Any tips for thinning front hair?

P.S. you may need to ask your GP for a referral to a dermatologist.

Might this be "Lichen planus."? My advice is to see your GP, ASAP. Lichen planus is a non-reversible condition but it can be halted with regular applications of an appropriately prescribed medication.

I lost a lot of hair after an operation last year.
A course of biotin was recommended, also shampoo and conditioner with rosemary. The hair has come back, but quite unruly!

... it's worth looking at Thyroid UK on line as others will experience same. Are you well or tired, low energy, low mood, many symptoms if running low hypo

Please ensure thyroid is checked. Although GP says TSH is ok up to quite a number it really isn't - as on Thyroid UK and endocrinologist who advocate it should be 2 or under
- how can there be such a contrast!!?
Just to say that hair thinning/loss is feature of hypothyroidism ( thyroid running low).
Apologies if this has been written above as not had time to read through
Selenium is a good thing for hypo. Also good levels of D. Folate, Ferratin and B12
May be worth looking into as it must be upsetting

Another sufferer here. I dread going to the hairdressers as its so embarrassing looking at it in the mirror.

I forgot to mention that the doctor also found I was low on zinc, which is not usually tested. So I take zinc a couple of times a week.

I feel for you! I also had very thick hair then about 3 years ago, it startef falling out in clumps and receding at the front. I had a heart problem at the time and found it very upsetting. These are the things that are helping me, as I seem to have new hair growing and the hairloss has become normal: using Biopixlin serum, taking Nutrafol supplements, and using Eucerin Dermocapillaire shampoo. It’s very costly and nothing happens quickly but for me it’s been worthwhile. Good luck !

I’m shedding hair thru family illness stress.. have always had full volume on head but in March, I developed a very itchy scalp at base of neck.. thought I had nits or some allergic reaction as it was soo itchy.. saw my hair stylist and she she said I had a raised red scalp on nape of neck ..
Went to GP few wks later, she prescribed a cortisone cream for 7 days followed by ?Dactarin .. it’s very difficult applying these creams but initially felt the scalp itch improved until few wks ago when I noticed shedding of hair when brushing .. was quite alarmed at this and mentioned again to hair stylist, she took pics and am going back to GP later this mth to ask what this dry scalp itch is… I’ve not had any new meds .. the only thing I’ve got new is my titanium rod in thigh and ceramic hip joint.. am wondering if this could be a metal allergy?

Visting hairdresser every 5 days! Lucky you....6 times a month must cost a fortune....

You are completely right Dollshouse. It it's one of the biggest knocks we can take. I have never had much confidence. Now I have none.

gentleshores
I had the same problem. Lots of thick hair when younger but started to thin after menopause and a heart attack. I have used UK Scalp Serum for about six months now and my hair is much thicker again. Even my hairdresser says she can see new growth so I am not kidding myself! It does take commitment and isn’t particularly cheap but it does seem to work. I put it on every day and then use an electric scalp massager for four minutes to make sure it soaks in. Tip my head upside and brush for fifty strokes to stimulate the blood supply.
I listened to a podcast called Sliced Bread that suggested this works scientifically so thought I would give it a try!
I am now only using the serum a couple of times a week. It isn’t cheap but it does last quite a long time. Hope this helps.

Is your hair breaking off because it’s dry or fragile? There are numerous conditioners which can help. It might be worth getting your thyroid function checked also.

I always had very thick hair, but it started thinning when I was about 50. My thinning hair still looked subtantial, so my doctor rubbished my concerns. I persisted, however, by saying it was much thicker before, but had changed dramatically - so it must be a symptom of some health issue. It turned out that I had a low-functioning thyroid gland, and have been on thyroid medication ever since. While my hair isn't as thick as when I was 20, it became thicker again and is still unusually thick for an elderly woman. The thyroid medication halted the decline!

I must agree about collagen, I have been taking Nutrition Geeks Collagen Glow Up, which is a bovine collagen for just 1 month and there is a difference to my hair. I have silver white hair and my scalp was getting much more visible, especially visible when style has a parting. The difference is noticeable already and the amount coming out is less. I take 2 teaspoons of powder in coffee once daily, it's tasteless, so I am happy with that. I do take Statins and have had low vit D levels in past, my nails are growing and stronger too. I tried biotin shampoo and the German one - silver hair version but neither worked. I have also got a much better haircut now which makes a difference as before I was struggling to style it. So many things to try or reasons for the thinning, hopefully you will find what works for you.

