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Would putting vaseline on my eyebrows make them grow or make them thicker?

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Neither: It has no effect.

Dr Fishburn and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/15/2013

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No: Vaseline will not help to promote growth or thickening of the brows. It will help moisturizer dry flaking skin though.

Dr Conrad and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: Vaseline won't work. Minoxidil might. It is available over-the-counter.

Dr Fishburn agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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