| How to Get Even Brows Posted: 20 Jan 2021 12:00 AM PST Eyebrows, eyebrows—it seems like they're everywhere and always on point. If you struggle with shaping your brows and getting them to look wonderfully even, there are a few helpful tips that can up your brow game and get them Instagram-ready. Grab an eyebrow pencil and a mirror—even brows are just a few minutes away! [Edit]Mapping and Shaping - Mark the tail end of your brows on each side. To make this easy, grab a brow pencil (or eyeliner, or lip liner—you get the idea). Line it up diagonally between your left nostril and the outer corner of your eye—where the pencil hits your brow bone is where the tail should end. Repeat on the righthand side; just move the pencil over to your right nostril. Make a mark with your pencil at this point on either side.[1]
- Using your face's natural symmetry to shape your brows makes them beautifully even and proportional.
- If you'd rather not deal with shaping your brows freehand, check out eyebrow stencils. They're a smart way to experiment with different shapes and styles, and following a pre-made outline guarantees your brows will come out evenly every time.[2]
- Measure the distance between your brows to make sure they're even. Grab that brow pencil and hold it vertically over the center of your nose. Take a close look at how far your brow on either side is from the pencil and make a mark where each of them should start.[3]
- A good rule of thumb is to look at where the inner corner of your eye hits and make your eyebrow start at that same point on your brow bone. Though, some people prefer their brows to begin further in toward the bridge of their nose. Test out the different options to see which you like best!
- Because our faces aren't perfectly symmetrical, one brow might be a little further away from the brow pencil than the other one.
- Pencil in your arches at the same point on each side of your face. Take the brow pencil and line it up with the tip of your nose. Make a diagonal line so it goes across the center of your eye, all the way to your brow bone. Where the pencil hits is where your natural arch should go. Make a mark at this point on both sides.[4]
- This tip helps you get those arches in the same spot on each side, thus creating more even brows.
- If you find your arches look unnaturally high once you fill in your brows, you can remedy this by extending the ends out just a little further. This'll save you time from having to completely redo your brows.[5]
- Trim overlong hairs with a pair of brow scissors. Take a spoolie brush (a small comb for your eyebrows—find one at your local beauty store), and push your brow hairs straight up. Carefully trim any hairs that extend past your brow line.[6]
- If your eyebrows tend to the shorter side, feel free to skip this step!
- Pluck stray hairs that are outside of your shaped brow line. Now that you've marked the shape of your brows, you're ready to pluck. Leave anything inside the shaping alone, and instead, look for hairs creeping below, above, or to the sides. Getting these hairs out of the way makes your brows look neater.[7]
- To make this process as pain-free as possible, pluck your eyebrows after a hot shower. Your hair will be softer and easier to tweeze.
- While magnifying glasses seem like a great idea, they can lead to over-plucking. Put them to the side and use your regular bathroom or bedroom mirror to spot those stray hairs.
- If possible, do your eyebrows in natural light. If that isn't an option, avoid dimly-lit rooms and make sure to turn on any overhead lights.
[Edit]Filling and Finishing - Choose a product a shade darker than your natural brow color. Whether you use an eyebrow pencil, cream, pomade, or wax, picking the right color makes the difference between brows that wow and brows that are lackluster. Using a shade that is darker than your natural brow color gives your eyebrows more definition and makes them pop.[8]
- It's possible your brows might end up several shades darker than the hair on your head. For example, it's common for people with blonde hair to have dark brown eyebrows.
- Use short, flicking motions to fill in your brows. Long, heavy strokes make your brows look overly dark and clunky. For even brows that look natural, practice using a light hand to replicate strands of eyebrow hairs.[9]
- This rule goes for any application method, like wands, brushes, and pencils.
- If you're new to shaping your eyebrows, this process might feel a little foreign, but that's okay! With practice, you'll get the steps down and learn to shape your brows with just a few minutes.
- If you over-apply and fear your brows have gone from full to fake-looking, don't worry! Use a spoolie brush or cotton swab to diffuse and soften the product. Use light, short motions to avoid smearing the makeup around your brows.[10]
- Go with the grain as you fill in your eyebrows. Meaning, follow your eyebrow's natural growth pattern. If it helps, take a close look at your eyebrows and pay attention to how the hair is growing. Generally, you'll notice an upwards and diagonal pattern. Mimic that pattern to fill in your brows so they look realistic.[11]
- Do your best to stay inside the eyebrow map you made earlier.
