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  • Question
    Should guys do their eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Expert Answer
    You can, or you can ask a hair dresser for help. In fact, many hair dressers will trim a man's eyebrows for him as part of a haircut. If you'd like your stylist or barber to do this, just ask.
  • Question
    How do you trim your eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Use a Spoolie brush (or a clean mascara wand) to brush them gently up. Then, trim away any long strays staying about 1/8" above the the length of the other hairs. Then brush the hairs straight down and repeat.
  • Question
    Do guys get their eyebrows done?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Some guys do, but they get less hair removed, usually just the hairs between the brows and any strays on the forehead are tweezed or waxed. Trimming however is a must for most men; I include it with every man's haircut.
  • Question
    How do I make my eyebrows thinner?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Trimming will reduce the density somewhat, but thick brows are great and very in style. You can also lighten the color of your brows to make them look less intense.
  • Question
    How do you groom your eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Tweeze stray hairs, trim any long pieces, and use a Spoolie brush and gel to sculpt.
  • Question
    Can I remove the upper part with Gillette?
    Community Answer
    I would not recommend using a razor for brows. Either go get them waxed or tweeze them at home.
  • Question
    What type of electric trimmer should I choose for shaping my eyebrows? I'm male.
    Cecilia Flores
    Top Answerer
    Target carries a small electric razor that costs around $20 that's perfect for both male and female.
  • Question
    Should I trim my eyebrows to 1/2" or a 1/4"?
    Community Answer
    You should trim them no shorter than 1/2".
  • Question
    How long does it take eyebrows to grow back in?
    Community Answer
    You can see regrowth anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. It depends on how often you groom and what techniques you use. If there isn't much progress after a few weeks, you can try coconut oil or castor oil to help with the process.
  • Question
    How do I slit my eyebrow?
    Community Answer
    I don't recommend you do it at home, as you are working with a razor which is very near to your eye. Seek some professional help.
  • Question
    Will it grow back thicker?
    Community Answer
    The end of the hair will look thicker than it originally did since you trimmed off the original tapered end, which won't grow back (the hair grows from the bottom, not the top). But you can always retrim it as needed.
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    After shaping, how often do I have to repeat the treatment?
    Community Answer
    Every 1-3 months, depending on how fast they grow.
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    How short should the eyebrow be cut?
    Community Answer
    Try 1/2 inch. You can always re-evaluate and go shorter if you decide that looks better.
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