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What is scarring alopecia?
Androgenetic alopecia (more frequently referred to as female or male pattern baldness) may be the most widely regarded type of alopecia – it’s responsible for around 50% of hair loss in males aged 50 or over and an estimated 50% of cases in women over the age of 65...
Stylish headwear options for every taste: top picks for summer 2024
Summer is officially here, which means you’ll need to take a few extra precautions to stay cool and comfortable as a wig wearer should temperatures rise. While choosing a shorter wig style is a great option as temperatures soar, going wig free is another way to keep...
The dos and don’ts of trimming your wig at home
The right cut and colour teamed with a great quality human hair or synthetic wig is the key to making wig wear work for you, whatever the underlying cause of hair loss or thinning. Whether you want to cut your wig to achieve a more natural look or to add your own...
The blow drying basics every wig wearer should know
With summer officially here, taking control of your wig in the face of rising humidity levels is on the agenda for many people. Whether you have a heat-friendly synthetic hair system or a human hair wig, how you style your wig is the secret to not only staying cool...
Veganism and hair loss – what’s the connection?
The debate on whether plant-based diets really are best rages on. Veganism has received lots of bad press of late, with ultra-processed vegan foods that are low in protein and fibre but high in salt, sugar and fat being categorised by many as potentially dangerous....
The role of calcium in hair health
There are several nutrients that are well known and much loved for supporting hair and scalp health. From biotin and folate to vitamin C and D, including the top vitamins and minerals for the hair and scalp in your diet can work wonders for the condition of your hair,...
Do you have hairline acne?
Acne isn’t just a condition reserved for your teenage years. According to the latest research, over a third – 34% to be exact – of people have suffered from acne during their adult lives, and it is a widespread problem that can impact those affected both physically...
Here’s how to reverse wig damage
With a good quality synthetic wig lasting between four and six months with everyday wig wear, and human hair wigs costing more and lasting a little longer, there’s a lot of time to fall in love with your chosen wig style. A fact that makes parting ways with it even...
The best UK-based support groups for sufferers of hair loss
The impact of hair loss is more than just skin deep. Whatever its cause, looking after your mind as well as your body is important. DermNet shares their findings on the psychological effect hair loss can have on the individual: “The evidence confirms that the...
Wheat germ oil – a boost for hair and skin health?
The natural world is full of fantastic remedies that work wonders for skin and hair health. While some are better than others, exploring how natural goodness can improve the texture, condition and appearance of hair is what we’d recommend before anything else. Letting...
The top ways to preserve hair health as you lose weight
With summer fast approaching and those holidays in sight, many people will be reviewing their weight loss goals to ensure they can hit the beach feeling comfortable in their own skin. Whether you’re looking to make some major lifestyle changes or plan to just tone up...
What is a gym wig?
Whether you let off some steam with vigorous HIIT training or something a little gentler (like yoga, pilates or swimming), completing your workout with confidence and in comfort is important. Active individuals who wear wigs have a little extra to think about when...
