When it comes to custom brow styles, one size definitely does not fit all.
The perfect brow should be customized to complement your unique facial features – and you might be surprised to learn that shape plays a pretty important role in determining which eyebrow style will best enhance your natural beauty!
But how do you know for sure which brow shape is right for you? And how do our experts at DFW Microblading make sure to get your results just right?
Yeah – Face Shape Matters in Microblading
Before we jump into the specifics of face shape and brows, you’ll want to know why face shape matters so much when designing the perfect brows.
Eyebrows do way more than just protect your eyes – they’re actually one of the most powerful facial features you have! Not only do they give shape to yoru face, eyebrows can:
- Balance your facial proportions
- Draw attention to your best features
- Create the illusion of different face shapes
- Add symmetry and harmony to your overall look
That’s a lot of heavy lifting for such a small part of your face!
As professional microblading artists, we carefully analyze each client’s unique facial structure before recommending a brow style.
The goal? To create a look that feels both fresh and timeless, enhancing your natural beauty rather than overpowering it.
How Do You Identify Your Face Shape?
Not sure what face shape you have? Here’s a quick guide (but we get way more in the details in your custom brows consultation!):
- Oval: Forehead is slightly wider than the chin, with gentle curves and balanced proportions
- Round: Similar width and length with soft angles and fuller cheeks
- Square: Strong jaw and forehead with similar width and length
- Heart: Wider forehead that narrows to a pointed chin
- Diamond: Narrow forehead and jawline with wider cheekbones
- Rectangle/Oblong: Longer than it is wide with similar width at forehead, cheeks, and jaw
Still not sure? We invite you to schedule time with our team of experts – who will take the time to walk you through our face mapping process and show you how we determine the best type of brows and other treatments for your face shape.
The Perfect Brows for Each Face Shape
Oval Face Shape
Lucky you! Oval faces are considered the most balanced face shape, giving you the flexibility to pull off almost any brow style. However, this doesn’t mean you should skip customization.
Recommended Brow Style
A soft angular brow with a gentle arch positioned just past the middle of the brow. This classic shape enhances the natural balance of oval faces.
Celebrity Examples
Beyoncé, Jessica Alba, and Blake Lively all showcase beautiful brow styles that complement their oval faces.
Round Face Shape
Ignore what you’ve heard about rounded features. Round faces aren’t without their own ability to wow – in fact, they can benefit from brows that add definition and create the illusion of length.
Recommended Brow Style
A high arch with angled brows can add structure and make a round face appear longer. Avoid rounded brows, as they can emphasize the roundness of your face.
Celebrity Examples
Selena Gomez, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Mila Kunis all have brows that beautifully complement their round faces.
Square Face Shape
Square faces have strong jawlines that can be softened with the right brow shape. But even if you love your jawline, your custom brow styling can give even more shape and style to your look.
Recommended Brow Style
Softly rounded brows with a less-defined arch help balance the angular features of a square face. Think gentle curves rather than sharp angles – this will help to give the face a bit more natural structure.
Celebrity Examples
Angelina Jolie, Olivia Wilde, and Keira Knightley showcase how beautiful brows can complement a square face shape.
Heart Face Shape
We love our heart-shaped face friends (and not just because they’re so fun to style!) Heart-shaped faces are wider at the forehead and taper to a narrower chin.
Recommended Brow Style
Soft, rounded brows with a subtle arch help to balance the wider forehead and draw attention to the eyes rather than the narrower chin.
Celebrity Examples
Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, and Zendaya demonstrate beautiful brow styles for heart-shaped faces.
Diamond Face Shape
Diamonds combine some of the features of the square and heart-shaped face – and many have narrow foreheads and jawlines with wider cheekbones.
Recommended Brow Style
Curved brows with a soft arch help to soften angular features and create balance. Slightly rounded shapes work best.
Celebrity Examples
Jennifer Lopez, Vanessa Hudgens, and Ashley Greene showcase flattering brows for diamond face shapes.
Rectangle/Oblong Face Shape
Rectangular faces are longer than they are wide and benefit from brows that create the illusion of width.
Recommended Brow Style
Straight, flat brows with minimal arching help to widen the face visually. A longer tail can also help create the impression of width.
Celebrity Examples
Sarah Jessica Parker, Liv Tyler, and Meryl Streep all have brows that beautifully complement their rectangular face shapes.
Going Beyond Face Shape: Other Considerations for Custom Brows
While face shape is a big part of determining your ideal brow style, it’s not the only consideration. Our microblading specialists look at the whole person in our custom brow consultation and treatments – looking at other elements such as:
- Natural Brow Shape: Working with your natural brow pattern usually yields the most authentic results
- Eye Shape: Did you know that your eye shape influences your ideal brow shape?>
- Personal Style: Your fashion sense and personal preferences matter too!
- Age: Certain brow styles can create a lifting effect that’s flattering as we age
- Hair Color and Skin Tone: These factors influence the ideal shade and intensity for your microbladed brows
Testing Different Brow Shapes Before Committing
Before getting microblading, it’s always wise to experiment with different shapes to find what truly works for you. If you want to have a bit of fun testing out different styles yourself, here’s how you can try-before-you-buy:
- Use an eyebrow pencil to sketch different shapes
- Take photos to compare different styles
- Book a consultation with our microblading specialists for professional guidance
- Try virtual brow mapping technology at our studio
At DFW Microblading, we include a thorough consultation with every microblading service. During this session, we’ll analyze your face shape, discuss your preferences, and recommend the perfect brow style to complement your unique features.
Why Choose DFW Microblading for Your Custom Brows Treatments?
Our microblading specialists are trained not just in technique, but in the artistry of facial aesthetics. We know how subtle differences in brow shape, thickness, and arch position can make big impacts on how your face looks – and how you feel!
Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, we take the time to customize every aspect of your brows to your specific facial structure.
The result? Brows that look naturally perfect—as if you were simply blessed with incredible eyebrows from birth.
Ready to discover the perfect brow shape for your face? Book your free consultation with DFW Microblading today and take the first step toward brows that beautifully frame your unique features.
