About a year ago I had a young client come to see me. She was only about 22 years old and had been going through a very aggressive chemotherapy regimen. She had total hair loss and the steroids had left her bloated. But she was the most delightful client I had ever had. She was so cheerful and full of laughter.
She had brought her sisters with her and we were all in my consultation area. I like it being a large area so it can accommodate a client’s support group (entourage) easily. And they were there to help her out.
This young woman had been through a lot and still had a sense of humor and was just a joy to be around. I really wanted to make sure she got a beautiful wig. She wanted a human hair one, a proper medical wig.
“I used to have beautiful hair like my sisters,” she said, and her sisters had lovely long honey brown hair, “and I asked them if they would cut it so I could have a wig made out of it.”
At this her sisters grew quite adamant. “We told you”, they said, “if you want a kidney or a lung or need bone marrow, that’s no problem. But not the hair.” My client laughed at this. I told her, “Don’t you worry. You don’t need their hair. I’ve got stuff that’s just as pretty.”
We got her a lovely human hair wig. We hi-lighted it and trimmed it and made it her own. It was a very proud moment for me. I had chemo when I was just a little older than her so I had a little bit of an affinity with her. And when it comes to a young woman with that kind of dramatic hairloss it really makes me feel great when I can get them something that they really like.
We understand that losing your hair can be an incredibly difficult time in your life. Whether you have alopecia, are undergoing chemotherapy, or your hair is falling out or thinning for any other reason, your reaction will most likely not be positive. After getting over the initial shock of discovering you suffer from hair loss, you may be feeling lost, anxious, and a range of other feelings. Fortunately, there are several things you can do that should help you cope with the situation.
One of the best ways to cope is to realize there are a variety of hair replacement solutions available to you. Whether you’re losing most of your hair or its thinning at the top, you will be able to cover up any spots with a high-quality wig. While you may know you’re wearing a wig, no one else has to. And while you should never base your looks on what other people think of you, we know that much of your anxiety probably stems from being seen in public without a full head of hair. If replacing your lost hair will help you reduce this stress and anxiety, it’s a solution worth pursuing.
While you may be tempted to keep your hair loss a secret, you may actually feel better after confiding in a close friend or family member. This is especially true if you can find someone who has gone through a similar situation. Furthermore, if your hair loss is a result of a medical treatment like radiation or chemotherapy, there are countless support groups available for you to join.
While it may take time, the best thing you can do is accept the situation and find a solution that works for you like a synthetic or natural wig. This will allow you to be excited about the future and opportunities you have to style your new head of hair.
When we were young…there’s a magic to youthfulness, the time when we were in the prime of our days ready and willing to tackle anything that came in our way. We were tough and pugnacious; the air we breathed seemed as vigorous as the greatest cocktail imaginable. Every now and again (and some more than others) we feel the need to dig up the bodies of our past selves and resurrect them in the laboratories of our minds.
A few of us will do anything it takes to lose some years and by anything, we really mean it – whether we manipulate our hair, skin, or something else, many of us are determined to look younger, because “look good, feel good.” Some of us even want to look like babies. Can you believe that? The answer might be yes…and this hair look is being called “babylights.”
According to Today, “We all want baby-soft skin, but what about baby hair? Babies have gorgeous (and natural) subtle highlights and that’s something we as adults crave. Well, experts have figured out a way for grownups to steal the look – and it’s become one of those season’s biggest trends.”
The goal is, it seems, is to keep hair looking subtle, soft, and fresh, just like a baby’s…and babylights are a great way to accomplish that without seriously committing to a major life overhaul. Hmm…while a baby’s head is certainly soft, is that the right route people should take to appear and feel younger? For some, that might seem an extreme change; you can’t go much younger than a baby, but at Continental Hair, we will try anything at least once!
From chemotherapy to alopecia, there are a wide range of treatments and conditions that can lead to hair loss in women. Depending on the rate in which your hair falls out, you may not even notice the issue until you’ve lost a lot. Regardless of what’s behind your hair loss, we’re here to help you identify the signs early on so you have ample time to find a hair replacement solution that works for you.
Identifying hair loss in women is typically much more difficult than in men, especially early on if you don’t know what to look for. This is especially true for women who have long, thick hair who are losing it at a slow rate. However, there are a few things you can look out for like additional hair on your hands in the shower. It’s normal for everyone to lose some hair each day, but if you’re noticing clumps of it in your hands or in the bath tub while showering, you may be losing it at a faster rate than normal.
In most cases, hair loss in women will involve a thinning of hair around the crown. Because of this, it is important to check the very top of your head if you suspect you are experiencing hair loss. If you can’t get a good look yourself, ask a friend, family member, or doctor to examine the area and even take pictures. Check this area every couple of weeks and try to identify whether or not it looks any thinner than usual.
You are probably very familiar with your hair and how you style it. If you begin noticing it is harder to style the way you want, or there is more hair on your brush, these are all indicators it could be falling out. The sooner you do something about your hair loss, the less you will have to worry about it, so don’t go another day without seeking help!
It’s kind of crazy to think of all the hair trends that come and go. Some are more typical, maybe pertaining to color and bangs or something of that ilk. Others are stranger, shall we say, involving weird pieces or extra pieces of flare; some of these hairstyles resemble Halloween costumes to be honest or in the case of Chinese women, fictional characters out of fairytales, like something out of Jack and the Beanstalk, as reported by gossip celebrity Perez Hilton.
He writes, “Bean sprouts – not just for eating or putting in soup anymore!!! Now they go on your head. The latest trend in China is accessorizing one’s hair with a bean sprout. An actual bean sprout. The trend has caught on so well over the last few months that now manufacturers are selling bean sprout hair clips! Amazing! You can get some, too, for about $5.99 per set. But if you’re not so much into sprouts, there are also flower, mushroom, and apple leaf clips! Will you be trying this trend, Perezcious readers???”
Thank you Perez Hilton for bringing this trend to our attention! Bean sprouts in your hair? That brings a whole new meaning to being one with the earth, doesn’t it? You can never guess what will become popular in the exciting world of hair and at Continental Hair, that keeps us on the edge of our seats. Every day is something different and you have to ready for anything. What’s next? Tomatoes in your hair? Corn on the cob? Who knows?
There are dozens of reasons why people lose their hair, and the exact cause or hair loss is different for everyone. In most cases of severe hair loss, there are several things contributing to the problem. While some causes of hair loss are unpreventable due to your family history, a particular illness, or other reasons, there are a few that are completely avoidable.
One of the most common causes of hair loss that is preventable is stress. Stress can be both mental and physical, and it has several causes in and of itself. If you have been feeling stressed for any reason and begun noticing your hair falling out, it may be a side effect of the mental or physical overexertion you’re placing on yourself. Rather than treating the hair loss in this instance, it is more important to identify and correct the cause of the stress in the first place. Of course, hair loss can also cause stress, so it’s important to identify which came first.
Certain hair styling techniques and methods can also cause your hair to fall out. For example, a ponytail that pulls your hair back too tightly can cause your hairline to recede over time. Some hair styling products and shampoos have also been linked to mild cases of hair loss, so make sure you research the things you’re putting in your hair.
Your diet could also be contributing to your hair loss, particularly if you aren’t getting the nutrients your body requires on a daily basis. Certain nutrients in particular can lead to hair loss if your diet doesn’t include enough of them, including iron, zinc, and B12. Take some time to analyze your diet and make sure you’re getting the foods you need to stay healthy.
If your hair loss is being caused by one of these avoidable reasons, correct the root of the problem and you can expect your hair to stop falling out soon after.
