5 Celebs Who Embrace The Bushy Brow Trend & Look Chic Doing It

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Just as makeup trends have drastically changed from 2015 to 2025, eyebrows are subject to ever-evolving fads and social norms. Sculpted, bold brows dominated the 2010s before a more natural look took hold of the early 2020s, with feathered arches being the key to trendy minimalist makeup. Now, bold, full eyebrows are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, with a number of bushy-browed celebs, such as Lily Collins and Sofia Vergara, serving as effortlessly chic inspiration.

Women spoke exclusively to celebrity makeup artist Caroline Hernandez to get the low-down on the rising fad, with the MUA connecting the full brow look to the prevalence of anti-aging makeup and beauty trends. "Fuller brows are often associated with youthfulness," she explained. "As we age our brows often become thinner and more sparse." The eyebrows also notably impact overall appearance, with Hernandez adding, "Well groomed brows can often contribute to a more confident and polished appearance." While chic celebs provide bushy brow inspiration, Hernandez has all the pointers on recreating the trend.

Brooke Shields is a great example of a celeb embracing the bushy brow trend, with Caroline Hernandez explaining that the model and actor has long been associated with the look. "In fashion, Brooke Shields was often used as a reference when describing this type of brow," she exclusively told Women. "A thicker, denser, and almost boyish brow came to mind, and it could sometimes be the absolute focus of a whole look."

Though Shields first became known for her full brows as a child actor, the thick appearance has remained a staple of her look well into adulthood. The "Suddenly Susan" star collaborated with Allure to discuss her hair care line and show-off her quick makeup routine, revealing that she regularly uses Grande Cosmetics Lash Enhancing Serum. "I kinda use it to sort of position up the brows a little bit and it's a serum that helps them grow," she explained. While Shields's use of the product is a little unconventional, Hernandez recommends eyebrow serums to those trying to grow out their brows, an essential part of achieving the bushy appearance.

Cara Delevingne is another Hollywood figure known for bold, bushy brows, with the model rising to fame in the early 2010s after signing with Storm Model management in 2009. "When Cara Delevingne emerged into the fashion world, her brows had the exact same visualisation when mentioned," Caroline Hernandez told us, comparing her look to Brooke Shields's. "Cara's brows also seemed to be a driving force of bringing these brows back into fashion, the opposite of the thinner eyebrows that were in fashion before that."

Delevingne, one of the celebs to clap back at demands they label their sexuality, has provided some insight into her brow routine. "I'm a slut for brow gels. The Infallible Brow Gel is my favourite," she told Elle, referring to L'Oreal Paris Infallible Up To 24H Wear Eyebrow Gel. "It kind of just always makes them look like they're laminated, which is cool. Paired with a red lipstick, you don't need anything else." While Delevigne was first an eyebrow icon in the 2010s, her fluffy look remains inspiration-worthy today.

Next, Lily Collins and her iconic eyebrows are great muse for bushy brow aspirants. While the "Emily in Paris" star is known for her thick, well-shaped arches, she's made the common mistake of over-plucking in the past. "I remember going to dinner that night with my mom, being very proud, actually, [of] what I had done," Collins told Vogue. "And she stared at me and she was just like, 'What have you done? They may never grow back.' And so from that day forward, I've been way more vigilant on not over-plucking."

If you want to achieve the bushy look, Caroline Hernandez similarly emphasizes the importance of letting your brows grow out and grooming based on the natural shape. "Use a good pair of tweezers and take one hair at a time to avoid over plucking," she advises, recommending the Midnight Sky Slant Tweezers from Tweezerman. "Concentrate on removing the stray hairs only, not on creating a new shape." If you've made the mistake of thinning out your arches like Collins, rest assured that there are recommended methods for regrowing over-plucked brows, such as ensuring you have a vitamin-rich diet and using follicle-stimulating oils.

We're also huge fans of Janelle Monáe's thick brows, with the actor and musical artist often sporting a groomed and slightly feathered look. An example of this comes 2024 Fashion Trust U.S. Awards, with the nonbinary star wearing a flared Sergio Hudson suit in a striking red color for the style-centered event. They paired their thick, feathery brows with dramatic winged eyeliner and a two-toned lip effect. While we don't know the details of Monáe's beauty regiment, Caroline Hernandez does have a few pointers on incorporating the thick-brow look into your makeup routine.

"If there are some sparse areas, add some color to fill this in," she suggests, highlighting the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo as a personal favorite product. "I prefer to use the lighter shade near the beginnings of the brows and the deeper shade around the arch to create definition." The celebrity makeup artist recommends using a brow pen like the NYX's Lift & Snatch! Eyebrow Pen to add dimension and texture to the brow. "Use a shade lighter than your natural shade and use small quick movements to keep the lines light and realistic," she adds.

Sofia Vergara is another celebrity serving beauty goals, with her thick and fluffy brows being a staple of her bombshell look. According to the actor and media personality, she fortunately skipped the overplucking phase and has long embraced the full look. "One of my favorite things that I've always had has been my eyebrows," she said on the Fat Mascara podcast. "I've never really messed with them, like plucked them, nothing." Vergara, who's made candid comments about aging, revealed that her brows have thinned with age, so she uses Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil to fill them in a bit.

As recommended by Caroline Hernandez, brow gel is also a great tool for achieving the bushy brow appearance. "Use a brow gel to keep them in place for a really groomed and polished look," the makeup artist told Women. "Use clear if you are happy with the way your brows are naturally, or use a tinted brow gel if you want to add depth, lighten them up a little, or even hide any greys."

Hernandez highlights Benefit's 24-Hour Brow Setter as a great option for bushy brow aspirants. Similarly, makeup artist Sabrina Bedrani used Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze's Gel to achieve Vergara's striking beauty look for the 2025 Golden Globes, with the former "Modern Family" star wearing a shimmery Georges Chakra gown to the event. Overall, these expert-backed tips combined with chic celebrity inspiration are everything you need to embrace the bushy brow trend yourself.