Chemical Alopecia

Chemical alopecia is a treatable hair loss condition


Over relaxing, bleaching and dyeing hair are the main reasons why people suffer from chemical alopecia. With the right treatment it is possible to repair a chemically damaged scalp and restore hair condition.

 What is chemical alopecia?


Chemical alopecia is a hair condition where thinning and bald patches occur. Not only can it effect the visual appearance but can cause scalp itching and tenderness.


The damage done by the chemical process leaves short, fine, broken and distorted hairs usually around the perimeter of the head, but can occur anywhere on the scalp in patches.

What causes chemical alopecia?


Chemical alopecia can be the result of a hairdressing service gone wrong. Otherwise, the long term use of hairdressing chemicals such as bleaches, dyes, and relaxers can also be the reason.


Chemical burn from relaxer causes hair loss where the hair becomes weak and the scalp condition worsens. Scalp dermatitis can also result from the over use of chemicals. By sensitising the scalp this leads to dermatitis as well as hair breakage.


Scalp dermatitis varies in type and the strong alkali chemicals in bleach and relaxer alike can cause scalp issues, including allergic responses.


Over-processing your hair with these chemicals causes a number of problems including weathering and cortical disruption where the hair almost disintegrates.


The only way to stop hair loss from chemicals is to reduce the use of them and focus on strengthening your hair making your scalp healthy.

Who can be affected by chemical alopecia?


Men and women of all ages can be affected by chemical alopecia.


This results in patchy hair loss and a chemically damaged scalp.


People who over use dyes, perming or relaxing solutions without giving their hair time to recover can suffer from this form of alopecia.

How is chemical alopecia treated?


In order to treat chemical alopecia, a visit to the trichologist will see the condition assessed and diagnosed. Here at TrichoSynergy we assess and create a personalised hair and scalp treatment plan for you.


We specialise in chemical alopecia treatment and bringing your hair and scalp back to its optimum condition.


By restructuring the hair with treatments to rebuild the broken bonds of the hair shaft as well as paying attention to your scalp.


With scalp sensitivity, depending on the severity of the condition, you should begin to feel relief soon after treatment begins and symptoms should calm down significantly. 

Types of alopecia

There are many different types of alopecia all with varying causes. Some of the most common include; Alopecia Areata, Androgenic Alopecia, Centrifugal Cicatrical Alopecia, Chemical Alopecia, Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, Telogen Effluvium and Traction Alopecia.

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