Category: Hair systems and wigs

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Hair Loss InformationI Remember an Advertisement for Artificial Hair Implants – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Years back I could swear, unless I’m imagining this, that I saw an ad in a magazine about hair replacement that consisted of attaching artificial hair into the scalp. This was not a “piece” either. It was actually inserting hairs directly into the scalp. The reason I think I could be imagining this is because it was so long ago and I have never heard anything about it since. The thing is…I really do remember reading it. Have you ever heard of this? If yes, can you tell me (and your readers) what you know about it? Does it work? Do you do it? Please share whatever you know.

Thank you very much for your time.

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There are many problems associated with inserting artificial hair into the scalp, including:

  1. Infection
  2. Horrible scarring
  3. Scalp irritation
  4. Accelerated hair loss
  5. Infection, infection, infection!!!

As such, this type of procedure has been banned in the United States, yet this has been done for many years in the past, particularly in some Asian countries. For more info, check out the post I wrote about this a few years back — Artificial Hair.

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Hair Loss InformationLittle Richard’s Hair – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Little RichardI am amazed at how young Little Richard the entertainer looks.His hair looks unusually full and straight for a black man at his age.

Is this his hair or does he use a system similar to Michael Jackson’s?

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I’ve never met the man, but after looking at his pictures, it really looks like a good afro with lots and lots of styling… but more probably, it is a hair piece or wig. I don’t know how similar it is to Michael Jackson’s though.

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Hair Loss InformationTerrible Burning Sensation After Applying Hair System Glue – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I recently went to have a system put on.The guy who put it on used something similar to crazy glue.Needless to say my head had terrible itching and burning within a week.I had a watery discharge that ran down my forehead.I went to an emergency room but left because they took to long.Anyway, I saw a skin doctor that same day who pulled the system off (it was halfway off).After pulling it off my head was red as a tomato and smelled burned.The doctor took photographs and gave me special soap and ointment.I believe that this burn will cause disfiguration and will be clearly visible if I decided to shave my hair off.I recently found out this “doctor”needs a license as a cosmetologist to apply chemicals.With or without a license is there any liablity for this man for burning my scalp with this adhesive should I decide to file a lawsuit?

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It seems you are seeking a medical-legal advice in which I cannot provide for you. In general it seems you had some sort of reaction to the hair system glue. I do not know the extent of physical harm it has caused, but it seems you were able to see a doctor who was able to treat your medical issues. In general, before thinking of a lawsuit, I would approach the facility that applied the hair system and tell them you are unhappy with the outcome and try to work out some form of mutual resolution. That will take far less time than going the legal route, which is costly in time and money.

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Hair Loss InformationWeaves Pulled Out My Hair – Can I Use Steroid Cream to Regrow It? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Can you use Steroid Based Ointments to help grow the sides and back part of your head that has thinned from Weaving? I pulled out a lot of my hair over years of weaving and left my weave in for over three months most times. My hair is originally thick, tough, bulky and curly and I think I used weaves because of anxiety and low self esteem, kind of like self harm as I abused my hair with weaves for years. Anyway, I didnt realise the weaves were slowly pulling out my hair and the last weave was so tight I lost bulk from the middle and the front was so thin you could see my scalp after it came out.

Ive now stopped that. My immediate family including both pairs of grand parents have absolutely no balding or hair loss problems. My twin sister also has thick curly hair. I am now 32. Will my hair grow back to its natural state and remain like that and can I use anything to help?

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No, no, no steroids! They are generally bad for your hair. Steroid-based ointments, creams, lotions, or potions will not regrow the hair you lost.

Hair loss from years of using tight weaves is usually permanent. The constant pulling from the weave in your hair likely caused traction alopecia. You should see a hair transplant surgeon to find out if you can be helped. For more on traction alopecia, please see eMedicine.

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Hair Loss InformationCorrective Hair Implants – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I’ve recently come across the concept of hair implants http://www.hairloss.com/. I was wondering if you see any viability in this procedure, or is this another tactic of some money making company basically blowing smoke where the sun doesn’t shine?

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You have to always beware of such advertisements, particularly when it sounds too good to be true. At first glance, the site reads as if it is a hair transplant with hair from another person, and without surgery! But then, the website interestingly discusses some bonding of human hair (not your own) to the skin with some bonding material.

