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From ultra-thin to bold andbushy, eyebrow trends come and go.

Keep reading to learn all about the different types of eyebrows and what they say about your personality.

Meet the Experts

Jean Haneris a facial reader and the author ofThe Wisdom of Your Face.

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What Is Physiognomy?

Physiognomy is a traditional principle that analyzes the personality of others based on the intricacies of their physical appearance.

They’re not impulsive," she explains.

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Peaked Eyebrows

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The main qualities of those sporting a peaked brow?

Ahigh archand rash decision making go hand in hand, according to Haner.

“People with peaked eyebrows make decisions based on their emotionsand they make them quickly.

Natalie Portman with square brow shape and sapphire necklace attends the “The Zone Of Interest” red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals

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“They can struggle with decisions because in their mind, there’s only one right decision.

They can be self-critical and worry about making the wrong decision, and can be hard on themselves.”

“People with short eyebrows don’t like to deal with drama.

Lauren London with peaked eyebrows, mermaid hair, and pink dress attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Netflix’s “You People”

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“They’re very logical people and tend to be kind of linear in how they do things.

They also like to be physically active.”

Or, if you just have naturally thin eyebrows, you generally have low confidence.

Olivia Wilde with queen’s eyebrows and blonde hair attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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But the good side is you’re not pushy or overly aggressive,” Haner explains.

“If you’re born with an angle naturally, that’s fine.

While the front may be more boxy, there’ll be gradual thinning as you reach the ends.

Penelope Cruz with long eyebrows, caramel highlights, and blue tweed suit attends the Chanel Womenswear Fall Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week

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Looking for some lift and length?

This is the perfect eyebrow shape, as it gives the illusion of a longer, fuller brow.

The middle area is to be left untouched to create that dipped-down “S” shape.

Anika Noni Rose with short eyebrows, half-up hairstyle and red lipstick attends 2023 WIF (Women In Film) Oscar Party

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Cara Delevingne with thick eyebrows and braided hair attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

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Sanaa Lathan with thin eyebrows and wavy lob attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

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Sienna Miller with diagonal eyebrows and sequin dress attends the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

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Kim Kardashian with blonde hair and tapered eyebrows attends the CFDA Fashion Awards

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Emily Blunt with blonde waves and s-shaped eyebrows attends the “The English” Special Screening

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Javicia Leslie with high arched brows attends 2022 Outfest Legacy Awards Gala

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