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Eyebrow Shape Preference Across Age, Gender, and Self-reported Ethnic Group
Vincent Richer1,2, Jonathan Berkowitz3,4, Ada Trindade de Almeida5,6
1Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Summary
The Anastasia eyebrow shape was preferred across most groups. Preferences varied by gender, with stronger preferences noted for women's eyebrow shapes compared to men's.
Area of Science:
- Facial aesthetics and perception
- Cosmetic surgery and dermatology
Background:
- Eyebrow shape preference research has historically focused on young women.
- Limited data exists on preferences across diverse age groups, genders, and ethnicities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine eyebrow shape preferences across various age demographics, genders, and ethnic backgrounds.
- To analyze preferences for both the observer and the subject depicted in images.
Main Methods:
- Digital images of individuals from three age groups (18-39, 40-59, 60+), two genders (female, male), and four ethnic backgrounds were digitally altered to display five distinct eyebrow shapes.
- An online survey presented panels of images, with participants ranking eyebrow shapes by attractiveness.
Main Results:
- The Anastasia eyebrow shape was generally preferred by survey responders.
- Preference strength varied, being more pronounced when evaluating female subjects than male subjects.
- Preferences were not uniform across all demographic subgroups.
Conclusions:
- An arched brow shape, exemplified by the Anastasia style, emerged as the most favored.
- The study acknowledges limitations including its survey methodology, underrepresentation of Black participants, and data categorization.
- Individualized assessment of eyebrow shape preference during cosmetic consultations is recommended.
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