Using a stencil is a very effective and professional way of approaching many tasks. Ask any DIY enthusiast or artist who works with creating neat symmetrical patterns on surfaces. This same simple and practical solution can be used to apply makeup well. Eyebrow shapes stencils enable anyone to easily and effectively create natural looking eyebrows.

The brows are an important part of the face making it balanced, framed and attractive. If these hairs are not symmetrical for whatever reason or do not have enough body, they can easily draw undue attention. Many things could affect how eyebrows look. A facial injury that heals into a scar or a patch of uneven baldness over the brows may require a quick and easy solution daily. Natural aging can also result in eyebrows becoming progressively thinner and more sparse.

The templates are reusable a few times before needing to be thrown away so they are wonderfully economical. They are always sold in light easy-to-carry packs that fit nicely into most hand carried bags. Packs contain between three and a dozen individual pieces that are sold by pretty many cosmetic vendors. This is a cost effective solution in whatever way you look at it.

Applying the set of stencilled eyebrows is easy and fun. The cut-out pattern guide is usually a clear plastic film that comes in varying flexible thicknesses depending on the manufacturer and type of design. Instructions for application are normally included with the good cosmetic brands on the market.

Before applying the pattern onto the face any long hairs may be trimmed and evened out. Always try to give your face a quick clean before applying your makeup. This is best done with water and face cleanser. When in a hurry or freshening up when out, a few quick wipes with toner will do. Moist facial cleaning tissues are also a good substitute.

Gently brush down the eyebrow hairs following their natural growth direction. Position the pattern over the eye and carefully trace the shape onto the skin with either a makeup pencil liner or the tip of a mascara brush. The normal eyebrow can be used quite confidently to align each pattern. Once an outline is traced onto the face the shape can either be filled in with the cosmetic pencil or mascara. Each of these applicators gives a slightly different finish texture and color.

To neaten up the final handiwork, any stray strands of hair around the pattern can be removed with tweezers. A home waxing kit will also work well for truly neat professional looking finishes. Mistakes and smudges can be easily rectified by wiping off the pattern as you would normal makeup and reapplying the trace more carefully.

Eyebrow shapes stencils are not just for normal makeup treatments but can also be used for various artistic applications. Be it a fancy dress evening out with bold makeup, or something extravagant for a stage performance, it can be done surprisingly easily. The important thing is to spend some time practicing to do it well and have fun.