No, wearing a wig is not harmful to new hair growth, provided it’s correctly fitted.
Bukky Aremu, APRN
Bukky Aremu is an advanced practice registered nurse. Bukky has experience in family practice and urgent care, and she also specializes in dermatology. She especially enjoys the diversity of dermatology and being able to treat medical, surgical, and even cosmetic patients.
If you frequently wear a wig that’s too tight, it
However, wearing a wig is not a typical cause of traction alopecia. The condition usually results from tight hairstyles, which may include:
- braids
- cornrows
- dreadlocks
- weaves
- ponytails
To help prevent traction alopecia, you might want to try wearing a wig with a satin cap or a loose protective hairstyle.
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