Hey everyone I'm wondering whether anyone who has dark hair and AA has had to shave their hair completely bald? Is it impossible to get rid of the patches of hair that are left? Im asking as i know at some stage in the future i will have to shave my head bald as im going bald naturally anyway. Has anypne ever tried hair removal cream? OR is it possible to shave it all off?

Hi. I haven't been on here in the longest. So today was the day I decided to check up on what I have been missing! :) I also thought I would update on my current hairpiece and my life. *takes deep breath* So, two weeks ago, I got my new Locks Of Love hairpiece and I'm in love. I posted the picture of my new hair piece as my thumbnail and in the photo thing. It's really long and the bangs are cut almost the same way as the old one. I was sad to give up my last one because I dyed the bangs a…

I am thinking about shaving what little hair I have left to buy a freedom wig. I have wore synthetics and human hair for the past 3 years but can't seem to find one that will stay in place. This is very important to me because I have small children and we are active. It is not a good feeling to be cruising through wal-mart and feel your hair slipping back from your head. If anyone has experience with the silicone cap I would love to hear from you. Does the hair hold up? My human hair wig has…

Hi anyone and everyone who might read this. Yesterday I went into work for the first time since I got my wig (I have a job where I can work from home if I want to). I had been dreading going in because these were the people who I knew might say something because they've known me a long time, but people I don't feel close enough to to bear my soul and all my travails with my hair. The person I was most concerned about is the guy whose office is next to mine (I'll call him Jim). He's a real…

Recently I've been having some issues with my AU, after 4 years I still find myself upset and torn up (not all the time though). Believe me, I wouldn't change my trail and my struggle for anything, it's my story. My friends always tell me "alopecia doesn't define you" but in a way, I believe it does. Its made me who I am: strong, caring, compassionate, and very understanding. It's helped me look past a persons exterior and see into their heart. But unfortunately it hasn't exactly helped me…

Hi All..

I'm new to this website.. i use a wig which have metallic clips, but i understand, security check wont be a problem if i ask for privacy. but my question is, my passport have photo with wig, but what about visa? it requires recent photo.. So what do i need to do? should i give photo with wig or without? please advice.

Thanks

Hi there,

I am from Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada and I was first diagnosed with Alopecia Areata at 16 years old. I had a difficult time with my newfound condition as I was at such a delicate age. I endured the cortisone injections and was pleased with the results. The spots appeared on and off for the next few years but at one point, seemed to cease.

Unfortunately, it was too good to be true. I moved away two years ago and underwent a great deal of stressful events. My hair…

Except for my dad who has been receding since his 30's every one else in my family seems to have their hair. In conversation with my dermatologist last week, he said my AA is genetic. He says the gene lives and has lived within me from birth. He says it's been dormant, but something triggered it. He continued to say, that in so many people that have a genetic predispositon, AA could stay dormant their whole lives, while in others in shows up in their teens...or after episodes of stress or…

I read this to a class of third graders while substitute teaching yesterday. Being that the whole incident starts with a bad hair day, I thought I would pass on a review I saw online (below). The book is Simon's Hook, by Karen Gedig Burnett. If AW allows the promotion of a particular book to grown-up newbies, I'm sure a book for all kids would also be allowed...yes? Here's the description:

Simon's Hook; A Story About Teases and Put-downs (Paperback)

When Simon is teased by his…

Hello anyone who might read this. Well, I did it--I cut off my hair today! I now have two beautiful wigs. I will post some photos tomorrow hopefully. They will still take some getting used to--I look VERY different and I am unaccustomed to having brushable/combable hair! But so far so good. I cried a lot while it was being cut but once it was over I felt free. The wig is very nice and light. Now for shampoo/conditioner... and hats! Oh, how long it's been since I've worn a hat.

Losing my eyebrows was like losing my hair all over again. However, after a year I finally got use to the look and liked it. It actually made my eyes look bigger and brighter. Last year I drew them on when I wore a wig for work, but it took so much time. Getting them tattooed on was a huge step for me, but I have to say that I love them. The woman used hair like strokes and it looks good. It was a shocker at first, but I am glad I did it now. I will post a picture after the touch up…

For those of you who have significant others, I was wondering how did you tell them you had alopecia, how long did you wait, and what was their reaction? Thanks in advance :)

Well "summer" is over. My daughter was home schooled last year. She thinks she is ready to go back to elementary school.

We live in a time when openness or "coming out" is accepted. This summer she gained a great deal of confidence. Going to public places without a hat or wig. She wants to go to 4th grade without anything on her head! We did manage to stay in contact with some of her friends from previous school years. She is fine without anything on head wile playing with them at…

Hello anyone who might read this. Well, after several weeks of research, discussion, tears, and more, I have finally, finally decided what my first wig will be and confirmed my appointment to come in and have my head shaved and the piece applied. In a way, I feel relief--the anticipation part will soon be over and I can get down to the business of dealing with what it's like to be in this new phase. I admire you all who have been on this journey so much.

For me, one thing that is…

Hope I am doing this right! I am Grandma with alopecia--a few years now. In San Antonio for years now, I would love to meet with others in San Antonio. See that I missed the early August gathering. Please keep me in mind for next one.

So I came cross the wig grip and I don't need to wear tape who of thought! My wig does not move.

According to an article on Essence.com, some believe that Gabby should be more concerned with more than just her Olympic dream.

"On Tuesday, 16-year-old Gabrielle 'Gabby' Douglas led our women’s gymnastics team to a gold medal, the USA’s first since 1996. The bouncing, bubbly…

I wanted to share with you all the recent article that was written about my alopecia journey and my love of horses. This was written in a western Canadian publication and available in all tack stores and feed stores.

I am celebrating 30 days of being"Bald and Proud".

I just wish I had done it sooner.

I think this poem convey how I feel.

Being a slave to society's whimsical tune about beauty

I conformed by buying hair that was not mine

Taken from the heads of people in foreign lands

Convinced their contribution will be paid back by GOD.

The long tresses I wore despite the guilt

Agonizing headaches from it being sewed in

I look in the mirror…