Hair Care
Thinning edges: what helps and what hurts
By Heather Dapaah · 5 min read
Edges are the finest, most fragile hair on the head. They show stress first and recover slowest.
What hurts
Tight installs, heavy extensions pulling at the hairline, daily slicking with strong-hold gel and stiff brushes, and the same tension point week after week.
What helps
Lower-tension styles, moving where the weight sits, softer brushes and a gentle routine. Expect results over months, not weeks.
From the chair. If thinning is sudden or patchy, or comes with pain or scaling, see your GP or a trichologist. A salon can support recovery but shouldn’t replace medical advice.
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