Why are my brows getting thinner?
Thinning brows are common and often driven by ageing, hormonal changes, medication, or stress. In Perth and beyond, many clients notice reduced colour, sparse growth, or conversion to fine vellus hair—short, pale hairs that can’t hold tint and won’t create a defined shape.
Common reasons your eyebrows may be getting thinner
Age-related changes: hair follicles weaken and pigment fades over time.
Hormonal shifts: menopause, pregnancy or other hormonal imbalances affect growth.
Over-plucking or waxing: repeated trauma can damage follicles long-term.
Medical conditions: thyroid disease, alopecia areata, eczema or psoriasis can cause loss.
Medications and treatments: chemotherapy, certain blood thinners, retinoids and some other drugs.
Nutritional deficiencies: low iron, biotin, zinc or overall poor nutrition.
Stress and illness: chronic stress or major illness can trigger temporary shedding (telogen effluvium).
Genetics: naturally sparse brows or a family tendency toward thinning.
Skin aging and sun damage: loss of skin collagen and pigment can make brows appear thinner
Can brow hair grow back?
Sometimes. If you’ve been trying for more than 12 months with little improvement, follicles may be dormant. You might see only peach-fuzz—insufficient for reliable tinting or shaping. In these cases, semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing offers a predictable, long-lasting solution without relying on hair regrowth.
Do products and serums work to grow back brow hair?
Yes - these can definitely help, especially if you can see eyebrow hairs growing, products and serums can help boost existing hair, but not cause new hair to grow.
Natural & supportive oils for eyebrow growth boosting
Cold‑pressed castor oil — widely used anecdotally; may help condition hairs and the skin environment.
Topical serums (OTC)
Peptide and growth-complex serums (e.g Revive 7) — contain peptides, biotinyl‑GHK, and botanicals to nourish follicles and encourage fuller-looking brows.
Which treatment is best for sparse brows?
If you don’t want to go down the road of serums or waiting for the brow hairs to thicken, many clients opt for cosmetic tattooing due to its instant results and time saving.
Microblading — ideal for drier skin types. This hand-tool technique creates ultra-fine, hair-like strokes for a natural finish but can fade faster on oily or thicker skin.
Ombre / Mist / Nano brows — recommended for oily, textured, or thicker skin. Performed with a precision digital device, these techniques deposit pigment into deeper layers for a soft powdered or pixelated finish that lasts longer and resists blur.
Quality brow tattooing in Perth
At our Subiaco studio, we assess skin type, lifestyle and desired outcome to recommend a bespoke brow plan—whether microblading, ombré, or nano brows. Each treatment is executed with meticulous technique and premium pigments to deliver refined, natural-looking results tailored to your features.
Ready to restore your brows?
Book a consultation in Perth to explore the best semi-permanent option for your sparse brows and discover a refined solution that elevates your everyday look.