Efficacy and Safety of Bimatoprost 0.01% for the Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis
March 2019
in “
Dermatologic surgery
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TLDR Bimatoprost 0.01% effectively and safely improves eyebrow growth.
A randomized, double-blinded, vehicle-controlled trial involving 40 patients evaluated the efficacy and safety of bimatoprost 0.01% for treating eyebrow hypotrichosis over 6 months. The study found that bimatoprost 0.01% significantly increased eyebrow hair density, diameter, and clinical assessments compared to the placebo (p < .001). Patients reported higher satisfaction with bimatoprost (p < .05), and adverse effects were minimal and similar between groups. The study concluded that bimatoprost 0.01% is effective, safe, and well-tolerated for enhancing eyebrows.