Chrissy Teigen confirmed she had an eyebrow transplant in 2021 after years of overplucking caused her eyebrows to thin. In this procedure, hundreds of grafts were transplanted from the back of her scalp to her eyebrows.
Chrissy Teigen’s eyebrow transplant has transformed her look, restoring her brows to their original fullness. Find out all about the procedure here.
In this article, follow Chrissy Teigen’s eyebrow transplant journey to get a better idea of what eyebrow restoration involves: from graft numbers and costs to aftercare and alternatives. Find out who makes a good candidate for an eyebrow transplant, and see how you could achieve fuller, natural-looking brows.
Key takeaways
Chrissy Teigen underwent an eyebrow transplant procedure in 2021, confirming it on Instagram.
Though Chrissy hasn’t confirmed the number of hair grafts she needed, the surgery likely involved transplanting around 500 to 600 grafts per eyebrow.
Chrissy Teigen’s brows appear much fuller post-transplant, particularly at the tail.
Her eyebrow thinning was caused by years of overplucking, leading Chrissy to warn young people not to repeat her mistake.
Because transplanted scalp hairs grow continuously, post-transplant eyebrows may require regular trimming and maintenance to keep them looking tidy.
Yes, Chrissy Teigen underwent an eyebrow transplant in 2021. She confirmed this on Instagram in November 2021, saying:
“I never wear makeup if I can avoid it so I was so excited for this eyebrow transplant surgery where they take hairs from the back of your head!”
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In this post, Chrissy shared the outline of her redesigned eyebrows. Her original brows were still fairly thick in the centre, but much thinner at the head and tail, which is where the bulk of her grafts were likely implanted.
She also shared what her eyebrows looked like immediately after surgery. It’s normal to see increased density (as well as a lot of scabbing and some bleeding) in the hours and days post-procedure, so Chrissy’s results right after the surgery look pretty typical.
While Chrissy hasn’t revealed the number of grafts she had transplanted in her eyebrow restoration procedure, it’s likely to have been around 500 to 600 per brow.
Eyebrow transplantation can have a huge impact on your facial proportions and overall appearance, so how did Chrissy Teigen’s look change after her eyebrow transplant?
Chrissy Teigen’s eyebrows were noticeably thicker following her eyebrow hair transplant, especially around the tail. While they continue to follow the shape of her natural browline well, they are visibly fuller (even accounting for the fact she’s wearing makeup in both before and after pictures).
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Chrissy Teigen revealed she got the surgery after her eyebrows had started to thin following years of overplucking. In another Instagram post sharing her new brow growth, she said:
“A little dark from the pencil, but it’s so cool to have brows again! Teens: do not pluck them all off like I did!”
Overplucking your eyebrows doesn’t always require a hair transplant to fix, but if it leads to permanent hair loss, you may need surgery to grow back your overplucked eyebrows.
If your hair loss is temporary, or you haven’t been plucking your eyebrows for too long, using minoxidil on your eyebrows may help with the regrowth process. Studies have shown that applying 2% minoxidil regularly can boost eyebrow growth with minimal side effects [1-2].
Overplucking is a common reason people seek out eyebrow restoration, but it’s not the only one. Some people have naturally sparse eyebrows, and as trends twist towards thicker, fuller brows, they may seek out surgery to enhance their eyebrow hair.
Others may have thinning brows due to a health condition or nutritional deficiency. These cases are more difficult to treat, so it’s best to speak to a qualified trichologist to get a full picture of your eyebrow hair loss.
It’s not known how much Chrissy Teigen paid for her eyebrow hair transplant, but given her status and the fact she chose to work with two prolific surgeons in Beverly Hills, it’s likely to have been at the higher end of the spectrum.
In the UK, an eyebrow transplant costs around £3,820 on average. Hair transplants in Los Angeles and the U.S. tend to cost significantly more, so Chrissy Teigen likely paid several thousand dollars to achieve her eyebrow transplant results.
The hair for an eyebrow transplant is usually taken from your scalp (which was the case for Chrissy, as she highlighted in her Instagram post). When scalp hair is transplanted to your eyebrows, it will continue to grow long, rather than stopping after 5-10 mm like natural eyebrow hair.
The Wimpole Clinic’s eyebrow specialist, Marie Royce Book, explains:
“When we relocate the hair from the donor area, it actually just behaves exactly as it did when it was once on the scalp. So it will continuously grow. And so the grooming is a little bit more tricky in a sense that you will have to manage that more mindfully. If you were to allow it to, it could continuously grow.”
