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Oyetewa Asempa, MD, FAAD | Hair Loss Specialist and Speaker

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👩🏾‍🦱 Hair and scalp health for curly/coily hair!
🥼Harvard-trained Dermatologist
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CEO & Founder, @align.dermatology

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I’m on the cover of The Dermatologist magazine, March 2026 issue! Mama I made it! 🤣

Link in bio to check out the full cover story discussing hyperpigmentation in patients with skin of color 💕🥹 by @oyetewa

Have you ever been discriminated against because of how you looked? Drop your most ridiculous stories in the comments!

And a note for the Medical students!! Be excellent, but also please make sure you advocate for yourselves! Could be the difference between passing and failing 🤷🏾‍♀️. by @oyetewa

🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️ Let me know which one of these surprised you the most below!!!

Looking for a dermatologist to help you virtually with your hair and skin? Comment ALIGN below!! by @oyetewa

Don’t let random social media tips, oils and potions distract you from the REAL things you need to do to get your hair loss under control!!

Looking for a derm that REALLY CARES about your hair and scalp? Looking for someone to finally order the labs you need, take a DETAILED look at your scalp and follicles, ACTUALLY give you a diagnosis and take TIME discussing the treatment options?

I GOT YOU!! Comment ALIGN below. 💕 by @oyetewa

A cute hairstyle will NEVER be worth permanent hair loss!!! Proud of this creator for taking it out, despite the cost! What would you have done??

Comment ALIGN if you have hair loss and you need a dermatologist that can help! Comment EBOOK of you need free advice on how to style your hair for maximum health! by @oyetewa

Post-inflammatory… but what came before it?

Dr. Oyetewa Asempa brings the conversation back to the patient’s history. What happened before the dark spot appeared, and do the timing and distribution fit?

When the story doesn’t support PIH, it’s worth taking another look at the diagnosis.

A question to keep in your next visit: “What was happening in that area before you noticed the discoloration?” by @oyetewa

Did you know that with the right technology, your hair loss can be diagnosed and treated at home ? Comment “ALIGN” below to learn more, or head to www.aligndermatology.com !! by @oyetewa

Have locs and losing hair but don’t know what to do about it? I’m a board certified dermatologist that specializes in hair loss, and I’d love to help you! I see patients virtually in 12 states… comment ALIGN below to see if I’m the doctor for you!

Loc girlies (and gentlemen!) how often do you get your retwists?! Locticians, sound off with your recommendations below! by @oyetewa

You DO NOT have to live with scalp pain, hair shedding, or confusion about what to do!

Hey! I’m Dr. Oyetewa Asempa, a board certified dermatologist that specializes in hair loss and scalp conditions.

I’m EXTREMELY PASSIONATE about helping people get their hair and scalp together!

If you have hair loss or a scalp problem and want to see me as a patient, I take virtual patients in 12 states. Comment “ALIGN” below or check out the link in my bio.

If you don’t have hair loss, but want information on hair styling and hair care that will PREVENT hair loss, comment “EBOOK” below for all my recommendations (COMPLETELY FREE).

And If you just want to stay on for the ride and learn, check out my highlights or any of the videos on my page, and follow along for more. by @oyetewa

Were you tenderheaded as a kid?! by @oyetewa

How to get your scalp all the way together AT HOME!

If you have already tried alllll the things, it’s time for a dermatologist. I’d love to see you ! Comment ALIGN below for more information. by @oyetewa

This is so so so sad 😭 here are some tips to keep your pets safe from minoxidil AND some other common household ingredients you didn’t know were toxic to pets!

If you need help figuring out how to grow your hair without topical minoxidil, I’d be happy to see you as a patient! Link in bio or type ALIGN below. by @oyetewa