20th Anniversary Eyebrow Pencil: Blink Brow Bar x Ahluwalia

October 01, 2024

20th Anniversary Eyebrow Pencil: Blink Brow Bar x Ahluwalia

Great brows don’t happen by accident - learn how to find the shape that flatters your face best, with expert advice (and a few insider secrets) from the original Brow Experts.

WRITTEN BY OUR GLOBAL BROW STYLIST, JAIMINEEY PATEL

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

If there’s one thing we know at BBB London it’s that when it comes to eyebrows, there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’. We believe no brow shape should start without bespoke, personalised brow mapping, tailored to your unique face shape, and style.


If you’ve ever wondered how to draw eyebrows that actually flatter your face, 'which brow shape works best for you', or 'where brows should start and end' you’re exactly where you need to be. (Spoiler: They definitely shouldn’t start halfway across your forehead.)


Let’s find your perfect match – broken down by different face shapes, with insider tips from our in-house Brow Experts, from the UK’s original brow specialists.

Why Brow shape really matters

The Right Shape Changes Everything

Brows are the ultimate finishing touch to any and every look – think of them like a frame around a masterpiece of art.

Get them right, everything falls perfectly into place. Get them wrong, and, well, that’s why we’re here.



The right brow shape can:

  • Lift and define your features

  • Create balance and symmetry

  • Make eyes look brighter and more awake

  • Slim and elongate the face

  • Enhance your natural beauty (no heavy contour required)


At BBB London, we treat brow shaping like the art form it is - balancing precision, proportion, and years of expertise.

(Curious about the latest trends too? Our 2025 Brow Trends Guide is the ultimate recap to stay on top of the hottest trends to keep an eye on this year.)

Best Brow Shape for Round Faces - Selena Gomez - BBB London Credit Allure

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

Shape #1: Round Faces

(Think Selena Gomez, Chrissy Teigen)



Your Goal:
Create structure and a little more vertical lift.


Your Best Brow Shape:
High-arched, lifted brows.


Brow Tips for Round Faces:

  • Keep the arch clean and slightly higher than your natural shape.

  • Extend the tail outward to balance out the roundness.

  • Steer clear of rounded brows — they’ll only make your face look even softer.


BBB Tip:

A subtle, angular lift (nothing too severe) can work wonders.

Our Brow Shape treatment is perfect for creating a naturally lifted look without harsh lines.


Not sure where to start? Let our Global Brow Expert, Jaimineey Patel, guide you.


Jaimineey’s personalised consultation includes expert brow threading, our Signature Brow Pinching Massage (to stimulate circulation and promote healthy brow growth), and a bespoke product masterclass — teaching you exactly how to shape, style, and maintain your brows to achieve your personal brow goals.

Best Brow Shape for Oval Shaped Faces - Beyonce - BBB London

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

Shape #2: Oval Faces

(Think Beyoncé, Jessica Alba)


Your Goal: Embody your natural symmetry and enhance what you already have

Your Best Brow Shape: Softly arched brows.


Brow Tips for Oval Faces:

  • Oval faces are beautifully balanced, so you don't need to manipulate much.

  • A soft, gradual arch highlights your natural
    proportions without overwhelming your features.

  • Stick with a medium brow thickness — not too skinny, not too bold.

  • Avoid dramatic shapes that could throw off your natural balance.


BBB Tip:


A few swipes of our Clear Brow Gloss, voted Harper’s Bazaar’s Best Brow Gel 2024, is the perfect finishing touch to lift & set brows into place for 15hrs+ for an oval face shape.

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

Shape #3: Square Faces

(Think Keira Knightley, Olivia Wilde)


Your goal: Soften strong, angular features.

Your best brow shape: A softly curved brow that gently frames the face without adding more angles.



Brow Tips for Square Faces

  • Aim for a soft, lifted arch — nothing sharp or overly dramatic.

  • Rounded brows balance out a square jaw beautifully.

  • Full brows work, but avoid making them too heavy or blocky.


BBB Tip:


Finding the perfect brow texture for a square face can be tricky – too heavy and it hardens your features; too soft, and it loses impact.

But when you get it right, your brows bring instant balance and elevation to your entire face. Luckily, our Tinted Brow Gel is designed to do exactly that.

It delivers natural fullness, softens strong features all whilst holding your brows perfectly in place all day long – no crunch, no stiffness.

Infused with aloe vera, nettle protein and vitamin B5, this nourishing formula conditions whilst it shapes, keeping your brows perfect for longer.


Lightweight, long-lasting, and easy to apply in seconds — it’s the secret to brows that look effortless, but expertly finished.

Best Brow Shape - Heart-Shape Face - Scarlett Johansson - BBB London

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

Shape #4: Heart-Shaped Faces

(Think Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson)


Your goal:
Balance a wider forehead and a narrower chin.


Your best brow shape:
Full, feathery brows with a soft arch.


Brow Tips for Heart-Shaped Faces

  • Keep the arch low to medium — nothing too high.

  • Fuller textures help balance a narrower chin.

  • Keep things soft and fluffy rather than sharp or structured.


BBB Tip:


Our cult-classic Brow Lamination treatment creates lightweight volume that feels natural, not overdone — perfect for heart-shaped faces.

Best Brow Shape for Long Shaped Faces - Sarah Jessica Parker, Sex and The City - BBB London

The Best Brow Shape For Every Face Shape

Shape #4: Long/Rectangular Faces

(Think Sarah Jessica Parker, Liv Tyler)


Your goal:
Create the illusion of width and shorten the face visually.


Your best brow shape:
A straight or very gently arched brow that leads the eye horizontally.


Brow Tips for Long/Rectangular Faces:

  • Keep your brow line as straight as possible without looking heavy.

  • Extend the tails slightly outward, toward the temples.

  • Avoid high arches, which only lengthen the face further.


BBB Tip:


Use our Ultra Slim Brow Definer to softly define with precise, hair-like strokes without creating harsh angles – think clean, minimalist structure.