Receding Hairline? What Actually Works to Stop Hair Loss | Dermatologist Explains

Is your hairline receding at the temples? A changing hairline can have several causes, including androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss), traction alopecia, frontal fibrosing alopecia, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata. Some types of hair loss are reversible, while others can cause permanent damage to the hair follicles if treatment is delayed. In this video, dermatologist Dr. Dray explains the common causes of a receding hairline, how to recognize potential warning signs, and which treatments may help preserve hair growth. Learn about the differences between male and female pattern hair loss, how tight hairstyles can contribute to traction alopecia, and why frontal fibrosing alopecia is particularly important to recognize early. Dr. Dray also discusses increased hair shedding associated with telogen effluvium, autoimmune hair loss from alopecia areata, and other scalp conditions that may contribute to hair thinning. **Topics covered in this video include:** - How to tell whether your hairline is actually receding - Androgenetic alopecia and pattern hair loss - Minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for appropriate patients - Traction alopecia and the effects of tight hairstyles - Frontal fibrosing alopecia and eyebrow loss - Telogen effluvium and excessive hair shedding - Alopecia areata and autoimmune hair loss - Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) - Seborrheic dermatitis and scalp inflammation - When to see a dermatologist for a receding hairline