Eyebrow Dyeing?

[Icephoenyx]

I just bought a wig that is a sandy blonde, I really like it, plus it was 50% off!

Not my first choice of color, but like I say, I saved a big chunk of change and only this color was on sale...

But now I'm screwed. I have dark brown hair naturally, and my eyebrows are like that too. Maybe a good wax would help, but is there any way I can lighten them?

Thanks,

Chrissi

[Suzy]

Eyebrows can easily be lightened with a bit of fade cream, such as Jolen's.  Just make sure you get the kind for hair and not for skin.  Wal-Mart and drug stores sell it around here.  Use it 2-3 minutes at a time to lighten it little by little till you get it like you want.

Best of luck.

Kristi

[gothique11]

Eyebrows can easily be lightened with a bit of fade cream, such as Jolen's.  Just make sure you get the kind for hair and not for skin.

Kristi

There's an MJ joke in there somewhere, but I dare not say it. *runs and hides*    (I'm in a weird mood again)

[Icephoenyx]

How much does this stuff cost?

Chrissi

[Suzy]

Less than $10.00 at most places.

Kristi

[Megan]

Anything for eyelashes Kristi, I have pitch black eyelashes

and I want to go medium blonde, and I think having black eyelashes would give it off. But I think it's either impossible or I might have to see a professional.

[Ms.Behavin]

Actually with Black or Brown mascara, Eyelashes are not a problem even with light blonde hair.  I would not even try to dye eyelashes.  way too close to the Eye.

For eyebrows, I've used 10 or 20vol peroxide and developer (Ie Hair Bleach/blonding)in the past.  applied with a q-tip.  Available at drug stores and beauty supply places.  But A little dab will do and only leave it on for 3-5 minutes at a time.  Me I don't worry about it and some natural blondes have darker eyebrows too.

Beni

[Nero]

Anything for eyelashes Kristi, I have pitch black eyelashes

and I want to go medium blonde, and I think having black eyelashes would give it off. But I think it's either impossible or I might have to see a professional.

Like Beni said, dark eyelashes are NEVER a problem. Even blondes use black or dark brown mascara to darken their eyelashes. At most, you would just look like you're wearing mascara which a good majority of women do.
Eyebrows are where it gets tricky. They can look harsh if they don't match the hair and mark you as a bleach blonde (which a lot of blondes are nowadays anyway).

[aubrey]

I have the opposite problem, I have to take a pencil to mine just so I can see them. Actually I've known a few natural blondes who had fairly dark eyebrows and roots, it almost looked fake, but it wasn't! Not all blondes have matching eyebrows.

[Suzy]

Actually, I like brown-black eyes with blonde hair.  Trust us, it will not look fake unless you apply it wrong.

Kristi

[Icephoenyx]

Should I have just gone with the brown wig??

Chrissi

[YellowDaisy]

I just bought a wig that is a sandy blonde, I really like it, plus it was 50% off!

Not my first choice of color, but like I say, I saved a big chunk of change and only this color was on sale...

But now I'm screwed. I have dark brown hair naturally, and my eyebrows are like that too. Maybe a good wax would help, but is there any way I can lighten them?

Thanks,

Chrissi

if you get a hairdye from a drugstore to match the shade of the wig, i don't see why you can't use it on your eyebrows, because they are made from strands of hair.

[sarahF]

I've had my brows and lashes dyed for about 2 years. The cost wasn't that bad but my eyes are very sensitive and it bothered me to much.
Sarah

[aubrey]

This probably goes without saying but if you dye them make sure it's made for the eyebrows! Regular hair dye can damage your eyes it's not worth it!

[sarahF]

Thanks Mija. I did go to a pro. I still don't think it was worth it
Sarah

[Icephoenyx]

Kristi, did that Jolen's stuff lighten your brows a lot or just a little bit? Is it easy to use?

And how often did you have to reapply it?

Thanks again

[Suzy]

Kristi, did that Jolen's stuff lighten your brows a lot or just a little bit? Is it easy to use?

And how often did you have to reapply it?

Thanks again

It did not lighten it more than I wanted.  It just depends on how long you leave it on.  It is very easy to use.  Just mix up the powder with water and smooth it on with a spatula.  Follow the instructions.

Kristi