Does anyone wear a bandanna or hair band to keep what hair they have in place? If so, how are you getting on with it? Grateful for advice

gentleshores Having been through a stressful time 18 months ago my hair fell out in handfuls. My hairdresser recommended Niotin System 2. After 3 months there was definitely a huge improvement and I have continued using it. My hair had thickened up very well and I was pleased. Unfortunately I contracted Pneumonia in April and was very ill. The medication and the illness have resulted in another bout of hair loss and I am just hoping that the Nioxin helps again. It is fairly expensive but lasts for longer than I expected. You can get it at Boots or Amazon. www.boots.com/nioxin-scalp-and-hair-thickening-system-2-for-natural-hair-with-progressed-thinning-trial-kit-10350708?traffic=paid.shopping&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20764718777&gbraid=0AAAAA-AdmwSZXuMEQDMOdgwokvFC-Y6tN&gclid=CjwKCAjw2vTFBhAuEiwAFaScwjtQUt8JMrHytjTKZqOi_KNp5DnSEXRP2Hj5zTujBF44bIjDXogqxxoCzdwQAvD_BwE

I'm not sure if you can use coconut oil with your other conditions or your other tablets,
But worth a try .

A year ago I noticed my hair was thinning and falling out much more than usual. I was very worried as my sister has very thin hair and has resorted to wearing a hair topper (which looks good). I spoke to my hairdresser who said that there can be times when all the follicles align for losing hair at the same time and that that could be one cause. I started to use Waterman's Grow me shampoo and conditioner and took marine collagen. This combination has halted the loss and the regrowth is looking good again. My hair is not quite as thick as it was but is better. I was 70 this year and decided to stop dying my hair so I'm hoping that will also help. It is one of the biggest knock to self confidence that we can face and on top of losing self confidence as we get older it can severely limit our going out and about. 'gentleshores' I do hope some of the wonderful advice on here will help you.

Ask your GP for a thyroid blood test. Thinning hair can be a symptom of thyroid disease. Grief and shock can also cause hair loss as well as the menopause. It's upsetting. What I don't like is the thin and whispy bits. A volumising mousse or spray can help give the illusion of more hair.

I can't recommend these more highly. They have really made a difference to my hair.
www.glowwa.com/

I had the same issue thinning all over but mainly at the front and on top.
The GP was unhelpful ("age" ) but sent me to a specialist who also said age (no one took any notice of me when I kept on saying that my hair had already changed texture thickness several years before) and prescribed Minoxidil which isn't available on prescription in my area, but which I bought and used for 6 months. It had no effect at all.
As a last ditch attempt at a solution my sister bought me Champo products for my birthday. These actually made a difference! They are not cheap, but I now use the serum every day and my hair is growing more densely, although it is still very fine so will never feel as thick as it once did (I'm talking a pony tail being about 1/5 the diameter where you put the band around). Hair has filled out at my temples and on top of my head, and the appearance is much better.
I used the shampoo and conditioner for about a year, as I said very expensive BUT the company advises washing once not twice, using small amounts, and not washing your hair as often, so a bottle really does last.
The gummies I didn't bother with but I did look up the ingredients, research them, and took some separate supplements which I thought might be lacking in my diet.
As I said, I still use the serum, again expensive, but it really is a few drops a day (visible difference after 4 weeks and continued to improve) and massage in or use a wide toothed comb or special head massage comb. I just use the broader end of an ordinary plastic comb.
I use the Pitta formula. This is the company website www.champohaircare.com/collections/shop - also worth checking eg ebay in case you can get items a bit cheaper.
Good luck!

gentleshores

I have always had very thick hair, and a lot of it, and still do have at the back. But at the front above my forehead it is starting to look really quite thin. Because of the blood thinning medication I have, I can't take a lot of the natural supplements or vitamins I would normally try - eg cod liver oil, vitamin E etc as they're contraindicated. I do have a fairly balanced diet.

Neither can I use rosemary (traditionally that used to be good for hair thickening) for the same reason.

I'm finding it slightly alarming as no-one in our family has ever had thinning front hair before! Male or female.

I have a similar problem and like you am on medication which precludes many supplements. I have my hair short, avoid using hair dryer and curling tongs whenever possible to avoid the frizz which seems worse with sparse hair! After much experimentation I found the Charles Worthington Thicker and Fuller range the most effective, especially the styling mousse. Reluctantly I also had to stop colouring my hair as it did affect the condition adversely and even though it’s still thin, it looks better even though it’s grey. It’s all trial and error! Good luck

I'm glad you've found something to help Maggie. Good luck. Too late for me as mine has all gone. It's been horrendous and life changing.

I wonder if it’s age related in my case and not much I can do about it as mine also is slightly thinner at the front,
I’m in my seventies.
Also had a recent blood test and all vitamins etc good I do take vitamin tablets and a cod liver oil capsule daily
But that’s not stopping mine from thinning, also appreciate anything else to try.