauty routine:

Bold Brows

 

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This Spring, we will see loads of bold prints and colors appear in our closet. To compliment the adventurous look, brows will be stronger and fuller. A prominent brow actually better frames the face. On it’s own, a filled-in, groomed brow can finish the face just as much as a swipe of lipgloss.

To get the look, fill in your brows with Le Metier de Beaute Brow Bound Eyebrow Pencil. It is dual ended with a brush at one end. Use this to comb out the brow hairs first. Then use it after to blend the gel-like formula. Then, to hold the brows in place, comb through Anastasia Brow Gel in Clear.

Bronzed Glow

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The runway celebrated golden skin that looks just sun-kissed. Instead of risking sun damage, wrinkles and skin cancer, use one of the new bronzing palettes. Use a large brush to lightly dust below the cheekbones, down the bridge of your nose, along the hairline and on your neck. Try Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Glow-Boosting Season to Season Bronzer or Guerlain ‘Terracotta – Four Seasons’ Bronzer. Then add a little Benefit Sunbeam on your cheekbones and brow bone.

Bright Nails

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Work those neons and pastels into your nail wardrobe as well. Bring out your inner child and try blues, greens, fuschia and nail art. I love Essie polishes because they are high quality, but at a low commitment cost. And they always have a range of on-trend colors. Their new Resort collection features the bold “Sure Shot” and perfect, purple pastel “She’s Picture Perfect”.