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Options for overplucked, patchy or tail-less brows
By Chelsea Candelario
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Updated Feb 23, 2025
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Jenny Jin
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Ever thought you were tweezing just a few hairs until you step back from the mirror and realize, in horror, that you’ve accidentally taken a chunk out of your brows? The good news is that hair grows back; the even better news is that an eyebrow serum can help speed up the process.
There’s just one caveat: It will take consistency and patience (I’m talking a minimum of four to eight weeks of daily application) to see full results. So, to get you started on your brow journey, I’ve plucked the 12 best eyebrow growth serums, tested and vetted by PureWow editors, staffers and experts.
Meet the Experts
- Dr. Jacquiline Habashy-Hakim, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and surgeon. She specializes in cosmetic, surgical and medical dermatology, working specifically with Mohs surgery, Botox, dermal fillers and microneedling. She earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from University of Southern California and her medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences.
- Dr. Lian Mack, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Glamderm and an assistant professor of clinical dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She specializes in treating skin conditions, especially for the BIPOC community, as well as aesthetic enhancements such as injectable fillers and laser treatments. She's currently a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and member of the Women's Dermatologic Society.
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Our Picks
- How I Chose Best Eyebrow Growth Serums
- Reviews
- What to Consider When Shopping for an Eyebrow Growth Serum
- FAQ
- Why Trust PureWow
The Best Eyebrow Growth Serums at a Glance
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Fan Favorite
Grande Cosmetics GrandeBROW Brow Enhancing Serum
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5
Best Splurge Eyebrow Growth Serum
Augustinus Bader The Eyebrow & Lash Enhancing Serum
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10
Expert Recommended
RevitaLash Revitabrow Advanced Eyebrow Conditioner
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11
Best Thickening Eyebrow Growth Serum
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum
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How I Chose Best Eyebrow Growth Serums
I reached out to PureWow editors and staffers for their recommendations, while also recruiting them to test out a few popular brands over the span of three months. Whether we were concerned about sparse areas, thinning hair or skew arches, we took a closer look at the growth difference, how the formulas felt on our skin and how well the brushes worked on our brows. I also chatted with a few dermatologists to learn more about eyebrow growth serums. Keep reading to learn which ones made the cut.
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Best Overall Eyebrow Growth Serum
1. neuLash neuBROW Brow Enhancing Serum
What We Like
- easy to use
- compact
- comes with a built-in spoolie brush for even application
What We Don't Like
- sticky texture
neuLash
- Value:17/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:20/20
- Aesthetics:20/20
- Growth Abilities:19/20
- Total:96/100
The biggest upside of this pricey serum, according to its many fans, is that you begin to see results faster than you do with other formulas. (Think 30 days as opposed to 60 or 90.) It’s formulated with proteins, peptides and fruity extracts to condition and define brows. You’ll also find biotin to protect hairs and allantoin to soothe and calm the area. Ad Operations Associate Vince Gervasi used it for over two months and was pleased with the results. “My eyebrows are already thick and full, but this really helped define those sparse areas. It was easy to use and very simple,” he says. Though he notes, the texture is a bit sticky. “I didn’t really like that it felt sticky on my brows and skin—but maybe it’s because I don’t use any makeup or other products that I’m not used to. However, I will continue to use this since it really helped my eyebrows,” he shares.
