A funny face question that makes everyone touch their face. Eyebrows show your feelings. Eyelashes protect your eyes and look nice. Which one would you rather lose?
The case for “Have no eyebrows”
- You could draw new eyebrows every day.
- Your eyes would still be protected.
- You would always look a little surprised.
The case for “Have no eyelashes”
- Your expressions would stay the same.
- Nobody really notices eyelashes anyway.
- Glasses could help keep dust out.
Who picks which side
People who love expressive faces, actors and comedians usually keep their eyebrows. People who think eyelashes are more noticeable tend to keep their eyelashes. Most groups end up touching their faces and making silly expressions, which is exactly why this question is fun.
Our take
No eyelashes. Eyebrows do a lot of work showing feelings, and you would look surprised forever without them. Nobody notices eyelashes as much as they think.
Keep the debate going
Follow-up: show the group your most surprised face.
Make it harder
- No eyebrows, but you can draw new ones every morning.
- No eyelashes, but you must wear goggles outside.
- They grow back in one year.
In one line: Brows or lashes. Find more like it in our funny would you rather questions.
Frequently asked questions
Which one matters more?
Eyebrows show emotions like surprise, anger and worry, which helps people understand you. Eyelashes help protect your eyes from dust.
Is this question okay for kids?
Yes. It is silly and harmless, and kids love trying to make faces without moving their eyebrows.
