Why Are My Brows Not Growing?

September 05, 2025

Why Are My Brows Not Growing?

Your brows may not be thinning out of stubbornness - they might be sending you signals you’ve missed. From stress you can’t see to skincare that strays, the reasons are rarely what you expect.

Why are my brows not growing?

The Hidden Saboteurs

You’ve stopped plucking. You’ve invested in every oil under the sun. You’ve sworn off magnifying mirrors for good.

Yet still, your brows refuse to play along.


It’s frustrating, not just because of how it looks in the mirror, but because of what brows represent. They frame expression. They change the way your face feels finished. And when they don’t grow, it’s easy to feel like part of your identity is stuck on pause.

The truth? Stalled brow growth is rarely about patience alone.

Often, there are silent saboteurs in your daily routine that can hold your brows back. At BBB London, we’ve seen it all - and we know how to get to the root of the problem.

Why are my brows not growing?

Stress You Can't See

Stress doesn’t just weigh on your mind, it shows up in your brows too.

When cortisol (the body’s stress hormone) runs high, it disrupts the hair cycle, pushing brows to shed or stall before they’ve had a chance to grow.


Dermatology research confirms the link: stress can trigger telogen effluvium (sudden shedding), disrupt follicle function, and even “switch off” the stem cells that spark new growth.

That’s why your brows can thin out during busy or pressured periods, even if your routine hasn’t changed.

The silver lining? Small shifts make a difference.

INSIDER TIP:

A few minutes of a gentle brow pinching massage before bed can help reduce tension and boost circulation to the follicle area. See here for our step-by-step brow pinching massage.

Pair with a nourishing oil to strengthen brows as you sleep, and you’re giving them a calmer, healthier environment to regrow.

Why are my brows not working?

Nutrition That Shows in the Mirror

One of the most overlooked reasons brows refuse to grow? What’s on your plate.

Just like the hair on your head, your brows depend on a steady supply of nutrients - particularly iron, biotin, and essential fatty acids.

Without them, follicles can struggle to produce strong, healthy hairs, leaving brows looking sparse no matter how careful you are with your routine.


The takeaway isn’t about chasing a perfect diet - it’s about recognising that brows are built from the inside out.

Small gaps in nutrition often show up first in your hair, and especially in delicate areas like the brows.

INSIDER TIP:

If your brows still feel stuck, it’s time to fast-track their recovery. Our Brow Boost Growth Serum is designed to do exactly that - working at the follicle to encourage fuller, denser, healthier brows with visible results.

Think of it as the daily boost your brows have been waiting for: targeted, effective, and proven to transform patience into progress.

WHY ARE MY BROWS NOT GROWING

Skincare That Strays

Your serums and actives may be working wonders for your skin, but if they wander too close to your brows, they can quietly undermine growth.

Retinol, exfoliating acids, and even certain cleansers can migrate as you sleep, irritating the skin and weakening the delicate follicles that fuel new hairs.

Over time, this can leave brows looking finer or patchier - no matter how careful you are with the rest of your routine.


What you can do:

  • Apply retinol and acids just shy of the brow line.
  • If you’re layering multiple actives, keep application light to reduce “drift” overnight.


INSIDER TIP:

To strengthen and protect brows at the same time, finish with our Clear Brow Gloss.

Its lightweight, conditioning formula not only locks your shape in place but also creates a protective coat, acting as a buffer against skincare spillover while adding subtle shine.

Why are my brows not growing?

The Brow Authority

If your brows aren’t growing, it’s not failure - it’s a signal. Stress, skincare, nutrition, old habits: these are factors you can address. The rest is about giving your brows the expert care they deserve.

That’s where we come in. At BBB London, every product is designed to meet your brows where they are, and help them become what they were always meant to be.


Because brows aren’t just hair. They’re identity, expression, and confidence. And when they thrive, so do you.