Hair Loss Tips
Below is a list of helpful Hair Loss Tips for women experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy treatments, and alopecia. In addition, you will also find helpful tips about choosing the right wig for you, care instructions, insurance tips, and much more. If you are needing some assistance and don't see the tip below, please feel free to ask me a question and I will get back with you shortly. I am always happy to help.
Sensitivity To Fragrance In Shampoos and Conditioners
Many women experiencing Alopecia or hair loss due to chemotherapy may be sensitive to the perfume or fragrance in some of the shampoos and conditioners. Some salons will have small reasonably priced sample sizes of the various brands of shampoos for you to try before purchasing a larger quantity of the products. Read more
Prevention Of Damage And Tangling Of The Hair
There are several known causes that contribute to tangling of the wig especially at the back nape area. Leaning against a pillow, chair or sofa may cause friction that can over time cause some tangling and damage to the hair. Read more
Prostheses with Special Non-Slip Material
Some of the available solutions recently developed in women’s hair prostheses are now being constructed with a special non-slip material that will prevent the wig from shifting and sliding around on the head. The silicone material adheres lightly to the head and allows the prosthesis to stay in place. The use of tape is not necessary with this type of prosthesis. The caps are extremely comfortable and light weight. There are a variety of caps available in Remy human hair, European human hair, and Synthetic fiber. Read more
Losing my Eyebrow and Eyelashes - Here is A Bit of Help
One of my clients would like to share with you, Here is A Bit of Help…
Hairloss is never easy, but it doesn’t have to destroy your life. I tend to try and always look on the positive side of things, ie…I never have to wax or shave. However, losing my eyebrow and eyelashes proved to be more traumatic for me than losing the hair on my head. Read more
Wigs for Black Women
There are a variety of wigs available for Black Women today. The selections vary from inexpensive synthetic pre-styled wigs to more expensive human hair specialty wigs for the medical hair loss patient. You may find that the prices range from less than one hundred dollars to over several thousand dollars. The cost of the wigs will depend mainly on the quality and type of human hair or synthetic materials used to make the wig or hair prosthesis. Read more
Accessories that provide comfort and security for wigs
Comfort and a secure fit are very important when wearing a wig. Your will be less self conscious and more at ease when the right fit is achieved.
Some of the wig accessories that can be helpful in this situation are listed below with a brief description of the products and the benefit that they provide: Read more
Women Experiencing Hair Loss Due to Chemotherapy Treatments
Once you begin your treatments, cut a sample of your hair so that you will be able to match the shade that is closest to your hair color. Read more
Why am I experiencing tangling at the back of the wig?
Tangling at the back of the wig is usually caused by the friction of the hair against other objects such as leaning against the sofa, a chair, a head rest in a car, or against a pillow. The friction causes the synthetic fiber or the human hair damage which will eventually cause it to tangle. Read more
How do I keep the wig from itching?
If you are experiencing discomfort and itching while wearing your wig, there are several suggestions that might be of help. When washing the wig, it is extremely important that you rinse all of the shampoo from the wig thoroughly. If there is a residue or build up of the shampoo, it can cause irritation to the scalp. Be sure to rinse the inside base of the cap numerous times since this is the area next to the scalp. The same procedure of rinsing the inside of the cap applies when using a conditioner. Read more
Coping With the Physical Aspects of Hair Loss
Sometimes we only think of hair as something that provides a fashion statement. Hair is actually on our body to provide warmth and protection. Read more
Insurance Tips for Hair Loss
Obtain a Rx from your oncologist, dermatologist, or physician who is providing your care for a medical cranial hair prosthesis. Read more
Safety Tips to Protect the Synthetic Fiber
Hot water should not be used on synthetic fiber. It is very heat sensitive.
If it is necessary to use a hair dryer, be sure to use the cool setting. Never use the hot setting on a hair dryer. Read more
Care Instructions for Synthetic Fiber Wigs
There are special shampoos that can be used for synthetic fiber. They will add moisture back into the fiber to give it a natural appearance and will help to reduce static. Read more
Will it be Human Hair or Synthetic?
When you begin your search for the perfect wig, you must first consider your lifestyle and these important questions. Read more
Helpful Tips for women experiencing alopecia areata, totalis, and universalis
Here are some helpful tips for women experiencing alopecia areata, totalis, and universalis. If you have any other questions, never hesitate to ask me question and I will be happy help in any way I can. Read more
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