Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dr. Knox Beasley, board-licensed dermatologist and specialist in men's hair loss, answers the question: Can wearing hats cause hair loss?
No, wearing a hat can’t cause hair loss the overwhelming majority of the time. On the rare occasion that it does, it’s not male pattern baldness that results from hat-wearing, but a condition called traction alopecia.
Traction alopecia is more often caused by tight hairstyles that pull on the hair follicles.
Meanwhile, male pattern baldness is caused by a combination of genes and hormonal factors.
What to do about hats and hair loss:
Wearing a hat every day won’t cause you to go bald, but may irritate your scalp or cause acne.
Clean your hat and hair regularly and loosen the closure so the cap doesn’t rub.
There are plenty of treatment options for male pattern baldness, from medications to shampoos and supplements.
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Dr. Knox Beasley, board-licensed dermatologist and specialist in men's hair loss, answers the question: Can wearing hats cause hair loss?
No, wearing a hat can’t cause hair loss the overwhelming majority of the time. On the rare occasion that it does, it’s not male pattern baldness that results from hat-wearing, but a condition called traction alopecia.
Traction alopecia is more often caused by tight hairstyles that pull on the hair follicles.
Meanwhile, male pattern baldness is caused by a combination of genes and hormonal factors.
What to do about hats and hair loss:
Wearing a hat every day won’t cause you to go bald, but may irritate your scalp or cause acne.
Clean your hat and hair regularly and loosen the closure so the cap doesn’t rub.
There are plenty of treatment options for male pattern baldness, from medications to shampoos and supplements.
Visit our blog to learn more: forhims.com/blog/does-wearing-a-hat-cause-hair-loss
#MensHealth #HairLoss #Shorts
Subscribe to Hims on YouTube: youtube.com/@forhims?sub_confirmation=1
Hims can help with hair loss. Start your free visit here: hims.com/hair-loss
Why Hims?
✅ Affordable, personalized treatments
✅ 100% online process, including ongoing care and support
✅ Free, discreet shipping to your door, if prescribed
Follow Hims on social:
Facebook: facebook.com/wearehims
X: https://x.com/wearehims
Instagram: instagram.com/hims
TikTok: tiktok.com/@hims
Dr. Knox Beasley is a medical doctor, but he’s not your doctor and his expertise should not be taken as medical advice. Contact your provider if you have questions about your health.
Prescription products require an online consultation with a medical professional who will determine if a prescription is appropriate. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information. https://www.hims.com
