Learning how to do your own eyebrows poses a host of challenges, but with the right set of tools and knowledge, you can learn how to fix any eyebrow problem. Take a look at the following list of solutions to six common eyebrow grooming issues.



Overplucking
Overplucking can lead to pencil-thin brows that don't suit your face shape. One wrong pluck can lead to unsightly and embarrassing bare spots. A quick fix is to use an eyebrow color to fill in any bald spots and create a more desirable shape. Use short strokes to fill in any bald spots to create a natural, full brow. The Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Pencil, $21, is an excellent eyebrow pencil for precision filling.



Overdrawn
Another one of the common mistakes is overdrawn eyebrows that use long strokes of eyebrow color that is too dark and isn't blended. Instead of using long strokes, use short, light strokes. An eyebrow blending brush will reduce harsh lines. The Brow Stylist Kabuki Blender, $12.99, is a great tool for blending.

Bushy Brows
You may be wondering how to fix eyebrows that are bushy. Before you begin, decide what type of brow look you want to achieve. Your face shape should weigh heavily on your decision. For example, if you have a round face shape, you'll want flatter eyebrows with a lower arch. Whether you wax, pluck or thread is a personal preference.



Irritated Brow Skin
You may be wondering how to fix eyebrows with irritated skin. It's common to have some redness and pain after eyebrow grooming, but soothing cream can help to reduce those symptoms. A great soothing solution is Aveeno 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Cream, $5.60.

Same Color of Brow Hair as Head Hair
Using the same shade of color as what is on your head is a big mistake. Here's how to fix eyebrows that look wrong because you either dyed or colored them to match your hair.

Search for a brow pencil or color that is a shade of brown with a tint of your hair color. If you have red hair, pick a pencil that's brown with a tint of red. Sticking to a brown that is two shades lighter than your natural brow color is also a good rule of thumb to follow.

Shaping the Arch Unnaturally
Going against the natural shape of your arch can throw your entire face off. When you want to learn how to fix eyebrows that have an awkward arch, measurements and markings will help you groom your eyebrow while keeping its natural shape. Take a ruler, or something with a straight edge, and make three measurements with a marking pencil. The measurements should line up with the bridge of your nose, the outer edge of your iris and the outer corner of your eye. Connecting the three points will give you a natural shape.