Black Women and Alopecia

Traction Alopecia is caused by continual pulling of the hair from tight braids, ponytails, and weaves. Over the years, bald spots can form along your hairline and above your ears, and your hairline will steadily recede. If not treated, scarring may result. If you find yourself struggling  to move your forehead or experience headaches while you sleep from tight braids, and scalp soreness, these may be signs that your hair is styled unsafely.

Traumatic Alopecia is caused by improper use of products that alter the texture of natural hair, such as relaxers, hot combs, blow drying and gluing extensions onto your natural hair. It begins at the center of the scalp and rapidly advances, leaving patchy areas from damaged follicles which can no longer grow hair. Dermatologists suspect that hot oil during hair pressing escalates the problem.

Even Madam C.J. Walker, the first black female millionaire, suffered from hair loss after straightening her own hair. This experience inspired her to pioneer more gentle and safe products specifically formulated for black hair.

Dr. Umar – board certified and with years of hands-on experience – has restored the hairlines of every ethnic group, and understands the individual needs required. Hair restoration is for everyone, as his track record proves.

Have more questions about the role of ethnicity in hair loss? Contact Dr. Umar for a free online consultation today.