Wigs: human hair vs synthetic/blend?

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Leee
Leee Member Posts: 155
edited January 2019 in Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After

What are your thoughts, advice and experience with wigs?

I’m interested in a natural look so thinking about human or human/blend wigs. Thoughts

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  • BrinkOfEternity
    BrinkOfEternity Member Posts: 207
    edited January 2019

    I tried different wigs but all of them are too itchy/uncomfortable for my scalp, even the most expensive ones. I ended up wearing hats with synthetic hair attached. They’re much more comfortable and look very natural. Even people who know I’m going through chemo think that’s my real hair underneath.

    I alsomet someone who loves her human wig and says it looks perfect on her, so it’s really up to your personal preference.

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  • muska
    muska Member Posts: 1,195
    edited January 2019

    Mine was a blend if I recall correctly. It was pricy but worth every penny. They matched my natural color and haircut and nobody knew I was wearing a wig.

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  • HersheyKiss
    HersheyKiss Member Posts: 550
    edited January 2019

    My wig was synthetic, and I loved it: youthful style, fantastic color, easy care. I miss it.

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  • TWills
    TWills Member Posts: 679
    edited January 2019

    I had a human hair but I have to say that they are a lot more work. I’m a hairstylist and I found it overwhelming at times. Basically when you shampoo it you have to start over with the styling process where as a synthetic wig holds it shape and the style has a memory. I needed a tripod, mannequin head base to pin my wig to to blow dry and either curl or flatiron style it.

    I think for the average person a synthetic is the way to go. Some are heat resistant so you can use blow dryers and curling irons on low heat to touch up the style if needed.

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  • keepthefaith
    keepthefaith Member Posts: 2,156
    edited January 2019

    I bought a synthetic wig and it looked very natural. I chose one that was close to my pre-chemo style and color. For some people, though, it's a good time to try out something new. It was easy to care for and held it's shape just fine. I used a little cotton wig cap underneath the wig to help with itching, etc. If you are in the States, the American Cancer Society offers one free wig. I also made a headband with my own hair (bangs) to wear under scarves, etc. There are companies that will fashion a hair piece for you, from your own hair, also. I had a lovely wig, but it was one of the first things to be donated to a breast cancer group, when my TX was over!:) Best wishes.

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  • Jenkins00
    Jenkins00 Member Posts: 144
    edited January 2019

    I bought a synthetic wig close to my style but a little lighter and styled more closer to my chin. What I have now is a bob which is a result of cutting 6 + inches off to get ready for hair loss.

    I was advised it would be easier to care for.

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  • exbrnxgrl
    exbrnxgrl Member Posts: 12,424
    edited January 2019

    One of our late members was an Orthodox Jewish women who had spent most of her adult life wearing a sheitel (wig). Although human hair is fabulous, she recommended synthetic wigs for ease of care and a more reasonable cost considering that you would not be using it for a long time

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