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: pumpkin seed extract, apple extract, biotin, allantoin, peptides
- Recommended Use: once or twice a day for the 4 to 6 weeks
- Size: 4 ml/0.14 oz
Most Nourishing Eyebrow Growth Serum
2. Typology Eyebrow & Lash Serum
What We Like
- lightweight
- easy to apply
- a lot of product for the price
What We Don't Like
- slippery texture
Typology
- Value:18/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:20/20
- Aesthetics:20/20
- Growth Abilities:18/20
- Total:96/100
The active ingredients are what make this French serum a hit for Assistant Editor Delia Curtis. It’s made with two percent pea peptide to improve hair density, castor oil to encourage growth and panthenol to prevent breakage and strengthen brow hairs. In their rave review, Curtis expresses, “It definitely helps make my brows stronger and helps thicken my existing brow hairs a bit. They feel very smooth and durable to the touch. I noticed that it was really easy to apply and made adding something new into my bedtime routine seamless. Due to the consistency, you have to work the product into your brows and lashes. It drips a little bit, so be careful not to get it into your eyes. If you get it combed in nicely, the dripping doesn't happen.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: pea peptide, castor oil, panthenol
- Recommended Use: once or twice a day
- Size: 15 ml/o.50 oz
Fan Favorite
3. Grande Cosmetics GrandeBROW Brow Enhancing Serum
What We Like
- great for thinning or sparse brows
- lightweight formula
- ophthalmologist-tested
What We Don't Like
- expensive
Grande Cosmetics
- Value:18/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:18/20
- Aesthetics:19/20
- Growth Abilities:19/20
- Total:94/100
This brow enhancing formula is infused with a blend of vitamins, antioxidants and amino acids to help you grow fuller, bolder looking brows in six to eight weeks, with full results in four months. I already have thick, bushy brows, but noticed some sparse areas, so I focused solely on the front and ends of my arches, and surprisingly saw a difference. Thanks to the hyaluronic acid and botanical extract blend found in the formula (ginseng root, chamomile flowers and bearberry leaves), it has a lightweight, non-sticky texture. The thin brush helps glide it nicely through my targeted areas—though I did have mild irritation the first time I used it but it quickly went away after daily use. I will admit it’s a bit pricey, but seeing as it’s enough for four months, I would say it’s worth the splurge (or at least getting the smaller version if you’re going to focus on specific areas like I did).
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: l-proline, hyaluronic acid, botanical extra blend, glycosaminoglycans
- Recommended Use: once daily for 6 to 8 weeks
- Size: o.1 oz
Great for Thinning Brows
4. Obagi Medical Nu-Cil Eyebrow Boosting Serum
What We Like
- great for thinning and/or sparse brows
- great brush applicator
What We Don't Like
- expensive
Obagi
- Value:17/20
- Functionality:17/20
- Comfortability:20/20
- Aesthetics:20/20
- Growth Abilities:20/20
- Total:94/100
The boosting serum strives to give you fuller, darker and denser brows over the course of two months. It has biotin, lipids and sodium hyaluronate to help thicken and support healthy hair growth. There’s also panthenol, known to condition and improve hair texture over time. Social Strategist Isabella Mohamed tells me, “I loved it! It was easy to use. I’ve wanted thicker brows but could never find something that works. I love that it comes in a mascara tube, and the quality is amazing. Some may think the price is a little too much, but I saw real change in the tails of my eyebrows, so I think it's great.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: biotin, lipids, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate
- Recommended Use: one a day for 8 to 12 weeks
- Size: 5 ml/0.17 oz
Best Splurge Eyebrow Growth Serum
5. Augustinus Bader The Eyebrow & Lash Enhancing Serum
What We Like
- fragrance-free
- easy to use
- increases hair density
What We Don't Like
- expensive
- results not permanent
Augustinus Bader
- Value:18/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:19/20
- Aesthetics:19/20
- Growth Abilities:18/20
- Total:94/100
