Home remedies for thicker eyebrows, and why to be careful with minoxidil and gels

Eyebrows play an important part in enhancing the face and making the eyes look attractive. Thick, well-shaped eyebrows help give the face a complete look. But eyebrows done the wrong way can lose their shape entirely.

Incorrect threading can leave eyebrows too thin. Some people have very fine eyebrow hair, while others have very thick hair. If eyebrows are shaped wrongly by threading or laser, the hair becomes quite thin.

Once the hair has thinned, many people turn to costly eyebrow serums or various chemical products sold in the market. These serums and products work only for a short time, and chemicals from the market carry a higher risk of damaging eyebrow hair. It is therefore better to use items available in the kitchen than expensive products.

Market hair gel or wax is used to make eyebrows look thick or to set them for a short while. However, this can sometimes harm the skin. It can cause irritation or allergy, and the eyebrow hair can turn stiff and break easily. Hair becomes quite hard once the gel dries. Natural remedies are therefore always the more beneficial choice.

Minoxidil is used to improve eyebrow growth and help new hair grow faster. But it is very important to take a doctor's proper advice while applying it.

Minoxidil helps hair grow on other parts of the body just as it does on the scalp. The medicine is applied directly to the hair roots, which opens up the blood vessels and ensures blood supply reaches the hair follicles properly. As the roots get the strength they need, new hair grows faster.

The liquid form of minoxidil is used for hair growth. A small amount should be taken on a mascara brush and applied to the eyebrow hair. Petroleum jelly can also be applied instead of gel or wax to shape sparse eyebrows and set them neatly. This will not harm the eyebrows.

This information is for general awareness only and does not claim to be a treatment. Consult your doctor before trying any remedy.