Is this the same as the Christian Dior brown eye pencil? Is it a fine lead? Does it last well on oilier skin or in humidity? Thank you.
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The point of the lead is not as fine as you would get from a sharpened pencil, but it never gets any "fatter" like a pencil would. I never used the Dior eye pencil but this is, by far, the best eyebrow pencil I've ever had. I live in San Francisco, so I don't know about how it would do in humid climate. My eyebrows are really dark, and a woman who did them really messed them up. I couldn't use a black pencil (too dark) or a brown pencil (too light), or a grey pencil (too different color). This pencil is truly "universal" for my brows. I was able to fill in the holes, fix the shape of the eyebrows, and make them look longer.
1450943
I have never used the Christian Dior eyeliner, but it works really nice. It's the type you move in a circular motion to get more, no need to sharpen. I have dark drown hair an it works well to shape my eyebrows. I always use primer around my eyebrows just to keep my makeup in tact I have oilier skin so I find that it lasts on me. I wouldn't have high expectation about it lasting over 6 hours. Just a great color that blends and lasts it's usual expectancy. Try it out, you won't be disappointed. Hope this helps .. "T
1450944
The point of the lead is not as fine as you would get from a sharpened pencil, but it never gets any "fatter" like a pencil would. I never used the Dior eye pencil but this is, by far, the best eyebrow pencil I've ever had. I live in San Francisco, so I don't know about how it would do in humid climate. My eyebrows are really dark, and a woman who did them really messed them up. I couldn't use a black pencil (too dark) or a brown pencil (too light), or a grey pencil (too different color). This pencil is truly "universal" for my brows. I was able to fill in the holes, fix the shape of the eyebrows, and make them look longer. The point of the lead is not as fine as you would get from a sharpened pencil, but it never gets any "fatter" like a pencil would. I never used the Dior eye pencil but this is, by far, the best eyebrow pencil I've ever had. I live in San Francisco, so I don't know about how it would do in humid climate. My eyebrows are really dark, and a woman who did them really messed them up. I couldn't use a black pencil (too dark) or a brown pencil (too light), or a grey pencil (too different color). This pencil is truly "universal" for my brows. I was able to fill in the holes, fix... » Read More The point of the lead is not as fine as you would get from a sharpened pencil, but it never gets any "fatter" like a pencil would. I never used the Dior eye pencil but this is, by far, the best eyebrow pencil I've ever had. I live in San Francisco, so I don't know about how it would do in humid climate. My eyebrows are really dark, and a woman who did them really messed them up. I couldn't use a black pencil (too dark) or a brown pencil (too light), or a grey pencil (too different color). This pencil is truly "universal" for my brows. I was able to fill in the holes, fix the shape of the eyebrows, and make them look longer. « Show Less
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I've never used the Christian Dior eye pencil so am not able to compare. The lead is more "creamy" than fine but unlike a regular pencil, does not need to be sharpened. I don't have oily skin so don't know about that but can attest that it holds up well on hot summer days. I live in Chicago so August can be quite humid and I've never had any issues. In fact, I'm continually surprised every night when I remove my makeup at how well it has held up throughout the day. It's a great product which was first recommended me me by an aesthetician at Nordstrom Spa. The Amazon price is much better than Nordstrom's and having it delivered in two days is a huge bonus. Very happy overall. I've never used the Christian Dior eye pencil so am not able to compare. The lead is more "creamy" than fine but unlike a regular pencil, does not need to be sharpened. I don't have oily skin so don't know about that but can attest that it holds up well on hot summer days. I live in Chicago so August can be quite humid and I've never had any issues. In fact, I'm continually surprised every night when I remove my makeup at how well it has held up throughout the day. It's a great product which was first recommended me me by an aesthetician at Nordstrom Spa. The Amazon price is much... » Read More I've never used the Christian Dior eye pencil so am not able to compare. The lead is more "creamy" than fine but unlike a regular pencil, does not need to be sharpened. I don't have oily skin so don't know about that but can attest that it holds up well on hot summer days. I live in Chicago so August can be quite humid and I've never had any issues. In fact, I'm continually surprised every night when I remove my makeup at how well it has held up throughout the day. It's a great product which was first recommended me me by an aesthetician at Nordstrom Spa. The Amazon price is much better than Nordstrom's and having it delivered in two days is a huge bonus. Very happy overall. « Show Less
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No it's not the same and the lead is not fine probably more a medium and it does not need to be sharpened. I have not had a problem with it coming off in humid areas and I have a normal type skin so not sure how it works with oily skin types. This is by far the best eyebrow pencil I have used.
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Yes it is your basic lead pencil. .7mm lead and I would think a regular eraser for lead pencils would work.
