How to Grow Your Brows Back After Overplucking
Thin brows might have been trendy in the 90s and early 2000s, but for many of us, overplucking left behind more than just memories - it left sparse, patchy arches that never fully grew back. The good news? It is possible to restore your brows. With the right care, consistency, and targeted products, you can encourage new growth and reveal fuller, healthier brows.
In this article, we’ll explain:
• Why overplucking damages brows
• How the brow growth cycle works
• The best natural and science-backed ways to regrow your brows
• How Root 2 Brow Serum by SOWN can support thicker, fuller arches - safely and effectively
Why Overplucking Leads to Sparse Brows
Eyebrow hairs, like lashes and scalp hair, grow in cycles. Each time you pluck a hair from the follicle, you interrupt that cycle. Repeated trauma can:
Weaken the follicle over time
• Slow regrowth, making hairs thinner or finer
• In some cases, permanently damage follicles so they no longer produce new hairs
That’s why some people notice their brows becoming patchy or refusing to grow back, even years or decades later.
Understanding the Brow Growth Cycle
Brows follow the same four stages as other hair:
1. Anagen (Growth Phase): The follicle actively produces new hair. For brows, this lasts 30–60 days.
2. Catagen (Transition Phase): Growth stops and the follicle begins to shrink. Lasts 2–3 weeks.
3. Telogen (Resting Phase): The hair rests in place while a new one forms beneath. Can last several weeks.
4. Exogen (Shedding Phase): The old hair falls out to make way for the new one.
Because brow hairs spend less time in the growth phase than scalp hair, they naturally grow shorter. But this also means results take 8–12 weeks to become visible when encouraging new growth.
How to Grow Your Brows Back After Overplucking
Here are the most effective strategies to restore your arches:
1. Stop Tweezing Completely
It sounds obvious, but the first step is giving your brows a break. Allow hairs to regrow naturally without further trauma. Even stray hairs can contribute to overall fullness once they grow in.
2. Feed Your Follicles
Your follicles need nutrients to produce strong, healthy hairs. Look for ingredients like:
• Peptides – strengthen follicles and improve density
• Biotin & B-Vitamins – support keratin production
• Root Botanicals (Ginseng, Mulberry, Licorice, Pumpkin) – increase circulation and nourish the base of the hair
3. Hydrate & Condition
Just like lashes, brows need moisture. Keeping the area hydrated prevents brittleness and breakage, helping each hair reach its full length.
4. Use a Brow Growth Serum
Targeted serums like Root 2 Brow Serum provide a concentrated blend of growth-supporting ingredients right where they’re needed most. Unlike generic oils, they’re formulated to absorb into the follicle for measurable results.
5. Be Patient and Consistent
Brow growth takes time. Apply daily for the first 12 weeks to cover a full growth cycle, then switch to a maintenance routine of 2–3 times per week.
Why Choose SOWN Root 2 Brow Serum?
Unlike many mainstream serums that rely on prostaglandin analogues (hormone-like chemicals originally developed for glaucoma medication), SOWN is 100% hormone-free and prostaglandin-free.
Instead, Root 2 Brow Serum is powered by:
• Advanced Polypeptides: Fortify follicles, stimulate growth, and improve density.
• Root Botanicals:
• Ginseng – improves circulation for stronger roots
• Mulberry Root – antioxidant-rich, supports follicle health
• Licorice – soothes and nourishes sensitive skin
• Pumpkin Seed Extract – packed with fatty acids & antioxidants for hair strength
• Vitamins & Amino Acids: Promote keratin production, strengthen existing hairs, and encourage healthy new ones.
• Hydrating Complexes: Condition each brow hair, preventing brittleness and breakage.
Clinically tested, vegan, cruelty-free, and ophthalmologist reviewed, Root 2 is suitable for all skin types - including sensitive skin.
How Long Until You See Results?
With consistent use:
• 3–4 weeks: Early signs of new hairs appearing in sparse areas
• 8–12 weeks: Noticeably thicker, fuller, darker brows
• Beyond 12 weeks: Maintain with 2–3 applications per week to lock in results
Because everyone’s brows are at different stages of the growth cycle, results vary - but consistency is key.
Why Other Brow Serums Can Be Risky
Many well-known lash and brow serums contain prostaglandin analogues hidden under names like:
• Isopropyl Cloprostenate
• Dechloro Dihydroxy Difluoro Ethylcloprostenolamide
• Trifluoromethyl Dechloro Ethylprostenolamide
While these compounds can force hairs to grow, they come with dangerous side effects such as skin darkening, irritation, and even fat loss around the eye area.
With SOWN, you never have to choose between results and safety.
Ready to Regrow Your Brows?
If you’ve overplucked your brows, don’t despair. With the right combination of patience, follicle nourishment, and targeted care, you can restore your arches to their former glory.
SOWN’s Root 2 Brow Serum is designed to support the entire growth cycle - extending the growth phase, strengthening follicles, and conditioning hairs for a fuller, healthier look.
Take the first step today with Root 2 Brow Serum — hormone-free, prostaglandin-free, and powered by root botanicals. Because beautiful brows shouldn’t come with hidden risks.
