Published on: 5/15/2025
At What Age Do Most People Start to Notice Balding?
Most people start noticing hair loss in their 20s and 30s, but it can happen earlier or later for some.
Explanation
Many people begin to notice hair loss in their late teens to early 20s, but it becomes more common in the 30s and 40s. According to medical studies, male pattern hair loss can start as early as 18 years old.
Factors Influencing Hair Loss
- Genetics: Your family history can play a big role in when you might start losing hair.
- Age: Hair loss is more likely as you get older.
Prevalence
- In men aged 18 to 49, hair loss is quite common. Studies show that a significant number of men experience some degree of hair loss by the age of 35.
Understanding that hair loss is a common issue can help ease concerns about its onset and progression. If you have questions or concerns, it's always a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider.
(References)
- Birch MP, & Messenger AG. (2001). Genetic factors predispose to balding and non-balding in .... European journal of dermatology : EJD, 11399536.
- Rhodes T, Girman CJ, Savin RC, Kaufman KD, Guo S, Lilly FR, et al. (1998). Prevalence of male pattern hair loss in 18-49 year old men. Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.], 9865198.
- Uzoigwe CE, Sanchez Franco LC, Gascon Conde I, & Sanchez Campoy A. (2018). Male pattern hair loss: Taking one for the team. Medical hypotheses, 29602452.
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