Common Causes Of Hair Loss

Certain Hairstyles

Hairstyles such as high ponytails, cornrows, braids, and pigtails may cause the hair to be pulled too tightly. If these styles are worn for a long time, a form of hair loss known as traction alopecia could develop. Some of the styling methods used to produce popular hairstyles could further exacerbate hair loss. For example, permanent hair treatments and hot oil treatments are both associated with traction alopecia because they cause the hair follicles to become inflamed. Some patients have developed scarring on the scalp after having cornrows or hair relaxing treatments. Once scars form in this area, the hair loss patients experience will likely be permanent. To reduce the risk of hair loss from certain hairstyles, individuals should consider wearing their hair in loose styles, and minimize the use of heated styling equipment.