Thin Brows Return: How to Modernize 1990s Nostalgia
To test a thinner shape, first conceal and redraw the brows with makeup; plucked hairs do not return immediately.
Fashion’s return to 1990s elements has brought thin brows back into conversation. But a runway look or decade-old memory may not suit everyone’s features or hair growth; try a temporary version before altering your brows.
Interpret fashion references with care
Who What Wear’s annual guide, published January 29, 2026, lists beauty directions for the year, including a return to slimmer brows. It is an editorial forecast, not advice to pluck or the result of a market survey.
Choose a reversible version
To preview the shape, redraw sections with concealer and a brow pencil rather than tweezers. If considering permanent makeup, discuss the basic shape, touch-up process and future adjustments with a specialist.