Baldness Risk Calculator

Estimate your risk of male or female pattern baldness based on your genetics, age, and lifestyle factors. This calculator uses research-backed factors to predict hair loss progression.

Medical Disclaimer: This tool provides general educational estimates. Always consult your prescribing physician or healthcare provider before making medication changes or interpreting results from population-based models.

Contents

Maternal grandfather's hair loss is particularly predictive

Scientific Basis

This calculator is based on:

  • Genetic predisposition studies (Heilmann-Heimbach et al., 2017)
  • Pattern progression rates (Norwood, 1975)
  • Environmental factor research (Su & Chen, 2007; Hadshiew et al., 2004)
  • Clinical progression models (Blumeyer et al., 2011)

Note: This is an estimation tool only. Individual results may vary.

How to Use the Baldness Risk Calculator

Follow these simple steps to predict your hair loss risk:

  • Enter your age (balding typically begins between 20–45).
  • Select gender (male pattern baldness is more common and aggressive).
  • Indicate family history — maternal and paternal genetics both influence risk.
  • Add lifestyle details like stress, smoking, and diet quality.
  • Click "Calculate" to get your personalized balding risk percentage.

Your results will show your overall risk score, predicted age of significant balding, and personalized recommendations based on your specific risk factors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is baldness genetic?

Yes. Up to 80% of male pattern hair loss is hereditary, with both sides of the family contributing.

What age does balding usually start?

It can begin in the late teens, but most people notice thinning between ages 25–40.

Can stress really cause hair loss?

Yes. Chronic stress can trigger telogen effluvium and accelerate pattern loss in those genetically predisposed.

Will I definitely go bald if my dad did?

Not always. Genetics increase probability, but lifestyle, health, and maternal genetics also play a role.

How can I reduce my risk?

Managing stress, not smoking, eating a nutrient-rich diet, and using treatments like minoxidil may help slow progression.