How to Fix a Receding Hairline

As statistics demonstrate, 80% of the male population starts to go bald before they turn 50. In most cases, the balding process starts with a receding hairline. 

But how to fix a receding hairline?

Although receding hairlines are most often associated with the elderly population, they can begin at any age.

David A. Sinclair, a professor in the Genetics department at Harvard Medical School, says that as more young men turn 21, they start to lose hair excessively, starting with their hairline.

Sinclair also pointed out in his 2021 studies that most hair loss in men is caused by androgenetic alopecia, also known as male pattern baldness, a type of hair loss linked to genes and hormones.

The Process of Hairline Retraction

When the hairline starts to retreat, it moves back across the top of the head, often leaving a hair ring around the top of a bare scalp. The hair may continue to grow on the top, but it is thinner.

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A receding hairline can also start above the temples. It is common to refer to this V-shaped hair growth in the front as a side part receding hairline, or a “widow’s peak.”

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Though many men often have some hair remaining, unless they shave it all off, the sides and back of the head can eventually become a hairless desert. 

Women may be a little luckier than men, and the back and sides of their heads are typically spared. Still, the area over the top of the scalp spreads and thins considerably.

What Are the Causes of a Receding Hairline?

As mentioned above, most hair loss issues are due to aging. When people, especially men, get old, they get bald. 

But some go bald earlier than most others. Some only temporarily go bald, and then the hair will grow back. 

Based on what some of the best hair specialists in the world have found, we have put together a list of the most important causes of receding hairlines.

Family History or Genetic Predisposition

Hairline receding appears to be influenced by family history or genetic issues. Suppose your father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and other ancestors who came before you all had a bald forehead. In that case, your hairline will likely retreat too. 

Receding Hairline Due to Illness or Stress

People may suddenly show signs of hairline recession due to diseases or stress. That’s called effluvium. 

People typically experience effluvium, in which they lose significantly more hair than usual in a short period. Luckily, this type of hair loss often gets restored without treatment.

Lifestyle Plays a Role

There can be a connection between particular lifestyles and hair loss. 

Smokers may lose their hair more quickly than non-smokers.

Hair loss and receding hairlines may also be linked. For instance, people whose diet does not have sufficient protein may lose more hair than those who consume enough protein.

Medical Treatments

Some medical procedures or treatments may also result in hair loss. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy are typical treatments that result in hair loss in patients.

But this is also temporary in most cases. The person’s hair will likely grow back once the medical treatment is over.

How is a Receding Hairline Diagnosed?

How does the person know what has caused their receding hairline? With the possible causes mentioned above, we suggest seeing a specialist. 

Questionnaire

Usually, the first step starts with the hair specialist asking questions such as when the person started losing hair, the pattern of the hair loss, etc., to determine whether it was caused by aging or other reasons.

Physical Exam

A dermatologist typically carries out a physical exam.

When a dermatologist checks the condition of the hair, they usually check the scalp for inflammation, redness, sores, or scarring. 

The doctor looks closely at the person’s hair to determine the amount of hair loss, the pattern of hair loss, and whether there is hair breakage.

A physical exam will be carried out to find out what is causing the hairline to recede. It usually includes pull tests, tug tests, card tests, trichometric analysis, fungal culture, punch biopsy, blood tests for iron deficiency, etc.

No need to panic; make an appointment with a dermatologist. Follow their guidance to go through all the steps. It is straightforward.

How to Get a Receding Hairline Fixed

How to fix receding hairlines? How to fix receding hairline naturally? That’s an efficient question. There are also various treatments to consider when fixing a receding hairline. 

Suppose the hair loss is not permanent or due to medication. In that case, the person can try a healthy diet, hair-growth-related medications, etc.

Eating a Healthy Diet

Eating a diet high in antioxidants may help the wearer’s hair look healthier and lusher. 

Antioxidants are ingredients that combat oxidative stress, which contributes to rapid hair aging. 

Blueberries, kidney beans, spinach, walnuts, etc., are all rich in natural antioxidants. 

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Vitamins A, B12, E, iron, and zinc are also hair-essential vitamins and minerals.

Incorporating lots of nuts, leafy vegetables, and seeds may also improve how the hair looks and feels.

Medications

Minoxidil is the most popular over-the-counter (OTC) treatment for a receding hairline (rogaine). Rogaine uses minoxidil for off-label use.

Topical minoxidil has been demonstrated to be more effective than a placebo. 

In a 2015 study, TrustedSource discovered that almost 40 percent of the hair loss population uses it. 

A prescription drug called finasteride (Propecia) reduces the hormone levels that can cause the hairline to recede. Oral finasteride has been shown to stop hair loss and help with new hair growth when taken orally.

Herbal Ingredients 

Top-quality herbal medicines may support healthier, fuller hair for a receding hairline.

Traditional holistic medicine has long used Chinese hibiscus, ginseng, Gotu kola, gooseberry, and aloe vera as hair loss remedies. 

The wearer can also make a conditioning treatment for the scalp by combining several herbs with a carrier oil.

Various traditional Chinese Medicine.Chinese translation:Short sentences describing the benefits of traditional Chinese Medicine.

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Hair Transplant

During a hair transplant, the person’s natural hair gets moved from the back to the front of the head, near the hairline, during a hair transplant operation. 

These surgically inserted hair grafts may make your hairline appear fuller. However, only 50% of the whole hair loss population is suitable for a hair transplant. Even if the grafted strips of the scalp have hair that has been medically checked and deemed fit to grow, it is never guaranteed that the hair will keep growing after a transplant. So, hair systems are often thought to be better than transplants because they give an instant result.

