Your eyebrows might not be the first thing people notice about you, but they sit right above the feature that people usually see first—your eyes. Well-shaped eyebrows can really enhance your appearance and provide great balance to your face. If you have very thick eyebrows or a unibrow, it’s about time to learn how to separate and thin them out to look fantastic! If you’re keen on getting your too-thin or too-thick eyebrows in shape, here’s a guide packed with all the information you need to achieve perfect brows.

Tips to Shape Your Eyebrows

1. Find a Straight Edge
Start by finding something long and straight, like an eyebrow or eyeliner pencil. This helps you determine where your eyebrows should begin. Hold the straight edge on the outer edge of your nose, extending upward to your eye’s inner corner. Where the straight edge touches your eyebrow is where it should start. Mark this spot. Any hair beyond this mark toward your nose should be removed. Repeat on the opposite eyebrow.

2. Your Arch
Next, use the same straight edge to locate the arch of your eyebrow. Line it up with your nose just as before, but this time angle it toward your iris. Look straight ahead into the mirror. Where the straight edge meets your eyebrow is where your arch should be.

3. Eyebrow End
Still using the straight edge, place it against the same spot on your nose and angle it outward toward the end of your eyebrow. This shows you where the eyebrow should end. Mark this point with your pencil.

With the start, arch, and end points marked, you can shape your brows using tweezers or hot wax. Ensure both eyebrows match and are even.

Tweezing Tips
When tweezing, pull the hairs in an upward direction to minimize pain. Using the right kind of tweezers is crucial to snag even the smallest stray hairs, ensuring a neat finish.

Filling Your Eyebrows
If you prefer not to tweeze, you can fill in your eyebrows for a fuller look. Use an eyebrow pencil that matches the color of your brows, and fill in according to the marks you made. This approach is perfect for those with thin eyebrows wanting to add more definition and life to their face.

What to Watch For
Check your eyebrows using a hand mirror from the side of your head. Ensure there’s no “hook” appearance at the inner ends of your brows, which indicates you’ve gone too low at the start. If you notice this, fill in the area until it naturally grows back.

Mistakes like removing too much from the top or sides can be corrected with an eyebrow pencil until the hair regrows. Eyebrows tend to grow back quickly, so any mishaps are usually temporary.

Tip for Eyebrows and Age
Generally, those under 30 look best with low, subtle arches, while those over 50 may find a more pronounced arch flattering. However, adjust according to your face shape and personal preference.

Using the above method can help you achieve your dream eyebrows. Be gentle and take your time during the shaping process, whether filling in or plucking. Spending a bit more time ensures you get them just right.