Having edges is very important because how are your braids supposed to look slick if you can't lay the edges and baby hairs? If you're struggling with your front hair edges, a chilled bottle of Pepsi is what you deserve because the fight against front hair loss is a full-time job. You might think the battle of feeding your face with skincare products is one of the difficult challenges, but if you're struggling with growing your edges back, you'll understand how tiring it is.

Losing your edges can give sleepless nights just as much as acne breakouts. Your edges define your hairstyles and your face in general, but once your hair starts thinning out, that's traction alopecia. Continuous strain on your front hair can cause it to break, so you may want to reconsider wearing frontal wigs and certain braided hairstyles that pull on your front hair. If you notice your edges are thinning out, you need to stop straining them to prevent traction alopecia and permanent hair loss.&nbsp;

Before you reach a point of no return, you can regrow your edges by following some of the steps we've listed and achieve a thicker hairline.

At this point, a board of hair directors and professionals need to have a meeting solely on what hairstyles are actually protective. Losing your edges with every new hairstyle change can have you panicking just as much as acne breakouts.&nbsp;

Ponytails are such good hairstyles that give your face a lift in such little time, but the downsides include losing your front hair. Hairstyles like box braids, stitch braids, ponytails and frontal wigs cause so much tension on your front hair, which causes it to thin. And the continuous tension on your front hair could turn into traction alopecia. It's a type of hair loss caused by continuous pulling of the hair. You might think you're simply losing hair, thinning out, or experiencing breakage, but it might be traction alopecia. If you suspect your case might be more serious than just thinning hair, you should see a trichologist or dermatologist.

Before you blame a product or a hairstyle you made, you might want to look at your mom's or grandma’s hair. Yes, genetics plays a huge role in our hair's health. Genetics might be the main cause of your front hair breaking, and reversing the damage can be quite difficult because of your DNA. The best option if your hair loss is caused by genetics is to prevent it at the early stages or try to treat it. Ask your family questions concerning their hair health so you know what to expect.&nbsp;

Don't be surprised. Your hormones can be the cause of things like skin problems, and thinning hair is not left out of the conversation. Changes in medication, medical conditions like thyroid conditions and hormonal changes can contribute to your thinning edges. No need to panic yet, though. If you think your hormonal changes might be the cause or you have undiagnosed medical conditions, visiting your doctor is the best option.

Bleaching your hair is such a beautiful experience, and I'm sure you have a list of colours you want to try out next, but if you're losing your front hair, you might want to take a break. Relaxing your hair and harsh chemical treatments can also contribute to front hair breakage. Your stylist matters a lot, too. If the stylist has little experience with chemical treatments, your front hair will suffer the consequences. Having a loyal hairstylist is the best option if you're relaxing or bleaching your hair to prevent frequent hair loss.&nbsp;

Your genes aren't the cause of your front hair loss? These steps can help you grow your front hair back and have a healthier hairline.&nbsp;

A few months without stitch braids will do you so much good that your scalp will thank you. I know many hairstyles on Pinterest claim to be protective, but really, they're not. They can do more harm than good, especially if you're using the wrong stylist. Sacrifice maybe a month or two without any tight hairstyle that pulls at your edges, so your front hair can breathe and heal if you start treatment.&nbsp;

Just the way men stick to one barber, you have to stick to one hairdresser if you love your edges. A familiar stylist would know how to manage your hair over time, and you'll also feel comfortable communicating if the hair is too tight on your scalp. Your wigs aren't left out of the conversation. Too tight or too loose, take a break from it. If you're always laying your wigs with glue almost every day, it can cause your edges to break. Those hair glues and other hair products cause too much friction and tension that can lead to hair breakage.&nbsp;

After the break and your hair grows back, you can resume making protective braid styles, but always leave out your edges. If you wear a glued frontal wig, don't ever rip the wig off your head without using a proper glue remover.&nbsp;

Those heat tools like blow dryers, curling irons, and hair straighteners are only causing your hair damage. The best option to regrow your front hair is to take a break from the heat tools. And if you need to use any heat tools, you have to use a heat-protectant spray first to prevent your edges from breaking or sizzling out.&nbsp;

You might think a hair bonnet is nothing more than an accessory, but it protects your hair and edges. To regrow your front hair, you have to be very intentional as to listen to your hair and pampering it properly. If you don't already have a hair bonnet or a silk or satin scarf, you need to get one. As a rough sleeper, I recommend getting a hair bonnet as they won't fall off your head easily, unlike scarves.

Before you get into bed, wrap your head with a hair bonnet or scarf to prevent breakage and friction and also maintain your hair's moisture.&nbsp;

Your scalp needs a good massage, and so do your edges. Prioritise your front hair by applying a good amount of moisturiser like Jamaican black castor oil at night to boost your hair's hydration levels and strengthen your edges.

Include intensive conditioning in your hair to improve hairline growth. Products like protein-based leave-in conditioners help with edges, and doing deep-conditioning treatments every week can improve your edges' health.

6. Be super gentle when brushing your hair

I understand you might be rushing to meet up with an appointment, but making it a habit to brush your hair in a rush will harm your edges. To reverse your hair breakage, you'd need to handle your hair with extreme care. Use a soft brush or an old toothbrush to lay your edges gently.

Prioritising just your hair care and not your scalp care is a huge step to regrowing your front hair. Your scalp deserves love, too, so treat it with hydrating treatments that help with blood stimulation. It helps with hair growth, so consider getting a scalp treatment or mask whenever you can.

How long does it take to regrow your edges?

Your hair won't grow back in a week, so don't be deceived by those TikTok videos you watch that promise fast hair growth if you purchase a certain product. Hair grows 1/inch every month, so you would need to be consistent for about 3 months or more with treatment to see a major difference in your hairline.&nbsp;

There's no quick remedy that will make your ruined edges grow back overnight. You'd need to be intentional and follow these steps to grow your front hair back. What your front hair needs is to be left alone. No stress, zero pressure and care.&nbsp;

Before reaching a point of no return, you can regrow your edges by following some of the steps we've listed and achieve a thicker hairline.

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