Pupil-to-brow distance
Pupil-to-brow distance describes how high the lower brow sits above the eye. A smaller distance gives a compact brow–eye relationship; a larger distance opens more space above the pupil.
12.79 mm
Pupil-to-brow distance
the average vertical distance from the pupils to the lower brows.
The lines mark pupil-to-brow distance.
Smaller and larger gaps
Compare lower and higher values with the original portrait in the centre.
Same model, lower and higher values
Brow shape
Lower brows bring the brow and eye into a closer visual grouping. Higher brows leave more separation and can make the eye region look more open. This measurement starts at the pupil, so its value is larger than the gap measured upward from the upper eyelid margin.
The surrounding eye region
Brow thickness changes the lower edge without necessarily moving the upper peak. Eye opening height also changes the space between the brow and upper eyelid at a fixed pupil-to-brow distance.
Male-model reference and app range
The male-model paper describes a low brow position with approximately 8.2 mm of vertical separation from the midpupil to the lower brow. Glowometry uses an 8–12 mm reference interval; the study did not establish those limits.
The study describes a selected group of male models, rather than testing which value maximises attractiveness.
Measurement endpoints
Measure vertically from each pupil centre to the lower edge of the brow.
Reading your result
A lower result places the brow closer to the pupil; a higher result places it farther above the pupil. The reference interval is 8–12 mm.
Inspect both sides as well as the average. A similar combined value can come from matching brows or from different left and right measurements.
How we measure it
The vertical separation between the pupil centre and the lower brow contour.
- 1
Measure vertically from each pupil centre to the lower edge of the brow.
- 2
Measure both brows separately, then average the results. Millimetre values are estimates from the photograph.
Getting a clear photograph
- Raising or frowning the brows moves their contours. Keep the forehead relaxed.
- Face the camera directly with naturally open eyes. Head turn can distort brow width and height.
- Grooming, sparse tails and shadows can make the brow edge difficult to see.
Check the marked points
- Check that inner endpoints and tails sit on the intended visible brow borders.
- Check the upper contour and selected peak where the guide uses them.
- Confirm that the pupil centres are placed consistently, then inspect each side’s lines.
Measure your pupil-to-brow distance
Upload a front-facing photograph to see your result and review the marked points.
Sources
- 1 The Male Eyebrow and Eyelid: An Anthropometric Analysis of White Professional Models
Describes brow dimensions, arch and position in 300 White professional male models.
- 2 Glowometry front-view measurement protocol
Explains the app’s landmark conventions and selected reference bands.
Related guides
Brow length
The full horizontal span of each eyebrow, from its inner edge to its tail.
Brow arch angle
The interior angle where the inner and outer sections of the brow meet at its peak.
Brow peak position ratio
Where the highest point of the brow falls along its full horizontal length.
Pupil-to-brow peak distance
The vertical height of the upper brow peak above the pupil centre.