If you are new to wigs and need help in deciding on which one is best suited for you, let me introduce you to the Four (4) C’s of choosing commercial hair. Like selecting a diamond, choosing a wig requires some understanding and appreciation for details. In my world, diamonds are a girl’s best friend and so are wigs and I understand and appreciate both 🙂 : 1 CUT – Choose a flattering cut and style 2 CAP (size) – Determine the [...]
Hair loss is reaching epidemic numbers. Millions of women and men suffer from hair thinning and balding. Even prior to my training in Trichology as a stylist, I noticed that more and more of prospective clients were calling for help because they could no longer conceal their hair loss. This was the start of my unquenchable desire to learn as much as I could about why women are losing their hair. Trichology certification (at that time) seemed [...]
Losing your hair can be unpleasant and difficult to cope with. Your best defense on how to deal with these side effects which are causing your hair loss is consulting your medical health team. It may also be difficult to cope with your personal reaction to hair loss. After all, you have lived with your hair for a long time. It is a part of who you are. Now, your hair loss will be a visible sign that [...]
This article is not an indictment of the “evils” of chemical hair services. I provide healthy hair services for my clients with natural (no chemicals) hair as well as those whose tresses are chemically treated. A healthy head of hair is not just indicative of chemical free tresses. With that being said, in today’s times, it is obvious to me that there is a link between the chemicals used on the hair, the chemicals in foods consumed and hair loss. [...]
Aside from genetics, female hair loss can result from a variety of medical reasons. This blog post looks at a few of those causes, from the general to the more specific, including postpartum and menopausal hair loss. Underlying medical factors In women, many medical conditions may cause hair loss, including the following: o A variety of autoimmune diseases o Thyroid disease o Weight loss caused by severe starvation, dieting or eating disorders o Iron deficiency o Medication use (especially oral contraceptives, beta blockers, Vitamin A, thyroid drugs, tranquilizers and [...]
