Are you experiencing thinning or even disappearing edges and don't know how to reverse the trend? Rest assured, hair loss around the edges is a common problem, especially for people with textured hair. The good news is that there are effective solutions to stimulate regrowth and preserve these fragile areas.

In this article, we'll explore the causes of hair loss, identify the best prevention strategies and suggest a targeted routine to restore thick, healthy edges.

Understanding Edge Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

Causes

Several factors can contribute to the thinning or loss of edges. Understanding these causes is the first step to adopting the right gestures:

• Excessive tension: Too-tight hairstyles (braids, buns, extensions) exert continuous traction on hair follicles, causing traction alopecia.

• Excessive heat: Frequent straightening, blow-drying and curling irons damage the hair fiber, making hair more fragile and prone to breakage.

• Excessive handling: Constant brushing, combing or handling of the edges can lead to premature wear and weaken the area.

• Hormonal imbalance: Hormonal changes due to pregnancy, menopause or thyroid disorders can slow hair growth.

• Unsuitable products: Certain shampoos containing sulfates, alcohol or silicones can dry out hair and irritate the scalp, aggravating hair loss.

• Nutritional deficiencies: Insufficient intake of vitamins and minerals such as iron, biotin and omega-3 can slow growth and weaken hair.

Symptoms

• Visible reduction in hair density at the temples and forehead.

• Sparse or even completely bald areas.

• Finer, more brittle hair, harder to style at the edges.

• Itching or sensitivity of weakened scalp.

Prevention

To avoid or slow down the loss of edges, adopt the following actions:

• Opt for loose protective hairstyles: Prefer styles that minimize tension (vanilles, twist-outs, loose braids).

• Use stimulating vegetable oils: Castor oil, Chébé oil and rosemary oil are reputed to promote growth and fortify hair follicles. 

• Massage the scalp regularly to activate blood circulation and oxygenate hair follicles.

• Choose gentle care products: sulfate-free shampoos, moisturizing conditioners and nourishing creams for sensitive areas.

Nourishing Your Scalp: Essential Tips for Edge Hair Revival 

Essential Tip 1 : Choose nourishing oils

Vegetable oils are ideal for strengthening hair follicles and nourishing fragile edges. 

Here are the most effective:

• Chébé oil: Known for its ancestral properties, Chébé oil helps fortify hair fiber and limit breakage.

• Castor oil: Rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, it is renowned for stimulating microcirculation and promoting rapid hair growth.

• Jojoba oil: Similar to natural sebum, it deeply moisturizes and maintains the scalp's balance.

Be sure to choose your hair oil according to your porosity. You can see our recommendations for the best hair growth products for women.

Our tip: Apply a few drops to the edges of your hair, massage gently for 5 minutes and leave on overnight.

Essential Tip 2 : Eat a balanced diet

Your hair reflects your inner health. To promote optimal hair growth, rely on :

• Biotin (vitamin B7): Found in eggs, almonds and avocado, it stimulates keratin production.

• Iron: Essential for follicle oxygenation, found in spinach, lentils and red meats.

• Omega-3: These essential fatty acids, found in oily fish and flaxseed, moisturize the scalp.

Essential Tip 3 : Self-massage your scalp

A daily massage of your edges improves blood circulation and promotes hair growth.

• Technique: Using your fingers or a scalp massager, perform gentle circular movements for 5 to 10 minutes.

• Natural boost: Add a few drops of rosemary or peppermint essential oil to further stimulate hair follicles.

Essential Tip 4 : Choose products rich in postbiotics

Postbiotics are good bacteria that help balance the scalp's natural microbiome. Derived from bacterial fermentation, they balance the scalp microbiome, boost natural defenses and promote healthy regrowth.

Hair Care Routine for Edge Regrowth

Tip 1: Gently cleanse

Use a sulfate-free moisturizing shampoo to avoid drying out the edges. Sulfates can strip away the natural oils essential to scalp health. Choose a shampoo enriched with nourishing ingredients such as aloe vera, coconut oil or glycerine. Wash your hair 1-2 times a week to avoid depriving your hairline of the moisture it needs.

How to apply? Gently massage into the scalp, concentrating on the edges to remove impurities and stimulate blood circulation. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water to avoid drying out the hair fiber.

Tip 2: Apply a deep conditioner

Once a week, use a mask based on proteins and plant oils to strengthen fragile areas. Hair masks provide deep hydration and repair micro-injuries to hair follicles.

Which ingredients to choose? Keratin (to strengthen the hair fiber), castor oil (to stimulate growth), Chébé (to repair hair bonds), postbiotics (to maintain a healthy scalp) and shea butter (to deeply moisturize).

How to apply? Apply the mask to clean, damp hair, paying particular attention to the edges. Leave on for 20-30 minutes under a heated cap to optimize penetration of active ingredients, then rinse thoroughly.

Tip 3 : Step 3: Moisturize and seal

Apply a leave-in conditioner followed by an oil for hair and scalp to maintain moisture and protect the edges. Hydration is essential to prevent breakage and promote growth. The leave-in softens hair and facilitates styling, while the oil seals in moisture and protects edges from external aggression.

How to apply? After each wash, apply a dab of leave-in conditioner to your hair edges, massaging gently. Then use a few drops of oil to seal in moisture. Repeat this process every other day to keep your edges nourished and hydrated.

Dos and Don'ts For Hair Edges

Do :

• Sleep with a satin cap or pillowcase to reduce friction.

• Use soft accessories (natural hair brushes, silk scrunchies).

• Space out tight hairstyles and opt protective styles.

• Incorporate post-biotics into your hair routine to strengthen follicles.

Don’t :

• Apply too much styling gel containing silicones and/or sulfates.

• Brush your hair dry: this promotes breakage.

• Overuse heating appliances without thermal protection.

• Skip moisturizing and nourishing treatments.

Nourish Your Edges With Chéribé

Taking care of your borders requires patience and the right routine. By adopting the right gestures and choosing nourishing products, you can regain thick, beautiful edges.

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