What is the thin brow trend?

What is the thin Brow Trend?

The thin brow trend is exactly what it sounds like: sleek, skinny, 90s-style brows that are making a serious comeback. Think clean lines, defined arches, and brows that give just the right amount of attitude.
This trend first blew up in the late 90s and early 2000s - you’ll probably remember (or have seen throwbacks of) icons like Pamela Anderson, Gwen Stefani, and Christina Aguilera rocking those razor-thin brows. At the time, brows were plucked down to barely-there lines, often drawn back in with a pencil for that ultra-sculpted look.
So yes, it’s 90s nostalgia, but smarter.

Some thin brow inspo

Our thin brow stars - Cameron Diaz, Bella Hadid, Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson

1. Cameron Diaz

The queen of California cool. Her thin, soft-arched brows were peak '90s - and honestly? Still serve. 

2. Bella Hadid

A modern muse. She is the trend. Bella brought the skinny brow back into high fashion, proving that thin brows can look luxe, sculpted, and clean.

3. Angelina Jolie

Those almond eyes paired with minimal brows? Timeless. Her thin brows gave her look that sharp, elegant edge.

4. Pamela Anderson

The icon. The legend. Her ultra-thin brows defined an entire era - and somehow still look iconic today. It’s giving bold decisions and bad girl beauty. Even this year at Met Gala, she was the star with her thin brows!

Beautiful Pamela Anderson at Met Gala 2025.

What face shapes work best with thin brows?

Before your clients start channeling their inner Pamela or Bella, here’s the thing: thin brows aren’t for everyone, and that’s okay. Just like with any trend, it’s all about adapting it to fit the face in front of you.

So, who actually suits a thinner brow?

Alexandra Versteeg’s brow transformation from defined, full brow look to thin brows.

Thin brows work beautifully on:

1. Defined bone structure
   Clients with sculpted cheekbones and strong features (like Bella Hadid) naturally carry this look. Thin brows focus all the attention on the eyes and bone structure.
   Example: Look at Alexandra Versteeg. On the left, she’s serving full, soft glam. On the right, the thinner brow totally changes the vibe - suddenly it’s giving femme fatale, sleek, sexy, main character energy. It’s the same face, but a whole new character.
2. Heart or oval face shapes
   These shapes usually offer a natural lift, which means thin brows can enhance that elegant silhouette without flattening the face.
3. Clients who love a sharp, editorial vibe
   If your client loves that clean, snatched look - this trend is definitely worth exploring.

But for some clients…

A super thin brow might not be the most flattering choice.

• Rounder face shapes can sometimes appear wider when brows are too skinny.
• Soft or low-brow bones may lose definition without the right structure beneath.

The solution? Customize it.
Try a soft slim-down instead of going ultra-thin. A tailored shape, mapped and sculpted professionally, can give just enough of the trend, without compromising the client’s natural beauty.

Product picks for thin brows

Want to give your clients a sharp, sexy thin brow without regrets? These are the three must-haves every Brow Artist needs in their toolkit.

Brow Micro Pencil

This is your hero product for shaping thin, defined brows. The Supercilium Brow Micro Pencil lets you draw hairlike strokes with total control. Whether you're subtly sharpening or going full 90s, it’s the tool for creating structure without bulk.

Available in 6 shades:
Light Cool & Light Warm
Medium Cool & Medium Warm
Dark Cool & Dark Warm

Pro tip: Use the pencil to extend the tail or fill in gaps where plucking went a little too far. Unlike a pomade or powder, the micro pencil keeps it clean, minimal, and easy to control.

Brow Micro Concealer

Normally, you'd go a shade lighter with concealer to make brows pop. But with thin brows, you want to blend. The Supercilium Brow Micro Concealer is designed to sculpt the brow and fade softly into the skin for a clean, but natural-looking edge.

Available in:

• Light
• Medium
• Dark

Use it to:

• Define the lower edge of the brow for that clean, snatched finish
• Hide redness or leftover tint around the brows
• Even out the skin tone without overpowering the brows themselves

Elixir No. 3 (When they want their brows back)

Let’s be real. Some clients will try thin brows... and then wish they hadn’t. That’s where Elixir No. 3 comes in.
This nourishing serum supports brow hair regrowth with a gentle, skin-loving formula that works while they sleep. Whether they overplucked in the past or just want a backup plan, this is their grow-back solution.

• Recommend it for:
• Clients who are experimenting with trends but are worried about long-term effects
• Anyone with naturally sparse or patchy brows
• A post-service aftercare product to boost health and shine

Pro tip: It adds a beautiful finish to freshly shaped brows. Apply a tiny amount to hydrate and give that soft, glossy glow.

How to create thin brows

So your client wants to try the thin brow trend? Let’s do it - but do it right. This is not the time to hand them tweezers and wish them luck. Creating skinny brows that actually slay (not scar) takes technique, tools, and a little salon magic.
Here’s how to make it happen:

Step 1: Trim and shape - at a salon, please!

Start with a full consultation. Instead of over-plucking (like the old days), use Brow Mapping to slim down the shape carefully. Focus on:

• Softening the front
• Lifting the arch
• Sharpening the tail

Use scissors to trim where needed and always keep the natural hair texture in mind. The goal is to refine, not erase.

Step 2: Define with the right Brow Products

Here’s where you elevate the look and introduce your client to must-haves:

• Brow Micro Pencil – Perfect for stretching the tail, defining the lower edge, or filling in sparse spots. Use a fine tip for those sleek, detailed lines that keep the brow skinny but strong.
• Brow Micro Concealer – Clean up underneath and sharpen the entire look. This is how you get that crisp, snatched edge. It also lifts the brow visually - no botox needed, ha!

How to prevent overplucked brows?

If your client’s going thin, they don’t need to go too far. Here’s how to keep things safe:

• Stick to professional shaping only. No at-home tweezing “touch-ups.” Ever.
• Map before you shape. Always outline the brow first so you know exactly what stays and what goes.
• Work slowly. Start by trimming and removing a little at a time - brows are easy to lose and hard to grow back.
• Use makeup to experiment first. Try a thinner shape with a pencil before making it permanent.

The goal is to shape with intention, not to repeat the 2003 trauma we’re all still healing from.

Need inspo? Look at the thin brow transformation video we recently shared on Instagram here! 

Add these to your salon & boost your Brow Business

These products don’t just help you create the perfect thin brow, they also help you grow your salon business.

You can stock them directly in your salon, offer them to your clients as part of their aftercare routine, and upsell them for a profit. Because here’s the deal: you buy at a better price, and resell at a higher value - while giving your clients exactly what they need to maintain their look between appointments.

It’s our way of supporting your work and your business growth.

🧡 Want to start stocking Supercilium in your salon? Just reach out to maria@supercilium.com and we’ll help you get set up.