Eyebrows
Eyebrows are often neglected and undervalued, but they can affect your looks vastly. Look at the following example of how eyebrows can completely change a face:
One of the biggest mistakes in enhancing your appearance is neglecting your eyebrows. They play a crucial role in framing your eyes, contributing to about 30-40% of their attractiveness.
The Shape:
Eyebrows come in various shapes, each impacting your face differently. For men, the ideal shape often depends on their other facial features, but straight brows, like those of model Sean O'Pry (left), are generally favored. Some men, such as Jason Momoa (right), can pull off arched eyebrows, which enhance their low-trust, warrior-like appearance.
The Thickness:
Eyebrow thickness is crucial, as thick eyebrows are often seen as masculine, while thin ones can come across as more feminine. This preference has evolutionary roots; features like a prominent brow ridge and high cheekbones were protective traits developed during our caveman days for hunting and fighting. Ideally, eyebrows should be thick but not excessively so, as overly thick brows can look unappealing. It is important to note that certain ethnicities will suit different eyebrow thickness. For example, Indians will suit thicker eyebrows then Caucasians.
The Length:
The outer edges of your eyebrows should at least align with the outer corners of your eyelids, ideally extending slightly towards your cheekbones or even a bit further. The inner ends can align with your nostrils, but this may vary based on factors like eye spacing. A wider gap between your eyebrows can create a more feminine appearance. Be mindful to avoid a monobrow.
The Setness
Generally speaking, the closer your eyebrows are set to your eyes, the better. Despite this, some faces do actually suit higher set eyebrows better. Look at the following morph:
Whilst the morphed imagine on the right looks more intimidating, the original image on the left looks better due to being more harmonious with the rest of the face.
The Tilt
Ideal eyebrow tilt is often less understood than other eyebrow features. While some argue that a neutral tilt is best, most men actually benefit from a slight positive tilt. An extreme positive tilt can give off a supervillain vibe, while negatively tilted eyebrows may come across as unassertive. The ideal tilt for you will depend on other facial features. For example, Tyson Ballou (left) is renowned for his highly tilted straight eyebrows. For him, they make him look very intimidating and offset his less positively tilted eyes. For most people, an eyebrow tilt like Jon Kortajarena (right) would be ideal.
Colour and Density
For both men and women, eyebrows with higher density enhance attractiveness. For men, black or dark brown eyebrows—depending on ethnicity and phenotype—are ideal, as they create the illusion of greater density. Many Hollywood actors, like Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio, have dyed their eyebrows for various roles to achieve this effect.
Conclusion
Eyebrows have a significant impact on a man's appearance. The great news is that they are one of the lowest-risk, highest-return areas for enhancing your looks. With the right guidance, techniques, and products, almost anyone can improve their eyebrows. Just be careful not to overdo it.