Norwood Stage 2

Norwood classification stage 2

This pattern indicates a further progression to an adult hairline. The temples deepen slightly and the hairline recedes up from the brow crease.

We would not recommend transplanting someone with Norwood 2 as this will damage healthy hairs.

At this point it is tempting for young men to ask for their temples to be filled in - but this can be disastrous in future life if you progress on to a stage 4 or more. This is because you will not have enough hair to join the temples to the new receded hairline. It is difficult to design a natural looking hairline if the temples have been placed at a point that is too low.

Medication can be used to slow down any hair loss at this stage.

Family history and age will determine whether you are destined to progress on to Norwood 3 or more but however old you are, transplantation is never recommended at Norwood stage 2.

Norwood Stage 2