If you’ve been watching K-pop idol makeup tutorials, you’ve probably noticed the trend of making your brows lighter than your hair to achieve a softer look. This is because a softer brow can visually shorten the mid-face, giving a more youthful appearance.
While some people choose to bleach their brows for this effect, there is another way to achieve the same soft brow look without committing to semi-permanent dyeing.
Annie (@anniedayoon on TikTok) developed this method, which states that the trick is to use a specific coloured brow pencil! Intrigued? Continue reading to learn more.
The Secret Behind the Korean Soft Brow Look – Taupe Coloured Brow Pencils
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Annie used to stick to a medium-brown eyebrow pencil, assuming it made sense to match her dyed brown hair. It seemed logical – if your hair is brown and you want a softer appearance, opting for a slightly lighter shade in the same tone should do the trick.
However, this only resulted in a harsh look instead of the sought-after softness, even giving her brows an unflattering reddish tone.
Everything took a turn when Annie discovered taupe eyebrow pencils, specifically the Peripera Speedy Skinny Brow in Taupe Beige. This brow pencil gave her that super soft look while still providing ample fullness.
Want to learn how she achieved the soft brows look using taupe-coloured brow pencils? Dive into her tutorial below!
3-Step Guide to Achieving the Korean Soft Brow Look
@anniedayoon Replying to @Naty this is all of my tips to achieve that NATURAL and soft korean eyebrow look!! #kpopidolmakeup #naturalmakeup #browtutorial #koreaneyebrows #koreanmakeuptips #naturaleyebrows
Step 1: Fill in the Sparse Areas of Your Brows
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Begin by filling in the sparse areas with small strokes, beginning at the outer ends of your brows and working your way towards the middle brow. Annie recommends the Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil in Taupe for this step.
She also stressed the importance of not drawing harsh lines on the top and bottom of your brows in order to maintain a natural appearance.
Step 2: Draw the Tail of Your Brows
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If there’s a noticeable gap between your brows and hairline, extend the end of your brows to minimise the space to create a more proportionate look. After that, brush your brows gently for a natural finish.
Step 3: Switch to a Lighter Taupe Brow Pencil
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Next, draw tiny feathered strokes upwards with a skinny brow pencil in a lighter taupe shade. For the best proportion, begin closer to your nose bridge.
Finally, gently brush your brows upwards, and voila! You’ve crafted the most natural-looking Korean soft brow look!
Taupe Brow Pencil Recommendations
Peripera Speedy Skinny Brow 08 Taupe Beige
At the top of the list is the Peripera Speedy Skinny Brow 08 Taupe Beige, the eyebrow pencil that revealed the secret to achieving Korean soft brows for Annie. With its unique color blend of 60% beige and a touch of brown, it creates a soft brown shade perfect for individuals with dark or brown hair.
Featuring a 1.5mm ultra-slim tip and a long-lasting formula, this pencil allows for easy and precise application, ensuring natural-looking brows that stay neat and clump-free throughout the day with no touch-ups required!
Peripera Speedy Skinny Brow 08 Taupe Beige retails for RM26 and is available at Shopee. A discount is offered at the time of writing. Tap in to view the updated price!
Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil in Taupe
Another pencil highly recommended by Annie is the Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil in Taupe. On days when she wants a quicker application without drawing in fine strokes, she prefers using the thicker side.
For those seeking a taupe eyebrow pencil with both a thin and thick tip, this dual-action brow pencil delivers a rich colour payoff while adeptly addresses sparse areas with its thicker tip, while also allowing for precise, hair-like strokes with the thinner side.
Formulated with a clean, vegan composition, it incorporates castor oil to nourish and protect your brows, along with panthenol pro-vitamin B5 to rejuvenate them.
Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil in Taupe retails for US$33 (~RM154.69) at Kosas online, and can be shipped via MyUS. A discount is offered at the time of writing. Tap in to view the updated price!
B. by BANILA Smudge Out Detail Brow Pencil in 03 Taupe Brown
For those new to the world of brow drawing, the B. by BANILA Smudge Out Detail Brow Pencil is an ideal choice. Its hard formula ensures a consistently smooth application with no clumping, even after multiple uses. The hexagon-shaped cut of the pencil adds to its versatility, making it effortless to create a variety of lines and achieve that perfect brow shape.
Opt for the Taupe Brown shade, and you’ll enjoy a soft and elegant natural brown hue. What’s even better is the built-in sharpener, making it a breeze to sharpen the pencil whenever needed!
B. by BANILA Smudge Out Detail Brow Pencil in 03 Taupe Brown retails for RM142.26 and is available at Shopee. A discount is offered at the time of writing. Tap in to see the updated price!
Featured image credits: @anniedayoon/TikTok