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PRP Therapy

Platelet-rich plasma treatment (PRP): A small amount of blood is drawn from the person’s arm, and the platelet-rich plasma is separated through the spinning of a centrifugal machine. 

The plasma is injected into the scalp along the hairline where growth is needed. The hair follicle is revitalized and repaired as a result. 

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Massaging Along the Hairline

A 2016 Trusted Source study found that regularly massaging your scalp may help your hair grow thicker and healthier.

You might be able to make hair grow by massaging the scalp along the hairline due to increased blood flow. Consider giving your scalp a physical massage for at least four minutes daily.

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Frontal Hair Piece

Frontal hair systems are, so far, the ultimate hairline restoration method. They can be used for all types of hair loss, particularly for fixing receding hairlines at a lower cost.

Frontal hair systems are for both temporary and permanent hairline retraction. People with receding hairlines want them because they work quickly, give the hair an instant look, add volume, and are safe for the scalp.

The rest of the post will focus more on frontal hair systems and how they work to fix a receding hairline.

How to Fix Receding Hairlines With Men’s Frontal Hair Piece

Frontal hair systems, or frontal hair pieces, are a subtype of hair replacement systems designed to fix receding hairlines. They are more minor and easy to change, and sometimes the stylist can cut a piece off an existing hair system and further cut it in shape to use it as a frontal hair system.

Look at the latest men’s frontal hair piece at New Times Hair, so you may understand in depth what frontal hair systems are and how they work.

Men’s Frontal Hair Pieces, For Who?

For most male hormone-related baldness, partial frontal hair systems can do the best. They are also used for people with alopecia along the front hairline. 

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Men’s Frontal Hair Pieces Before&After

How to Choose a Men’s Frontal Hair Piece

There are THREE aspects to look at when choosing men’s frontal hair systems:

  1. Size: Basically, sizes are determined by length and width. Most frontal hair systems fall into 2-inch wide and 6-inch long ranges.
  2. Color: Ensure that the front partial hair system match your client’s natural hair color to mix perfectly. You can refer to the color palette for an excellent choice.
  3. Base type: New Times Hair has frontal hair system bases available in both lace and skin materials. Keep an eye on the latest and most up-to-date product information at New Times Hair. 

Let’s look at two typical and extraordinary frontal hair systems by New Times Hair. One with a PU skin base and one with a lace base for a perfectly realistic look and breathability.

At New Times Hair, 100% human hair is used for all their top-quality partial frontal hair systems. With multiple sizes and colors available, they can mix perfectly with the wearer’s natural hair, so no one can tell the person is wearing a hairpiece.

Some frontal hair systems are designed to extend the whole realistically, mildly curved hairline and are highly customizable; some, however, are designed with a significant V-shape to get rid of the peak of the “V.”

Click to customize.

How to Install and Style Men’s Frontal Hair Piece

Step by step tutorial to fix a receding hairline with frontal hair piece:

  1. We first need to tidy up the wearer’s remaining hair to figure out how big the frontal needs to be and where to apply it. (Typically the width of four fingers above the eyebrows and right at the middle of the forehead will be the perfect spot where the front hairline starts. Dot the spot with a marker, and draw a line through it and across the width of the forehead. That’s the desired hairline you want.)
  2. Shave the areas within the line, removing short, fluffy hair, and making a smooth surface to attach the frontal.
  3. Thoroughly clean the scalp’s surface and sterilize it, making sure it is immaculate and oil-free for perfect adhesion.
  4. Determine where exactly you want the frontal to be, then try to stick it correctly in one go.

VALUABLE TIP MUSTN’T BE MISSED:

Install the Frontal Hair Piece Between the Gap of The Natural Hairline and the Hair on the Crown.

Some wearers whose front hairline is receding into a V-shape: it looks like the hair in the middle of the forehead is protruding forward, the sides retreating back. In the process of shaving his forehead, you can leave a few strands right at the peak of the “V”, and shave the rest of. So when you paste the frontal hairpiece for him, the few strands at the front is still his natural hair, and it will join immaculately with the hair on the frontal hairpiece to achieve a most natural, authentic look!

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Install the partial frontal hair piece after the natural hairline

Final Thoughts

In general, receding hairlines can be caused by several things, such as health problems, genetics, etc. To confirm the cause and cure, the person needs to see a specialist to be able to find out. Usually, each cure answers one problem only. 

Frontal hair systems, like many other partial hair systems made so far, are the most commonly used method for multiple hairline recession scenarios. It can help achieve instant volume and style without damaging the hair or scalp.

Why Shop at New Times Hair?

New Times Hair uses 100% human hair to make their latest hair systems, including partials and frontals, to achieve the most authentic look and naturalness while retaining top-notch quality.

The clients of New Times Hair are mainly salon owners and qualified hairstylists from over 200 countries worldwide.A lot of personal hairpiece users also purchase in bulk from us.

Having coped in the hair system industry for over a decade, from manufacturing to wholesaling, New Times Hair does them all, and knows the ins and outs of hair system and its related services, and has assisted over 2000 salon owners and stylists in expanding their business scope and attracting new customers.

We can do way more than just helping you figure out how to fix a receding hairline.

If you have any queries related to hair system products and services, such as how to install a hairpiece, how to take care of it, what to look at when choosing hair systems, or even how to start a salon providing services related to hair systems, our weathered hair experts will be you encyclopedia and take you through every misty, unknown step, till you prosper.

Click here for a thorough walk through of today’s top-quality and most sought-after hairpieces and partials.

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