Eyebrows typically take about 2 to 3 months to fully grow back after being removed or lost, assuming the hair follicles are healthy and undamaged. New hair can start to appear within 2 to 3 weeks, but it generally takes a couple of months for the hairs to reach their full length and for the eyebrows to look fully regrown
. The eyebrow hair growth cycle consists of three phases:
- Anagen (growth phase): Lasts about 30 to 45 days for eyebrows, during which hair actively grows.
- Catagen (transition phase): Lasts around 2 to 3 weeks, where hair growth slows and follicles shrink.
- Telogen (resting phase): Lasts 2 to 4 months, when hair rests and eventually sheds to make way for new growth
Because the anagen phase for eyebrows is much shorter than for scalp hair, eyebrow hairs grow more slowly and take longer to fully regrow
. If the hair follicles are damaged (due to over-plucking, trauma, or medical conditions), regrowth may be slower or incomplete. In such cases, treatments like minoxidil or cosmetic options (tinting, microshading) may be considered
. In summary:
- Visible regrowth starts in 2-3 weeks.
- Full regrowth usually takes 2-3 months.
- In some cases, it can take up to 4-6 months depending on individual factors and follicle health
Patience and proper care during this time are important to support healthy eyebrow regrowth.
