Have you tried the highly raved Shu Uemura Hard Formula Eyebrow Pencil?
"natural finish and shape. this unique eyebrow pencil only releases color pigment when it interacts with the oils in the brow hairs. the result is natural, defined brows. smudge-proof and long-lasting."
I bought my 1st Shu Uemura Hard Formula Eyebrow Pencil many years ago, but I misplaced it somehow. This is my 2nd one. I chose Hard 9 Brown 03, as it was more suitable for my red hair (I got this few months back).
When brand new and unsharpened, it looks normal. After some sharpening by the BA, it looks so unique! The thing about this eyebrow pencil is that you cannot sharpen this yourself.
FYI, it is a special sharpening technique acquired by the BAs. And, this service is FOC.
"oil-activated formula - pigment only releases when it interacts with the oil in the eyebrow hairs."
I tried drawing on my hand and this little color shows up. However, it's a different story when drawn on the brows. The color just shows up so naturally. It's really hard to go wrong with this amazing eyebrow pencil!
"creates an ultra-natural, long-lasting finish."
See the distinct difference between my bare and drawn brows! I'm pleased with this shade of brown with slight reddish tone. To complement my light hair color, I usually go over with coat of brow mascara (my staple KATE Eyebrow Color LB-1).
Retails for $33. One can last me for more than a year at least, so it isn't THAT expensive seriously.
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it's my all time fave pencil too