Eyebrow Transplant in Bangalore
Medically reviewed by Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MCh (Plastic Surgery)
An eyebrow transplant moves individual hairs, usually from the back of the scalp, into thin or missing areas of the eyebrows. It suits brows that are thin from over-plucking, genetics, injury or medical conditions. At Contura Clinic, Bangalore, it is done mainly with single-hair grafts, placed one by one at the right angle, for a natural shape.
Eyebrow transplant at a glance
| Technique | Mostly single-hair grafts, with a few slightly larger grafts placed strategically |
| Donor area | Back of the scalp |
| Grafts | 200–500 per brow |
| Anaesthesia | Local anaesthesia |
| Procedure time | About 1 hour |
| Growth | Shedding at 2–4 weeks, new growth from about 3 months, final at 9–12 months |
| Trimming | Transplanted hairs grow like scalp hair and need regular trimming |
| Cost | ₹15,000 onwards |
What causes thin eyebrows?
- Over-plucking or over-shaping
- Genetic thinning
- Thyroid disease
- Long-term anaemia
- Injury or scarring
If a medical condition causes the thinning, it should be checked and treated first. Clinical dermatology can help with this.
Is an eyebrow transplant right for me?
An eyebrow transplant gives a permanent, natural result with your own hair. For mild thinning, medicines such as minoxidil may slow hair loss and support regrowth. Make-up or micropigmentation can also add definition, alone or alongside a transplant.
Eyebrow transplants need fine, detailed work, so choose an experienced hair restoration surgeon.
Frequently asked questions
Is an eyebrow transplant permanent?
Yes. The transplanted hairs keep growing for life, like the scalp hair they came from.
Will my transplanted eyebrows need trimming?
Yes. Transplanted hairs grow like scalp hair, so they need regular trimming to keep their shape.
Can minoxidil help thin eyebrows?
It can slow thinning and help some regrowth. Ask your doctor before using it, and avoid getting it in your eyes.
Related pages: FUE hair transplant · FUT hair transplant · Clinical dermatology
About the doctor
Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery, CMC Vellore), DNB (Plastic Surgery). Karnataka Medical Council Reg. No. 68989. Plastic and cosmetic surgeon at Contura Clinic, Kalyan Nagar. Best Paper Award at the IMCAS conference, Taipei, 2016, for his gynecomastia technique. Author of The Male Breast and over 40 papers in indexed journals. Member of IAAPS, IMA and the European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Results vary from person to person. Every procedure carries risks, which your surgeon will explain at your consultation.