Unfollow #teamNoEdges. Tell your barber to make sure your hair is even all around—this includes your edges. Remind him not to knock your hairline back further to give you a cleaner look. It doesn’t make sense to have a straight line while thinning.

Find the right washing and conditioning products. Don’t be afraid to shampoo and condition your hair routinely. Conditioning is not only for women. Find a brand that works and stick with it. Look for a brand that leaves your scalp feeling rejuvenating as this is where your hair comes from.

Use the right temperature of water. Only rinse your hair with lukewarm water. Hot water easily dries your scalp out even more.

Stay away from harsh chemicals. Applying harsh chemicals to your hair attempting to enhance your thickness is a recipe for destruction. Find a light grease that contains oils and rejuvenates your scalp.

Lubricate your hair. Applying a moisturizer to your hair can greatly reduce the amount of breakage while stimulating growth. Even if you’re not going for the deep waves, still apply some type of grease and oil sheen to your hair.