There are a ton of expensive brow serums out there, but nothing quite like this one from Augustinus Bader. “I love all things Augustinus Bader, and this serum is no exception,” says Destinee Scott, associate sales & deals editor at PureWow. “It can be used on eyebrows *and* lashes, and I'm happy to confirm that it works great on both. [When] it comes to eyebrows, when applied regularly (at least once a week), it really helps the hair grow thicker and longer.” The enhancing serum is powered by the brand’s signature blend—TFC8—which features key ingredients like castor oil, hyaluronic acid and biotin. It’s praised for strengthening and nourishing brows, while reducing shedding and preventing brittleness. Scott adds, “I tested the product once a week for four weeks to see if it would make hair grow in areas that typically take longer to fill in (for me, that's from the middle to the end of my brow). Not only did it make hair grow faster than usual, but also thicker than ever before. If you want thicker, fuller brows, this product increases hair density in no time. You may not even need to fill them in with a pencil anymore.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: roselle extract, safflower extract, biotin, red winter algae, hyaluronic acid, castor oil
- Recommended Use: twice daily for 4 weeks
- Size: 8 ml/0.3 oz
Best Clean Eyebrow Growth Serum
6. Milk Makeup KUSH Lash + Brow Serum
What We Like
- contains clean ingredients
- fragrance free
- silicone- and paraben-free
What We Don't Like
- thin brush
Milk Makeup
- Value:17/20
- Functionality:18/20
- Comfortability:19/20
- Aesthetics:19/20
- Growth Abilities:18/20
- Total:91/100
Swipe this serum along your lash line before applying the remaining product over any sparse spots in your brows to get the most out of each tube. The nourishing formula uses hemp-derived cannabis seed extract, aloe and quinoa to condition every last hair, while supporting healthy follicles for optimal growth. In under two weeks, our Senior Director of SEO and Product Sally Herrod was already seeing a difference in her thin, straight brows. “I was a little skeptical going in as the instructions say, ‘This product is not intended for hair growth or for the treatment of hair loss.’ The directions say 'for fuller brows, draw short, hair-like strokes upwards from the start of your brow to the tail and use morning and night,’ so I followed this to a T to really give it the best shot on my (kind of thin) brows,” she says. “Over the test period my brows did start to look fuller and also darker (surprising, but loved that) so I didn't end up having to fill in my brows as much, which I was looking for so I'll definitely be ordering more. The only thing to call out is the eyebrow brush is very flimsy so it would be much easier to paint on with a thicker brush.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: hemp-dervived cannabis seed extract, peptides, quinoa
- Recommended Use: twice a day for 12 weeks
- Size: 3.5 ml/0.12 oz
Fastest Growth Time
7. RapidLash Rapidbrow Eyebrow Enhancing Serum
What We Like
- lightweight
- easy to apply
- nourishing
What We Don't Like
- short spoolie applicator
Rapid Lash
- Value:18/20
- Functionality:19/20
- Comfortability:19/20
- Aesthetics:16/20
- Growth Abilities:19/20
- Total:91/100
Some people have credited this serum with bringing back their over-tweezed brows from the ‘90s, y’all. Formulated with a blend of panthenol, proteins and polypeptides, this brush-on serum sets hairs in place while steadily delivering those aforementioned ingredients to your follicles throughout the day. “Years of threading and age have made my eyebrows thinner, making it harder to grow back as fast as they used to,” says Sara Baksh, senior manager of business operations at Gallery Media Group. “The serum was very lightweight, easy to apply and nourishing. My eyebrows did grow quickly and started to fill itself in more. I noticed results in a little over two weeks of using it. I just wish the spoolie was longer to cut down on application time for my long brows.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: polypeptides, biotin, keratin, apple fruit cell extract
- Recommended Use: twice a day for 2 to 3 months
- Size: 3 ml/0.1 oz
Best 2-in-1 Eyebrow Growth Serum
8. Kosas Brow & Lash Boosting Serum
What We Like
- helps with sparse areas
- ophthalmologist-tested
- safe for sensitive eyes
What We Don't Like
- crusty residue can form overnight
Kosas
- Value:18/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:18/20
- Aesthetics:19/20
- Growth Abilities:19/20
