Early regrowth in Alopecia Areata usually starts with fine, soft, light-colored “peach fuzz” hairs, which gradually become thicker and darker. You can tell regrowth from active hair loss because regrowth shows even, fine new hairs, while ongoing loss shows expanding bald patches and broken hairs at the edges. Factors like smaller patches, early treatment, stress control, and shorter disease duration improve regrowth chances. Visible improvement often appears in 3–6 months, but full recovery may take longer depending on severity.