Using Your Own Hair for Making a Wig

Yes, we can. Sometimes friends or relatives want to donate their hair for a wig. Wearing a wig made with your own hair, or hair provide by someone who cares, is very special and satisfying.

My Own Hair Wigs Call for a Free consultation:

651-690-4100

7 AM - 7 PM

STEP #1 - How to cut the hair

STEP #2 - How to measure your head for the best wig size

STEP #3 - How to order and get the look you want

How long will it take to make my wig?

What will it cost?

Cutting Your Ponytail:

cut hair to make a wigBefore you cut your hair, it needs to be secured in a ponytail so it all runs in the same direction. (It would be good to put several bands, one every few inches.) You can cut one ponytail or several smaller ones to maximize the length.

How long does the ponytail need to be? It depends on the length of the wig you want. About 8-inches long is the minimum.

How much hair is needed? You can send just one head of hair (one ponytail) and we will match the color and texture to provide the rest needed to complete the wig. (About 3 heads of hair are used to make each wig.)

Determine the size of the wig you will need

View these Instructions for Measuring and Wig Size Chart.

Your style, your hair and order form

Send us a photo of yourself (or photo of a hairstyle you prefer), the way you want your wig to look. We will do our best to replicate the hairstyle and texture for the look you want – your personal identity or the new you.

Mail your ponytails with our order form and payment/deposit to:

Caring and Comfort, LLC
1747 Ford Parkway
St Paul, Minnesota 55116

Please call 651-690-4100 or email us regarding your situation and the specifics of your request.

How long will it take to make my wig?

STANDARD TURNAROUND:
Custom wigs generally take about 8-10 weeks* in production. (Plus shipping time.)

RUSH ORDERS:
Priority is given to RUSH orders to complete your wig in about 5-6 weeks*. (Plus shipping time.) The cost of this service is $150 USD.

Contact us if you have a shorter timeline. We are committed to help you find the best solution within you timeframe and budget.

*PLEASE NOTE:
The production time starts about 5 days after we receive all the details about your request (including the order form and your deposit). It takes about that long for the wigmaker to receive the hair you provide.

Prices and Options

 

My Own Hair Wig Plans: A B C
Base Price: (US Dollars) $1,500 $1,125 $750

 

FUNDING RESOURCES:

Insurance Coverage for Wigs

Caring & Comfort Financial Assistance Program

You may also be eligible for financial assistance through your local health department, church or synagogue and programs specific for your area of diagnosis. You may want to apply for help with them as well.

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Testimonials

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