Everything You Need to Know about Clear Brow Gel

Let’s be clear; we love eyebrows and everything that comes with grooming them! Eyebrow grooming is an important, although often overlooked, step in your beauty routine. Using an effective brow gel is a quick and easy way to tame your brows for a clean and flawless look. And if you prefer to groom and shape your eyebrows without adding color, a clear brow gel is a perfect choice. So, what exactly is a clear brow gel? Let Maybelline New York help you discover everything you need to know about clear brow gel mascara. Let’s begin!

What Is Clear Eyebrow Gel?

Clear eyebrow gel is an invisible brush-on formula for taming eyebrows of every shape and shade. Brow gel is available in a variety of formulas, including tinted and clear, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. Clear brow gel like Super Lock Brow Glue and Express Brow™ Fast Sculpt™ Clear Brow Gel is a styling product specifically designed to groom and hold your eyebrows in place without leaving a tint behind. It is typically applied with a small brush, and it can be used on its own or over other brow products, such as brow powder or pencil. Whether you're looking for a natural, no-makeup makeup look or a more dramatic, sculpted brow, clear brow gel can help you achieve your desired results.

What Is Clear Brow Gel Used For?

Clear brow gel is a must-have for any makeup bag. It helps smooth and groom brow hairs, locking them into shape without adding color to provide a groomed and polished appearance. Think of it as the ultimate enhancer for your already beautiful-looking eyebrows. You can use a light hand for a more natural look or build up the product for a more dramatic effect.

What Are the Benefits of Using Clear Eyebrow Mascara?

Clear brow gel mascara helps set, define, and hold brow hairs in place for a clean, sleek look. It is a great alternative to traditional brow pencils or powders, as it doesn't add any extra color, making it perfect for those who want a natural look. Read on for more benefits of clear brow gel.

Benefit 1: Natural Enhancement

Clear brow gel enhances your brows without adding color, making it suitable for those who prefer a subtle, no-makeup look or want to keep their natural brow color.

Benefit 2: Versatile Styling

Clear brow gel provides versatile styling options. You can use it alone for a natural, polished look or layer it over brow powders, pomades, or pencils to enhance your desired brow shape and definition.

Benefit 3: Long-Lasting Hold

Clear brow gel offers long-lasting hold, keeping your brows in place all day without smudging or flaking. This is especially beneficial for taming unruly or sparse brows that need extra control throughout the day.

Benefit 4: Easy Application

Clear brow gel is incredibly easy to apply. With a quick brush through, you can achieve groomed, defined brows in seconds. It's a time-saving and convenient addition to your makeup routine.

How Do You Use Clear Eyebrow Gel? Top Tips:

Follow these tips to ensure the best application of your clear brow gel.

Tip 1: Apply in Short Strokes

For precise application, use short, upward strokes when brushing the clear brow gel through your brows. This technique helps lift and shape each hair individually.

Tip 2: Go With the Direction of Your Brow Hair

Follow the natural direction of your brow hair when applying clear brow gel. This ensures a smooth, natural finish without any clumping or stiffness.

Tip 3: Don't Overload the Brush

Avoid overloading the brow wand or brush with too much product. Excess gel can weigh down your brows and make them look unnatural. Start with a small amount and add more if needed to achieve a fluffy brow look.

Tip 4: Use Multiple Coats for a Strong Hold

For a stronger hold, apply multiple thin coats of clear brow gel instead of one thick coat. This helps build up the product gradually, providing better control without creating a stiff or crunchy texture.

Do You Put Clear Eyebrow Gel on Before or After Filling Your Eyebrows?

For a natural brow look, use clear brow gel mascara as the final step in your eyebrow makeup routine after filling your brows to set them in place and enhance their shape. However, for unruly brows, you may want to define and shape your brows before adding color. In this case, apply clear brow gel first. This will help hold your brows in place while you fill them in with a brow pencil or powder.

Can You Use Clear Brow Gel as Mascara on Your Lashes?

While clear brow gel can be used to tame unruly brow hairs, it is not recommended as a substitute for mascara on your lashes. Clear brow gel is specifically formulated for brows and may not provide the desired effect or hold for your lashes. Instead, opt for a clear mascara designed specifically for lashes.

Can You Use Clear Mascara on Eyebrows?

You can use clear mascara to tame your eyebrows, although the formula isn’t quite as effective as a clear brow gel for holding brows in place—mascara is made for lashes, after all. For the hardest-to-groom eyebrows, we recommend Super Lock Brow Glue with its unique brush and gel formula to keep eyebrows tame and in shape all day long. This non-sticky eyebrow gel is also flake resistant, sweat resistant, and transfer resistant.

What Should You Look for in a Clear Brow Gel?

When choosing a clear brow gel, look for the following:

A fine brush: The brush should be fine enough to precisely tame and shape your brows without hassle.
A clear formula: The formula should be clear and invisible, so it doesn't add any color to your brows.
A long-lasting hold: The gel should provide a long-lasting hold that keeps your brows in place all day.

You’ll find all of these features in our Maybelline clear brow gel products. And if you’re interested in learning more about tinted brow gels, check out our guide to how to use eyebrow gel.