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The Best Women's Hairstyles For Receding Hairlines

The Best Women's Hairstyles For Receding Hairlines

When you have a receding hairline or sparse edges, it can be difficult to find hairstyles that work for you. Not only do you want to look and feel your best, you also don't want your hairstyles to cause further breakage or hair loss. These are the best women's hairstyles for receding hairlines so keep reading for all the info. 

Bangs 

If your issues with a receding hairline or sparse edges stem mostly from sparse patches, bangs could be a great way to camouflage your problem areas.

Although the thought of bangs might incite visions of a Lego-like block of hair on your forehead or even Beyoncé's questionable but iconic 2014 bangs, they're surprisingly versatile. Keep it classic with a full fringe or opt for the more whimsical and wispy version which has been trending recently with the style a favourite for cool-girl celebs like Suki Waterhouse.

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Side Parts

A deep side part can be amazing for hiding sparse edges if your hair loss is mainly concentrated on one side of your hair. A side part will work both to the left or to the right, allowing you to use the parted hair to disguise any areas of hair loss. 

Although Gen-Z might claim these are out of fashion, nothing is truly out of fashion if you wear it with confidence. 

Waves

Whether it's in a bob or left long, loose waves can disguise sparse patches of hair beautifully. They add more volume to your hair which also helps in drawing attention away from any obviously sparse patches of hair by allowing the hair to move and flow a little more freely.

Make the style damage-free by using a heatless method instead of using hot styling tools. It can take a few tries to get the technique down but once you do, it's super easy and means you wake up with your hair already done!

Wigs  

Wigs are a great way to style your hair without actually styling your natural hair. Full circumference wigs in particular are a great choice when it comes to the best hairstyles for people with receding hairlines or sparse edges. They allow you to be more adventurous with your hairstyles and even colour choices without the need to put your natural hair under excessive strain.

One of the best things to do to when it comes to treating a receding hairline or treating sparse edges is by keeping manipulation to the bare minimum to prevent further hair loss and shedding. Even better, you can style your wigs into the styles discussed above!

However, wigs alone won't help you keep receding hairlines or sparse edges protected especially if using potentially damaging attachment methods. Wigs are typically attached to the head using combs, clips or even glue. While these are the most common choices, they can be damaging to natural hair when used excessively. Instead of these archaic attachment methods, consider using the Wig Fix by The Renatural instead.

 

It's a medical-grade silicone hair gripper which grips to your wig to keep it secured. Taking just seconds to apply and remove, it works for people with and without bio hair. As it also helps to promote hair growth by stimulating blood flow, it's also perfect for people with receding or sparse hairlines.

Remember that if you're braiding or twisting your natural hair underneath your wig, make sure you don't style it too tight as this can lead to traction alopecia especially on hair that is already prone to hair loss. 

Do you have a receding hairline or thinning edges? Let us know which hairstyles you love to wear in the comments!

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Setup
01 Circumference
02 Front to Nape
03 Ear to Ear
Your Size
Setup

Before you start

What you need

Get this right
from the start

Most fit problems trace back to how the measurement was taken, not the number itself.

A soft fabric measuring tape — metal tapes give inaccurate readings.
With or without wig cap? If you plan to wear one, measure with it on.
Snug, not tight. The tape should sit firmly but not indent your skin.
A mirror or a friend. A second set of hands improves accuracy.
Circumference

Step 01 · Primary measurement

The anchor

Circumference

Place the tape around your head at the hairline — approximately ¼ inch above your eyebrows and ears. Bring it around the back at the base of your skull. Keep the tape parallel to the floor the entire way around.

Why it mattersThis is the primary anchor. When you're between sizes, circumference is always the tiebreaker.
Common mistakeTipping the tape up at the back. Keep it level all the way around.
Enter your circumference
inches

This number takes precedence

Front to Nape

Step 02 · Secondary measurement

Nape comfort

Front to Nape

Start at your natural hairline at the center of your forehead. Run the tape back over the crown to the nape of your neck where your hairline ends. Let the tape follow the curve of your head.

Why it mattersDetermines nape comfort over a full day. If slightly short, you'll feel it by afternoon.
Common mistakeStarting from the scalp instead of the hairline. Always begin at the hairline.
Enter your front to nape
inches

Affects nape comfort over long wear

Ear to Ear

Step 03 · Secondary measurement

Front stability

Ear to Ear

Begin at the top of one ear where it starts to curve. Bring the tape up and over the crown to the same point on the opposite ear. The tape runs across the top of your head, not around it.

Why it mattersControls whether the front stays in place. If too small, the wig will gradually ride back over the course of the day.
Common mistakeStarting at the earlobe instead of the top curve. This adds length unnecessarily.
Enter your ear to ear
inches

Determines front stability and placement

Your recommended cap

Retake measurements

Understanding your size

Your cap has a range

The adjustable back strap gives you roughly half an inch of flexibility in each direction.
If you're between sizes, sizing up always works — a slightly larger cap adjusted with the strap fits better than a slightly small one.
A full day of wear tells you more than 10 minutes. Nape comfort reveals itself over hours.

On comfort and security

A well-fitting wig should feel comfortable — not tight, not grippy.

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Tight is not security."

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