Changing eyebrow shape is a wonderful and powerful tool to developing and designing a
character. The eyebrows frame the eyes, the windows to the soul, making them very influential on the focus of the facial features. Block out the eyebrows to completely alter a face or show “period” (for example, Victorian England). As with all makeup, it can be a very subtle or extreme block.
Three Techniques
Adhesive Block: To block out the brows, choose an adhesive that is easy to remove (see adhesives under product information). Spirit gum or resin-based adhesive works well. It is easy to remove, dries fairly
quickly, and comes in different grades of matte formulas.
1. Apply the spirit gum, brushing into the brows to lay flat and smooth against the skin.
2. Using a soft cloth or powder puff wrapped in nylon, gently press-roll the brows until the adhesive looks matte. (Leather shammys, or Nylon or silk fabric works best with spirit gum, because they do not stick to the adhesive.)
3. When the adhesive is dry, apply a sealer over the top of it.
4. Apply foundation, choosing one that fits the character’s skin tone, with full coverage and staying power.
Removal: Use alcohol or spirit gum remover.
Waxing Out: Eyebrow wax comes in
several degrees of hardness, and many
brands to choose from.
We use KRYOLAN’s eyebrow wax.
1. Apply wax over the eyebrow with a spatula, blending the edges into the skin.
2. Cover the brow with a sealer. Dry.
3. 
Finish with the correct foundation color.
Combination: Combine the spirit gum and wax for more hold and block.
1. Apply spirit gum, brushing into the hair against the skin.
2. Let dry, and follow with an application of eyebrow wax.
3. Apply sealer.
4. Apply foundation.