Skinny brows are back — and BLACKPINK’s Rosé is already on trend

Rosé of BLACKPINK highlights a sleek look with her skinny brow style. Captured from Rosé's social media

The skinny brow trend that once dominated the 1990s is making a strong comeback, with stars like BLACKPINK’s Rosé leading the way. Paired with a modern twist and the edgy flair of Gen Z style, these slim, feminine eyebrows are quickly regaining popularity across the beauty world.

Skinny brows — characterized by their narrow, defined shape — have been spotted on international celebrities, signaling the return of the Y2K-inspired look. While thicker brows are often associated with youthfulness, thinner and elongated eyebrows create a more elegant and sultry impression.

The trend’s resurgence also ties in with the continued appeal of the Y2K aesthetic among younger generations. Experts expect skinny brows to gain even more traction as they evolve with contemporary beauty sensibilities.

Rosé of BLACKPINK slims and bleaches her brows to match her lightened hair, completing a refined skinny brow look. Captured from Rosé's social media

Rosé, known for her fashion-forward style, exemplifies the new wave of skinny brows. She has not only refined the shape of her brows to a slim silhouette but also bleached them to match her lightened hair, resulting in a softer and trendier look that balances chic and approachable.

Those looking to try skinny brows have several options. While plucking is common, over-tweezing can damage the hair follicle. Instead, experts recommend using brow razors to achieve the shape with less risk. For a more subtle transformation, bleaching can reduce the visual density of brows, or concealer and powder can be applied to mask natural thickness before drawing in a sleeker shape.

Extreme skinny brows as seen on some global celebrities may not suit everyday wear, but Rosé offers a more wearable version that blends seamlessly into daily makeup routines. With a lighter touch and the right styling, skinny brows can elevate one’s look with an effortlessly cool edge.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.