How long your wig lasts depends on how it is made and how you take care of it.
Synthetic Hair
With synthetics, it is very important to avoid high heat. Not only from everyday activities like cooking but especially from high-heat curling irons and blow dryers. The synthetic hair will not catch fire. But it will frizz and have a very unnatural appearance. A synthetic wig, even perfectly cared for, will begin to frizz from the heat generated from your body, and will degenerate more quickly if you spend a lot of time in the sun. For this reason, one can expect a synthetic hair wig to last no longer than 8 to 12 months of everyday wear.
If a wig is worn every day, it should be washed about every two weeks. Because it is not growing hair, it does not get coated with lubricating oils and sweat from the scalp. So it does not require washing as often. To wash your synthetic hair wig, use a mild shampoo in cold water. Rinse in cold water as well. This will ensure the style is maintained. Shake away excess water and leave to dry overnight.
Asian Human Hair
With this type of hair, you can use your hot curling irons and blow dryers. It can be styled, even permed, like your natural hair. However, it will require colouring two or three times a year. This is a result of the processing, which strips the cuticle from the hair shaft. The cuticle is what keeps the colour in the hair.
Wash in cold water, agitating gently, this is required for only 20 to 30 seconds. Do the same with a rinse then brush and style. Hint: for any human hair wig, it is best to have a simple style. That way after every washing you do not have to take great pains to re-style it.
European Hair
It is best if the stylist at the wig salon demonstrates the washing procedure for European hair. Do not expect your hairstylist to know how this is done. Your stylist may be a wizard with your hair, but when styling and especially maintaining this quality of wig only a very few (usually ones that were in business during the 60′s) know how it’s done. Pride can prevent them from admitting that this is not in their area of expertise. Disregard any advice regarding dry cleaning fluids or other exotic procedures as mythical and incorrect.
I was curious about something I had heard recently about using natural methods to fight hair loss and wondered if this was some hocus pocus magic, or the real deal. I will write what I found out and let you decide which it is…the real deal or the workings of snake-oil salesmen.
In searching I found a long list of tonics, creams, supplements and treatments that sounded too good to be true and certainly didn’t fit with what I have learned so far about hair loss treatments.
In the past we have discussed the work of hair loss icons like Dr. David Kingsley, Dr. Alan Bauman and even Sy Sperling… all pioneers in the field of hair loss. We have also written dozens of posts on laser treatments, scalp treatments and every other kind of hair loss treatment. We’ve looked at the results of some of the clinical trials being conducted on stem cells (PRP) and just about exhausted everything we could find on the Internet about preventing the loss of hair in both men and women.
Now we are being told about something else…something that does not involve the usual causes for hair loss . The following are some suggestions by the famous Andrew Weil, M.D. who is known far and wide for his books on natural therapies for all manner of health related problems.
Dr. Weil recommends the use of flax seed and Omega-3 fatty acids; nothing new there. He also talks about dietary changes and supplements; still nothing new. Then things start to get a little bit strange.
He advocates for hypnosis, guided imagery, Anthrain Ointment (a synthetic substance made to treat psoriasis and saw palmetto (for treatment of benign prostate problems. We all know what hypnosis is and I looked up guided imagery and it said, “Guided Imagery is a technique used by many natural or alternative medicine practitioners as well as some physicians and psychologists for aiding clients and patients to use mental imagery to help with anything from healing their bodies with Cancer guided imagery to solving problems or reducing stress.
Guided Imagery is not limited to physical problems or health issues and is commonly used for emotional healing or psychological issues. Guided Imagery is sometimes considered a form of hypnotherapy. Simple imagery suggestions are given to a client by a trained practitioner typically in a one-on-one fashion, however, it is sometimes done in group sessions. The offering of a series of image suggestions depends upon the needs of the individual. The image suggestions given to a client often involve effective breathing and relaxing techniques at the start of the session, and then progresses further through the main course of the patient’s problem by providing a direction toward the solution”.
Do any of these methods really work? In closing, in Dr. Weil’s article he stated the following; “ I began to go bald at age 16 so enjoy the beauty of baldness”. Why does this sound counter-productive to me?
If in fact bald was so beautiful then why is hair restoration a multi-billion dollar a year business and why are all of these so-called “beautiful people” seeking treatment?
We leave the fail decision up to you. If you are experiencing thinning hair or hair loss and are not okay with it, then call us, fill out the form on this page and arrange for your evaluation. Our approach is a very simple one. The first thing we will do is learn more about you, your lifestyle and the determine what is causing your hair to thin or fall out, then we will recommend a solution that best fits your need and budget. It’s that simple, no gimmicks, no hocus locus, just real solutions.
Is Your Thyroid Normal or Is It Time to Get Checked?
There are several diseases that can contribute to hair loss, including thyroid disease. One of the major issues with thyroid disease is that people often don’t realize they have it until long after it’s been affecting their health. While the symptoms vary from person to person, many people with thyroid disease experience weight gain, depression, aches and pain, and yes, hair loss. This disease can cause hair to thin and grow coarse at an unnatural rate, but many women simply mistake this process as a natural signs of aging. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and you don’t know the cause, it is important to schedule an appointment with your doctor.
After checking your thyroid levels, a doctor will be able to determine whether or not you have thyroid disease. While your doctor will help you treat the condition itself, we can help with the associated hair loss. We offer custom medical wigs, all of which are made using 100% real human hairs. No matter how much hair you have lost due to your thyroid condition, we can help you achieve a full head of hair in no time. The team at Continental Hair invites you to give us a call to set up a consultation today.
Male pattern baldness may be more noticeable to the average person walking by you on the street, but there are just as many women who suffer from hair loss. While often not as drastic as the hair loss experienced by men, hair thinning can be just as devastating for women.
