If your hair stylist has messed up your hairline, there are several options to fix the problem. You can wear a wig or false hair extensions to cover up the problem. Sadly, these options do not solve the problem. Here are some tips for fixing a messed up hairline:
Root touch-up powder to fake a fuller, ultra-thick hairline
If you’re looking to create a thick hairline but can’t afford the expense of a salon visit, try using a root touch-up powder. This matte powder can help cover gray hairs and make your hairline look thicker. With a little effort, you can create a full hairline in no time! The best part is that it doesn’t cost much.
A drugstore favorite takes just three seconds to apply and stays in place until your next shampoo. Its long-lasting formula doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice quality. It comes in a wide range of shades to match any hair color and give you the perfect finish. Its magnetic technology helps to keep fibers together while creating a natural look that stays put until your next shampoo.
Keeping your head covered if your barber messes up your hairline
Keeping your head covered when your barber messes up your hair line is an excellent way to hide the blotchy area and hide a bad edge. A bad edge can be a little embarrassing, but luckily it’s a relatively easy fix. Simply wear a hat or durag to cover your hairline, and your barber won’t have to worry about it.
Depending on the type of mistake your barber made, your hairline may recede, creating an uneven look. A buzzing technique may fix the problem, or a hat might be a stylish fix. However, if your barber messed up your hairline, it can take a while for it to grow back. Keeping your head covered will prevent your barber from becoming discouraged and may help you get the right haircut.
Finasteride
In 1992, a drug called finasteride was approved to treat prostate hyperplasia, also known as a’messed up hairline’. Its makers were even named 1993’s invents of the year. This drug was discovered during a study by Dr. Imperato-McGinley, who studied children in a Dominican village and found that those children did not suffer from hair loss, had smaller prostate glands, and had low levels of DHT.
One of the most common treatments for a messed-up hairline is finasteride, a prescription medication that is easier to use than minoxidil. However, this medication is not without side effects. Finasteride can increase anxiety and low mood in men, and is best withdrawn from use at least two to three months before attempting to conceive. It can also have an adverse effect on hair transplant results.
Traction alopecia
If you’re wondering what’s causing your messed up hairline, you may have traction alopecia. Typically, traction alopecia causes the follicle to be destroyed but leaves the hair vellus intact. While hair growth is not guaranteed, in some cases, it’s possible to get hair back. If this is your situation, don’t worry; traction alopecia is treatable.
Symptoms of traction alopecia typically manifest on the scalp only, but may occur elsewhere on the hair. It’s most noticeable on the outermost hairs of the braid and the scalp margins. Hair loss can be accompanied by a widened part line and receding hairline. Although traction alopecia is most often caused by hairstyling, it can also be caused by nit combing or vigorous brushing. You’ll notice broken hairs and empty follicles close to the skin.
Laser hair therapy
Whether you are experiencing early stages of hair loss or have completely lost your hair, laser hair therapy can help you regain your haphazard hairline. The light from the laser acts on the cytochrome C oxidase in the hair follicle cells, producing adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is then converted to cyclic AMP, a chemical that helps the body produce more hair. Laser hair therapy also stimulates the release of nitric oxide in the cells, which increases vascularisation to the scalp and enables the distribution of oxygen and nutrients to the roots of the hair. As a result, excessive production of DHT is prevented.
Low-level laser therapy is not appropriate for those who have advanced hair loss or are undergoing chemotherapy. Patients are generally required to undergo several sessions over a period of weeks or months to see results. Patients should expect to see results after the fifth treatment, with clearer results after three months. New hair will grow in the bald area in the future. But the procedure can be costly – several sessions per week are needed. Moreover, the procedure can interfere with certain medications. Photosensitizing medications, for example, alter the skin’s sensitivity to light and may interact with laser treatment.
Hair transplant surgery
Before undergoing hair transplant surgery for messed up or receding hairlines, it’s important to check whether the doctor you’ve selected is properly licensed. All independent clinics and hospitals in England must be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Be sure to choose a doctor who has a proven track record of success. You can also find out if the surgeon has an established reputation by looking at his or her website.
The procedure typically occurs in a doctor’s office. After administering an anesthetic to numb the back of your head, the surgeon then separates a strip of scalp from the back of your head. Each graft contains one or more hairs, which are inserted into the balding areas one by one. Afterwards, the surgeon will stitch the scalp closed and hide the surgical site with remaining hair.
