Hair breakage at the Crown: How to fix it and identify the cause

Hair breakage at the crown is more common than most women think. This article will talk about:

1. how to fix hair breakage at crown section,
2. how to hide breakage at the crown (until you are able to repair it),
3. the causes of hair breakage at the crown,
4. and recommended products to help repair your breakage.

One of the biggest challenges women face is dealing with hair loss and hair breakage at the crown (the top part of your head). If you’re struggling with this, I know it can be really frustrating, but I promise you’re not alone!

Although this article is written by a curly head girl, all hair textures can benefit from the below tips! So whether you are searching for hair breakage at the crown for caucasian hair or hair breakage at the crown for natural hair this article will help you in your quest for answers.

Let’s dive in….

How to fix hair breakage at the crown

There is no magic potion to correcting hair breakage. It requires patience, TLC, and the right products. The good news is that hair breakage at the crown is usually completely reversible. There are plenty of easy ways to help your hair and scalp recover. It might take some time and patience to see results, but your hair will thank you if you take these steps towards protecting your hair and you stick with a healing routine.

Please note that these tips are for women who have ruled out that their hair breakage at the top of their head isn’t related to a medical condition which includes stress and poor diet.

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Here are my 9 best tips for helping your crown recover and stay protected:

1. Give your hair a rest

If you’re one to always have your hair pulled back into a tight hairstyle like a sleek bun or tight braids, try changing up your hairstyles and wearing your hair down when you can. If you can’t wear your hair down, then try to loosen up your usual hairdo or find an alternative hairstyle that doesn’t tug as much. Don’t pull the hair as tight as usual if you can avoid it, and your scalp will thank you!

2. Turn down the heat

Heat styling tools like blow dryers can get really hot and cause your scalp to get dried out and damage your hair. Your crown area is especially vulnerable to getting dried out from the heat. If you use any heat styling tools on your hair, try turning down the heat settings so they aren’t so hot and use the cool setting on blow dryers instead of any heat at all. And of course, try to limit the use of these tools altogether if you can, or save them only for special occasions.

In addition to styling tools, keep in mind that hot showers can also dry out your scalp. I’m never one to say no to a nice hot shower but consider turning down the heat in your shower too. I am not necessarily recommending cold showers but do whatever you are comfortable with!

3. Mix up the way you part your hair

When we curly girlies style and care for our hair, we often section our hair into four quadrants. The sectioning pulls the hair away from the crown and puts tension on the roots around the top of your head.

If you always section your hair the same way when you style it, try to mix it up so that you aren’t always pulling the same hair in the same direction. You can also section your hair into more, smaller parts so that you don’t have to pull the hair so far in one direction or another.

4. Try a deep conditioning or protein treatment

A lot of breakage in the crown area can be caused by dryness and lack of moisture in the hair and scalp. The top of your head is vulnerable to moisture loss, and the hair there can naturally be drier and coarser than the rest of your hair.

If your crown area is feeling dry, consider investing in some deep conditioning or protein treatments to moisturize and revitalize the area.

Many people also just neglect their crown area when treating their hair and give all their attention to the ends. Be sure not to forget about this important part of your hair and take care of your crown area when you’re applying moisturizing products.

You may even wish to use more products or additional products on that area of your hair if you’re struggling with dryness. Moisturizing mists can also help hair stay hydrated throughout the day.

5. Up your hydration

Again, moisture is a key element of a healthy scalp and head of hair. Be sure you’re drinking plenty of water every day. And when the weather gets dry, consider using a humidifier in your house, bedroom, or office to help keep your environment from getting too dried out. In cold months, heaters can dry out your space, so using a humidifier can help keep the moisture levels balanced.

Related Articles on Preventing Hair breakage:

• Curly Hair Shedding: How to stop curly hair from shedding
• How to Moisturize Natural Hair – 8 Simple Tips
• Natural Hair Journey and Favorite Hair Products
• 9 Products For Natural Hair Growth

6. Always opt for satin or silk

Common clothing and bedding materials like cotton can be rough on your hair, causing tangles, dryness, and damage. If you can, consider making a few swaps: trade your cotton hat for a satin-lined hat, trade your cotton pillowcase for a satin or silk pillowcase, and trade your headwraps for silk ones.

In addition to your daywear and pillowcases, many women with natural hair choose to sleep in bonnets, do-rag, or silk wraps. These soft, extra layers serve as important protection from the friction and tension that your hair can suffer when you toss and turn in your sleep at night.

Even if you don’t think you’re an active sleeper, we all have some natural movements in our sleep that can put stress on our hair whether we realize it or not.

So always look for smooth, gentle fabrics when purchasing anything that will come in contact with your head. And besides, there’s really no downside to this. You’ll be living in luxury with your new silk and satin belongings, queen!

