Types of Alopecia and How Treatments Like Keravive Can Help

Hair loss can feel overwhelming, and many people don’t realize there are different types of alopecia that affect the scalp in unique ways. From patchy thinning to overall shedding, alopecia impacts confidence as much as it affects appearance.

At T Scalp Therapy & Spa in Fountain Valley, we believe in caring for the scalp as the foundation of healthier hair. While medical diagnosis and treatment from a dermatologist are always essential, scalp therapy and advanced treatments like Keravive Renewal Therapy can play a supportive role in your journey.

Hair loss can happen to both male and female

Understanding Alopecia

“Alopecia” is the medical term for hair loss. It is not one condition but a group of different patterns and causes. Some forms are temporary and triggered by stress or lifestyle, while others are chronic or genetic. Knowing the type of alopecia is the first step in finding the right treatment plan.

The Most Common Types of Alopecia

• Androgenic Alopecia (Male or Female Pattern Baldness): The most common type, often linked to genetics and hormones, leading to gradual thinning at the crown or temples.

• Alopecia Areata: An autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks follicles, causing sudden, patchy hair loss.

• Telogen Effluvium: Temporary shedding triggered by stress, illness, childbirth, or hormonal shifts. Hair usually regrows once the cause is resolved.

• Traction Alopecia: Caused by repeated pulling from tight hairstyles, extensions, or braids. If caught early, hair often regrows when tension is reduced. It can happen to people who use hair extension over long period of time.

• Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecia: A rare but serious form where inflammation permanently damages follicles. Requires medical treatment.

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Causes and Triggers of Alopecia

Alopecia can happen for many reasons, including:

• Genetics: Family history is one of the strongest predictors.

• Autoimmune response: When the immune system attacks healthy follicles.

• Hormonal changes: Pregnancy, menopause, thyroid disorders, or other imbalances.

• Stress and lifestyle: Emotional or physical stress can trigger temporary hair loss.

• Medical treatments or medications: Such as chemotherapy, which can impact follicles.

  
  

Emotional Impact of Alopecia

Hair loss is more than a physical change; it often affects self-confidence and emotional well-being. Many clients describe frustration, stress, and even social anxiety as they cope with alopecia. At T Scalp Therapy & Spa, we strive to create a supportive, calming space where clients can feel cared for while addressing scalp health.

Treatment Options for Alopecia

There is no single cure for alopecia, but different approaches can help:

• Medical treatments: Dermatologists may prescribe topical medications, injections, or oral therapies.

• Hair transplant or implant surgery: A more permanent solution that relocates follicles from one area to another. While it can deliver results, it is invasive, requires recovery time, and is a costly investment.

• Supportive therapies: Scalp detox, stress management, hydration, and advanced spa treatments can improve the scalp environment and work alongside medical care.

Before committing to surgery, many clients explore supportive therapies like Keravive Renewal Therapy, which is non-invasive, painless, and more affordable compared to hair implants.

How Keravive Can Help With Alopecia

Hydrafacial’s award-winning Keravive Renewal Therapy (recognized by ELLE in its “Best In-Office Treatment” awards) is designed to improve scalp health by:

• Deep cleansing and unclogging follicles

• Hydrating and nourishing the scalp with targeted serums

• Improving circulation to encourage healthier growth conditions

For clients with alopecia, Keravive helps prepare the scalp to respond better to medical treatments, reduces buildup that may block follicles, and creates a healthier foundation for potential regrowth.

Scalp Therapy as Ongoing Support

At T Scalp Therapy & Spa, we provide supportive care that complements dermatologist treatment plans. Alongside Keravive, we also use low-level light therapy (LLLT) with LED technology from LightStim - a clinically studied and FDA-cleared method proven to stimulate follicles, improve circulation, and support hair density over time.

Combined with our relaxing headspa rituals which include scalp detox, exfoliation, and stress-relieving massage. These therapies create an effective and gentle way to support scalp health and hair regrowth naturally.

When to Seek Professional Help

If you notice sudden or patchy hair loss, rapid shedding, or painful scalp irritation, consult a dermatologist or trichologist as your first step. Alopecia can have many underlying causes, and a professional diagnosis is essential. Once you have a treatment plan, supportive therapies like those at T Scalp Therapy & Spa can help you maintain scalp health and emotional balance along the way.

Alopecia is complex, but it doesn’t mean your scalp is beyond help. With the right diagnosis, medical treatment, and supportive scalp therapy, you can take meaningful steps toward healthier hair and greater confidence.

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