As we age, the hairline recedes naturally. In men, this usually happens between 20 and 35 years old. Once your hair reaches its “mature hairline”, the speed at which your hair thins and recedes begins to slow down.
It is very difficult to stop a hairline recession once it has started, however, there are some therapies, natural treatments, and drugs that can help you maintain healthy hair from the start. Hair loss is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
What causes a receding hairline?
There are several factors that can cause hair loss and trigger receding hairlines. They are listed below:
Genetic predisposition – Genetic inheritance is the most frequent cause of a receding hairline in men. If you have a family history of hair loss and a receding hairline, you are more likely to experience these hair changes in adulthood. It is very difficult to prevent genetic hair loss unless you begin to properly care for your hair at a young age. The majority of our hair transplant Michigan patients typically have a family history of hair loss.
Hormone imbalance – Hormonal imbalance is another important factor to consider. The various hormonal changes that result in the body from stress, dietary problems or medications can cause the hairline to recede. Stress is one of the most powerful triggers of hormone imbalance. We go deeper into stress below.
Medications – Medications used to treat cancer, blood pressure, heart disease, gout, and depression can cause hair loss in men. One of the main side effects of chemotherapy is hair loss, which can continue even after treatment. Make sure to ask your doctor if there are alternatives to your medication which do not cause hair loss.
Insufficient nutrition – When the body does not receive the required vitamins and nutrients, it begins to present symptoms to warn us that something is wrong. Hair loss is one of those symptoms. For your hair to grow properly, you should be consuming a healthy diet full of vitamins, nutrients, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Stress – Whether emotional or physical, stress is one of the main causes of hair loss in men. Stress can trigger genetic hair loss to begin earlier and even trigger hair loss in those with no history of it. It is important that men incorporate common wellness practices into their lives in order to reduce stress. Common wellness practices to reduce stress include regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and healthy eating.
Treating a receding hairline at home
Massage your scalp – Massaging your scalp increases blood flow and invigorates hair follicles. A few minutes of hair massages not only activates the cells that promote hair growth but also reduces stress.
Castor oil works perfectly as a massage oil. This oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal to apply on the scalp. It is also rich in antioxidants and balances hair pH levels.
Follow a healthy diet – In many cases, hair loss is due to nutritional deficiencies. Therefore, be sure to include a good mix of vitamins and minerals that promote hair growth in your diet.
Iron sources, such as beans, lentils, leafy greens, pumpkin, and whole grains can help stimulate hair growth by increasing hemoglobin levels in the blood. Multiple studies have shown that iron levels affect hair growth. Increase your intake of amino acids as well, since they produce keratin. Keratin is essential for hair growth, and the red blood cells that supply nutrients to the hair follicles.
Avoid junk food and refined food. Choose foods grown naturally and eat them minimally cooked. Increase your omega-3 intake as well. Omega-3 fatty acids stimulate hair growth, fight free radicals and reduce inflammation of the scalp.
Medical treatment of a receding hairline
Hormone replacement – Hormone replacement therapy involves increasing the levels of estrogen and progesterone through supplements that are taken orally or applied as a cream, gel or patch. Hormone replacement therapy can help prevent hair loss when used in the very early stages of hair loss.
Medications – Minoxidil and Finasteride are two medications that help hair grow. The application of Minoxidil on the scalp increases blood flow and revitalizes the hair follicles, resulting in hair growth. Intake of Finasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), which causes hair loss. Keep in mind that Finasteride should only be used by men to treat male baldness.
Here at Venus Hair Restoration, we use FUE hair transplantation to restore hair. All of the aforementioned techniques for preventing hair loss are great but they are not much more than that, preventative. A hair transplant is currently the only way to restore hair that has been lost, quickly, safely, and permanently. You can learn more about hair transplant surgery here on our website or by coming in for a free consultation. We are Michigan’s hair transplant specialists.
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