Causes of eyebrow hair loss

Eyebrows occupy a small area of the face, but have a critical influence on appearance. Aesthetics and the perception of the face changes dramatically if there is something wrong with the eyebrows. Why do eyebrows become thinner, how does permanent makeup affect, is it possible to restore eyebrow hair growth after their complete loss? Review modern scientific approaches, including hair restoration in the scar area - in our article.

Even naturally thick eyebrows can disappear, why?

The reasons for eyebrow loss are not always obvious. Sometimes eyebrow hairs fall out and thin out slowly, sometimes this the process happens rapidly. Below we will analyze the reasons for the loss and absence of eyebrows.

1. Congenital aplasia - when there are no eyebrows at all, or no hairs, from birth there is very little in the eyebrows.
2. Alopecia areata is the most common cause of eyebrow loss. The forms of this type of alopecia are: diffuse and total. Usually, alopecia areata begins with the scalp and only then moves to the eyebrows.
3. Traction alopecia - thinning of eyebrows due to their constant correction and plucking.
4. Eyebrow trauma - such as burns, physical damage, surgery in the eyebrow area. These types of exposure cause the formation of a scar on which hair does not grow. Eyebrow loss after permanent makeup and microblading has become widespread. The death of hair follicles is associated with their injury during the procedure. permanent makeup and the formation of scar tissue. As a result, the color and shape are, but there are no eyebrow hairs left.
5. Primary cicatricial alopecia. Its most common form is frontal fibrosis. It affects the hairline area and often the eyebrows (mostly the ends of the eyebrows).
6. Exposure to aggressive coloring can also lead to hair loss in the eyebrow area.
7. Hormonal imbalances and endocrine diseases can be the cause of follicles or severe thinning of eyebrows.

"You don't need to diagnose yourself! Consult a specialist - a doctor trichologist. A competent specialist will not only determine the true cause of hair loss, but will also offer solution. This could be therapy, in cases where it is indicated. Or a transplant eyebrows - hair growth restoration using modern technology for life in 2-3 hours.

Eyebrow transplantation is not indicated in all cases. Alopecia areata and primary cicatricial alopecia are contraindication - complex treatment is necessary."

Professor of the American Academy
Aesthetic Medicine, Doctor of Science, A. Tsilosani.

When is eyebrow transplantation indicated?

A classic example is hair regrowth in the area of scars . Consequences of trauma eyebrows and the situation when the hair on the eyebrows in the area of the scar does not grow is easily solved thanks to modern transplant technology.

Hair transplantation is indicated and gives excellent results in congenital aplasia and secondary cicatricial alopecia. and for traction alopecia.

"If transplanted using the right modern technology, they will grow anywhere, even in the palm of your hand."

Doctor of Science, holder of the FELLOW degree of the International Society of Hair Reconstructive Surgery ISHRS — plastic surgeon A. Tsilosani

What is the result of eyebrow transplantation?

What a surgeon should be able to do

The doctor performing eyebrow transplantation must take into account 2 important features.

Hair angle - natural eyebrows have a very sharp angle. Therefore, when During transplantation, the doctor must be able to completely recreate this angle for new hairs. Otherwise, the eyebrows will look unnatural, and the eyebrow hairs stick out in different directions like a hedgehog. To fix such work will be difficult, transplanted hair grows throughout life. Their removal may be accompanied by cosmetic defects. Natural eyebrow hairs are located almost parallel to the skin. This is the effect that plastic surgery should recreate. surgeon during eyebrow transplant.

The second feature is the number of hairs in the graft *. By nature, eyebrow grafts have one hair each - these are single-hair grafts. It is important that when transplanting "Bundles" of follicular units were not used, otherwise the natural appearance of new eyebrows could not be achieved.

*graft is a natural follicular unit that cannot be divided. It has its own innervation system and blood circulation.

An important point is the doctor’s ability to correctly determine within the donor area single-hair follicles and extract them without damage.

How does an eyebrow transplant work?

The first question that may arise is where do they get the follicles for transplantation into the area? eyebrows. Only your own donor follicles are suitable for transplantation. Hair from other people and artificial follicles do not take root. Hair transplantation is the movement of hair. When implanted in a new place the hair does not change its properties - it will be the same color and structure. For this reason, for example, hair from the arms or legs is not suitable for transplantation into the eyebrow area. The hairs from the back of the head that are most identical in structure to your own eyebrows. The main task is to select the hairs that will best match your eyebrows. by structure. This is a jewelry technique that must be performed by a professional doctor.

How are follicles extracted? There are 2 methods of extracting grafts - one by one with a special punch (sutureless FUE method), and with a small incision (suture FUT method). The second method is better, but many Patients are afraid even of micro skin incisions, so you can always choose the seamless method. The advantage of the FUT suture method is that the hair length during transplantation is greater, and you can see the finished result immediately. With the FUE method, hair roots are transplanted.

"Will I have thinning hair at the back of my head?! We often hear this question from our patients. On average, there are 100-150 thousand hairs on a human head. For eyebrow transplantation, about 200-300 follicles per eyebrow. Of course, with competent work of the doctor there is absolutely no thinning "it won't be noticeable."

A. Tsilosani - Doctor of Sciences, plastic surgeon,
author of two world records in hair transplantation.

Steps of eyebrow transplant procedure

1. A pleasant stage is choosing the shape and width of the eyebrows. It can be any to your taste. If you have previously tattoo is done - it will not interfere with the transplant. If you want to get rid of the tattoo - then it is better to do it before eyebrow transplantation. The pigment removal procedure, if done aggressively, can destroy new hairs. Often we make a wider shape, it can be adjusted to your taste.
2. Extraction of follicles in the occipital region using the selected method. Takes about an hour.
3. Forming micro holes for hairs is a very important stage. Jewelry precision is needed here! The naturalness of the appearance of future eyebrows depends on how well the surgeon is proficient in this technology. At this stage, the patient can evaluate the new contour and make adjustments - if desired, change his.
4. Implantation of grafts into micro-holes. Hair is implanted and the selected shape is filled with new ones eyebrows.

Modern hair transplant procedure on eyebrows takes about 2-3 hours. It is completely painless. When using new, innovative technologies rehabilitation, antibiotics are not required. You can return immediately to normal life. Red spots disappear in 7-10 days.

If you have any questions, you can make an appointment for a consultation with a doctor. by phone number or by email.