Whether it’s a shaving slip, a heavy-handed plucking session, or a side effect of a medical condition or treatment, losing your eyebrows can feel like a big deal. And hey, we get it: brows frame your face, express your mood, and help you feel like you. The good news? There are ways to regrow eyebrows back to their full glory — and we’re here to guide you through it with expert-backed tips to grow your brows fuller and better than ever.
We’ll cover:
- Eyebrow regrowth dos and don’ts
- The stages of hair growth
- How long it takes for eyebrows to grow back
- 7 steps to help regrow eyebrows
First: Can eyebrows grow back? Yes — and here’s how
Deep breath — yes, your eyebrows can grow back, and they are not a total loss! Just like other hair on your body, your eyebrows will naturally regrow over time — but sometimes you need them to grow back, like, yesterday. If you’re wondering how to make your eyebrows grow faster (without falling for beauty myths or miracle claims), these expert tips are a great place to start.
The stages of hair growth — what you need to know for eyebrow regrowth
Before we get too deep, let’s set the stage. To understand how to grow eyebrows back, it helps to know the four phases of the hair growth cycle:
- Anagen phase (growth): This phase (the longest phase) is when hair growth occurs. Your eyebrow hairs grow about 0.16 millimeters per day.
- Catagen phase (transition): Hair growth begins to slow down.
- Telogen phase (resting): During this phase, hair doesn’t actively grow.
- Exogen phase (shedding): The exogen phase is when hair naturally sheds, allowing for new growth to come in.
The entire process can take a few weeks (or even months in some cases).
How to regrow eyebrows: 7 steps
Here are seven practical ways to promote eyebrow regrowth and get back to glowing.
1. Hit pause on plucking and track your progress
And by that we mean: Don’t wax or pluck any part of your eyebrows while they are growing back in. Removing hairs at different phases of the growth cycle can lead to uneven brows and poor waxing results because it’s harder for the wax to grab onto short hairs that haven’t grown in fully.
Pro tip: Take a close-up photo of your brows at the start of your regrowth journey. Compare it to a new photo after two weeks to see how much progress you’ve made. This small step can help you stay patient and avoid the urge to overcorrect mid-growth.
2. Embrace oils and serums
Certain hair and skin products can help your eyebrows grow back faster — and may even prevent hair loss. Look for gentle oils, serums, and ingredients like:
- Castor oil
- Coconut oil
- Jojoba oil
- Peptides
- Biotin
- Panthenol
Not sure where to look or what to try? Ask a medical professional or consult your Cerologist — or pick up a tube of our much-loved Kelley Baker Brows Peptide Brow + Lash Serum.
3. Eat a balanced, protein-rich diet
You already know protein plays a key role in muscle recovery. But did you know that eating a protein-rich diet could support eyebrow regrowth? It’s true — protein provides the building blocks your body needs to regrow hair. Try to incorporate these lean protein sources into your diet:
- Chicken
- Fish
- Beans and legumes
- Tofu
- Nuts
- Seeds
Other healthy foods that support hair nutrition and growth include whole grains, leafy greens, fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C, and foods high in omega-3 fatty acids (for example: almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, salmon, and canola oil).
4. Massage your eyebrows
Eyebrow massage is an often-suggested method for stimulating eyebrow regrowth. While there isn’t much evidence that massage leads to hair growth — especially in the eyebrows — one 2016 study did indicate that regular scalp massages helped hair grow thicker. Either way, take this as your sign to have a self-care moment! It could help your brows grow back fuller.
5. Exfoliate your skin
As if you needed another reason to exfoliate regularly, some evidence suggests that exfoliation can stimulate circulation and blood flow, promoting more hair growth. Regular exfoliation also sloughs away dead skin to make way for new growth — and fresh, clean skin makes products like oils and serums more effective.
6. Stress can slow regrowth, so make time to unwind
You don’t need an excuse to pause and take time for yourself, but if you want one — here it is! Hair loss is a common side effect of stress, and high levels of stress can also slow hair growth. Even if you have a busy schedule, setting aside time to relax can support your hair regrowth (and overall health). Here are some of our favorite self-care activities:
- Take a walk
- Read a book
- Listen to your favorite album
- Take a candle-lit bath
- Try a new body scrub in the shower
- Drink a cup of tea
- Journal for 10 minutes
7. Leave it to the pros
If your brows aren’t bouncing back the way you hoped, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out solo. Beauty professionals (like our expert Cerologists, aka brow and waxing specialists) have seen a thing or two — including many uneven and overplucked brows. When in doubt, ask your Cerologist how to grow eyebrows back. They can provide personalized recommendations for the best products and hair regrowth methods so you can get back to showing off your wow-worthy brows in no time.
Recap: Eyebrow regrowth dos and don’ts
Learning how to regrow eyebrows can feel daunting — but here are some quick pointers and reminders to keep you on track and simplify the process.
- Don’t: Panic. Remember that it’s just hair, and there’s so much more to love about you!
- Do: Be patient. Most eyebrows begin to regrow within two to four weeks, though full results may take more time, depending on your hair cycle and the cause of the loss.
- Don’t: Wax, pluck, or thread more hairs away. It may be tempting to even out your brows, but removing more hair can make the regrowth process longer.
- Do: Fill in with makeup. Your eyebrow pencil is your new best friend — makeup can create the illusion of fuller, thicker brows.
- Don’t: Use harsh products. Many beauty products make big promises but contain ingredients (like sulfates, silicones, alcohol, and artificial fragrances) that can be harmful to your hair and skin in the long run.
- Do: Be gentle with your skin and brows. Stick to gentle products with natural ingredients like coconut oil or Vitamin E.
How long does it take for eyebrows to grow back?
The million-dollar question. Depending on the cause (and extent) of your hair loss, eyebrow regrowth can take anywhere from two weeks to several months.
If you overplucked your brows, expect to see regrowth in two to four weeks if you follow the guidelines above. For other causes, like certain medical conditions, regrowth may take more time and require concentrated treatments.
What if eyebrow regrowth isn’t happening?
If it feels like you’re doing everything you can to grow your eyebrows back and you’re not seeing results after several weeks, consult a medical professional like a dermatologist or primary care provider. In some cases, eyebrow hair loss could be a sign of underlying conditions. Your brows deserve the full picture, and your peace of mind does too.
Trying to regrow eyebrows? Start here
No matter where you’re at in your brow journey — from wondering how to regrow eyebrows to finding the best brow shape for your face — our expert Cerologists are here to help with custom wax formulas, next-level comfort and service, and personalized product recommendations. With time (and a little patience), there’ll be no topping your brow game.
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