Should I wait until my eyebrows stop falling out to consider an eyebrow transplant?

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Only my eyebrows began falling out two weeks after using it .03 retinol once a day. My eyebrows have been falling out for four months now and doctors can find out why after doing bloodwork and are only suggesting Rogaine. I’m not sure if I’m having a telogen effluvium but it seems like my eyebrows will never stop falling out and I don’t see any regrowth. Is it worth considering an eyebrow transplant? Can the transplant hairs fall out if my real eyebrows keep falling?

Marco Barusco, MD · Answer

Hello,

I’m sorry to hear about your experience—it sounds very frustrating. Retinol use isn’t typically associated with long-term hair loss, but it’s possible that your eyebrows are experiencing telogen effluvium (TE), a temporary shedding often triggered by stress, medication, or other changes. If the underlying cause isn’t addressed, regrowth can take time, which is why consulting with a dermatologist or hair restoration specialist for further evaluation is important.

An eyebrow transplant can be a solution if the hair loss becomes permanent, but it’s crucial to first stabilize any active shedding. Transplanted hairs are taken from a different area of the body (usually the scalp) and are not affected by the same conditions that may be causing your natural eyebrows to fall out. However, if there’s ongoing inflammation or an unresolved issue, it could affect the transplanted hairs.

It’s worth discussing this further with a specialist who can assess your situation and create a personalized treatment plan before moving forward with a transplant.

Best regards,
Dr. Marco Barusco

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