- Total:94/100
Whether you’re looking to thicken your brows or lashes, this 2-in-1 is making it easier to tackle both. Infused with peptides and keratin, the formula promises to improve the appearance of your brows (and lashes) in about 12 weeks. The serum also has pro-vitamin B5 to promote healthy shine and hyaluronic acid to condition. Social Media Graphic Designer Jessica Wong primarily used this boosting serum for any sparse areas in her brows. “It was a quick and easy routine to follow every night, and I loved how it kickstarted hair growth in areas where I hadn’t seen any progress in a while,” she shares. “I didn’t love the residue I woke up with each morning, but the results were worth it, so I’d definitely continue using it.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: peptides, keratin, pro-vitamin b5, hyaluronic acid
- Recommended Use: apply nightly
- Size: 3.4 ml/o.11 oz
Most Strengthening Eyebrow Growth Serum
What We Like
- non-sticky formula
- non-irritating
What We Don't Like
- expensive
- some reviewers didn't experience a difference
Vegamour
- Value:17/20
- Functionality:20/20
- Comfortability:17/20
- Aesthetics:18/20
- Growth Abilities:17/20
- Total:89/100
PureWow is a big fan of Vegamour’s haircare products, so it’s no surprise that the brow serum is a hit. Key ingredients include red clover, a natural DHT blocker to minimize thinning and hair loss, along with mung bean, which helps strengthen hair follicles and prevent premature shedding. You’ll also find hair-loving zinc and biotin, too. The brand claims you’ll see results in four to eight weeks—though Influencer Marketing Coordinator Jamie Ambos suggests using it way past the eight weeks, as she saw subtle results. “I did really notice a huge difference after three months, but I’d continue to use it in my routine to see again,” she says.
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: red clover, mung bean, zinc, biotin
- Recommended Use: twice daily for the first two months, once daily afterwards
- Size: 3 ml/0.10 oz
Expert Recommended
10. RevitaLash Revitabrow Advanced Eyebrow Conditioner
What We Like
What We Don't Like
RevitaLash
You know the lash serum that Meghan Markle swears by? Well, the same brand makes a serum just for your brows, too. Meet RevitaBrow: a brow boosting conditioner with potent botanical ingredients like panax ginseng extract, as well as peptides and biotin to gradually beef up patchy brows. Use the doe foot applicator to swipe the treatment onto your brows once a day for the best results.
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: biotin, lipids, green tea extract, ginseng, swertia japonica, calendula, amino acids, B vitamins
- Recommended Use: once a day for two months
- Size: 1.5 ml/o.o5 oz
Best Thickening Eyebrow Growth Serum
11. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum
What We Like
- budget-friendly
- improves fullness/thickness of brows
- great for lashes as well
What We Don't Like
- flimsy applicator
The Ordinary
According to more than 2,000 5-star reviews, this multi-peptide brow serum helps thicken brows *and* lengthen lashes. It uses a blend of peptides and botanical extracts to support hair density. The brand recommends using it twice a day (morning and night) to improve fullness and nourish brows for four weeks. As one happy customer shares, “This product has made my brows and lashes thicker and fuller. I’ve been using it every night for about six weeks and the results are amazing! I first noticed the effects three to four weeks after I started using it, so [I] definitely recommend getting it!”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: peptides, camellia sinensis leaf extract, larix europaea wood extract, zinc chloride
- Recommended Use: twice a day for four weeks
- Size: 4.8 ml/0.16 oz
Best Budget Eyebrow Growth Serum
12. e.l.f Enhancing Lash and Brow Serum
What We Like
- gentle formula
- great for sensitive eyes
- budget-friendly
What We Don't Like
e.l.f
Here’s proof that you don’t have to splurge in order to get a high-quality product for your brows. Formulated with amino acids and vitamins, this duo serum promises to enhance your brows and lashes for thick and longer results. It’s suggested to use twice a day to encourage hair growth. As one reviewer shares, “I find that this lash and brow serum works beautifully. It's not an over-the-top big difference, but the small changes definitely let me know that it's working.”