That means some maintenance is usually needed to keep your brows in shape. You can either ask a professional stylist or beautician to trim your brows for you (like Chrissy), or do it yourself with a small comb and sharp pair of scissors.
Facial hair restoration surgery isn’t for everyone, so fortunately there are some alternatives.
Microblading is a less invasive procedure which can give you results that last several months (though you will need to revisit the salon to repeat the procedure, and the outcomes aren’t usually as natural-looking as with FUE or FUT transplants).
Makeup is the most widely used option, and can also be combined with microblading or hair transplantation to modify your appearance further. Cosmetics, however, are only temporary, and will only last up to a day. This can be frustrating for those seeking a more permanent fix.
Eyebrow tattoos offer an alternative semi-permanent option to transplants. They tend to be cheaper but less natural-looking, and results will last up to three years.
The best candidates for eyebrow transplants are those who:
If you’re considering an eyebrow transplant to address thinning or overplucked brows, speak to an experienced hair transplant clinic with the knowledge and skill to restore them effectively.
The Wimpole Clinic is an award-winning hair transplant clinic with surgeries around the UK. Our skilled surgical teams are experienced in the art of eyebrow transplantation surgery, and can use both the FUE and FUT techniques to restore or volumise your eyebrows.
At your free initial consultation, we’ll assess your eyebrows and determine if you’re a good candidate for surgical eyebrow enhancement. We’ll then answer any questions you have about the procedure, aftercare, recovery, and anything else you’d like to discuss.
To find out more about getting an eyebrow transplant at the Wimpole Clinic, book a free consultation at your nearest hair transplant clinic location.
Find out more about Chrissy Teigen’s eyebrow hair transplant (and other celebrities who’ve undergone this procedure) in these frequently asked questions.
If your eyebrow hair grafts have been taken from your scalp, you’ll probably need to trim them as they grow. That’s because the hairs retain their original growth potential, so you’ll need to trim them every few weeks to keep them looking neat and natural.
If the hair grafts were taken from elsewhere on your body, discuss the upkeep that might be needed with your surgeon.
Chrissy Teigen’s eyebrow transplant was performed by Dr Jason Diamond and Dr Jason Champagne, surgeons based in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.
An eyebrow transplant isn’t necessarily better than using makeup or microblading. It depends on your suitability and goals.
For short-term modifications, makeup is usually the best option because it’s temporary. You’re not making any permanent changes to your face. However, if you want your fuller, thicker brows to last a lifetime, an eyebrow transplant is often preferred.
While it’s much more common for men to reveal their celebrity hair transplants, Chrissy Teigen isn’t the only woman to come forward about her female hair transplant procedure. Bianca Gascoigne, Meagan Good, and Robin McGraw have all talked openly about having eyebrow transplants to reshape and thicken their brows.
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Dr Laila Ahmad (GMC: 6134794) graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2006 with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). She completed her postgraduate training in General Practice in 2013 and is a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP).
Throughout her medical career, Dr Ahmad has gained broad clinical experience across a range of surgical specialties within the NHS, including general surgery, breast surgery, ear, nose and throat (ENT), and obstetrics and gynaecology. Her work in several hospitals across the North East of England has provided her with a strong surgical foundation and a comprehensive understanding of patient care.
Following her general practice qualification, Dr Ahmad undertook advanced training in hair restoration surgery under the mentorship of pioneering hair transplant surgeon Mr Michael May at the prestigious Wimpole Clinic on Harley Street. She has also trained alongside leading hair restoration surgeon Dr Ahmad Moussa, a neurosurgeon with extensive expertise in complex hair restoration procedures.
As a result of this rigorous and specialist training, Dr Ahmad has developed significant expertise in advanced hair restoration techniques. She is proficient in performing follicular unit extraction (FUE) and eyebrow restoration procedures, applying meticulous precision and refined technical skill to each case.
In clinical practice, she manages a wide spectrum of complex hair restoration cases. Her approach integrates scientific methodology and detailed surgical planning with an appreciation for aesthetic balance, ensuring results that are both technically precise and naturally harmonious.
With a strong artistic sensibility, Dr Ahmad is particularly skilled in designing natural hairlines and eyebrow patterns tailored to each individual patient. She maintains a patient-centred ethos, delivering hair restoration procedures to the highest clinical standards while prioritising safety, personalised care, and optimal aesthetic outcomes.