1710735
Yes, I would call it taupe. It does not have the red tones that many brown eyebrow pencils have.
1963011
lead holder vs mechanical pencil... I use both on a daily basis. as for the difference. I will start with the obvious, the lead holder uses a 2mm lead instead of the .5mm,.7mm, or .9mm lead that the mechanical pencil offers. you can also get the 2mm lead in a variety of colors and hardness's depending on your needs. i mostly use my lead holders for shading purposes in my drawings but i have done some complete drawings with them. as for the $1 variety of mechanical pencils always remember that you get what you pay for. if you plan on doing a lot of drawing spend the extra money and get a quality mechanical pencil, i promise you wont be disappointed.
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There is no pencil. You put it on with a brush. It stays pretty well but rubbing would remove at least part of it. Sweating isn't a problem for me but working out or excessive sweating could be an issue.
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Awesome for oily skin. Slight white cast, but it makes for such a good primer, foundation just glides right over it. Makes your skin like silk. Coola has a tinted version now too if the white cast is a problem, ( I just got a sample from birchbox.Com and I LOVE it ) or just mix some foundation in if you're in a hurry! :)
1944631
Hi,we still have the eyebrow shaper wax in stock. Not sure which blonde eyebrow pencil you are referring to.
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A .5mm Mechanical is perfect. You may find that it becomes your favorite pencil. It is always sharp. It makes a very thin, and consequently accurate, line. They are very common and can be found, along with lead refills, at WalMart and other such vendors.
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In addition to my eyebrows I used this to on top of my head to deepen and darken my widows peak. I didn't care for it. It looked like dirt and since I have oily skin it didn't stay on well. I just continue to use an eye pencil close to my hair color and draw hair like strokes instead. It could be that I need a better brush for the powder tho. Hope this helps
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Oh My gosh .. prismacolor is so much better . softer lead , lets you blend easier . To me , I've used this type of Pencil for many years and yest it is worth the extra money JS AZ
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I think it's one of the better models to have because it's not very heavy and has the rotating mechanism for the lead. In comparison to other pencils, it's more about the lead that determines breakage. This model has diamond infused lead which makes them a lot more resistant to breakage but good luck finding the replacements for it. If you're looking for good replacements, then get the super high polymer replacements from the office supply stores because they work just as well (if not better). They're also cheaper and easier to find.
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No pencil- it's a brush. Can't tell you about sweating or if it stays put. More likely to rub off I think.
1044984
I have been using the Pentel Hi-Polymer lead with good result. I like the dark line left by 2B lead. Also the lead is strong enough to stand up to my ham-handed use.
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It's like a normal pencil but without the wood. This also depends on the hard/softness of the lead.
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I, personally, find the Prismacolor pencils of very good quality. I believe that those who find them cheap do not realize that hese pencils are artist's pencils. The leads are made of materials as pure as possible, and therefore, do not include materials to strengthen the lead, including strengthening matrial would sully the color. These pencils therefore are not made to be jostled, or dropped. I have been using my Prismacolor pencils for more than a year and I handle them with care. They are not "coloring pencils" they are artistic tools. If you treat them as ordinary pencils you will find the lead is often broken even before sharpening them. I, personally, find the Prismacolor pencils of very good quality. I believe that those who find them cheap do not realize that hese pencils are artist's pencils. The leads are made of materials as pure as possible, and therefore, do not include materials to strengthen the lead, including strengthening matrial would sully the color. These pencils therefore are not made to be jostled, or dropped. I have been using my Prismacolor pencils for more than a year and I handle them with care. They are not "coloring pencils" they are artistic tools. If you treat them as ordinary... » Read More I, personally, find the Prismacolor pencils of very good quality. I believe that those who find them cheap do not realize that hese pencils are artist's pencils. The leads are made of materials as pure as possible, and therefore, do not include materials to strengthen the lead, including strengthening matrial would sully the color. These pencils therefore are not made to be jostled, or dropped. I have been using my Prismacolor pencils for more than a year and I handle them with care. They are not "coloring pencils" they are artistic tools. If you treat them as ordinary pencils you will find the lead is often broken even before sharpening them. « Show Less
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I agree with Letterer's response. I would rate these leads as falling between a crayon and an HB pencil. They're softer than a pencil and harder than a crayon. In a pinch I suppose you COULD use it as a drawing crayon, but it's tough to get just the shading you want because it's not soft enough. I use mine as a highlighter.
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This answer might be a little late but I am hispanic and I have brown skin and dark hair and it wonder great! Its my favorite eye brow pencil, what I like most about it is that it looks natural. Hope this helps!