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Severe hairline recession from years of tight braiding reversed with specialist care.
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Wendy, a woman of colour in her 30, came to us distressed about her rapidly thinning hair. Years of chemical relaxer use and tight weaves had taken a severe toll, causing a dramatic 60% density loss. Despite having a healthy scalp, the repeated chemical exposure and manual tension had severely weakened her hair, making it brittle, prone to breakage, and significantly thinner. Wendy felt frustrated and self-conscious and wanted a solution to repair the damage and regain her hair’s natural fullness.
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After Wendy, a woman of colour in her 30, came to us distressed about her rapidly thinning hair. Years of chemical relaxer use and tight weaves had taken a severe toll, causing a dramatic 60% density loss. Despite having a healthy scalp, the repeated chemical exposure and manual tension had severely weakened her hair, making it brittle, prone to breakage, and significantly thinner. Wendy felt frustrated and self-conscious and wanted a solution to repair the damage and regain her hair’s natural fullness.
We developed a 12-month intensive treatment plan using 20% Vitastim and 20% Biostim, applied twice daily for Wendy. This high-strength plan was designed to repair the extensive damage caused by chemical relaxers and weaves, strengthen the hair structure, and promote new growth. By targeting the follicles and the hair shaft simultaneously, the goal was to restore density and prevent further breakage.
After a year of treatment, Bianca experienced a dramatic transformation. The thinning areas returned, with her hair density improved significantly. The outcome gave Bianca a fuller, healthier look to her hair. The success of the treatment not only restored her hair but also brought back her confidence and a renewed sense of self-assurance.
"I never realised how much damage had built up over the years until Gary showed me. His plan was intensive and consistent — and the results speak for themselves. My hair has never been this healthy."
— Wendy, Traction Alopecia client
Traction Alopecia is hair loss caused by repeated or prolonged tension on hair follicles from tight hairstyles such as braids, weaves, ponytails, or extensions. It most commonly affects women of Afro-Caribbean and South Asian heritage, where culturally popular tight styling practices create sustained pulling pressure on the follicles. When identified and treated early, Traction Alopecia is reversible — but prolonged tension can lead to permanent follicle damage, making early specialist assessment critical.
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“Traction Alopecia is entirely preventable and, in most cases, fully reversible when caught early. Changing styling habits combined with targeted treatment gives clients the best chance of complete recovery.”
Before
AfterSevere hairline recession from years of tight braiding reversed with specialist care.
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AfterAfro-textured hairline restored after severe traction alopecia from tight styles.
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AfterChemical damage and traction loss from weaves corrected with intensive scalp treatment.
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AfterChemical relaxers and tight weaves caused 20% density loss in early 20s — fully reversed with targeted treatment.
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With over 40 years' experience diagnosing and treating hair loss conditions, Gary has helped thousands of clients understand their condition and find the right treatment path.
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