Hair thinning does not just physically alter someone’s appearance. It can also take a mental and emotional toll due to the stress and anxiety caused by trying to cover up the loss of hair.
At Continental Hair, we’re here to tell you that you no longer have to worry about hair thinning. Regardless of how much hair you’ve lost, we offer simple and affordable solutions that mean you won’t have to worry about concealing your hair loss any longer.
The Contressa is Continental Hair’s own semi-permanent hair system. Hand-knotted with real human hair, the Contressa allows you to live your life without worrying about your hair!
The Contressa is custom-made just for you, so it can offer either full coverage or partial coverage, depending on the severity of your hair loss.
The Contressa may be best for you if:
- You want a semi-permanent (up to 4 weeks) hair replacement
- You have an active lifestyle and want to wear your hair during activities
- You have moderate to severe hair loss
A Postiche (sometimes called a “topper”) is a partial wig meant to blend in with your own hair. Made with real human hair, our experts will blend your postiche with your existing hair so it’s completely seamless!
A postiche is similar to an integration system, except it’s primarily considered a daily-wear clip on, whereas the integration system stays on for up to 3 weeks.
A Postiche may be best for you if:
- You have mild to moderate thinning hair
- You’d like to blend your hair solution with your existing hair
- You’d like to be able to remove your hair system at the end of the day
An integration system is a partial hair replacement solution that is semi-permanently attached for up to 3 weeks. Made with real human hair, it’s virtually invisible because we can blend it with your existing hair!
An integration system is similar to a postiche, except the integration system is considered a semi-permanent hair system, while a postiche is a daily wear clip-on.
An Integration System may be best for you if:
- You have mild to moderately thin hair
- You’d like to blend your hair solution with your existing hair
- You prefer to wear your hair system for a longer period without worrying about it
A wig can be a good solution if your thinning hair is quite severe. Our wigs can be made either with real human hair or synthetic hair and can be custom-made to suit your needs.
However, in most cases, we would recommend going with a “partial” solution such as a Postiche, Integration System, or a partial Contressa since we can blend those with your existing hair.
A full wig may be for you if:
- You have severely thinned hair
- You want to be able to remove your wig when you feel like it
- You want to be able to change your look by changing into a different wig
Dermatologists can help determine the type of hair loss more closely. The vast majority of women that do something about this condition get a hair system such as a postiche, which works with your existing hair, rather than a full wig.
The idea that thinning hair and hair loss are just problems for men is false. Over forty percent of those who experience temporary or long-term hair loss are in fact, women. Some women have hair that is thinning all over, while others can see the center part of their hair gradually widen. Even others develop distinct baldness at the crown of the head. Unlike men, however, women rarely develop a receding front hairline.
There is no cure that can stop and reverse hair thinning in women, but there are several solutions when it comes to replacing hair. Whether you are in need of a topper to create a fuller look on the top of your head or an entire wig for more advanced hair loss, you can count on us to offer custom products and systems to meet your exact needs.
One of our hair replacement professionals will work with you to find a solution that works best with your specific hair-thinning case. For more information about how we can help with hair thinning, please contact us today!
Millions of people around the world suffer from a condition known as trichotillomania, and while you may not have heard that word before, it could be something that affects your life. Do you constantly pick at and pull out hair on your scalp or even other places on your body? If so, you may have trichotillomania, an obsessive-compulsive disorder that is characterized by a compulsive need to pull out one’s own hair. While some several techniques and methods can help you reduce this habit, there is no single proven cure. If trichotillomania has affected you so much that you have thinning hair and bald patches, the team at Continental Hair is here to offer a solution.
We have several hair replacement services available, including wigs and toppers. Whether you need a topper to add some thickness to the top of your scalp or a complete hair replacement system, we will work with you to find what’s best. In addition to covering up your bald spots, a wig will at least partially cover your natural hair, making it harder to pull out in the future. For more details about trichotillomania and the hair replacement solutions we have available, contact Continental Hair today!
Kate Middleton, Kim Kardashian, Kate Hudson and Selma Blair are victims too!
First, what exactly is Postpartum Hair Loss? Hair loss after pregnancy is the sudden shedding (sometimes in clumps) that many new mothers experience between three and six months after they give birth. Second, why does this happen? Due to the increased estrogen levels during pregnancy a woman’s hair “rests” and does not shed like it usually does (about 50 to 150 hairs per day is considered normal). When the estrogen levels revert to normal (after giving birth) all bets are off. The hair begins to shed once again. This is called telogen effluvium.
In most cases the hair loss is minor and returns to normal but in others you might see clumps of hair falling out and the thinning process continues and your usual beautiful full head of hair does not return. Celebrities like Kate Hudson, Kim Kardashian and Selma Blair panic just like everyone else and although hair growth return is the usual order of the day, there can be reasons where the hair remains thin and normal growth is curtailed. A variety of medical conditions can cause hair loss, including:
Thyroid problems. The thyroid gland helps regulate hormone levels in your body. If the gland isn’t working properly, hair loss may result.
Alopecia areata. This disease occurs when the body’s immune system attacks hair follicles — causing smooth, roundish patches of hair loss.
Scalp infections. Infections, such as ringworm, can invade the hair and skin of your scalp, leading to hair loss. Once infections are treated, hair generally grows back.
Other skin disorders. Diseases that can cause scarring, such as lichen planus and some types of lupus, can result in permanent hair loss where the scars occur.
Celebrities and even royalty such as the ones mentioned above don’t wait around for their hair to grow back; they take action.
If you are experiencing Postpartum hair loss or thinning hair contact us to learn more about what solutions are best for you.
