Last Updated: December 29, 2022

6 best brow pencils & brow mascaras.

WRITTEN BY Grove Collaborative • 9 min read

Everyone’s makeup routine is different, and that’s a good thing. Some of us pile on our favorite natural products, while some of us only have two or three go-tos we use every once in a while. No matter what type of makeup wearer you are, brow pencils and brow mascaras are a great way to enhance your look, and they usually last pretty long, too. Brow pencils like this PYT Beauty Brow Goals - Brow Pencil let you easily choose your shade to find the perfect color for your brows (and with brow pencils, it’s good to remember that a little goes a long way). With brow mascaras like this Ere Perez Aloe Gel Lash and Brow Mascara, you can spruce up your look without changing your style.


To find a brow pencil or brow mascara that’s just right for you, take a look at our list of the best natural brow pencils and brow mascaras below.


This list of products was determined by ratings and reviews from Grove members.

1. PYT Beauty Holy Grail Brow Gel

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PYT Beauty Brow Gel is a clear formula that works on all eyebrow hair color. Tames, defines and sets brows for a polished look. Lightweight feel leaves brows looking natural. Doubles as a clear eyelash primer.

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2. PYT Beauty Brow Goals - Brow Pencil

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PYT Beauty designed this dual-ended Defining Brow Pencil with an oval precision tip to create natural, hair-like strokes that fill, shape, and define your eyebrows. Need to tame unruly strays? Use the spoolie brush to put those brows in their place. To fill in sparse spots, use the hypoallergenic and chemical-free brow pencil to draw with …

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3. Ere Perez Almond Brow Pencil

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Give your brows the attention they deserve with the Ere Perez Almond Brow Pencil. Loaded with nourishing almond oil, this pencil hydrates, strengthens, and protects your brow hairs and the skin underneath. It’s even got a built-in grooming brush for taming fly-aways and adding texture to thin hairs.

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4. Ere Perez Aloe Gel Lash & Brow Mascara

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It’s easy to see things clearly with this Ere Perez Aloe Gel Lash & Brow Mascara. This clear mascara builds color on lashes and volume on your brows using natural ingredients such as aloe vera. It’s sweat-proof, a good option for sensitive eyes, and can be used with lash extensions and contact lenses. Just apply this Ere Perez Aloe Gel Lash & Brow …

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5. Burt's Bees Nourishing Eye Liner

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Burt's Bees Nourishing Eyeliner is easy to apply and resists smudging and fading for long-lasting wear. 99.9% natural and specifically formulated for your delicate eye area, it's made with Jojoba, Mango and responsibly sourced Meadowfoam Seed Oils to help nourish your skin. The unique cedar wood pencil is also responsibly sourced.

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6. Ere Perez Argan Brow Hero

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Fuller brows are yours! This one-for-all tinted textured gel – with tiny vegan fibres – boosts your brows & adds volume. The fibres adhere to skin + hair for a fuller look, gaps are filled in, you can feather, embrace messy brows and get your brows noticed. Gives a thicker look to thinning or over-plucked brows and defines fair hairs. Argan oil …
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FAQs

How do you use a brow pencil?

If you’ve never used a brow pencil before but want to start, at Grove, we’ve got you covered. First, check out our list of the best brow pencils, and choose one to start using. Then follow our easy steps below to get the most out of your brow pencil:


  • First, comb your brows using a brow brush like this RMS Back2Brow Brush
  • Start underneath your brow and lightly underline it using your brow pencil with small strokes
  • Comb your brows up again to spread the line you’ve created up into your brow
  • Use your brow pencil to fill in the top of your brow’s arch and outline — again, using smaller strokes
  • Lastly, use a brow powder like this RMS Back2Brow Powder and your brow brush to fill in the main area of your brow
  • If you feel like your brow color is a little too dark, you can always use a brow gel or brow mascara to lighten up the work you just did

What color brow pencil should I use?

When you’re looking to buy a brow pencil but don’t know what color to get, go by this simple rule — go one shade lighter than your hair— that’s because you want your look to seem softer when you’re using a brow pencil. If you grab a pencil that’s too dark or even as dark as your hair, it would look unnatural.


If you’re wondering how to choose a brow gel, you can actually go with the same shade as your hair or one shade darker to get the effect you’re looking for. To search the best brow pencils and brow mascaras on Grove, check out our list above.


Can I use brow mascara on my eyelashes?

Technically, yes, you can use brow mascara on your eyelashes; however, usually people choose to use mascara as part of their makeup routine to create the illusion of thicker, longer lashes. If you choose to use a brow mascara on your eye lashes, you will not get fuller, longer lashes. What you’ll get with a brow mascara is a very natural-style look. Your lashes will just look natural with a boost.


If you’re wanting to get bigger lashes, check out our list, 6 natural mascara products for real results, and shop from top picks like this Lily Lolo Big Lash Mascara and this Vapour Beauty Mesmerize Mascara. if you’re new to using natural mascaras or if you never have before, read our article, The 5 best natural mascaras and why you should consider making the switch from conventional.


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