How often should an eyebrow pencil be sharpened?

• A. Only monthly
• B. Before and after each use
• C. Once a year
• D. When packaging expires

Answer: (B)

Sharpening frequency is about maintaining both hygiene and precision for the tool you use to shape and define brows. Sharpening before use ensures the tip is clean and very pointy, giving you precise control to create fine, hair-like strokes without dragging or skipping. A sharp edge also helps you place product exactly where you want it, which is crucial for natural-looking brows.

Shaving off any buildup after you’re done is just as important. After-use sharpening removes residual product and any bacteria that may have gathered on the tip, helping keep the pencil sanitary for the next person and the next application. This two-step approach—before and after each use—supports clean, accurate, and safe brow makeup.

The other options miss these practical considerations: waiting monthly or yearly doesn’t address the need for a clean, sharp point and hygiene, and using only when packaging expires ignores daily use and sanitary best practices.