How To Apply Clear Mascara To Eyebrows

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There's no denying our makeup habits have changed over the last year. Although we may still wear the occasional statement eye or bold lip, those of us who still wear makeup have by and large adopted a much more low-key look. And while most will say their Zoom makeup routine has pared down to just "concealer and mascara," many have adopted an even more minimal option: clear mascara.

"Clear mascara is a softer alternative to your standard black and brown mascaras," says celebrity makeup artist Min Min Ma. "It gives a nice definition to your lashes without weighing them down. It also gives your lashes a nice sheen, which is especially pretty during the spring and summer time when the makeup tends to be more natural and glowy."

Unlike regular mascara, a clear formula can also be used beyond the lashline. "Another way I like to use clear mascara is on the eyebrows," explains Ma. "Again, it gives definition to each hair while setting the brows in place." Think of it as a sub for your go-to brow gel. "You can use it on its own or in combination with your usual brow products," says the makeup pro. Oh, and got a rogue flyaway? Try swiping it on in place of hair gel.

Ready to give clear a chance? Read on for the mascaras our editors deem worth adding to your makeup bag.

Drugstore Deal

Maybelline Great Lash Clear Mascara

Breaking news: One of our greatest mascaras of all time comes in a clear version. If, like many of us, the original was your entry point to regular mascara, let this version do the same for clear.

2 PureBrow Brow Gel in Clear

To state the obvious, this product is technically a brow gel. But Ma uses it on lashes too. "Pro tip: To keep the gel clear and clean, always clean the wand after every use by wiping it with a tissue paper," she recommends.

Drugstore Deal

e.l.f. Cosmetics Clear Brow & Lash Mascara

One side of this dual-ended product houses a clear mascara, while the other contains a clear brow gel. We can all but guarantee it's the most versatile makeup product you'll ever buy for $2.

Natural Pick

Aloe Gel Lash & Brow Mascara

Another two-in-one, this gel is made with aloe vera, which helps strengthen lashes and brows while it keeps them in place.

Drugstore Deal

Professional Natural Lash Mascara

You'll love the conditioning formula, but the real draw here is the curved brush that expertly separates lashes.

6 Brow And Lash Gel, Translucent

With ingredients like aloe, glycerin, and silk powder, this gel is so packed with hydrating ingredients, it's almost like a mask for your lashes.

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