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Helping Women Cope with Alopecia (Hair Loss)There are thousands of successful, well-adjusted, contented people living with hair loss. The emotional pain of losing one’s hair from alopecia, breast cancer or other cancers, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, diabetes, lupus, injury, stress, or trichotillomania can be overcome with one's own inner resources, sound medical facts, and the support of others. The following discussion is offered to provide self-confidence in developing a positive self-image. When you start losing your hair, you may want to cut it very short and see how you feel about having a cropped look. Even if your hair does not fall out, chemotherapy and other treatment can make it dry and brittle. You could consider having your hair cut short before your treatment starts. This may help to minimize hair loss as it reduces the weight of hair pulling on the scalp. If you are used to long hair you might find it easier to have it cut in stages to give you time to adjust to a new length. However, some people prefer to shave their heads completely even before they start losing their hair. This can give a sense of control over what is going to happen and you may prefer this to waiting for your hair to fall out. Some people may not want to cut their hair for cultural or religious reasons, and then alternative headwear can be helpful. If you do lose your hair, you have a choice of cover-ups. Or you can go bold and bald. The bareheaded look, accented with dramatic makeup and big, flashy earrings, can be stunning. Most women, however, want to find some way to disguise their bareness-and keep warm. Then it's a matter of what you're most comfortable with: a wig, a scarf, a hat, a snood or turban. You may choose to switch back and forth, depending on whether you are in public or at home with friends and family members. There are no "right" or "wrong" choices; do whatever feels comfortable for you.
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Choosing to Cover Your Head If you don't see what you want, Caring and Comfort for your health and well-being! Contact Us
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Finding a WigGet your wig before you lose a lot of hair. That way, you can match your current hairstyle and color. Plus, you'll have more energy. You can get used to wearing the wig in trial sessions, alternating with your own hair. Wigs come in all styles and colors. A wig made of real hair could cost between $800 and $3,000 retail, and it requires more care than you give your own hair. Caring and Comfort’s suppliers provide high quality wigs at huge discounts. Some women choose synthetic wigs. They look and feel good, need very little attention and care, and cost much less (under $500 retail). Tips on Getting Ready for a Wig
Color is probably the most important issue in choosing a wig. Select a somewhat lighter color than your own hair, for two reasons:
Consider a completely fun wig that will boost your mood when you look in the mirror and tell the world you're doing fine. Try a new color, a new length, or a new style. Caring and Comfort Inc. is an approved provider of wigs for Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP). Some health insurance companies cover part or all of the cost of the wig if your doctor writes a prescription. Ask for a prescription for an Extra-cranial Prosthesis (that is, a wig!) to submit to your insurer. Not every company reimburses, but you should try. It is, after all, a remedy for a treatment side effect just as important as medication you take to treat nausea. It is also a tax-deductible expense. If you can't get or don't have coverage, call your local chapter of the American Cancer Society or your cancer center for assistance. They may even offer free wigs. (Locks of Love provides free wigs for kids and teens.) If you are offered a free wig, make sure it is really what you want. A woman may donate her wig because she seldom wares it or because she has had it for a very long time. Your local hairdresser should be able to advise you about the quality of a used wig. Some salons and wig manufacturers donate new wigs for cancer patients. They may be styles or colors that didn’t sell well. They could be very good wigs that customers returned or exchanged. Try to find out the original retail price. There is a wide range of quality in wigs – some are extremely cheep and poorly made. If you are buying, go for the best-quality wig you can afford. You want one that won't get matted or is difficult to care for, one that doesn't look like a bad toupee. It should fit well on your head, which is why it's important to take your wig with you to the hairdresser even when you don't need it yet. You also want your wig to be comfortable, not lined with material that's going to feel scratchy against your scalp. (Remember that most wigs are designed for women who have some hair.) Some women choose to use a soft cotton liner. Although you may wear your wig almost every day, most women use a wig for less than a year, so it's not necessary to buy something that will last forever. To keep your wig looking good for as long as possible, give your wig "time off" by using a snood, scarf, or hat. On occasion, you may want to have it cleaned and styled by specialty hairdressers. TIP: You can make your own wig stand with two 64-ounce plastic soda bottles. Cut them in half, discard the tops, face the cut edges of the bottoms together, and force one inside another to get a football-shaped stand. |
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Scarves, Snoods, Hats, and MakeupScarves Snoods and Turbans Hats Makeup Here are some tips:
You might want to treat yourself to a full makeover. Many beauty salons have a makeup expert on staff, and sell cosmetics that you can buy after your appointment. You can also go to the makeup counter in any department store for a free session with a stylist-many ask you to buy the products they've used on you, but it may be worth your while. |
Caring & Comfort also offers the big discounts on comfortable hats, soft cotton scarves and snoods - including Parkhurst Hats and Uptown Girl Snoods. 100% Money-back Guarantee Go All Natural with the Best All Natural Fibers. Check out our all cotton Parkhurst hats, handmade natural fiber Hemp hats! And what's more natural than the All Human Hair Wigs! If you don't see what you want, go right to the source and ask our supplier to get it for you! Caring and Comfort for your health and well-being! Contact Us |
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