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Why Are You Experiencing A Mature Hairline?

By Benjamin Scott

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Published: 02Jul2009
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Despite the fact that a mature hairline is rather common amongst males, the question every man asks is why me? No one dreams of growing up and having their hairline gradually dissipate over time. Before you begin treatment to slow down your mature hairline from receding, it is important you understand why this is happening to you.

Genetic hair loss is due to a male hormone called dihydrotestosterone. As testosterone combines with an enzyme known as 5 Alpha Reductase, dihydrotestosterone begins to produce. This then attacks the hair follicles and gradually eliminates your hair. The stat that no man wants to hear is that men can lose as much as 50 percent of their frontal hair before even noticing genetic hair loss.

If you notice that your hair looks thinner it is important to accept it immediately because the faster you start treating it the better the results. If you can see your scalp through your hair, one way to find out if it is male pattern baldness is by plucking hair from the scalp that looks thinner and from the area that looks thicker.

If you compare the hairs through a magnifying glass and notice that some of them are much thinner than others, it is probably male pattern baldness. The best step to really take is to visit a dermatologist which will examine your scalp and determine the exact cause of your hair loss.

Unlike what you may have heard or originally believed, hair loss is not caused by clogged pores, poor circulation, or a lack of oxygen. While there are other causes for a mature hairline, 95 percent of the time it is due to the sensitivity of the hair follicles towards dihydrotestosterone.

When dihydrotestosterone attaches to the hair follicles it does not allow blood to flow freely to the scalp and provide the nutrients necessary for healthy hair growth. The result is thinner hair which eventually falls out.

There are a number of different kinds of mature hairlines that men may experience. It is just about the most difficult problem you will have to deal with as it comes before crown hair loss and vertex hair loss. If you think it will not happen to you, keep in mind that 2 in 3 men will experience some form of hair loss. For many it will be frontal or temple hair loss.

These are staggering numbers that you need to be aware of if you are a male. Whether you have a mature hairline or not, it is important you keep an eye on it as you age. This information will help you understand why it is happening to you so you can better treat the problem.

Benjamin Scott is the owner of a hair loss forum called hair loss duel. His goal is to create one of the largest hair loss resources online to help individuals fight hair loss. Join his free forum today and start your own discussion at: http://www.hairlossduel.com

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