10 Common Myths About Hair Loss in Men

Many myths exist regarding hair loss in men.  See how many you've heard!

Myth: Wearing hats causes baldness
Fact: Hats do not block oxygen to hair. Follicles get nutrients and oxygen from the bloodstream, not the air. Only very tight headwear that pulls hair over time can cause traction alopecia. PMC

Myth: Hair loss only comes from your mother’s side
Fact: Androgenetic alopecia is polygenic. You can inherit risk from either parent. The androgen receptor gene on the X chromosome matters, but many other genes also play a role. PubMed+1

Myth: Frequent shampooing makes your hair fall out
Fact: Shampooing only removes hairs that already let go during the normal shedding phase. Clean scalps are healthy scalps. Washing does not cause male pattern hair loss. NCBI

Myth: Bald men have higher testosterone and are more virile
Fact: The key driver is follicle sensitivity to DHT, a potent form of testosterone, not the total testosterone level. In men who are genetically prone, DHT tells follicles to shrink over time. PubMed

Myth: Stress is the main cause of permanent hair loss
Fact: Severe stress can trigger telogen effluvium, which is usually temporary. Permanent male pattern baldness is mostly genetics plus DHT sensitivity. PubMed

Myth: Cutting or shaving makes hair grow back thicker
Fact: Shaving changes the blunt tip you feel, not the follicle under the skin. Thickness and growth rate are set by the follicle and do not change with trimming.

Myth: Styling products like gel or hairspray cause baldness
Fact: These products touch the hair shaft, not the follicle. Harsh chemicals or very tight styles can cause breakage or traction, which is different from androgenic alopecia hair regrowth patterns. PMC

Myth: Hair loss is only a problem for older men
Fact: Male pattern thinning often starts in the late teens or twenties. It becomes more common with age, but early onset is not rare. NCBI

Myth: Poor blood circulation to the scalp causes hair loss
Fact: Circulation is not the root cause of male pattern baldness. Genetics and DHT sensitivity drive the miniaturization process. PubMed

Myth: Hair loss is irreversible and there are no effective treatments
Fact: Evidence-based options exist. Prescription options exist, though some people prefer a non-drug route such as a natural scalp health hydrogel. Deoxylocks uses 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth in a lightweight Deoxylocks hydrogel hair growth formula that supports scalp comfort and routine use- all without harsh sexual side effects!  This can sit alongside gentle cleansing and low-tension styling as part of a practical hair loss treatment plan. PMC

Where Deoxylocks can fit

If you want the best product for hair regrowth that stays aligned with a clean routine, consider Deoxylocks as a hair density serum approach and a minoxidil alternative 2DDR gel. Our focus is a scientific hair loss solution that centers on hair loss treatment with 2DDR while keeping the daily routine simple.

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Deoxylocks Clinical Team.

This article was medically reviewed by the Deoxylocks Clinical Team, composed of our board-certified physician medical director and Advanced Practice Provider team with expertise in preventive medicine.

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