Traction alopecia is a form of alopecia, or gradual hair loss, caused primarily by pulling force being applied to the hair. This commonly results from the sufferer frequently wearing their hair in a particularly tight ponytail, pigtails, or braids. Ohh no, Hair Extensions!!?? Traction alopecia has become much more common recently due to the massive hair extension … [Read more...] about What is Traction Alopecia?