Avoid tight hairstyles. Any style that tugs tightly on your hair follicles can worsen hair loss, so keep your styling loose and flexible.
A short haircut could be a great choice for men with thinning hair at the top of the head or a balding crown as shorter styles can help to camouflage thinning areas and make the hair appear fuller.
Kerchiefs: Similar to bandanas, kerchiefs are another easy option for covering your head during treatment-related hair loss. They fit just about everyone, and some are lightly padded in the front to prevent gaping.
Hairstyles that minimize pulling and tension on the hair, such as loose braids or buns, can help reduce hair loss. Avoiding tight hairstyles and excessive use of hair accessories can also promote healthier hair growth. It's essential to balance style preferences with hair care practices tailored to individual needs.
Blunt Bob. The shorter and blunter your hair is, the fuller it will appear, Collins says. “If you're experiencing hair loss, chances are there is already texture in your hair, so there is no need to add this,” he says. “Just go for as blunt as possible.”
You can look into disguising and covering up your hair loss with things like wigs, hair extensions, scarves and make-up. Persevere until you find a product and style that suits you. Equally, you may prefer not to cover up at all.
If you're struggling with hair loss, the Big 3—Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Ketoconazole Shampoo—are among the most effective treatments available today.
Stop wearing your hair tightly pulled back in a bun, ponytail, pigtails, cornrows, or braids. If you have a habit of twisting your hair around your finger or pulling on it, try to stop. Brush or comb your hair gently, and only enough to style it. If you smoke, stop.
Effective treatments for some types of hair loss are available. You might be able to reverse hair loss, or at least slow it. With some conditions, such as patchy hair loss (alopecia areata), hair may regrow without treatment within a year. Treatments for hair loss include medications and surgery.
Slicking back your hair can be a great haircut for balding crowns. It allows you to drag back the hair from near the front of your scalp, where it is often thicker. Then, position it in a way that covers the top of your head. A high fade is a great addition to the slicked back look to give it a more modern feel.
Low ponytail or bun
For a classic and elegant look, you can't go wrong with a low ponytail or bun. Unlike their tight counterparts, low ponytails and buns are gentler on your hair as they reduce the tension and pulling.
While topknots, space buns, and baby ponytails are great grow-out accomplices, they don't work particularly well with top-heavy layers. If you're transitioning from an undercut or graduated pixie or bob, play with vertical styles like these stacked buns instead.
Severe and prolonged hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can cause loss of hair. The loss is diffuse and involves the entire scalp rather than discrete areas. The hair appears uniformly sparse.
Taking hair loss medication
According to a 2019 review of studies , minoxidil, applied topically, is the go-to treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women. Minoxidil is the active ingredient in Rogaine, which is available over the counter (OTC).