Why Do I Have Coarse and Wiry Hair at My Crown?

Luscious healthy hair is a huge part of a woman’s pride and beauty. Women develop lengthy daily care routines to take care of themselves and maximize moisture, health, and elasticity in their hair. So when strange new hairs that may be coarse or wiry start to show up, it can be startling and unsettling. Any change in your regular hair texture and health can be upsetting, especially when it affects your ability to manage and care for your beautiful hair.

There are many reasons the hair at the crown of your hair feels and looks different than the rest of your hair. You don’t have to let stress and worrying wear your hair and health down further. Here’s what you need to know about new wiry and coarse hair growing in on the crown of your head and how you can manage it.

Why do I have coarse and wiry hair at my crown?

New and strange hair growth can be linked back to a variety of things from health-related issues to how you’re caring for your hair. Start by identifying any issues with your health with a medical professional. If the new hair growth is happening in other parts of your body, you may be struggling with hypertrichosis or excessive and abnormal hair growth. If your new hair issues are limited to the crown of your head, consider the impact of your genetics and the products and care you’re giving to your hair.

Coarse, wiry hairs that grow at the crown of your head or back of the neck may have been passed down from your family. Check-in with family members to see if they’re facing the same issues and learn their care solutions. It’s natural to be upset at first when new hair growth patterns begin, but you can manage new baby hairs with conditioner or by plucking if necessary. Edges can be smoothed back into your hair or emphasized with gel to create fashionable looks.

The new wiry hairs may also be caused by the products you’re using. Chemical imbalances caused by sunscreens can affect and even discolor the hair around your face. For example, if you use sunscreen with zinc for a prolonged period of time, the hair on your crown can become wiry and coarse. This is due to the overuse of zinc blocking out other nutrients like copper from being absorbed by the hair shaft. A copper deficiency can be seen in coarse or kinky hair developing on the body.

When wiry and coarse hairs first develop around the crown of the head, consider what new products you’ve been using and your daily health medications and vitamins. Take note of anything new you’ve been using and schedule a visit with a physician to get your blood levels tested for any abnormalities. If nothing strange is found in your results, talk with family members about their experiences and how they manage these new hairs.

Why are the hairs on my crown a different texture?

The hairs that surround your face often receive the most damage from products, heat, and chemical treatments. Your make-up, cleansers, and oils that preserve the health of your facial skin cells can dry out and damage the small hairs growing in at the crown. This routine can create a host of hairs that have a different texture or never seem to grow more than a few inches.

You’re also less likely to completely apply all of your protective moisturizers and hair products throughout all of your hair including the crown. This leaves the crown more at risk of damage and drying out prematurely unlike the rest of your hair. The products you use and your regular daily schedule are essential to maintaining healthy hairs that fully grow out rather than becoming stunted. Differently textured hair can be an indication that the hairs aren’t receiving the care they need to grow healthy and strong.

Don’t forget the role your diet and hormones play in the health of your hair and body. If you’re not practicing healthy habits in what you eat and how often you exercise, your skin and hair will lose their natural glow, leading to dryness, skin cracking, hair loss, and a change in hair texture. Whether you’re suffering from a health issue or problems with your diet, you can still address the new coarse baby hairs in stylish and healthy ways.

Is wiry hair at the crown caused by the thyroid?

Thyroid issues commonly affect metabolism, fatigue, and hair loss in women. You’re likely to experience dry, cracking skin, hair loss, texture changes, and brittle nails that never seem to grow. However, new coarse and wiry hair won’t be the only change you notice if you develop a thyroid issue. You may also be constantly fatigued and experience dramatic mood swings during the day.

You’ll have monthly struggles with PMS and irregular periods as well as a difficult if not impossible time losing weight. Neck swelling, concentration issues, mental fog, and constant cold hands and feet are also symptoms of an underlying thyroid issue. Dealing with new health and hormonal issues can be terrifying, and it’s easy to jump to conclusions when your hair starts looking strange.

Many hair issues stem from product use, too much heat or an easy-to-fix nutrient imbalance. If you’re suffering from a thyroid problem, your new wiry hair likely won’t be the first thing you notice. Don’t panic about having a new disease or condition before confirming your health with a medical professional. Coarse and wiry hairs around your crown are caused by so many other factors that you might not have to see a doctor or even change much in your daily care routine to address them.

What are the possible causes of wiry hair and what to do about it?

Wiry hairs can be caused by genetics, improper product use, health issues, hormonal imbalances and even the sunscreen you use. You shouldn’t feel ashamed of your coarse and wiry baby hairs as many women deal with them on a daily basis and still manage flawless and amazing hairstyles and looks. Don’t suffer from bad hair days anymore just because of new hair growth when you didn’t expect it.

If your wiry hairs are being caused by an outside factor like poor health or hormonal imbalances, schedule a visit with your doctor or beautician for care recommendations. They likely see women suffering from the same concerns and have products and tips that can ease you into the proper care routine. Adjust your diet as needed to keep your skin, hair, and body healthy. Restrict use of any products that are causing direct harm to your hair and avoid putting make-up and other facial products too close to your hairline.

If your genetics are playing a role in your new coarse hairs, consider using a leave-in conditioner to moisturize and smooth down the new hairs. Avoid using headbands, clips, and extensions that can further the damage. Some beauticians recommend plucking the hairs if you don’t want to manage them or prefer your hairstyles without them. Only pluck in moderation so you don’t damage your scalp or begin to rely on the plucking as a form of self-soothing or stress reduction. This issue can develop from overplucking any area of your body, not just from the crown of your head.

Utilize protective hairstyles and silk bonnets or scarves to protect your hair from further damage. The coarse hairs around your crown may never grow to full length once they’ve been damaged. They can still be smoothed back into your hair with conditioner or styled to lay on your skin in fashionable edges. As long as your new hairs aren’t being caused by health concerns or improper hair care, you don’t have to worry about the issue worsening or affecting the rest of your head.

Conclusion

Coarse and wiry hairs can develop for a host of reasons around the crown of your head and down the back of your neck. They’re caused by hormonal imbalances, damaging products, improper hair care and even your genetics. You can still create fashionable hair looks by keeping your hair as healthy as possible and styling the short baby hairs naturally into your regular hairstyles.

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