What is a Mature Hairline?

A mature hairline is a natural part of the aging process for most men. As men get older, their hairline recedes slightly at the temples and forehead to form an M-shape. This typically happens in a man’s 20s or 30s.

Here are some key things to know about mature hairlines:

How a Mature Hairline Differs From a Receding Hairline

• A mature hairline recedes slightly, usually about 1-1.5 inches above the forehead crease, creating a slight M-shape.
• A receding hairline continues retreating further back, often leaving larger exposed areas of the forehead.
• With a mature hairline, the temple recession typically stops at the mature hairline border. But with a receding hairline, the temples continue retreating further back.
• A mature hairline maintains the frontal hairline with no thinning or loss outside of the temples. But a receding hairline thins diffusely behind the hairline.

When Does a Mature Hairline Typically Develop?

• A mature hairline often develops during a man’s late 20s to 30s as their juvenile hairline transitions to a more adult shape.
• It may also develop in the late teens to early 20s for some men. But mature hairlines don’t suddenly appear later in adulthood.

Is My Hairline Maturing or Receding?

• Look at old photos to see your previous hairline shape and position. Compare it to now to determine if recession is within normal mature hairline range.
• Monitor your hairline yearly. If it’s continuing to recede further back, it may be more than just maturing.
• See your doctor or dermatologist if you notice diffuse thinning behind the hairline, not just at temples. This indicates a receding rather than maturing hairline.
• Genetics play a key role. If close male relatives have similar mature hairlines, yours is likely maturing rather than receding.

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