i inherited alopecia from my fathers side. my dad and some of my aunts have it. i first lost hair in high school then it grew back. i had thick, coarse and wavy hair in high school then when i got my hair colored it just wasn't the same. it started thinning but it still is wavy and coarse. i was really planning to have my hair rebonded or straightened but i discovered a bald spot. i am wondering if it will be harmful to my hair because of my alopecia?will it cause my hair to fall more because of the chemicals? serious answers only. mean/nonsense answers will be given a low rating or will be reported. thanks.
2006-12-17 15:18:31 · 6 answers · asked by painintheneck 4 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
p.s. my hair is color free for 3 years now. i wanted to keep it healthy before i had it straightened.
2006-12-17 15:29:56 · update #1
Probably not since chemicals can be harsh. Take good care of your hair!
2006-12-17 16:15:38 · answer #1 · answered by miley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is more than one type of alopecia, some can be corrected with the right scalp treatment. You may want to have your family physician check yours and confirm that it is hereditary. Some can be caused from wearing tight ponytails or braids. Others may be due to medical issues, such as hormone imbalances, problems with the nervous system (the nervous system affects our blood flow), sometimes massaging the area to increase the blood flow will help to improve hair growth.(You can use your fingertips to massage the area several times a day and brushing the hair for periods of about 5 minutes a night will also help, these methods not only increase blood flow but also increase the flow of natural oils, so you may notice that your scalp and hair become more oily and this will improve the texture and health of your hair).
But, to answer your question, since your hair is wavy it may help to conceal the balding spot, whereas, if you straighten your hair it could make the spot become more prominent. I would see if I could correct the problem area first, and then consider the straightener afterwards.
I would also suggest that you try a hot iron to straighten and this way you will be able to tell if the balding area does become more noticeable.
2006-12-18 00:48:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would not advise the use of harsh chemicals such as color, perms or relaxers, especially since you have alopecia. This could cause even more hair loss than you are already experiencing. Try straightening with a ceramic flat iron.
2006-12-17 23:45:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Without any hair issues this process is extremely damaging, and the chemicals cause hair to fall out...(the extent or degree of hairloss depends on the person). I wouldnt do it. I have a few friends with this condition. I honestly dont think its worth it.
I have been trying to get my hair to grow and so Ive had to stop chemically treating my hair. Instead I have recently been playing with different flirty wigs. Now I can have a different hair style a few times a week. I love it. AND my hair is not getting damaged.
2006-12-18 02:42:14 · answer #4 · answered by motorcitygirlee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
personally i would be scared to do anything to my hair -- i was in the hospital and when i got out i discovered a bald spot -- and im still scared to do stuf to my hair -- and its been a little over a year
2006-12-17 23:26:39 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well maybe u shouldnt color it anymore and u might want to use very very low heat or just let it grow!
2006-12-17 23:22:55 · answer #6 · answered by Miz.Thomas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