When extensions go wrong: Naomi Campbell displayed shocking bald patches as she holidayed in Ibiza earlier this week
Sparking concern: t Naomi could be suffering from traction alopecia - a hair loss condition caused by the overuse of extensions
Back in the day: Naomi's hair looked much healthier at the beginning of her career
And
while Naomi still looked in great shape in her patterned bikini, all
attention was focused on her hairline, with her exposed scalp causing
concern.
This
is not the first time Naomi has sparked concern with her thinning hair,
with experts saying she is suffering from traction alopecia - hair loss
caused by the use of extensions.
The
supermodel, originally from Streatham, South London, has worn straight
extensions over her naturally curly hair for a number of years.
Traction
alopecia occurs when the extensions pull on the natural hair causing it
to break, and usually affects the hairline just above the forehead or
the sides, where the hair is weaker.
It can take between three months to a year for hair to grow back in moderate cases.
But if the pulling continues the hair will never grow back and the only option is a hair transplant.
Stars
including Paris Hilton, Victoria Beckham, Britney Spears and Alexandra
Burke are all reported to have suffered traction alopecia as a result of
hair extensions.
Still
looking super: Naomi looked in great shape in the patterned bikini, a
more revealing choice than Naomi's usual glamorous evening gowns
Celebrity
hair extensions expert Tatiana Karelina, who counts famous faces
including Danielle O'Hara, Stacey Solomon and Lauren Goodger among her
clients, said of Naomi's condition: 'The interesting thing to note is
that traction alopecia doesn't progress like other hair diseases.
'At
the initial stages it is reversible but prolonged tension may destroys
the hair follicles and will not re-grow under any circumstances.
'It
is unclear from the pictures if Naomi's condition is permanent but
given the time that has passed since she was first spotted with this
condition it is more than likely that the damage she has suffered is
permanent.'
Is it my go now? Naomi looked on eagerly as preparations were made for her to go diving off the side of the ship
Taking a dip: Naomi lowered herself into the sea as she got ready for her underwater expedition
Back on board: Naomi appeared to have enjoyed herself as she got back on the vessel after the trip
Tatiana
added to MailOnline: 'Hair extensions, when done properly, can give
amazing results, but when done with no care for natural hair in some
cases it can leave the follicles and your own hair damaged beyond
repair.
'Heavy
extensions can literally pull the follicles out over time, some glue
extensions, tight weaves and elastic bands can create and enhance
patches of baldness on the scalp.
'Putting
glue in your hair is similar to putting gum in it. It's going to be
hard to get out and even with the best removers some hairs will get
pulled out leaving you with broken hair, damage and in some cases
balding.'
Easy rider: Naomi's boyfriend Vladislav Doronin showed off his jetskiing skills during the holiday
Cooling down: Vladimir looked back to check on his girlfriend as the pair enjoyed a quick swim
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