Forehead Reduction

Forehead Reduction, also known as Hairline Lowering, is a surgical procedure to reduce the height of the forehead.

The size of the forehead is unique to individuals, and having a certain shape or size of forehead doesn’t necessarily determine whether you require Hairline Lowering surgery if it suits your appearance. Hairline Lowering provides an effective and long-term solution for those who feel their forehead is disproportionate to the rest of their face or doesn’t fit their identity.

Forehead Reduction surgery involves your surgeon making an incision concealed within your hairline along the upper forehead. A section of the forehead skin is removed, and the scalp is brought forward and attached to the new position, lowering the hairline and making the forehead smaller.

By reducing the size of the forehead, the proportions of the face are brought into balance, creating a harmonious and flattering appearance. This can improve concerns such as asymmetry.

Hairline Lowering or Forehead Reduction surgery has several aesthetic benefits:

• Enhanced facial proportions: For those who feel their forehead is too large and affects the balance of their face, Hairline Lowering can bring the face back into proportion, stopping the forehead from overwhelming the face.
• Smoothed forehead lines: When excess skin is removed from the upper forehead and the scalp is brought forward, lines and wrinkles may be reduced, and a smoother forehead may be achieved.
• Balanced hairline: For some patients experiencing early hair loss, reducing the size of the forehead and lowering the hairline can result in a denser appearance to the hair and a more even hairline. Depending on the extent of the hair loss, some patients may wish to consider a Hair Transplant instead.
• Improved confidence and quality of life: Feeling self-conscious about your facial proportions or the appearance of your forehead can lead to a loss of confidence. For some people, this can mean avoiding certain activities or covering their face and head. Hairline Lowering can reduce this self-consciousness and allow people to show their face as they wish.

The benefits of Hairline Lowering vary among patients depending on their concerns and desired results. During your consultation, your consultant will discuss your reasons for wanting surgery to ensure your procedure is beneficial and you get the best results. 

People undergo Hairline Lowering or Forehead Reduction for many reasons. Hairline Lowering is a highly versatile procedure and can address a range of concerns, depending on the result you are hoping to achieve.

Ultimately, people have Hairline Lowering surgery because they are concerned about the appearance of their forehead or hairline. Forehead and hairline concerns have many causes and it is important to understand the factors affecting you to prepare for your consultation.

• Receding or high hairline: A receding hairline is a common sign of ageing, mainly affecting men (although women can also experience hair loss). However, a thinning hairline can also occur from wearing overly tight or slicked-back hairstyles for long periods of time, putting pressure on the hair follicles and causing damage. A thinning or receding hairline can make the forehead appear more prominent and out of balance with the rest of the face.
• Genetics: Genetics have a very strong influence on our appearance and facial proportions. In some cases, this may mean having a naturally prominent forehead. Although for some people, this will suit their facial proportions and not be a concern, for others, it may affect their confidence and self-image.
• Gender dysphoria: Having a prominent forehead is often seen as a masculine facial feature. For anyone experiencing gender dysphoria, the appearance of their forehead may exacerbate this. Hairline Lowering is often carried out as part of Facial Feminisation Surgery or Non-Binary Facial Surgery resulting in a proportionate forehead and feminine hairline. Several facial surgeries are available to help address gender dysphoria.

Your surgeon will discuss the causes of your forehead and hairline concerns during your consultation to help them determine the best approach and results for your procedure.