Law and behold, Huda Beauty has designed an eyebrow pencil which gives you a micro-bladed eyebrow look without even having to undergo the painful procedure, this is all you have to know about the Huda Beauty Bomb brows Microshade Brow Pencil.
Unfortunately, I followed that over plucking trend which completely destroyed my brows. My eyebrows were left looking sparse and never grew back to those beautiful natural brows I once had.
My quest to find the right brow product has been challenging because a lot of products claim to be able to provide you with natural looking brows, but I can tell you that not all claims cosmetic companies make are true.
I had an embarrassing incident where in summer my beautiful eyebrows melted off and transferred all over the place. It was so funny at the moment but I definitely don’t want to end up in a situation like that again.
I am also so tired of make-up brands using girls with perfect brows to show that the product works!
This will not be able to tell me if the product is worth the purchase because put against sparse brows or those who don’t have brows ,it’s a whole different scenario.
I am taking you with me on a quest to find my favourite eyebrow product as well as seeing if it’s worth spending your hard earn money on it.
What is the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil?
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS is a micro-shade brow pencil which has the thinnest tip I’ve EVER come across.
Huda Beauty expressed a desire to bring an eyebrow product with some sort of innovative feature. This being the extra-fine eyebrow pencil tip which is very pigmented.
An ultra-fine eyebrow pencil tip will allow you to create natural strokes that mimic real eyebrow hair but at the same time can be used to create any eyebrow look you may have in mind.
The #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil packaging design
The #BOMBBROWS Microshade brow pencil is contained in sustainable packaging which is fully recyclable.
On the packaging you also have the exact shade of the pencil as well as on the eyebrow pencil itself.
The actual eyebrow pencil comes in the form of a diamond shaped pencil, similar to that of the Huda Beauty Life liner. The casing however is a gun metal shade which is absolutely stunning.
The Huda Beauty eyebrow pencil comes in the form of a dual ended pencil, one side has a spoolie whereas the other side has the actual retractable ultra fine eyebrow pencil.
The spoolie is a brilliant addition so that you have an all in one eyebrow tool. The spoolie is perfect to soften the eyebrow look by brushing them through.
The design is very beautiful to be honest, it never lets me down but what’s truly important to me is wether or not it is able to give me the eyebrows it promises easily.
What size is the tip of this eyebrow pencil?
The size of the tip of the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil is of 0.9mm.
No eyebrow pencil on the market has such a fine tip not even the Benefit Precisely My brow pencil, the NYX Professional Makeup Micro Brow Pencil or the It cosmetics Brow power micro.
Generally brands which create fine tipped eyebrow products create them in forms of pens like Anastasia Beverly Hills Micro-Stroking Detailing Brow Pen.
This opens up one main issue, the dreaded snapping of the tip, Huda has already pre-warned in all her tutorials to slightly get that eyebrow tip out, so be very cautious when ejecting the product and pressing it down.
It also requires hair like strokes which is sensible as a fine tip may snap as well as create lines which are too harsh.
What are the benefits of using a micro eyebrow pencil vs a conventional one?
Micro eyebrow pencils are known for their ability to fill in the hairs missing in your brows, making your eyebrows look more natural.
You will find that they have the ability to create fine eyebrow lines in comparison to eyebrow powders and pomades.
The benefit of having a finer eyebrow pencil tip is that the eyebrow lines you will feather in, will allow you to build up eyebrow hairs for a more natural look.
What are the disadvantages of using an eyebrow pencil with a fine tip?
Fine eyebrow pencil use disadvantages include:
- Snapping of the pencil when pressing
- A lot of fiddling with the tip to slowly eject the product
- The formula of the eyebrow pencil will determine the colour pay off, but if the colour pay off is not good, then your eyebrows may not take the shape you want.
- Less product is contained within the pencil.
- Works out more expensive.
How much eyebrow product is in the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS ?
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Penci has 0.023g of product , considering how fine the tip is it will be interesting to see how long it will last.
It contains half the amount of product compared to the Mini Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil.
#BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil shades
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencils come in 8 different shades:
Shade 1 – WARM BLONDE
This shade is suitable for blond hair with golden undertones.
Shade 2 – NEUTRAL BLONDE
This shade is suitable for blond hair with both cool and warm undertones.
Shade 3 – CARAMEL BLONDE
This shade is suitable for red hair or dark blonde hair with warm undertones.
Shade 4 – LIGHT BROWN
This shade is suitable for light brown hair with warm undertones.
Shade 5 – MEDIUM BROWN
This shade is suitable for medium brown hair with both warm and cool undertones.
Shade 6 – RICH BROWN
This shade is suitable for dark brown hair with warm undertones.
Shade 7 – BLACK BROWN
This shade is suitable for black hair with warm undertones.