- If you find your pencil or brush pushing your eyebrows askew, you're probably not going with the grain.
- Smooth and blend your brows by going over them with a spoolie brush. Think of the spoolie brush as your finishing tool. Brush with the grain of your hair, and gently go over your brows until they look softer and there are no more discernible lines from the shaping process.[12]
- Keep a spoolie brush with you while you're out and about. It can come in handy to brush brows back into shape and give them a quick refresh during the day.
- If you don't have a spoolie brush, use a cotton swab.[13]
- Swipe a lightweight gel over your brows to hold hairs in place. These gels come in bottles with wand applicators, making them super simple to apply. Use clear gel or colored, just depending on your preference. If you use colored gel, match it to the color of your eyebrow pencil. Make sure to let the gel dry before getting dressed or doing anything that might smudge it.[14]
- You can find eyebrow gel at your local drug store.
[Edit]Products to Try - Opt for a classic eyebrow pencil for natural, soft-looking brows. The fine tip of the pencil gives you optimal control over shaping, and you can layer as much product as you want to get the right depth of color.[15]
- Make sure you have a pencil sharpener handy if you don't get the twist-up variety!
- If you have a lot of space to fill in, look for a fork-tip pencil. It'll help you cover more surface area quicker.[16]
- Use a brow marker if you live in a more humid climate. This kind of product is great in warmer areas because it stays in place better than some other products. Use a light tough to replicate the look of natural hairs.[17]
- Some products, like pencils or pomade, might smear or smudge in high humidity.
- Fill in sparse spots with brow powder for a fuller finish. Brow powder can give you a softer, more natural look than using a pencil.[18] Brow powder is an excellent option if your brows tend to be on the thinner side and you need something to cover the skin beneath them. Use an angled brush and short strokes to apply the powder to your brows.[19]
- When picking the color for your brow products, go a shade darker than the hair on your head.[20]
- Try using a tapered brush to draw a line with the matte powder just under your natural brow line. Then, use the brush to blend the powder up into your eyebrows.[21]
- Choose brow pomade for bold, defined brows. Grab an angled brush and a pomade that's a single shade darker than your natural brow color. Use short, light strokes to apply the pomade.[22]
- Pomade is a nice option to create a defined look when you don't want to wear much makeup.
- Tame wilder brows with clear wax to keep the shape perfectly even. Pick up a specialty brow wax pencil and use it to line the bottom of your eyebrows. For extra staying power, use it along the tops of your brows, too.[23]
- Wax is an excellent product for those who want super even brows but don't want to sacrifice on length.
- Most waxes are clear, so you'll want to use a separate product to fill in sparse areas first.
[Edit]Professional Options - Have your eyebrows threaded and shaped so all you do is fill them in. Having someone else shape your brows for you is luxurious and removes some of the guesswork when shaping them. Make sure to visit someone experienced at threading for the best results.[24]
- Most people need to revisit and have threading done every 2-3 weeks.[25]
- Threading is a great option if you have sensitive skin. It won't irritate you nearly as much as waxing would![26]
- Schedule a waxing appointment to add definition to your brows. You can also do this at home yourself, but if you're a newbie, it might be safer to have a professional do it for you the first time—it's easy to get wax where you don't want it accidentally! This option is best for people with thick, heavy brows who need to have a significant amount of hair removed.[27]
- 5 days before a wax, stop using any retinol or acne products. They tend to make your skin super-sensitive and make it more likely that your skin will react to the waxing.[28]
- Most people need to get their eyebrows waxed every 3-4 weeks.
- Get your brows microbladed for semi-permanent shaping. This process can be expensive and doesn't last forever, so you'll have to get it redone every 12-36 months, but it's a fantastic option for people who want super even brows and don't want to worry about the upkeep.[29]
- Make sure to do your research and book an appointment with an experienced and well-reviewed professional!
