Remedies for a receding hairline

Gradual thinning at the temples can occur with male pattern hair loss, while a smooth band of loss may reflect repeated tension from tight hairstyles or coverings. Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause recession with eyebrow thinning, itch, or scalp changes and needs early medical assessment because inflammation may damage follicles. A dermatologist examines the pattern, scalp, hair shafts, and history before recommending a remedy. See the guide to [Male Pattern Hair Loss](/conditions/androgenetic-alopecia/) or [Traction Alopecia](/conditions/traction-alopecia/) for more context.

Avoid tight braids, extensions, slick styles, and frequent pulling around the temples. Use gentle washing and avoid scratching or harsh chemical processing when the scalp is irritated. A clinician may discuss topical or oral medicines; [Finasteride Treatment](/treatments/hair-restoration/finasteride-therapy/) is prescription-only and requires a suitability discussion. If loss is established and stable enough for a procedure, [Hair Transplant](/treatments/hair-restoration/hair-transplant/) may redistribute follicles, but it does not treat every underlying cause.

Arrange a dermatology review if recession is sudden, rapidly progressing, painful, scaly, itchy, or associated with redness, broken hairs, eyebrow loss, or smooth patches. Prompt assessment matters when inflammation or traction may be active. Bring a list of medicines, recent illness, family hair history, and photographs that show how the hairline has changed.

What pattern of hair loss do you see? Could traction or inflammation be contributing? Which treatment fits my health history? How will we monitor benefit and unwanted effects? If restoration is considered, is the cause controlled first?