Is there anyway I can grow my eyebrows without surgery? They were very thin since I was born. Using oil doesn't work. (photo)

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Sanusi Umar, MD · Answer

Since your genes are at work in producing thin eyebrow hair, your hair follicles will continue to create soft, thin hair. Oil, or any type of externally applied product will not be able to change your genetics to create thicker hair. With surgery, however, it is possible to transplant hair from the nape or other part of your body to improve your hair density. I have included a link below with more information on this.  If these procedure is not something you wish to consider at the moment, perhaps you can use colored brow hair gel (which uses a mascara-like wand) in the meantime.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You can't grow your eyebrows without surgery.  Maybe Rogaine or Latisse but that is temporary. If you stop using it, then it will fall out again.

Hannah Vargas, MD · Answer

We have had great success with Latisse in our clinic if you have hair there.  If there is no hair then there are probably no viable follicles to stimulate.  A hair transplant would then be necessary.  One problem with the topical products is that their effect is temporary requiring continued treatment going forward.  You could also try the Latisse to make sure that you like the result before a transplant as well.  Good luck!

Alfonso Gonzalez Cepeda, MD · Answer

Yes you grow your eyebrows without surgery. There are special home treatments such as Latissee or Revitalash that is used not only to help eyelashes grow longer and thicker but it can also be used to help eyebrows to grow thicker and darker as well. You need to be dedicated when using the treatment. It needs to be applied every night before bed for at least 4 months. This is the a very alternative to surgery. With patience and dedication, you can begin to see good results in about 2 months. Good luck!!!

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

There are two non surgical options - minoxidil (Rogaine) and bimatoprost (latisse). These are topical options and can help a proportion of individuals improve their eyebrow density.

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Is there anyway I can grow my eyebrows without surgery? They were very thin since I was born. Using oil doesn't work. (photo)

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