Beauty standards are constantly changing. Think back to the Victorian era when ghostly pale skin was all the rage—and now everyone is chasing that tan, bronzy glow.
And in the 16th century, people loved a tall forehead. Women would literally shave their hairline to make that thing look bigger.
These examples are basically ancient history, but we actually don’t have to go back more than a couple of decades to see modern beauty trends change. Think about eyebrows!
Today, everyone is looking for thick, feathered, all-natural brows like Cara Delevingne and Emilia Clarke. But in the early 2000s, we were plucking those arches into oblivion for pencil-thin brows.
Now? A lot of people are trying to grow them back—and realizing it’s not always that simple. Years of overplucking can mess with your natural growth cycle, leaving brows super thin and patchy.
If that’s you, we see you. A lot of us had Y2K brow blindness! And if that’s not you, and your brows are just naturally sparse, you’re still probably trying to get that fuller, fluffier look.
Either way, the goal is the same: grow thicker, healthier-looking brows. And while it might take some patience, there are ways to support growth and make the most of what you’ve got.
Need help? Here’s how to get full, face-framing brows:
How Do I Grow My Eyebrows Thicker and Fuller?
Getting thicker eyebrows usually comes down to two things. 1) Protecting the hair that’s already there, and 2) encouraging your brow’s natural growth cycle.
Thankfully, there are plenty of small changes you can make to your daily hair and skincare routine. And, even better, they actually make a difference!
Lauryn and Michael actually discuss these habit improvements on the episode of The Bossticks called “Lindsay Merrell - Brows, Injectables, and Eyelash Extensions 101.” It’s definitely worth a listen if you want the full deep dive.
In this post, we’ll pull out the key takeaways from that conversation and add a few of our own go-to beauty hacks to help you reach your brow goals. Let’s get into it!
Why Are Eyebrows Thinning?
There are lots of reasons you could be experiencing brow hair loss. And, no, not all of them have to do with an Xtina obsession circa 2002. (Even if that was the cause, you’re still beautiful in every single way.)
Here are some other factors that could lead to eyebrow thinning:
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Overplucking trends from past decades
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Hormonal changes
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Aging and slower hair production
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Harsh skincare products
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Nutrient deficiencies
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Stress and high cortisol levels
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Medical conditions (like thyroid disorders or alopecia)
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Certain medications
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Excessive grooming or friction (rubbing, waxing, threading)
Can You Grow Your Eyebrows Thicker?
Yes! Fortunately, things like overplucking and stress don’t usually cause permanent damage to hair follicles. That means, with the right care and patience, you can get eyebrows to grow full again.
However, you won’t get results overnight. Eyebrows have natural growth cycles like your head hair, so it can take a few weeks or months to notice any changes.
There are still effective methods you can use, though, and they include:
What Can Make Eyebrows Thicker?
Use growth-supporting products like brow serums.
Using strategic skincare products is one of the best ways to make your eyebrows healthier and thicker. You need a formula that will encourage healthy growth—like a peptide serum!
Peptides are amino acids that signal to your hair follicles to stay in the growth phase of their cycle for longer periods. This means less shedding and more time for hair to grow!
For a deeper dive, read “What Are Peptides Used For?” And, if you need brand recs, you can’t go wrong with The Skinny Confidential Brow Peptides! Clean, non-toxic, and made with keratin-rich peptides, it sculpts, styles, and strengthens growth.
Strengthen your existing brow hairs to prevent breakage.
Getting thicker brows isn’t just about triggering new growth. It’s also about strengthening the hairs that are already there.
To keep them healthy, condition them with a small amount of castor oil, aloe vera, or coconut oil every day. You can also use a soft spoolie to gently brush your brows into place. This helps distribute natural oils and keeps hair from becoming dry and brittle.
These natural remedies are great for preventing breakage and keeping your hair super healthy. And if you’d rather not buy peptide serum and a conditioner, you’re in luck. TSC Brow Peptides has growth peptides and castor oil in one convenient product.
Support your natural hair growth with balanced nutrition.
