3. Inflammation from “Common Skin Conditions”
That itch, scratch cycle can lead to more inflammation, and ultimately hair loss. Few people are aware that “routine” skin diseases can sometimes result in hair loss, but here they are:
Seborrhea – That red, itchy rash on your scalp that has flaky scales could be seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrhea. It’s a common skin disease that looks similar to psoriasis, eczema, or an allergic reaction.
Psoriasis – Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease that causes raised, red, scaly patches to appear on the skin. It typically affects the outside of the elbows, knees or scalp, though it can appear on any location.
Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema – It results in itchy, red, swollen, and cracked skin. Clear fluid may come from the affected areas, which often thicken over time.[1] The condition typically starts in childhood with changing severity over the years
Contact Dermatitis – Contact dermatitis is a localized rash or irritation of the skin caused by contact with a foreign substance. Only the superficial regions of the skin are affected in contact dermatitis. Inflammation of the affected tissue is present in the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin) and the outer dermis (the layer beneath the epidermis)
Natural remedies for eyebrow loss include:
- Petroleum jelly: Vaseline has been used for years for beauty needs, including hair growth. Cleanse your face before bed and apply a thin layer of Vaseline to your eyebrows. Let it set overnight and rinse with lukewarm water in the morning.
- Olive oil: Apply 2-5 drops of olive oil to your eyebrows after washing your face. Leave on for 5-10 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
- Vitamin E oil: Vitamin E can reduce hair loss and promote hair growth.
One of the most common form of treatment is powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that can suppress the immune system. These can be administered through local injections (most common), topical ointment application, or orally.
Other medications that can be prescribed that either promote hair growth or affect the immune system include Minoxidil, Anthralin, SADBE, and DPCP. Although some of these may help with the re-growth of hair, they cannot prevent the formation of new bald patches. Some people turn to alternative treatment methods such as acupuncture and aromatherapy, although there is little, if any, evidence to support these treatments.