Shade 8 – SOFT BLACK
This shade is suitable for black hair with cool undertones.
In terms of overall shade range it’s good as there is variation, I don’t think we can fully appreciate the shade range from the arm swatches.
I opted for the BLACK BROWN #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil.
As you can tell from the below Huda Beaty bomb brows microshade pencil swatches, the line is so fine that it’s hard to grasp the true colour of the particular shade.
Choosing the right shade of the Bomb brows
When choosing the right shade for you go by the following guidelines:
- If you are looking to create microbladded looking eyebrows, go for a shade darker than your hair colour.
- If you want a more natural brow look go for your exact shade.
- If you want a flawless Brow with a slight microbladded look and natural at the same time, you may need to purchase two shades, one in your natural colour and one a shade up.
The #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil formula
The #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil is enriched with Vitamin E, castor oil and coconut oil. Such a great array of components not only to create a smooth texture but also to help eyebrow hair growth and nourish the skin.
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS is very pigmented and solid enough to give you a great line. The trick is to build the product up.
Ease of use
To my surprise it was very easy to use, my biggest fear was the tip snapping and it is actually firm enough to not have that issue as long as you didn’t dispense too much of the tip.
Colour pay-off
The colour payoff is really impressive, a light stroke creates a visible line so it’s best to go in with light strokes and build it up.
Precision
The precision is definitely on point, the line is extremely precise and fine enough to mimic real eyebrow hairs.
Hair stroke likeness
I can certify that you will get hair like strokes as you get when you have microbladding done.
Blendability
It is surprisingly possible to blend, I was so worried it would set so much so that its not possible to blend.
Ease of building up the product
It is very easy to build up the product just by using light brow strokes.
How to use the #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil
Huda Beauty advises us to use the #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil in a very easy manner.
- Huda puts down some Pound cake setting powder on the brows to avoid the build up of oils.
- Use the spoolie to brush the brows through.
- Twist up a tiny amount of eyebrow pencil starting from the middle of the brow to the edge. This will create the perfect eyebrow arch!
- Fill in with hair like light strokes the parts which don’t contain hair.
- Brush them through again with the spoolie.
- If you want a sharp brow go in with some concealer around the eyebrow.
The hair-like stroke method will allow you to create eyebrows which look microbladded rather than block drawn in.
You could also create block brows or feathered brows by using eyebrow wax/glue and then filling out the gaps.
The choice is all yours. The possibilities are endless but this is only the half of it. The shade, staying power and smudge proof will be the true tell sign of this being a successful brow product or not.
If you want to see how I used the Huda Beauty Bomb brows Microshade Brow Pencil click on the video below:
My experience with #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil
I found the Huda Beauty Brow Pencil very easy to use and especially to build up.
However, I wish I had ordered a shade darker than my hair colour as the strokes would look even more natural.
The results are very noticeable if you compare them side by side with other eyebrow pencils.
The hair like strokes are definitely a game changer and when you revert to using another eyebrow pencil you will truly appreciate the difference.
In this test trail I created a feathered fluffy Brow (without the use of the wax to give you a true indication of the eyebrow pencil) and one more defined Brow.
I didn’t expect the product to perform so well to be honest.
Once you compare your eyebrows side by side your with when you use other eyebrow pencils, you will find that the precision tip strokes are truly noticeable.
From close up the shade black Brown looks too light for me but from a distance my eyebrows actually looked too dark.
#BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil before and after
This is my before and after shot using the Huda Beauty Bomb Brows Microshade Brow Pencil.
Is the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS water-proof?
The Huda Beauty bomb brows is definitely humidity proof but not entirely water proof as the product does transfer when you lightly dry your face.
Is the #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil transfer-proof?
The Huda Beauty bomb Microshade Brow pencil is not fully transfer proof. The eyebrow product does partly transfer upon touch.
Is the Huda Beauty brow pencil long lasting?
I was surprised with it being so long lasting, it lasts the whole day even after a shower or exercise.
Is the #BOMBBROW Brow Pencil vegan?
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil is vegan.
Comparing the best eyebrow pencils
It is important to know what difference lies between different eye pencils, so here are a few interesting comparisons to help you decide which eyebrow pencil may work best for you.
I will be comparing the Huda Beauty bomb brows to brands like Benefit, Mac and Plouise.
As you can already tell by this shot below, the tip of the Huda Beauty is tiny in comparison, so much so that you can’t even compare it to the others.
The first tip is of the Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil, the second of the Plouise Oh so Browtiful Pencil, the third of the Mac Eyebrow Styler and last is the Huda Beauty bomb brows pencil.
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil vs the Benefit Precisely My Brow pencil
Precision tip comparison
The Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil tip is more than the double the width of the Huda Beauty Brow Pencil.
