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Preventing Traction Alopecia: Tension Control & Material Density in Braiding Salons

✍️ By Clinical Trichologist & Stylist • 📅 Published 2026-09-30 • ⏱️ 6 min read
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Traction alopecia is an escalating epidemic among clients who wear continuous protective styles. As client awareness surges on TikTok and Instagram, salons that prioritize follicle health and lightweight raw human hair materials are capturing the premium clientele.

1. The Mechanical Strain of Synthetic Bulk

Heavy synthetic hair packs exert continuous downward mechanical pulling on the dermal papilla. Over an 8-week period, this constant micro-trauma inflames the follicle, leading to irreversible scar tissue and receding edges.

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