- If you use a brush to apply your eyebrow makeup, choose one that is thin and angled. This style makes it a lot easier to draw thin, realistic-looking hairs to fill in your brows.[30]
- When using product, start with a light hand. You can always add more if needed for definition and shape, but it's harder to take it away if you used too much.[31]
- We know you want even brows, but keep in mind that there might be a little variation, no matter what you do! Because our faces aren't exactly symmetrical, brows tend to look slightly different from side to side. If it helps, think of them as sisters instead of twins![32]
- Make your brows look more defined by using a white or salmon pencil to draw just along your lower brow line. Then, blend that highlighter down.[33]
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Brow scissors (optional)
- Spoolie brush
- Eyebrow pencil
- Other eyebrow products (optional)
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| How to Use Fish Stock Posted: 19 Jan 2021 04:00 PM PST While not quite as well-known as chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, fish stock can pack a punch in a wide variety of recipes. Typically used in seafood-heavy dishes, fish stock can help enhance the flavors a lot more. You can make your fish stock or use pre-made stock in a variety of tasty dishes that you share with your friends and family. [Edit]Cook up a tasty fish stew with your stock.[1] - Fish stock is perfect for fish stew, since it will bring out all of the briny flavors. While most recipes call for clam juice, you can substitute fish stock as a base for your stew instead. Mix your favorite fish into the recipe, like halibut, cod, or tilapia to create a delicious stew you can share with both friends and family.[2]
- Depending on the recipe, you can throw together a great fish stew in less than an hour.
- For a really simple recipe, simmer some diced tomatoes in your fish stock with some white wine. Add seafood of your choice, simmer some more, and you're done![3]
[Edit]Simmer clams in fish stock for a tasty dish.[4] - Mix some saffron into your fish stock to make it extra flavorful. Use your saffron-infused stock as the base for the recipe. Add some minced garlic, olive oil, onion, or white wine based on your preferences. Cook the clams in this fish stock base, which will give them a delicious, briny flavor. Wait until the clam shells have opened before you serve them.[5]
- You can soften up the garlic, olive oil, and onion first by cooking them over high heat if you'd like.
- The clams should open after 6 minutes or so.
- This may seem strange, but fish stock can provide an excellent base for poached fish recipes. Combine fish stock with bay leaves, thyme, coriander, or parsley and bring it to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes and poach your fish in the aromatic stock until it's cooked through. If you'd like to jazz up your fish a bit more, pair it with a buttery buerre blanc sauce, which you can drizzle on top.[7]
- You can garnish your fish with some fresh parsley if you'd like.
[Edit]Shake up that clam chowder recipe with fish stock.[8] - Heat some oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, leeks, and celery for that classic clam chowder base. Stir for 5 minutes or so, add some dry white wine, and bring it to a boil. Then, add your fish stock and some heavy cream. Cook until the potatoes start falling apart, which should take 50-60 minutes. Add your clams to the pot and cover. Simmer until the clams all pop open.[9]
- You can poach some fish filets in your chowder for a heartier dish if you'd like.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, hot sauce, or lemon wedges based on your personal preferences.
[Edit]Make a spicy fish soup with your stock.[10] - Cook some onion, garlic, chili powder, and cayenne for 17 minutes or so. Soak some saffron in white wine, tomatoes, and the stock. Add it to your onion as it cooks and bring the stock to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 45 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. There are a lot of varieties you can try with fish soup, so feel free to get creative.[11]
- If you really want to get fancy, heat some anise liquor in a saucepan, burn off the alcohol, and pour it into your soup right before serving. Be careful. Don't burn your kitchen down if you do this!
- If you're going to make fish soup, don't use a stock with flat-fish bones as the base. Fish like flounder and sole tend to turn bitter when you cook their stock for more than 20 minutes.
[Edit]Whip up a flavorful seafood risotto using fish stock.[12] - Cook your risotto rice in fish stock to give the dish a delicious base. Add some squid, sea scallops, clams, mussels, or other shellfish to your risotto. There are a ton of ways to spice risotto up, so don't hesitate to experiment! A little white wine and crushed tomatoes can give your risotto a little Italian flair if you're in the mood for a heartier dish.[13]
- You can make your risotto a little creamier by stirring in a little butter when your recipe is almost done. Stirring continuously before stirring will release some of the starches and result in a richer dish.
[Edit]Make a complex lobster bisque with fish stock.[14] - Lobster bisque is typically made with a lobster stock, but fish stock makes a great substitution. It's also much cheaper! Melt your butter down, add your chopped onions, carrots, and celery, then stir in some tomato paste and garlic. Pour in some dry white wine, and add your fish stock. Finish by stirring in your heavy cream and lobster bits to craft a bisque with a slightly umami finish.[15]
- If you really want a budget option, substitute the lobster for shrimp, tilapia, or cod. You could even make a crab bisque if you feel like doing something really different!
