How To Do Eyebrow Slits
Slit eyebrows are the new cool thing after brow piercings, and here's how you get them.
Although eyebrow slits have recently taken social media by storm, they have long been popular in hip-hop culture. While the trend peaked in the 1990s, it’s making a comeback now, with people experimenting with it as a form of self-expression. So, you must be wondering how to do eyebrow slits! We have got your back.
Eyebrow slits involve shaving a little part of the brow or brushing it over with makeup to create the illusion of a slit. Some people prefer a single brow slit, while others prefer a more striped effect. They can be made in a variety of patterns. Most of the time, the reasons for choosing their appearance is purely personal.
Keep reading to learn how to make brow slits without screwing it up. Embrace the dramatic and edgy brow slit trend to spice up your everyday look. Keep scrolling!
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How To Create Eyebrow Slits
The trick involves creating thin, vertical slits towards the sides of your brows. You can make up to one to three slits on one or both of your brows.
What You Need
- A razor or an electric clipper
- Scotch tape
- Tweezers
Step By Step Tutorial With Pictures
Step 1: Mark It Out
Before you begin, make sure you know where you want your slits to be placed. Use a white eyeliner pencil to mark vertical lines where you want the slits to be placed on your brows. This will ensure precision and accuracy.
Step 2: Place Tape Parallel To The Line
Stick some tape on both sides of the line, leaving a thin gap between them. This is where you will create your eyebrow slit. The two pieces of tape guide you in shaving straight lines and prevent you from making any mistakes.
Step 3: Shave!
Carefully shave the eyebrow hair between the two pieces of tape. The trick is to only move vertically! Make sure you don’t press too hard or go outside the lines as you don’t want to peel away the tape from the rest of your brow.
Step 4: Remove The Tape
Peel off the tape gently. Be careful not to pull out any eyebrow hair. Use a wet wipe to wipe away the liner. If you seem to have missed a hair or two, simply pull them out using your tweezers.
You now have eyebrow slits!
Now that you have a fair picture of how to create eyebrow slits, here is a guide to some handy tips and precautions to keep in mind while you’re doing it.
Creating Eyebrow Slits: Essential Tips And Precautions
- Here’s something to consider before you slit your brows – you could potentially end up with regrowth issues forever. Yes! Aggressive plucking of brow hairs can lead to permanent alopecia.
- If you want to experiment without committing to something permanent, you can always try other temporary techniques like creating eyebrow slits using makeup. You only need your regular brow makeup and some concealer to create the cuts.
Celebrities like Chloe Norgaard, Tom Hardy, and Zayn Malik have popularized eyebrow slits. Today, we have many unique ways to experiment with our looks and stand out in the crowd thanks to them. So, now that you have learned how to do eyebrow slits get into the business and prep yourself to be showered with compliments without further ado. Just be very gentle while you are getting the slits done. Do not rush and injure yourself. If you shave a little too much than required by mistake, do not bother; you have your eyebrow pencil to rescue you. Use it to conceal portions of your brow that you shaved unintentionally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do eyebrow slits grow back?
Yes, eyebrow slits grow back within two to six weeks. If you have tweezed or plucked your eyebrows, it may take longer.
Are eyebrow slits attractive?
Yes, eyebrow slits are attractive. If you like experimenting with your look, eyebrow slits are a quick way to add an edge to your look.
Who started eyebrow slits?
Eyebrow slits, also known as eyebrow cuts, originated in the eighties and nineties in the hip-hop community. The look was popularized by rapper, Big Daddy Kane.