Eyebrow pencil formula comparison
Both of the eyebrow pencils have a great formula texture and allow for a beautiful eyebrow result.
Shades comparison
The Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil offers 12 different shades where as the Huda Beauty Brow Pencil offers 8.
Transfer proof ability comparison
They both transfer slightly.
Lasting power comparison
Both these eyebrow pencils have great lasting power. I’ve even slept with them and they have lasted through to the next day.
Waterproof comparison
Both products are not fully waterproof.
Price comparison
In terms of a price comparison Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil mini retails at £12.00 and the full version retails at £22.50.
The Huda Beauty Brow Pencil retails at £15.00.
So basically in terms of price per product comparison, the Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil works out cheaper.
Huda Beauty bomb brows Microshade Brow vs Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil vs Mac Eyebrow styler
Precision tip comparison
The Mac Eyebrow Styler tip is more than the double the width of the Huda Beauty Brow Pencil.
Eyebrow pencil formula comparison
Both the Huda Beauty Bomb brows and the Mac Eyebrow Styler have a rich colour payoff and make it easy to get my brows done.
Shade range
Both the Mac Eyebrow Styler and the Huda Beauty bomb Brow Pencil offer 8 different shades.
Transfer proof ability comparison
The Mac Eyebrow pencil is slightly more transfer proof than the Huda Beauty Bomb brows pencil.
Lasting power comparison
Both these eyebrow pencils have great lasting power. I’ve even slept with them and they have lasted through to the next day.
Waterproof comparison
Both the eyebrow pencils are not fully waterproof.
Price comparison
The Mac Eyebrow Styler retails at £16.00 whereas the Huda Beauty retails at £15.00.
The Mac Eyebrow pencil contains 0.9g of product whereas the Huda Beauty one only contains 0.023g.
Huda Beauty bomb brows Microshade Brow vs Mac Eyebrow Styler
The Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil vs Plouise Oh So Browtiful
Precision tip comparison
The Plouise Oh so Browtiful Pencil tip is more than the double the width of the Huda Beauty Brow Pencil.
Eyebrow pencil formula comparison
Both formulas are great in different ways, the Plouise Oh so Browtiful Pencil gives me a soft eyebrow and the Huda Beauty bomb brows Microshade Brow Pencil a more defined eyebrow.
Shade range
The Plouise eyebrow pencil includes only 3 shades whereas the Huda Beauty eyebrow pencil offers 8 shades.
Transfer proof ability comparison
Both eyebrow formulas are not fully transfer proof.
Lasting power comparison
Both these eyebrow pencils have great lasting power. I’ve even slept with them and they have lasted through to the next day.
Waterproof comparison
Both eyebrow formulas are not fully waterproof.
Price comparison
The Plouise Oh so Browtiful Pencil retails at £12.00 where as the Huda Beauty bomb brows pencil retails at £15.00.
The Plouise eyebrow pencil comes out cheaper in terms of how much product is available.
Huda Beauty bomb brows Microshade Brow vs Plouise Oh so Browtiful Pencil
Is the Huda Beauty Bomb brows pencil easy to remove?
Surprisingly enough it was easy to remove, there’s nothing that I hate more of hard to remove products.
Is the #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil worth the hype?
I wasn’t expecting this product to be a success but it is a great eyebrow pencil which is worth the hype.
The only drawback is how expensive it is, considering how little product is included.
How much is the #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil?
The Huda Beauty bomb brows pencil retails at £15.
Where can you buy the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS Microshade Brow Pencil?
You can purchase the Huda Beauty #BOMBBROWS from:
- Hudabeauty.com
- Sephora
- Feelunique
- Cult Beauty
- Boots
- Harrods
- Selfridges
- Harvey Nichols
How long does the Huda Beauty Bomb brows pencil last before having to repurchase it?
I predict that it will last less up to two weeks if used everyday. I made this prediction considering it has half of the amount within the Mini Benefit precisely my brows and half the tip.
The Mini Benefit brow pencil only lasts me 2 weeks when I use it everyday.
The Final Verdict
The Huda Beauty Bomb brows Microshade Brow Pencil is innovative within the realm of micro eyebrow pencils.
The precision tip is honestly such a great addition to your eyebrow routine.
Once you try this eyebrow product, all the brow pencils you will own will appear way too think.
The Huda Beauty eyes set is truly complete now and includes the Life Liner, the Legit Lashes Mascara and the Bomb brows Microshade Brow pencil.
The only draw back to this product is how expensive it works out compared to it’s competitors.
Would I repurchase this eyebrow pencil? Probably yes, but in a shade darker to use on special occasions when I want to create microbladded looking eyebrows.
If you enjoyed this post why not check out my full guide on the Huda Beauty Legit Lashes Mascara.
What are your first impressions on this eyebrow pencil? Comment below and let me know.
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