[Edit]Craft a seafood paella with your stock.[16] - If you're really ambitious, paella is the perfect dish for fish stock. Heat some onion, saffron, fennel, and spring onions in your fish stock until they start to caramelize. Add tomatoes, paprika, and some tomato paste or puree. Stir in some brandy, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring the ingredients to a boil and then simmer for 45-60 minutes.[17] Cook your rice in the stock alongside your shellfish, shrimp, muscles, and clams.[18]
- There are tons of options when it comes to seafood paella. Feel free to get creative with your recipe.
- You can use a 2 to 1 ratio of chicken stock to fish stock for a recipe that's a little softer on the seafood notes.[19] Feel free to add chorizo to your dish if you do this!
[Edit]Freeze your fish stock for 4-6 months if you can't use it now.[20] - If you made too much fish stock, freeze it for later use. Pour your fish stock into an airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag. Label the container or bag with the date and set it in your freezer. When you're ready to use it, thaw it in your fridge. If your fish stock develops an odd odor, flavor, or appearance, toss it out.[21]
- You can store fish stock in the fridge for 3-4 days after making it if you plan on using it soon.
- It's a myth that you can't eat mussels, clams, or oysters that won't open while they cook. These shellfish occasionally don't open even when they're cooked through. If you pry a shell open after the others have popped and the meat isn't jelly-like or stuck to the shell, it's perfectly safe to eat.[22]
- Steamed mussels, Maryland crab soup, and stuffed calamari are also great options if you have leftover fish stock.[23]
- Always wash your seafood thoroughly before cooking it and adding it to your recipes.[24]
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| How to Apply Epoxy on Wood Posted: 19 Jan 2021 08:00 AM PST Epoxy resin comes in the form of a 2-part liquid that hardens into a shiny, durable coating once it's mixed together. It's great for covering wood to create a protective, beautiful layer on top and is used in lots of different craft projects. To cover wood with epoxy, you'll need an epoxy kit that comes with the resin and hardener, as well as some stirring and spreading tools. While epoxy takes at least 24 hours to harden, the process of applying it to wood is relatively easy and quick. [Edit]Sanding and Positioning the Wood - Sand the wood to create a flat, smooth surface. If the piece of wood you plan on coating in epoxy is rough or uneven, use a sandpaper grit between 120 and 220 to sand the wood. Create an even, smooth surface so the epoxy will go on effortlessly.[1]
- Sand the wood going with the grain to create the smoothest surface.
- Remove the dust and dirt from the wood. Wipe off any dirt or dust from sanding the wood using a clean microfiber cloth. If you choose to dampen the cloth to remove the dust, let the wood dry out completely before coating it in epoxy.[2]
- Use a mini vacuum or brush to remove the excess dust, if you'd like.
- Attach painter's tape to the back of the wood to catch epoxy drips. Turn your piece of wood over and set it on a flat surface. Put painter's tape along the perimeter of the back of the wood, pressing down firmly to make sure the epoxy won't leak under it. This prevents drips from forming on the underside of the wood when you do your pour.[3]
- The tape only needs to go along the edges of the back of the wood.
- Protect your surfaces from the epoxy using cardboard or plastic. Choose an even surface to do your project on, like a kitchen table or work table. Cover the surface with thick, even cardboard or a piece of plastic so the epoxy doesn't ruin your table.[4]
- If you're covering the table in plastic, consider using painter's tape to secure the plastic to the table so it doesn't move around.
- Use a couple of layers of cardboard or plastic, just in case.
- Place the wood on pedestal objects so it's not touching the surface. These could be things like cups turned upside down or wooden blocks–any 2 or 3 objects that are flat, even, and tall enough to raise the wood off of the table. Situate the wood on the objects so it's hovering over the surface with the side that will be coated in epoxy facing upwards.[5]
- Metal cans or cups from the kitchen that are the same height are great options.
[Edit]Mixing the Epoxy - Mix the epoxy in a well-ventilated, dust-free environment. Many types of epoxy have a strong smell, making it important to do the mixing and pouring in an area that gets plenty of fresh air. It's also important to do this in a dust-free area so the dust doesn't mix in with the epoxy and create a cloudy, dirty coating.[6]
- Avoid mixing the epoxy in an area that's chilly, or below , for the best results.
- Measure the resin and hardener into separate disposable cups. Different types of epoxy have different ratios of resin to hardener, so follow the instructions carefully to be sure you pour the correct amount of each. Pour the resin into one disposable cup and the hardener into another.[7]
- Most companies will sell the resin and hardener together.
- Plastic cups are great to use because their indentations make the resin and hardener easier to measure.
