Have you ever watched an actor and wondered if he/she was wearing a wig, toupee or even a hair piece, how about hair extensions? Have you wondered about hair replacement for yourself? When you look at Matthew McConaughey, Edward Norton, Al Pacino or Ben Affleck did you ever suspect that they had a form of hair replacement? Well, they do. Some keep it a secret even though it looks so natureal and real that you’d never know that they are either partially bald or completely bald.
The various hair replacement technologies have come a long, long way since your Grandpa’s “rug” and it’s almost impossible to tell that any hair was ever missing. There are surgical and non surgical procedures depending on which works best for the individual. There are many methods and choices but the best part of all is that you don’t have to be partially or fully bald. You can have a full head of hair no matter how old or young you are.
Hair replacement technologies are for all ages and for both men and women. Even millennials no longer have to feel like they are looking in the mirror at someone much older than they really are. No more worrying about whether or not the wind will blow your new hair off or that you look lopsided.
The right solution for your particular need is out there and we can help you find it.
There is something for everyone and all it takes are a few moments for you to contact us to get your free evaluation.
Dear Diary,
It was one of those things that just spins out of control. A client called to book an appointment. She is undergoing chemotherapy and has a wig from us. She had arranged earlier for a wash and style next Thursday and called to get a trim on Friday. She was very difficult to understand because of she does not speak English very well.
Our receptionist, Elfi, was trying to explain to her that there were no stylists available next Friday. We are fully booked. Could she have that done on Thursday? Well, no, her cousin was going to drop off and pick up the wig for that. Poor Elfi tried to explain that we cannot cut into a wig unless it is on the client. That is Standing Order #1. But then it fell apart. The client insisted that we did not want to help her and that it was a mistake to come to us and we didn’t care. Elfi, a liver cancer survivor, was almost in tears.
She came into my office and told me what happened and was visibly distraught. I offered to call the client and see if I could make some special arrangements (maybe ask one of the stylists to stay after hours). Then Elfi said something that rang a bell. “She was sent here by a relative that is a regular of ours so I am so surprised at this.”
Ding! “Elfi, call our regular client and explain the situation and what we can do. They can tell her without the language barrier and hopefully we can get her into a nice place.”
What’s the Jewish saying? “Sometimes a little good luck is the best plan?” It came out all right.
What is Trichology?
Put simply, trichology is the study of your hair and scalp. Like other scientific specialities, trichology takes a holistic approach to the treatment of your hair and scalp, which involves taking into account lifestyle, diet and wellbeing as a whole.
At Continental Hair we are focused on treating and resolving thinning hair and hair loss both on the the medical and cosmetic side of hair loss. This ranges from severe hair and scalp disorders, such as scarring alopecia and alopecia areata, to the general condition of your hair, its texture, health and of course appearance.
If you would like to schedule a FREE no obligation consultation, we can examine both your hair and scalp to determine the best course of treatment to ensure that you are in fact treating your hair and scalp with the only the finest products, that take into account your unique and specific needs.
Joan Lunden Shares Her Experience with Chemo Related Hair Loss
Having served as co-host of ABC’s Good Morning America from 1980 to 1997, Joan Lunden has made a name for herself as a widely respected journalist. A household name, her fans were shocked and concerned to learn that she was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year. She has since made headlines, giving interviews and even posing without a wig on the October cover of People magazine.
Throughout the month of October Lunden has made several appearances and worked to spark conversation around breast cancer. Serving as a special correspondent for TODAY, throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lunden has become an overnight spokesperson for the annual observance. In a recent interview with Hoda Kotb of TODAY, Lunden spoke about her treatment and the impact of her chemo related hair loss. During the moving interview Lunden shared insight on coping with chemo and telling her children about her diagnosis. Watch the complete interview now.
Toronto Hair Replacement Services
At the Continental Hair we have the distinct honor of serving cancer patients each and every day. These brave men and women are in the fight of their lives and we’re here to help make an incredibly trying time a little bit easier. Having served thousands over the years, we are the undisputed experts in Toronto hair replacement. We understand the trials cancer patients face and we are here for them. From fitting patients for medical grade wigs to delivering hair restoration treatment after the completion of chemo and radiation, we are every step of the way!
If you or a loved one are experience chemo related hair loss, look no further! Contact us today and learn why we are Toronto’s preferred provider of medical grade wigs and hair restoration treatment!
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Jackie Nguyen Shares Her Hair Loss Story
The Huffington Post is a widely respected online news sources accredited with breaking some very high profiles stories. Most recently, an article published by Huffington might not have attracted worldwide attention but it certainly resonated with many hair loss sufferers. Among other things, Jackie Nguyen is a Vietnamese American musical theater actor and contributor to the Huffington Post. In an article published earlier this month, Jackie shares her personal account of her battle with female hair loss. In addition to Ms. Nguyen shared images that depict her very advanced hair loss.
Jackie’s story is one that is much more common than you may think. She is a healthy 25 year-old woman who suddenly began to notice large amounts of hair loss. After a trip to the ER and appointments with dermatologist, gynecologists and therapists, the prognosis was alopecia areata. Her doctors suspect that her hair loss is related to a recent bought with depression that triggered the onset of alopecia aerate. In the raw and moving article, Nyguyen shares her story. In a mere two weeks Jackie lost 75% of her hair. She decide to write the piece to shed light on a very sensitive topic.
With more than 100 online comments from readers and fellow hair loss sufferers, Nyguyen’s article clearly struck a chord. At Continental Hair, we were particularly moved my Jackie’s story as we treat thousands of hair loss sufferers each and every year. As the leading providers of Toronto’s hair replacement services we feel that female hair loss is a topic that is not addressed in the mainstream media often enough and we hope that Jackie’s story will encourage hair loss sufferers to seek help. If you, or a loved one, are one of the millions experiencing advancing hair loss, we urge you to reach out to us today, schedule a free demonstration and a no-obligation consultation.
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Dear Diary,
A long time client came in yesterday to order another pastiche. I was surprised when she opened her bag and pulled out a ‘topper’ from someone else.
“I need to have another postiche wig, Michael.” She said. “This isn’t yours.” I looked at it and said “I know.” I felt a little betrayed but it was nothing personal.
“I don’t think its real hair. I just got it because they were close by.”
“Oh, it is real hair,” I said, “Just not the type you have gotten used to.”
“Well, let’s make one up right, Michael.”
“That is what we are here for.”
And we did.