Fast Facts
- Key Ingredients: antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins
- Recommended Use: twice a day for a few weeks
- Size: 3.6 ml/0.12 oz
- Key Ingredients: Most eyebrow growth serums have core ingredients like peptides, biotin, hyaluronic acid, keratin and vitamins (A,B,C and E). According to Dr. Habashy-Hakim, these key ingredients can help support hair growth for thicker, longer brows.
- Dermatologist Recommendations: “I always recommend seeking advice from a board- certified dermatologist as there can be many causes of eyebrow hair loss and some products may be more ideal for someone's specific cause and skin type,” explains Dr. Habashy-Hakim. “For example, if you have sensitive skin, using a hypoallergenic product is ideal.”
- Brow Concerns: Ask yourself, do you have thinning brows, sparse areas, undefined arches? As Dr. Mack explains, “Deciding if you need an eyebrow growth serum is a very personal choice. Some people desire thicker, fuller brows to enhance their appearance. Older individuals who are thinning naturally may benefit and individuals with genetically sparse brows may benefit, too.”
The Bottom Line: Which Serum Is Best for Eyebrow Growth?
There are plenty on this list, but our derms recommend eyebrow growth serums like Latisse, RevitaLash and Vegamour. “Although off label, Minoxidil and Latiesse have shown efficacy to grow eyebrow hair by maintaining hair in the growth phase longer, and decreasing the time in the resting phase,” Dr. Habashy-Hakim tells me. “Revitalash has also been proven to work in a similar way and is more accessible to patients. Lastly, Vegamour is a prostaglandin analogue free product that has been shown to improve eyebrow growth.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Thinning Eyebrows Grow Back?
According to Dr. Mack, there is a possibility that thinning brows will grow back, however, there are a few factors to consider. “Thinning brows are able to regrow. However, the success of regrowth is directly related to the cause or etiology. If eyebrow loss is related to an underlying medical condition like thyroid disease, correcting the underlying medical issue will cause the hairs to re-enter the growth or anagen phase of the hair cycle,” she explains. “Similarly, if a patient is suffering from alopecia areata, an immune form of hair loss, hair regrowth can be achieved with injection of a low dose steroid. Hair loss of the brow associated with aging may be reversed with topicals including minoxidil or eyebrow serums.”
Is There a Way to Speed Up Eyebrow Growth?
When it comes to eyebrow growth, it’s all about patience. Whether you prefer a serum or professional treatments, the experts say it can take from four to 12 weeks to see results. It will surely differ depending on your hair growth cycle, so consider applying one to times a day.
How Can I Thicken My Aging Brows?
Again, patience is a virtue. However, Dr. Mack has a few suggestions to slow down thinning such as stop plucking (or waxing) excessively, maintain a well-balanced diet and use an eyebrow serum (ahem, look up).
Does Eyebrow Growth Serum Actually Work?
While some eyebrow growth serums can have side effects—like irritation and allergies to specific ingredients—most are helpful in supporting growth and definition. “Brow serums promote the growth of the hair by keeping the hairs in the anagen or growth phase of the hair cycle longer,” Dr. Mack adds.
However, the dermatologist notes some should avoid using it. “Individuals with a history of alopecia areata or underlying thyroid disease may not benefit from the use of an eyebrow serum. Moreover, the following groups should avoid using an eyelash serum: individuals with sensitive skin, individuals with underlying eye conditions, pregnant and breastfeeding women,” she says.
Chelsea Candelario
Beauty and Cultures Editor
- Writes trend stories, product reviews and how-tos across beauty, cultures, fashion and entertainment
- Over 5 years of experience as a Beauty Editor
- Studied journalism with a minor in creative writing at SUNY New Paltz
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Jenny Jin
Beauty Director
- Oversees all beauty content at PureWow
- Has over a decade of experience in writing and editing, both in print and digital media
- Produces 'Youngish' newsletter, a guide to beauty in your 30s and beyond
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