Eyebrow plastic, also known as eyebrow cover, is a cosmetic that individuals can use to temporarily conceal their eyebrows. Once eyebrow plastic has been applied, the wearer can then pencil in or paint on cosmetic eyebrows. People typically use eyebrow cover in situations where they want to significantly alter their appearance, such as putting on a clown face. There are usually two steps involved in applying eyebrow cover, and a special liquid is generally needed to remove the wax. This cosmetic is typically not used for everyday street wear, but is more often reserved for use in an entertainment or costuming context.
Eyebrows can make a significant difference in a person's facial appearance. If a person changes the shape, color, or position of his or her eyebrows, that person can make himself or herself far less recognizable. Professional makeup artists recognize this and will often use eyebrow plastic when making someone up for an acting role or modeling shoot that demands a dramatic change in an actor’s or model’s appearance. Those who wish to dress up as clowns or Halloween monsters may also use eyebrow wax for a more realistic, professional makeup look.
A person can purchase eyebrow plastic from a variety of sources, though he or she might have the best luck finding it at a theatrical supply shop. It is often sold in stick form and must be slightly warmed so that it can be spread onto the eyebrows. Once the eyebrows are treated with the eyebrow plastic, a sealant is placed over the covered brows. The sealant is permitted to set, and then the wearer can apply foundation or other cosmetics over the covered eyebrows. An acetone-based remover is typically required to effectively remove the eyebrow plastic, and users should take care to ensure that the remover is cosmetic-grade acetone.
While most individuals who use eyebrow plastic do so because they are involved in the entertainment industry, some individuals may choose to use the product because they want to affect a special cosmetic look. For example, eyebrows have been affected by fashion at various points in history. If someone wishes to wear a historical costume to a party or event, he or she can use eyebrow plastic to cover up his or her currently fashionable eyebrows and pencil in eyebrows in the style of the time. Makeup experts warn, however, that learning to use eyebrow wax can be a time-consuming process, requiring a lot of practice before the desired effect can be achieved.
