What is Alopecia Areata? Sudden or sometimes unrecognized falling out of hair in patches or spots. Affected area are usually lighter in color due to the poor blood supply to the area. Size from 1/8 inches to 4 inches in diameter. Approximately two million Americans suffers from this hair loss. The cause is unknown but there is evidence it could be a breakdown of the immune system resulting in what is called an autoimmune disorder. Heredity also plays a factor in this hair los

What is Androgenetic Alopecia? Common hereditary hair loss also known as male and female pattern baldness. The androgenetic alopecia represents close to 95% of hair loss. Also, defined in two parts (Andro) means to consist of androgen which are various hormones that control the appearance and development of masculine characteristics such as testosterone. (Genetics) inheritance of genes from either the mother or father. This is the most common hair loss men suffers from. Why m

What is adhesive glue? A chemical product that is used to secure lace front wigs or hair units to the skin. How can this product be damaging to the hairline? THREE IMPORTANT things that can affect the hairline. 1. Causes hair loss that can turn into traction alopecia. 2. Suffocation of the follicle. 3. Allergic reaction to skin. Overlapping adhesive glue can suffocate the follicle. DO NOT snatch wig/unit off, make sure you are using a lace remover or oil base product like Vin

What causes chemical burns from relaxer? Chemical burn/burns occur when (lye or no lye) is left on the scalp too long. This can damage the scalp, causing pain, blisters, scabs and hair loss. Relaxer is permanent straighter that breaks down the protein and disulfide bonds, which reduces the natural curl pattern. How can you prevent chemical burns? Make sure you are going to a professional when applying this chemical and getting treatments to restore that protein back into the