1- How often do I clean my wig?
Depending on your daily activity and lifestyle, a minimum of once a week is recommended. If worn daily for 10 to 12 hours a day, we would suggest you wash it twice a week. But, there are factors that could change this, depending on
the individual wearer, the type of styling products used or the environment in which the wig or hairpiece is worn. You, personally, will be the judge of when it needs to be cleaned. It will begin to feel oily, matte, and easy to tangle.
2- What type of styling tools can I use on my wigs?
The choice of styling tools depends on the type of hairpiece of hair wig you use. Every time you wear your hairpiece or wig, you should lightly pick or brush the ends.
This should be done to make the piece or the wig have a softer look. If the pieces are long, keep in mind to begin from the ends.
Also, make sure that the hair brushes you use have single teeth from the base and have soft bristles. touch-ups what you are looking for, using hair picks is a high recommend.
Hair picks work quite well because they can easily move through the fiber with least pulling effect. Use combs that come with wide-spaced teeth.
3- How do I store my wig?
If you want your wig to stay in good condition for a long time, you’ll need to store it properly. It is best to keep your wig on a Wire Wig Stand or Wig Perch. In this way, you can ensure the freshness of the wig as well as preserve its style.
Most importantly, you should always store your wig in a dry and clean location. You need to see to it that the wig is kept in a place where it doesn’t gather dust.
Also, keep the wig away from heat and humidity. Never make the mistake of storing the wig in a box or plastic bag - unless you’re traveling.
4- What about cutting, re-setting, and coloring my wig or hairpiece?
For a perfect fit and style, You can seek the help of our professional hair stylists for wig customization. Our experts can trim your wig exactly as per your specific needs.
If your personal hair stylist has experience customizing wigs, she can do it for you too. Since she is fully acquainted with how you wear your hair, she can do a great job.
In order to achieve a customized look, the wig can be thinned so as to frame your face shape in a perfect manner. Another option to customize is to trim the bangs on the wig.
In this way, you’ll have a wig which is made exactly for you. When the wig is fine-tuned to perfectly fit your individual features, it will feel like your natural hair.
5- How do I find the ideal wig, wig color, texture length?
Do some planning in advance. If you have made up your mind for hair loss ahead of time, you’ll have a better control over the situation. This means you’ll have the ability to deal with this tough phase in your life. Your sense of self will not be diminished.
Planning should start as soon as your doctor informs you that you may suffer from a hair loss condition. The first thing you need to do after that is to cut a hair swatch and store it safely. This will serve as a sample for your hair color. Using this sample, you can start looking and get a wig which looks like a great match.
Find out your head size. You don’t have to wear an average cap like a lot of women do. There are other cap options as well such as petite and large. All you need to do is step into our hair loss center and let us take your head measurement.
We receive a number of cancer patients at our center on a regular basis. They visit us to get a human hair wig which looks and feels like their own natural hair.
There are different types of wig caps. While we always recommend a cap that is best for your individual needs, we also want to make women aware of various wig caps available so that they can make the best decision.
At our hair loss center, we provide three different types of caps - Free Hold, Closed Weft Adjustable and Closed Weft Freehold. All these caps are devoid of any glue, tape or clips.
The Free Hold is ideal for those whose scalp complexity has resulted in complete hair loss. This wig cap is well-suited to all kinds of lifestyles. On the other hand, the Closed Weft Adjustable and Closed Weft Freehold are engineered for people with existing or growing hair.
Choose Your Style: At first, women need to know their head size, hair type and cap type. Based on this information, it becomes easy for women to select a style they would prefer to wear.
For women who had long hair before experiencing hair loss, it is advisable to select a wig with shorter length. This is simply because short hair is easier to manage than long hair.
Select Your Color: Finally, it is time to choose a color. This is, in fact, the hardest part of the wig selection process. You’ll be glad to know that our unprocessed 100% European human hair can be colored in any way you like.
Feel free to avail yourself of our expert wig consultation services to make color selection easy for you.
6- Is it a good idea to purchase more than one wig?
Hair loss experts may have advised you to purchase more than one wig. This is actually a no-brainer. Doing some preparation in advance before you start to experience
hair loss is a good practice.
Buying two or three wigs is a decision that should be based on your budget. If you are ready to invest in more than one wig, you should definitely go ahead
and do it. Having more than one wig at hand will remove your fears as well.
High quality wigs are known for longevity. If you have two wigs, you can wear each one of them alternatively. Then you can wash and dry one wig without any worry because there is a
second one which you can wear.
Also, you can style the two wigs in different ways and use them at different times or occasions as per your specific needs and preferences.
Getting chemo results in a great amount of fatigue for cancer patients. To avoid this stressful phase of your life, you can have two wigs at hand and use them with more freedom and control.
However, our experts suggest that you don’t buy two wigs at once . Instead, get one wig at first and see if it is a good match for what you are looking for. So, take your time and identify
the kind of volume and style you are looking for.
If you find your first wig is an ideal match, you should go ahead and purchase another wig of the same size. Remember, wigs offer a wide range of options in terms of color, length,
volume, style etc. Wearing different colors and styles will actually offer you a joyful experience. This will enable you to deal with the sadness that often sets in as a result
of hair loss.
Pro Tip: Get two wigs which have the same style. Then, get one of them trimmed by a professional to a shorter length. Now when you wear these wigs in turn, people will have
an impression that you have hair growth or you just got a new haircut.
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7- Can I donate my hair to Newport Hair Loss Center?
Yes you can. We take hair which is at least 14” long. Or, we either recommend to donate your hair to the American Hair Loss Council or we can recommend a nonprofit organization
called Wigs for Kids .
