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Originally Posted by timrousbeastie
Thank you, Red Pisces. I think getting some proper advice from a wig shop is my next step. So far I've been too scared, and have ordered wigs over the Internet but can't be sure they really suit me. I guess, like you I just have to accept this is the reality for me and ask for help in getting the right look. Asking for help is something I struggle with (I think a lot of hair pullers do).
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Yes, definitely go to a wig shop that works with cancer patients if you can find one in your area. Asking for help can be hard, but trust me, the stylists there work with people like us every day. You don't have to discuss your situation with them either, you know. If you are embarrassed about being a puller just say you have alopecia. It's very common nowadays and is seen in wig shops every day.
I have a pretty small head and always need to have the wig 'tucked' so that it fits snug to my head. Tucking is where the stylist will actually cut out a few rows of the wig in the back and then sew it back together. That might be why you feel they don't 'suit you'. Maybe the fit is off. Also, I've found that the shorter wigs seem to look a little more natural than the longer ones...at least on me.
I know a few tricks to taking care of them too. If you want, feel free to message me.
