If you’re stressed about thinning hair, take comfort in knowing that you’re not alone. A whopping 51% of men are concerned with thinning hair or hair loss. It’s the number one concern for men, surpassing things like dandruff, haircolor, and itchy scalp.

Shampooing regularly is a big thing to keep in mind; a build-up of oil on your scalp can block the hair follicles, which can impede hair growth. When you do shampoo, don’t just slap it on there and call it a day. When you shampoo, really give yourself a scalp massage as you work the product into your hair. Integrating these product tips into your regimen can help improve the appearance of your thinning hair while also helping to prevent additional hair thinning.

As mentioned, the reasons for thinning hair and hair loss are multiple and some are outside of your control (hello, genetics). Still, there are a few things you can control. One big example: Constantly having too much tension and pressure on the hair can lead to hair thinning. While for women this means avoiding overly-tight braids and ponytails, for men, it means not constantly wearing a tight baseball cap day in and day out.