Ashley Tisdale Shares Her Journey with Alopecia and Haircare Changes
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Ashley Tisdale recently shared how her journey with alopecia has shaped her approach to haircare and self-care. Diagnosed with alopecia areata in her mid-20s after noticing a bald spot at her hairline during a visit to her colorist, the 39-year-old actress and singer has since made significant changes to her routine.
Speaking in an exclusive interview, Tisdale revealed that she now prioritizes being kinder to her hair and scalp. “I used to experiment a lot with hair colors, bleaching, and extensions, but I’ve stopped doing that,” she explained. “I haven’t been bright blonde in years, and I’ve learned to treat my hair better instead of taking it for granted.”
Alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition with no known cure, can be challenging to manage. “The hardest part is the uncertainty,” Tisdale said. “You don’t know when it’s going to flare up or how severe it will be.” Stress has been a key trigger for her flare-ups, which typically occur every few years. “If I notice a bald spot, it’s a reminder that I need to calm down and reduce my stress levels,” she added.
Globally, alopecia areata affects 160 million people, including nearly 7 million in the United States, according to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Tisdale recently partnered with Pfizer and Litfulo, an FDA-approved treatment for severe cases of the condition in individuals aged 12 and older. While she doesn’t use the medication herself, she believes the partnership is vital for raising awareness and educating others about available treatment options.
“When I was first diagnosed, I felt lost because I didn’t know what to do,” Tisdale admitted. “It’s reassuring to know there are treatments now and that people don’t have to feel as alone as I did back then.”
The High School Musical alum emphasized how deeply hair loss can impact self-esteem, especially for young people. “Hair is such an important part of how we see ourselves, and experiencing hair loss can be really scary,” she said. “But knowing you’re not alone and that there are solutions out there makes a huge difference.”
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