7. Use caution when detangling

Anyone with natural hair probably knows that detangling is a hugely important part of caring for and maintaining your hair. I know, detangling can be a big job, and sometimes you just don’t have the time or patience for it. It can be hard to keep up and give it the effort it deserves.

But too much pulling and tugging during the detangling process can be really damaging to your hair. Rushing through this step can result in a lot of breakage in the crown section.

Instead, approach the detangling process as one of the most important steps in your hair care routine. Plan ahead so that you always have enough time to dedicate to doing the job right.

Take a deep breath and be patient.

Always work in small sections and work your way up from the ends of your hair to the scalp. Use detangling spray or conditioner, and a detangling tool if you have one.

8. Try a massage

While you don’t want to tug on your hair too much, a gentle scalp massage with hair oil can increase blood flow and encourage healthy hair growth. The use of hair oil can also be a way to add more moisture to your scalp.

Using all of your fingertips, gently massage in circular motions all over your head. If you have long nails, be careful not to scratch yourself or snag your hair.

It is recommended to massage for at least a few minutes. If you’re gentle, you can give yourself head massages as often as every day. But of course, the keyword here is gentle! A rough massage with tugging and pulling can do more damage than good.

9. Trim your hair

It might seem counterintuitive but getting a hair trim can go a long way towards healing your damaged hair. Your damaged hair is not doing you any good and it is probably distressing to have it around.

A good hair cut can help you feel fresh and start anew on your hair journey. Cutting off split ends down to where the hair is still healthy can help you look and feel your best. It also helps encourage healthy hair growth and recovery, so you’ll be helping to speed up your transformation.

How to hide Hair breakage at the crown

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Change your Part

Changing your part is a strategy for fixing breakage but it also is a great way of hiding hair breakage at the crown.

Try an Updo or Braid

You may want to wear your hair in a loose bun or braid to hide your crown section. It is important not to put too much tension on your edges. You want your updo and braid to be loose and artfully messy.

Wear a Protective Style

Wigs can be a great protective style. As you are treating your hair, a wig can conceal and alleviate stress from your crown section.

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Why do I have so much hair breakage at the crown?

Hair damage can happen anywhere along your hair and it can be caused by several things. But hair breakage at the crown is an especially common problem because that area can be subjected to a lot of stress and handling when we style our hair and go about our daily routines.

Whether it is from dry hair, heat, or chemical damage; from tight, pulled-back hairstyles like buns and braids; from rough detangling; or from rubbing and irritation from hats or headscarves—hair damage at the crown can be very distressing.

Luckily, with a little TLC and patience, hair breakage at the crown is entirely fixable.

Everyone’s hair is different, so what works well for some people might not work as well for you. Do your research, keep an open mind, experiment with different products, and always stay patient with yourself. Repairing damaged hair can take a lot of time, but you’ll be so glad you stuck with it.

Recommended Products to Repair Hair Breakage at the Crown

Ayur Luxe by Christian Karega

The Damage Control Collection is formulated to gently detoxify your scalp, soften and smooth over-processed hair, and protect strands against shedding, breakage, and split ends.

3 Signs you have Hair Breakage at the Crown

There can be many causes of hair breakage at the crown, but there are pretty much just three sure signs that you can look for. Hair breakage at the crown can occur even if the rest of your hair is healthy and thriving, so be careful to look out for these signs:

1. Short hair on the top

Look at the hairs on the very top and middle of your head, especially around where you tend to part your hair. Are those hairs a lot shorter than the rest of your hair? Do those hairs never seem to grow out? This is a strong sign that something is causing breakage at the crown.

2. Thinning or balding

Take another close look around your crown area. Can you see or feel any areas with thinning hair? Maybe some spots are even balding? This is another strong sign that your current hair routines and habits might be causing more damage than you realize. Damaged hair can be weakened to the point where it falls out and causes thinning or balding in areas.

Balding can also be a sign of other more serious health issues, so if you find anything you’re really concerned about, it might be a good idea to also seek an opinion from a health professional.

3. Scalp soreness

Scalp soreness can be a sign that something is regularly putting too much tension and stress on your hair follicles. When hair is pulled back or tugged tightly into sleek hairstyles, buns, braids, etc., the tension can put a lot of stress on your scalp and weaken the hair follicles, which eventually leads to the hair breaking around the crown.

If your scalp is always sore, that could be an early warning sign for lots of hair breakage down the road.

Final Thoughts on Hair Breakage at the Crown

Hair breakage can be traumatizing but if you commit to a proper regimen and incorporate some of the above tips you will see a difference. Most things do not happen overnight so try to be patient and trust the process!

What are your biggest struggles with hair breakage?