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URGENT... Wig Tape Questions
I am new to this forum but have had alopecia universalis for 3 years. I have a Jon Renau human hair wig hand tied as well as a mono top synthetic wig. I wear them for different reasons. One to the gym, the human hair one to town and shopping. My problem is this: I am active, I swim (wearing a bathing cap on my bald head) go to the gym, kayak a lot. I will not stop doing what I enjoy because of this condition.
In 2 weeks I am going on a kayaking course and I know I will have to swim, do rescues and get my head wet. I have to wear a wig and figure the human hair one looks more natural wet than the synthetic. I purchaces some Walker Extenda-Bond mini tapes and the solvent and scalp protecter that was suggested. I did a trial run yesterday to see how it worked. I only attached the tape (1/2 a piece) to the little plastic tabs at the side near the ears. It seemed to hold but in the middle of the night I easily removed it so it cannot have bonded properly. What am I doing wrong when they say these bonding tapes can last a month? I am losing sleep worrying about my wig coming off at the course. Do I need to tape it in more places, use bigger pieces? This is not a lace front wig but I might be able to tape it in more spots. Any help or suggestions will be really appreciated.
In 2 weeks I am going on a kayaking course and I know I will have to swim, do rescues and get my head wet. I have to wear a wig and figure the human hair one looks more natural wet than the synthetic. I purchaces some Walker Extenda-Bond mini tapes and the solvent and scalp protecter that was suggested. I did a trial run yesterday to see how it worked. I only attached the tape (1/2 a piece) to the little plastic tabs at the side near the ears. It seemed to hold but in the middle of the night I easily removed it so it cannot have bonded properly. What am I doing wrong when they say these bonding tapes can last a month? I am losing sleep worrying about my wig coming off at the course. Do I need to tape it in more places, use bigger pieces? This is not a lace front wig but I might be able to tape it in more spots. Any help or suggestions will be really appreciated.
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Permalink Reply by Kayla on
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I'm not sure, i've never taped my wig down before, but if I were to I would probably tape it in several places, perhaps by folding the tape and doing it under the cap it self?
I would do it at the base of your neck, at the tabs by your ears and up under the cap :)
Sorry I know i'm not much help!
But That's all I can think of Lol
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Permalink Reply by Carol Wilson on
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Thanks Susan,
I did think of the bandana idea also. I wear one all the time in the house. I also wear a cotton sun hat when kayaking with a really good chin strap and I can tighten the hat and hold my hair on better. I think with the combination of tape and a hat and maybe bandana I will be able to cope. I am really glad to hear from someone else who is not letting her lack of hair slow her down from doing the good things we love to do! I used to love snorkelling too and even scuba dived once in Costa Rica. After I lost my hair I doubted I would ever do that agin but who knows...maybe I will. Thanks for your suggestions.
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Permalink Reply by Karen Froehner on
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Get theatrical glue/adhesive and glue it on. Try
Mehron has improved the formula for AdMed Liquid Adhesive clear, synthetic adhesive that stands up to the toughest performance conditions. AdMed Liquid Adhesive is used by Professional Clowns to secure their Clown Nose and by Makeup Artists and Special Effects Artists for prosthesis and Bald Caps. AdMed Liquid Adhesive is perspiration resistant and adheres through the most active performances. This liquid theatrical adhesive is strong and durable yet removes easily with AdMed Adhesive Remover. .5 oz Price $16.95 Product Code: 355
on this website:
http://www.mehron.com/AdMed_Liquid_Adhesive_p/355.htm
Too bad you cannot just go bald.
Good Luck, Karen
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