5 Brow Mistakes You Might Be Making (And How to Fix Them)

Your brows frame your face — here’s how to make sure they’re doing you justice.

We’ve all had a brow mishap or two (over-plucking in the early 2000s, anyone?). But with brows now one of the most important features in any beauty routine, it's time to set the record straight — literally and figuratively.

At Ana’s Beauty Parlour in Basingstoke, we help clients perfect their brows through expert treatments like powder ombré brows, brow lifts and tints, and our popular brow shaping package. Here are five common brow mistakes we see — and how we can help you fix them for good.

1. Overplucking or Waxing Too Often

The mistake: Reaching for tweezers a little too often can lead to sparse, patchy brows — and some hairs might never grow back.

How to fix it: Book a brow shaping session with a professional. We’ll help you grow your brows back strategically while keeping them clean and flattering in the meantime. Regular maintenance every 4–6 weeks helps guide your natural shape.

2. Ignoring Your Natural Brow Shape

The mistake: Trying to force your brows into a shape that doesn't suit your bone structure can make your features look harsh or unbalanced.

How to fix it: A professional brow mapping and shaping session will assess your natural arch, bone structure, and facial proportions. We shape your brows to enhance your natural beauty, not fight against it.

3. Using the Wrong Brow Products (or Too Much)

The mistake: Heavy pomades or overly dark pencils can leave brows looking drawn-on or overly harsh.

How to fix it: Opt for lighter strokes with products that match your undertone — or better yet, try brow tinting. Our brow lift and tint treatment gives a soft, full, and fluffy effect that lasts up to 6 weeks, with no need for daily product.

4. Not Setting Your Brows

The mistake: Even beautifully shaped brows can fall flat if you’re not setting the hairs in place — especially if you have coarse or unruly brows.

How to fix it: A brow lamination (brow lift) treatment realigns the hairs upward and outward for a fuller, clean, structured look that stays put all day.

5. Overcorrecting Gaps with Makeup

The mistake: Filling in sparse areas with heavy makeup can draw more attention to the gaps and look unnatural.

How to fix it: For a long-term solution, consider Powder Ombré Brows PMU. This semi-permanent treatment gives a soft, shaded look that mimics powder makeup — perfect for sparse brows, or those tired of daily drawing. It lasts 1–3 years with proper care and fades naturally.

💡 Pro Tip: Your Best Brows Start with Professional Guidance

At Ana’s Beauty Parlour, our brow specialists are highly trained to assess, shape, and enhance your brows using the best tools and techniques — no guesswork, no regrets. We believe in enhancing your natural features, never overdoing it.

💬 Ready for Your Brow Glow-Up?

Whether you want low-maintenance definition or a full transformation, we’ve got a treatment that suits your needs and lifestyle. Choose from:

• ✨ Brow Lift & Tint – for fluffy, styled brows that stay put

• ✨ Brow Shaping Package – tailored waxing, tinting, and shaping

• ✨ Powder Ombré Brows (PMU) – for long-lasting, natural-looking perfection