For healthy hair growth, we need to be mindful of what we put on and in our bodies. So, products are great, but nutrition plays a huge role in reaching any beauty goal—bold brows included!
Prioritize nutrients like protein, iron, zinc, biotin, and omega-3 fatty acids to support stronger, more resilient hair growth from the inside out. If you struggle to eat enough of these vitamins and minerals, we highly recommend a Nutrafol supplement! (Use code SKINNYHAIR for $15 off your first month.)
Stop over-tweezing and let your brows recover.
If you want your brows to grow back, you have to stop plucking them out. Even if some hairs look out of place, let them be. They may seem outside your natural shape now because your brows are still sparse.
As they grow in, those stray hairs will fall right into place and create a more flattering brow shape for your face. The more you tweeze, the more you disrupt your brow’s ability to grow back evenly.
Here’s more on how to regrow brows after over-plucking.
Take care of the skin around your brows.
Healthy brows start with healthy skin. If the skin around your brows is dry, irritated, or clogged, it can interfere with how well your hair grows.
Keep the area clean, hydrated, and balanced. Use a gentle cleanser, avoid harsh exfoliants directly on the brow area, and make sure you’re moisturizing consistently.
When your skin is in a good place, your brows are much more likely to grow in stronger, fuller, and more evenly.
Avoid overusing harsh actives or makeup removers around your brows.
Speaking of skincare, harsher products like retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or strong makeup removers can dry out the skin beneath your brows.
When that skin becomes irritated or stripped, it can weaken the hair follicle and make your brows more prone to shedding or breakage. Even aggressive rubbing during makeup removal can pull out hairs prematurely.
Be mindful of where you apply active ingredients, and keep them slightly away from your brow area when possible. And if you need a little advice, follow our guide, “How to Remove Makeup without Remover.” This can help you protect both your skin and eyebrow hairs.
A little extra care here can go a long way in keeping your brows full and healthy.
Support healthy blood flow to your brow area.
Healthy circulation plays a key role in stimulating eyebrow growth. Your hair follicles rely on a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, and good blood flow helps deliver exactly that!
One easy way to support this is through gentle brow massages. Using clean fingers or a spoolie, lightly massage the area in small circular motions for a minute or two each day. This can help activate the follicles and encourage healthier growth over time.
How to Make Eyebrows Thicker
Step One: Put the tweezers down (seriously).
Stop tweezing. This will help restore damaged hair follicles and encourage healthier growth. And remember what we said earlier! Even if a brow hair looks out of place, leave it and lie it down—don’t pluck.
Step Two: Apply a brow peptide serum with castor oil.
Directly stimulate hair growth with a high-quality brow serum with both peptides and castor oil. You can grab our bestselling formula, The Skinny Confidential Brow Peptides, from our shop!
Step Three: Brush brows to train and distribute oils.
To get that perfect, feathered brow shape, comb your brows with a naturally bristled brush or spoolie. This will help train your hairs to grow the right way and distribute natural oils for healthier, more hydrated brows.
Step Four: Eat for hair growth and thickness.
Your hair needs nutrients to grow. Eat things like eggs, fatty fish, leafy greens, avocados, and sweet potatoes to support your brow goals.
Step Five: Gently massage the brow area.
Using clean fingers or a spoolie, lightly massage your brows in small circular motions for 1–2 minutes each day. Apply light pressure and move in the direction of hair growth. For best results, do this after applying your brow serum to help with absorption.
Step Six: Be patient with the growth cycle.
Brow growth doesn’t happen overnight. Hair grows in cycles, and it can take several weeks to a few months to see real progress. The longer you stick with your routine, the better your results will be.
Get bold, beautiful brows with these simple, growth-supporting habits.
At the end of the day, fuller brows come down to consistency, patience, and taking care of what you already have. Trends will keep changing, but healthy, well-cared-for brows will always look good.
Stay consistent, resist the urge to over-tweeze, and give your brows the time they need to grow back. Trust the process—your best brows are on the way. For more, here's how to fix thin brows with quick solutions and ways to encourage real regrowth over time.
