We don’t want to disguise ourselves by wearing the extra hair when it comes to the solution of the hair loss problem. It is the final option that is to be used if all the other treatments fail. But you may want to use those extra hair only in special events which will definitely assist you to be social and increase your relationship with your friends, relatives and other people. This can also help strengthen your courage and determination.
First you should make a decision whether you want to choose a wig that is natural or the one that is artificial or synthetic. In recent days, the use of the synthetic fibers is most as it appears to be more real than that of the earlier one. But they cannot reach the height of the natural one. There are many differences in these types of wig.
A very easy way to determine whether a wig is natural or synthetic is just to pull a strand out of it and have it burnt. If it is natural, it will burn gradually with characteristic smell whereas the synthetic hair melts or just gets into fire when it is kept nearer to the flame which depends upon the chemical compositions of the fiber. And, the synthetic hair will not produce characteristic smell.
The American Hair Loss Council (AHLC) can provide you with the required details regarding the wigs, hair weaves and many more. It is the organization that doesn’t support an individual who get engaged in this area, the members support the principle and code of conduct. The website www.ahlc.org provides with the list of the experts location wise. As by the AHLC, the addition of the hair is the safest method to retain hairs. But it restricts two processes- ‘sutures’ and ‘tunnel grafts’. These processes are not suitable as it can cause infections and different problems.
The hairs are either adhered to the bald part or the hair is just attached to the hair that is in existence. The processes carried out with the existing hairs are often called weaves. When the original hair starts growing, the addition of hair should be done along with reapplying and retying. Adhesive should be used to have the attachment. Glue with the fitting caps can be used for this.
There are certain limitations and warnings which are provided by the AHLC in the hair enhancement.
Even if the adhesives are safer, it is recommended to use it after the tests performed by the dermatologist if you are allergic. If you are not allergic, then also it is better if you have some tests to be away from the possible risks.
Hear weaving involving the prolonged tension has maximum chance to cause the permanent loss of the hair. The clips which are used temporarily but too tight can also cause the maximum loss of hair. It is only usable if it is applied to the qualified client.
A good health and hygiene should be kept so as to enhance the period of the attachment. It is very much important to have the scalp and the hair cleaned regularly.
Laser Volumizers, Cover-Ups and Wigs
Hair additions are not cheap. They may have the starting price from $750 to $2,500. It can be either synthetic or the natural one.
Before using it, it is better if you consult with your doctor and use that one that would have less effect on you. Collect necessary details and be confident to have the attachment with higher quality.
Wigs
If there is no any improvement after the treatment of the hair loss problem, we are finally suggested to use the hats or caps or wigs.
It is very difficult to ask someone to use the wigs instead. This is really a tough task and the final solution when all the other ways are blocked. It will be disgusting to hear from those persons with good hair to use the wigs for fun.
Experts suggest having the customization of the wig you like the most. A single wig can have the hair that would be just sufficient for three more people. So, it is better if you take your wig and have it thinned, trimmed and have it that fits your personality.
Merits Using Natural Wigs
Talking about the merits of using the natural wigs, it looks real that last for longer period of time. You can give same care to your wig as you give to your own hair. It comes in different colors so that you can choose the one that fits your match which have the ability to resist heat from the hair styling products.
Demerits Using Natural Wigs
There are some demerits also. It reacts to the climatic condition. Whenever there is humid climate, your wig will lose furl or frizz as your own hair does. When you have your hair shampooed, it is very much difficult to rearrange and restyle your hair. The color starts fading when it comes in contact with the light. It is a bit heavy than synthetic wigs. There will be breaking of hair if proper care is not given. It is expensive also as it costs $150 to $1000 or more.
Merits Using Synthetic Wigs
There is much more development in the field of synthetic wigs. The synthetic wigs look pretty similar to the natural wigs due to which people cannot differentiate. They don’t cost more than that of the natural one with easy maintenance after having the hair shampooed. They are not so reactive, the climatic change will not have much effect on it neither does the exposure of the hair in light. The colors are already set and the trend is already maintained. There are many more colors that one can select of his/her interest. The quality of the synthetic fibers is also great. There will not be oxidation of the color of the hair with the external agents, the color is long lasting. It is not so heavy and very relaxing to wear. It costs from $50 to $400 or above.
Demerits Using Synthetic Wigs
Synthetic wigs are non resistive to heat as it is burnt by the hot-rollers, irons, etc. It appears more shiny and unnatural which depends upon the money you invest. This wig cannot be colored again and used. The thick wigs will have negative impact on women with very fine hair.
Hair Additions and Extensions
Wigs cannot harm your original hair but the hair additions and the extensions will probably harm your existing hair and result in the damaging of hair.
Be aware in advance when you have the decision to use the extensions. Have it only from the one who is experienced in that field. Try to enhance your own hair rather than the artificial one.
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