Is this a normal healthy hairline and just a normal cowlick? (Photos)

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I'm 28 years old going to turn 29 in Mar. I was wondering if my hairline is healthy and if this is a normal hairline and normal cowlick? No heavy shedding just like 20 - 30 hairs in the shower after not showering in a couple of days and also no hair on pillow. Did the finger scrunch face test and it was one finger width away. The three of the pictures that look like selfies are older like when I was in high school about 10 years ago and the rest with my hair pulled back I just took today.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

There is no "normal" hairline.  Everyone has a unique hairline and some even have cowlicks.  If you feel you are losing hair, see a doctor for an examination.

Jonathan Pontell, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi and thanks for your photos and question.  Your hairline and cowlick and history of losing 20-30 hairs after a couple of days of not showering are all perfectly normal.  I think that your hair is doing very well and I don't see any need for intervention.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

The mature hairline is found one finger breadth above the highest crease. With the presence of a widows peak and the distance that you measured above the highest crease, I believe that you have a maturing hairline.

Is this a normal healthy hairline and just a normal cowlick? (Photos)

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