Can I shave my eyebrows?

Eyebrows are a part that every beauty lover cares about. Everyone's eyebrow shape, thickness, etc. are different. But people with thin eyebrows are very troubled. Some people say that they can shave their eyebrows and let them grow back thicker, but can eyebrows be shaved? Eyebrows can be shaved and have a growth cycle, so they will indeed grow again after shaving. However, this does not mean that they will grow thicker after shaving. This is a misunderstanding.

How long does it take for eyebrows to grow back after shaving?

Eyebrows will generally grow out in about 7 days after shaving, and will be fully grown in about 2 months. Eyebrows have their own growth cycle. Eyebrows that have been damaged can grow back through their natural growth cycle. It usually takes 1 to 3 months. The specific time is related to the individual's body's hormone secretion level.

For some people, their eyebrows may not grow out 2 to 3 months after shaving them. In this case, don't worry. One is that after the eyebrows are trimmed badly, the hair follicles may enter a longer resting period and regression period, so the eyebrows themselves grow more slowly. In addition, if a person has less hair and does not secrete as much male hormone, it will take longer for the eyebrows to grow.

How long does it take for eyebrows to grow back after shaving?

1. Eyebrow growth cycle stage time

The eyebrow growth cycle is divided into three stages: from growth (i.e. active phase) - resting phase - shedding phase.

The growing period of eyebrows and eyelashes is about 2 months, and the resting period can be as long as 3-9 months, after which they fall off naturally.

2. Factors affecting the growth rate of eyebrows

The rate of eyebrow growth is affected by factors such as gender, age, location and season. For example, hair grows about 0.3-0.4 mm per day, armpit hair grows 0.2-0.38 mm, and eyebrows grow about 0.2 mm. Hair growth is most vigorous between the ages of 15 and 30, and grows slightly faster in summer than in winter.

3. The growth process of eyebrows

The quality of eyebrow growth is closely related to the hair follicles and hair papillae. The basal part or papilla part of each normal hair follicle has a varying number of blood vessels extending into the hair bulb. These blood vessels and the vascular branches around the lower part of the hair follicle communicate with each other to form a capillary network towards the papilla. The capillary network under the papilla on both sides of the hair follicle and the capillary network in the connective tissue layer of the hair follicle form a rich vascular plexus. Blood passes through these vascular networks and vascular plexuses to provide the material nutrients needed for hair growth.

In addition to relying on the blood circulation around the hair follicles to supply nutrition, eyebrow growth is also controlled and regulated by nerves and endocrine system. Endocrine has a significant impact on hair, and male hormones have a certain promoting effect on the hair follicle sheath. The endocrine system includes the pituitary gland, gonads, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, etc. Therefore, mental stress and physiological reasons can also lead to eyebrow loss or thinning.

How long does it take for eyebrows to grow back after shaving?

How to promote eyebrow growth?

1. Massage your eyebrows

Gently massaging the eyebrows with your fingertips every day can stimulate the hair follicles in the eyebrow area. Massaging in the direction of eyebrow growth can also help the eyebrows grow without being too messy. Massage method: Place your fingertips between your eyebrows, then push towards your eyebrows, repeat several times.

2. Apply ginger

Ginger can effectively stimulate hair follicles and speed up blood circulation in the eyebrow area, thereby helping to accelerate eyebrow growth. Method: Cut fresh ginger and apply it to the eyebrows. But be careful not to apply too much or for too long to avoid irritating your eyes.

3. Apply vitamin E

Applying vitamin E to eyebrows can provide nutrients to hair follicles and make eyebrows grow faster and longer. Method: Cut open the vitamin E capsule and apply the liquid directly from the beginning to the end of the eyebrow. Do this for 1 week.