5 Ways to Tell Your Hairline is Receding
The hairline is where the hair begins, separating the forehead and the scalp. Over time, hair loss may cause the hairline to recede. Accordingly, the forehead area may look wider than usual. Early detection of a receding hairline can give individuals the opportunity to take necessary steps to stop hair loss. A receding hairline can be difficult for individuals to identify. It is not easy to notice how much the reflection you see in the mirror every day has changed over time. However, the following points may help to identify a receding hairline easily:
- Your Hairline has Receded Compared to a Few Months Ago.
It is considered normal for the hairline to recede over time in adulthood. However, if your hairline has receded by 1.5-2 cm in a few months, and you can easily see this in photographs, it may indicate that your hairline is receding rapidly.
- Your Hairline is Taking an “M” Shape
Hair loss on the sides of the forehead causes the hairline to take on the shape of the letter ‘M’ over time, and a so-called ‘widow’s peak’ look in the middle of the forehead. This is one of the most prominent indicators of a receding hairline.
- Irregular & Uneven Hairline
The hairline will usually have the same density of hair along the plane that forms the line. However, over time, hair loss can cause hair density to decrease in some regions of the hairline, resulting in an irregular appearance. This is one of the first signs of a receding hairline.
- Thinner Hair at the Hairline Compared to the Rest of the Hair
The hair strands at and around the hairline may appear thinner than the hair strands at the back of your head. This can be a sign that they are in the process of falling out and that your hairline is starting to recede.
- More Hair Loss Than Usual
A receding hairline is caused by hair loss, as we have mentioned before. In male pattern hair loss in particular, a receding hairline is quite common. If you lose more hair strands during the day than you have in the past, your hairline is likely receding.
A receding hairline is one of the most common problems experienced by men struggling with hair loss. With a successful hairline design and hair transplant procedure, it’s possible to offer the individual a hairline that is natural and in compliance with the aesthetic integrity of the face.
