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The biggest challenges facing women with alopecia
Hi everyone! My name is Sarah. I was diagnosed with Alopecia two years ago. I had to shave my hair and wear wig because of that. It was really hard for me to do that but I had no other choices. It's still very hard for me to tell people that I have Alopecia and the hardest part for me is in dating. It's hard for me to the guy I have wig on my head. Sometimes I get nervous in windy weather because my wig moves. Do you have the same problem or it's just me? My friend has invited me to go swimming with her but because of my wig I couldn't. I heard Freedom wigs are comfortable and natural looking,but I don't know, maybe I am very picky when it comes to wigs. Do you guys have the same problems?
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Permalink Reply by Fabs on
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I just wore a baseball cap. Alopecia didn't stop me from doing anything... Only the weak will use it as an excuse... It might be for the rest of your life! you just have to make the best of it! Atleast you'll be dry quicker in the swimming pool!
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Permalink Reply by Megan Willmott on
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Hi Sarah, I've had Alopecia all of my life so have had to face decisions head on and quickly. Growing up for me I didn't want anyone knowing I was wearing a wig because it made me feel like I was different or an outcast. I've learnt to just be confident and avoid anyone that doesn't appreciate you for you! With regards to the dating issue, you'll come to realise that any partner will accept you for who you are, trust me. I would have panic attacks and worry about what my ex was going to say when I told him that I had Alopecia, bare in mind we were moving in with each other a few months later so I felt I had to tell him. When it finally came round to me telling him about me wearing a wig and having to sleep without it on he didn't even flinch, he just said 'ok, cool. Can we go to the cinema now?' haha. I was in absolute shock so trust me, any man that doesn't accept that it so not worth your time.
I always get scared when it's windy haha it's happened to me before in front of a few of my friends and they all just laughed with me and carried on as normal :) You've got to make sure you're comfortable in your wig otherwise you won't look confident and that is the key!
If you have any other questions or you want to just talk then let me know.
Megan, by the way I live in the UK x
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Krahn on
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Hi Sarah,
When my alopecia hit 6 years ago I felt very similar to you in that I restricted myself from various activities due to wig fears and insecurities. I started to recognize that I was doing this and started researching better hair solutions as I knew that I wanted to wear a wig. After a year of wearing synthetic and a lace human hair wig I switched to the Freedom Wig. It was the best decision I have made to date in terms of dealing with my alopecia.
The Freedom Wig has allowed me to swim, dive, waterski, run, hike, wear high ponytails (I missed my ponytail so much!) ride horses, bikes, snowmobiles with security and without thinking about my hair. With each new activity I tried in my Freedom, I started to regain my confidence and was able to live my active lifestyle again. I loved the hairpiece so much that I became the representative for the company in Manitoba and Eastern Canada. I have watched repeatedly how this hairpiece has changed lives and has helped my clients regain their confidence.
I thought I would share my testimonial but feel free to ask any questions about the Freedom Wig. I am happy to help out.
Cheers,
Jenn
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Permalink Reply by Sarah on
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Thanks Jennifer. I heard about Freedom wig. They look very natural and conformable. Can you give me some information about the price of these wigs. Thanks in advance.
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Hi Sarah,
Not a problem. I will message you personally once we become "friends" on here as there is a lot to discuss in terms of describing the Freedom Wig, how a consultation works, and pricing. Chat soon
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Permalink Reply by Momuv2 on
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Can you tell me how you found a US representative? About how much was the wig?
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I have 1.8 years old daughter suffering from alopecia univeralis since last 1 year. I have showed to many dermats but everyone says that there is no specific treatment for alopecia. I have started homeopathy treatment since last 8 mths. No positive results though she has got her eye lashes and eye brows back. Anyone has any recommendations of what should be done since she is very small and I am very worried of how she will cope up with this once she starts going to school
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Permalink Reply by Dominique Cleopatra on
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This is why I bond using tape and ghost bond adhesive. HairDirect full-lace systems are meant to be worn for days or weeks at a time and are very secure!
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Permalink Reply by Lexi on
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Dominique, although not every wishes to bond and wear their hair 24/7 bonded to their head. I for one do not, and I believe unfortunately for both Freedom and bonding, you have to have zero hair .....I have thin thin straggly hair in most places, and surely not willing to shave it off any time soon.
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