My conclusion — it is just another type of wig.

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Hair Loss InformationHair Transplants in the Frontal Hairline, Hair System Up Top – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I have used a hair system for a few years. Some seem to be better than others,but I am looking for the most undetectable result. I thought of having partial hair transplants done in the front- this is the area most detectable as fake. Have you any ideas of the best possible solution for me?

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What I can tell you is that the combination of hair transplants in the front and a hair system behind it works for many people. You are correct in that the hair systems are generally easy to detect in front, so if you have a good hair transplant in front of the hair system, you will have considerably more freedom in styling your hair.

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Hair Loss InformationI Think I’m Too Young for a Hair Transplant, So I Want to Use a Hairpiece Until I’m Old Enough – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Hello NHI physicians,

I’m thinking about getting a hair transplant in the future, but at the moment I think I’m a bit too young for one (under 25). I have diffuse MPB on the crown (it’s quite severe), and am thinking about shaving the top off and using a hair piece/hair system until I reach the age when the MPB is more stable.

My question is, would the glue or bonding method from using a hair piece damage my scalp in any way that would prevent me from getting a hair transplant in the future?

I appreciate all the information you all have provided on this site.

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ToupeeGlues, tapes, and even clips are methods used to hold down the hairpiece to the scalp, which can cause even more hair loss. These will likely not prevent you from getting a hair transplant in the future, but you’re running a huge risk of causing yourself more trouble with hair loss. Weaves also cause traction alopecia. There is really no way around this. The decision to go with a hairpiece is a more common decision than those that want hair transplants, possibly because of the perceived cost difference and/or the fear of a surgical procedure. The choice may be a very expensive one, however, as the 5 year cost for a hair system can run well over $15,000. See My Hair System Cost Me Over $16,000 In 5 Years! for a breakdown, as sent in by a patient.

If you are losing your hair from MPB, be sure to also consider finasteride. This is a prescription medication and requires you to meet with a doctor.

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Hair Loss InformationCan Shaved Hair Grow Under a Hair System? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

do you have to be completely bald to wear a hair system? what if you are just thinned out and have a few bald patches? when you shave your head, does it grow back under the hair peice?

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Yes, your hair may grow under a hair system. The reason you wear a hair system, though, is because you are thinning or balding… and because of that you may notice less and less growth as time goes on as the natural balding process is ongoing. In addition, some hair systems that use glues or tapes to attach can put traction on your scalp that may in turn put traction to the growing hair and cause them to fall out, possibly permanently.

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Hair Loss InformationReader Says John Travolta’s Hairpiece Is Not Costly – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

The hair like Travolta wears is NOT costly as mentioned in the article.Also not required to go into a salon to have it attached.There are a number of sites on the net that sells this type of quality piece for less than 200 dollars.I have 2.Also Hollywood hair web site shows John`s hair for 159.00

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Thanks for the information. It seems like you’ve done your research… or perhaps you’re just selling something. These type of hair systems can go for thousands of dollars, but there will always be a cheaper company there to undercut the more expensive model. Plus, I assume that like many celebrities, John Travolta would have a personal stylist, adding to the overall cost. Judging by the photos (see here) though, perhaps his stylist got the day off.

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Best Non-Surgical Hair Replacement? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

What is the best system of non-surgical hair replacement? And are there any that Are there any that just cover part of scalp rather than try to give you back a full head of hair?

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WigYou have to look at many factors to determine which one will be non-surgical hair replacement option suits you best. This will include price, quality of product, ease of use, and what creates the most natural appearance.

Hairpiece / hair system:
Hairpieces start with with a section of netting called the foundation, which is cut and molded to the approximate size of the bald scalp area. The highest quality hairpieces are custom made and can cost thousands of dollars each. They might be made of human hair. These usually only last for a few years and need regular maintenance and upkeep, washing, and repairs. Sooner or later (usually less than 2 years) the hairpiece needs to be replaced. Most people have two hairpieces — one to use when the other is being washed or in repair.

Weave:
Weaves are another option. In this method, strands of the client’s own hair are pulled through openings in the foundation (mesh) of the hairpiece, tightly securing it to the foundation. This commonly causes traction alopecia and results in more hair loss from the constant pulling.