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Lady Gaga's Eyebrow Evolution: From barely there to bold and beyond

Her brows have undergone serious transformations, proving that she's just as fearless with her beauty looks as with her art


Senior Writer
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 2:11 PM EST

Lady Gaga has never been one to play it safe, whether in music, fashion, or, yes, even her eyebrows. Over the years, her brows have undergone serious transformations, proving that she's just as fearless with her beauty looks as with her art.

After the Super Bowl LIX, Lady Gaga's eyebrows sparked interest among viewers, and now we know why. But before we dive into the singer's latest beauty look, let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit the most iconic (and sometimes eyebrow-raising) moments in Gaga's brow history. 

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The Thin Brow Era

When Gaga burst onto the scene with "The Fame," her brows were almost nonexistent. She kept them super thin, barely there, and sometimes even bleached to match her hair color. It was the height of the poker face era, where her makeup was more about bold eyeliner and platinum wigs than defined arches. The look gave her an edgy, futuristic vibe perfect for the disco stick-wielding pop star taking over the world.  

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The Experimental Phase

During "Born This Way" and "ARTPOP," Gaga treated her brows like an extension of her performance art. One day they were bleached, the next they were drawn on in unexpected shapes. At one point, she even rocked completely shaved brows, leaving room for intricate designs or graphic lines. It was peak avant-garde Gaga, where rules didn't exist.  

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The Bold and Defined Years

As "Cheek to Cheek" and "Joanne" rolled in, so did fuller, more natural browsShe went from wild artistic statements to a more classic, structured shape, often with a warm brown hue to match her natural hair. The softer look added a new level of elegance, especially during her "A Star Is Born" press run when she leaned into Old Hollywood glam.  

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The Bleached Brows Return

Just when we thought Gaga was sticking to the natural route, she brought back her love for bleached brows during the "Chromatica" era. The look gave her an otherworldly aesthetic, perfect for the neon-drenched cyberpunk world she created. Whether on stage, at the Met Gala, or in high-fashion campaigns, she made the case for barely-there brows all over again.

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The Present: Invisible Eyebrows

Lately, Gaga has settled into a look that feels like the early days of her career. Although her brows seemed full and sculpted, she still played with color and texture depending on the vibe. Her latest eyebrow look features a bleached effect, giving a striking and ethereal appearance. The brows are almost invisible, blending seamlessly with the skin, which creates a futuristic, otherworldly vibe. 

This style enhances the contrast between the dark hair and soft facial features, allowing the eyes and bold makeup to take center stage. It's a popular choice in high-fashion and avant-garde beauty trends, often seen on runways and editorial shoots.

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