10/01/2026
DHT and thinning hair: what’s the connection?
A receding hairline or thinning crown can raise plenty of questions. One hormone you may hear about is DHT, short for dihydrotestosterone.
DHT is made from testosterone and occurs naturally in the body. In people with a genetic sensitivity to it, DHT can contribute to the gradual shrinking of scalp hair follicles. Over time, those follicles produce finer, shorter hairs, making thinning more noticeable.
Does thinning mean your DHT levels are too high?
Not necessarily. How sensitive your follicles are to DHT matters, too.
Does everyone with hair loss need a DHT blocker?
No. DHT plays an important role in male pattern hair loss, but shedding and thinning can have other causes. Understanding the cause helps determine which treatment options are appropriate.
What can help?
• Have changes in your hair and scalp assessed before choosing a treatment.
• Discuss suitable options with a qualified healthcare professional, including benefits and possible side effects.
• Follow the recommended routine consistently. Hair changes take months to evaluate.
• Take progress photos using the same lighting, angle and hairstyle to make comparisons more useful.
At Restore Hair Loss & Scalp Clinic, we help patients understand their hair and scalp changes and explore appropriate next steps, including medical referral when needed.
Understanding your hair loss is a useful place to start. Our Free Virtual Assessment is available through the link in our bio.