- The ratios will be labeled on the package and are often either 1:1, 2:1, or 4:1.
- Wear gloves to make sure your skin doesn't come in contact with the resin and hardener.
- Combine the resin and hardener into the same cup. Once they're properly measured, pour the resin and hardener into the same disposable cup to begin mixing them together. Use a plastic or wood rod to scrape the sides of the cup so that you get all of the resin and hardener out of each container.[8]
- Either pour the resin into the hardener or the hardener into the resin, whichever is easiest.
- Stir the two ingredients together slowly for 5 minutes. Use the plastic or wooden rod to slowly stir the resin and hardener together. Avoid stirring too vigorously or quickly so you don't create air bubbles. Set a timer and continue stirring for 5 minutes.[9]
- If you do see air bubbles forming while you're stirring, don't worry—these can be removed later on using heat.
[Edit]Covering Wood in a Layer of Epoxy - Pour the epoxy over the wood starting in the center. After the epoxy is all mixed, pour it over the wood carefully. As this is the first layer, don't worry if it's not perfectly even. Start in the middle and pour enough to cover the entire piece of wood in a thin layer.[10]
- Pour the epoxy onto the wood as soon as you mix it because it doesn't have a lot of time before it starts to harden.
- It doesn't matter how you pour the epoxy on the wood during the first layer, just as long as it covers the whole piece of wood.
- Some people like to pour a large pile of epoxy in the middle of the wood and spread it out, while others pour thin streams of epoxy all around the entire piece of wood.
- Use a foam brush to pull the epoxy towards the edges of the wood. Place the foam brush in the puddle of epoxy and begin using the brush to pull the epoxy over the edges using back and forth motions. Try to create as even of a layer of epoxy as possible, making sure the whole piece of wood is coated.[11]
- Wipe off any excess epoxy from the sides using the foam brush.
- Get rid of air bubbles by moving a heat source over the epoxy. Air bubbles are an inevitable part of pouring epoxy, but you can get rid of them using a heat gun, torch, or hairdryer. Turn the heat source on and hold it roughly from the epoxy's surface to pop the bubbles. Move the heat source back and forth slowly over the surface until you see the bubbles pop.[12]
- Continue moving the heat source instead of holding it in one place or you could burn the epoxy.
- Let the first coat sit for 4 hours. Set a timer for 4 hours and let the first coat of epoxy begin to harden. While it won't be completely dry and hard, it should feel tacky as it cures, letting you know it's time for a second coat.[13]
- If you see more air bubbles within the first 30 minutes, use your desired heat source to pop them if possible.
- Apply an additional coat of epoxy for extra protection. Mix another batch of epoxy using the correct ratio of resin to hardener, just as you did with the first one. Pour this coat into the center of the piece of wood before taking a spatula or spreader and creating an even surface. Drag the spatula through the epoxy slowly, pulling it to the edges of the wood and creating an even layer. Pull the spatula or spreader back and forth over the entire piece of wood as many times as it takes to form a flat layer of epoxy.[14]
- If you don't have a spatula to use, any other straight, hard surface will work to drag the epoxy across the wood evenly.
- Pour enough epoxy to cover the edges of the wood as well, wiping up any excess or drips using the foam brush.
- Using a foam brush to drag the final coat of epoxy over the wood won't create as even of a surface as a plastic spreader or other hard, flat object.
- Wait 24 hours for the epoxy to harden before removing the painter's tape. Epoxy takes 24-36 hours to completely harden. Once it's hardened to the touch, flip the piece of wood over carefully and pull off the painter's tape to reveal your beautiful epoxy-coated wood.[15]
- Avoid touching or moving the wood as the epoxy is hardening to make sure it isn't messed up.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Preparing the Wood - Sandpaper
- Clean cloth
- Painter's tape
- Cardboard or plastic
- Pedestal objects
[Edit]Mixing the Epoxy - Resin and hardener
- Gloves
- 2 cups
- Plastic or wood stirring rod
- Timer
[Edit]Covering Wood in a Layer of Epoxy - Foam brush
- Heat source
- Timer
- Resin and hardener
- Plastic or wood stirring rod
- Spatula
- Any type of craft epoxy or epoxy resin that you purchase as a two-part kit will work well on wood, though it's best to choose a non-toxic one if possible to help prevent breathing in unhealthy fumes as you pour. If you want to be able to see the wood through the layers of epoxy, choose an epoxy labeled as "clear."
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