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We’ve got lots of things to worry about these days, and something you don’t want to find yourself concerned with is suddenly finding your eyebrows have lost their fullness. It’s not uncommon that our eyebrows can suddenly (seemingly out of nowhere) become thinner and lose their healthy appearance. Although the condition is not rare, thinning eyebrows are frustrating and certainly unpleasant. This article will discuss some of the major causes of thinning eyebrows and what you can do to remedy the condition. Also, we will discuss how thinning eyebrows can be a symptom of more significant medical conditions that physicians should address.

What Causes Thinning Eyebrows?

Overplucking - This is somewhat of a no-brainer, but it’s still worth discussing. Whether you or a professional accidentally overplucked your eyebrows, it can be a very scary realization looking in the mirror. A common mistake made with overplucking the eyebrows is thinking that plucking more hairs will help “reshape” the brows back to life. Sure, shaping the eyebrows to be more concise can help consolidate the look, but more often than not, people will do more damage than good by attempting this. We don’t recommend plucking your eyebrows - eyebrow threading is a better solution to eyebrow care. However, if you accidentally overpluck your eyebrows, your best course of action is to let the hair grow back with time, stimulate hair growth with oils, and condition your brows with serums.

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Nutrient deficiencies - When our bodies are stressed or lack essential vitamins and nutrients, the symptoms can manifest themselves in unforeseen ways, such as hair loss and eyebrow thinning. If your body lacks zinc, iron, or omega-3 fatty acids (just to name a few), you can experience loss of hair follicles in the eyebrows. The good news here is that you can remedy these nutrient deficiencies by changing your diet to include more vitamin-rich foods. After some time, you will notice richer, fuller eyebrows! Eczema - People suffering from eczema understand how difficult flair-ups can be. Eczema can, unfortunately, deter healthy hair growth by impacting the hair follicles under the skin. If eczema reaches the eyebrows, it can cause eyebrow thinning, eyebrow dandruff, and irritation. People experiencing eczema should reach out to their dermatologist to learn how to manage their flair-ups best and make some daily routine changes to keep their eczema in check. Hormonal changes/Imbalances - Stress and anxiety can cause the body to lose hair, and the eyebrows are just as vulnerable as the scalp when this happens. Also, significant hormonal fluctuations within the body from pregnancy or childbirth can cause the body to do some funky things, such as temporary hair loss. It’s best to consult your doctor with any questions about sudden hair loss due to stress or pregnancy.

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Autoimmune Disorders - Autoimmune disorders affect the body in many different ways. With autoimmune disorders, the immune system attacks the body by mistake instead of foreign invaders. These disorders are very difficult to treat and manage, and we are thankful that modern science is making advances in the battle against autoimmune disease. Psoriasis and alopecia are two of the most common autoimmune diseases that affect healthy hair growth on the body. Each of these disorders can lead to thinning eyebrows. Psoriasis causes the skin cells to multiply too rapidly, causing itchy patches of dry skin that can clog the hair follicles’ pores. Alopecia causes hair loss in patches or all over the body, depending on the severity of the condition. There are cosmetic applications and solutions to help diminish the appearance of patchy or non-existent hair. Still, it’s always best to consult with your doctor to best manage your symptoms and work with eyebrow artists to help create beauty solutions that won’t negatively impact your treatments. Our talented artists are sensitive to any skin/body challenges our clients face. With the utmost sensitivity and care, our staff works with patients to create the best beauty solutions for their needs. Book Your Appointment Today!