The council provides wigs to needy children experiencing hair loss for various reasons. So, your hair donation will be put to good use. If you have excess hair, you may want to skip the idea of
selling it and donate it for children who need wigs the most. You’ll feel great joy thinking that you helped a kid somewhere who is dealing with complete hair loss.
8- Do you offer free wigs?
If you are a cancer patient looking for free wigs, you should reach out to the American Cancer Society . Local chapters of the society operate in various regions of the country. Find out where it is
located in your area and seek the help that you need. For an incredibly natural look, you should plan to buy a human hair wig to match your hair style and tone.
Once a year, our hair loss center donates hair to the House of Macdonald and American Cancer Society. Go for a lace front wig, if you are planning to achieve
a natural looking hairline. Another key benefit of using this wig is that it enables you to wear the hair pushed back and away from the face.
You’ll enjoy wearing a wig which looks realistic and is a perfect match for your own hair style, face shape and skin tone. At Newport Hair Loss Center, we offer free consultations so that you can
find the most ideal wig for your hair loss condition. Our wig specialists and hair stylists will customize the wig you choose to suit your specific needs and style.
9- Do you offer hair extensions for people who are not experiencing medical hair loss or suffering from alopecia?
10- I have a sensitive scalp. Can I wear a human hair wig?
When you experience hair loss due to chemotherapy, your scalp becomes very sensitive. So, you’ll need wig caps that are softer and gentler on the
scalp than the classic wig caps.
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11- Do you recommend a full wig for thinning Hair or Partial Hair Loss?
A hair topper is designed to hide thinning hair or areas of hair loss at the hairline or the top portion of the head. This is an ideal choice for women who experience partial hair loss. These toppers do an
excellent job of blending perfectly with your existing hair.
If you want to cover your hair loss or hair thinning, reach out to our hair loss center for a wide range of hair pieces.
Pro Tip: Toppers offer an excellent way for enhancing the volume of existing hair and keeping new hair growth between colorings out of sight of others.
12- What men’s hairpieces options do you have available?
13- How do I ensure my wig lasts longer?
Before you give your wig a wash, remove its tangles in a gentle manner, moving from bottom to top. A wide tooth comb will make it easy for you.
When washing the wig, hold the hair under running cool water. Then, apply some shampoo and give the hair a gentle stroke. Remember to stroke the hair in a downward motion.
Again, place the hair under running cool water while giving it a rinse. Remove the extra water from the hair by squeezing it gently. Don’t twist or wring the hair, as it can cause damage to the wig.
In the same way, you can apply some conditioner and gently rinse the hair using cool water. Use a dry towel to remove excess water from the hair. Finally, style the hair wig as per your needs.
14- Can I clean my human hair wig with a regular shampoo?
Regular shampoo contains harmful chemicals, which can cause damage to your human hair wig. So, don’t use regular hair care products. Instead, use high quality shampoo to wash your wig.
Apply only a small amount of shampoo to the hair when you want to wash it. Give it a gentle rinse and then wash off the shampoo from the hair by placing it under running cool water.
At NHLC, we offer BIOTIN SYSTEM™ Shampoo which you can use to wash and keep the hair wig in good condition. The advanced formula keeps the hair hydrated and gives it a natural look and feel.
15- Can I go to bed with my wigs on?
It is not a good practice to sleep in a wig. Doing so will create tangles in your hair wig and reduce its longevity too. Instead, you should wear a soft sleep
cap to keep your head comfortable and sleep well.
16- Can I take a shower or go swimming while wearing a wig?
Yes, you can. But we recommend all our clients not to shower or swim with their wigs on.
Wigs when worn in the shower or swimming pool can get tangled and getting rid of these tangles will be difficult. If you are not careful enough, removing the matting can damage the hair wig.
Plus, pool chemicals and saltwater can reduce the lifespan of your wig and change its color.
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17- Do you offer pre-styled hair wigs?
After unpacking the hair wig, some clients prefer to take it to a hair stylist for cutting and trimming.
A wig specialist can custom-style the wig to achieve exactly the kind of look that the client is looking for.
18- Does my insurance offer coverage for hair wigs?
The medical term used to refer to a wig is “cranial prosthesis .” Whether or not your health insurance policy covers the cost of a cranial prosthesis is something you need to find out.
Get in touch with your insurance provider for coverage details in regard to hair wigs. When talking to the insurer, you should remember to use the term medical term for hair wigs.
Also, you should have your doctor prescribe “cranial prosthesis” so that you can file the claim for the same. Also, make sure your doctor uses the diagnosis code ICD-9 on the prescription.
Buy your hair wig from a hair loss center or salon which has tie ups with the insurance companies for successful reimbursement of the cost of the wig.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, we have experience in dealing with all major insurance companies and helping clients get paid in full.
19- Can I color my hair wig or hairpiece?
Our hair wigs are made from 100% unprocessed European hair . This means the wigs will catch the color quite effectively.
However, coloring or dying a wig isn’t something you should do on your own . Seek the help of a professional colorist to get your hair wig dyed in a color of your choice.
At our hair loss center, you can also seek the expert consultation of one of our wig specialists for help with color-matching your wig to
a swatch of your natural hair or to another wig color in an image.
20- How do I purchase a wig?
You can buy a wig anywhere - at a wig store or online. However, there is no guarantee that the wig will be a custom fit. You can’t be sure of the quality of the hair wig and how comfortable you’ll feel wearing it.
An improper fit or an uncomfortable wig will be a big pain - particularly if you are going to wear the wig for a long time. That is why you should always aim to get an ideal wig.
The best way to get a perfect wig for your needs is to head over to a hair loss center such as ours. At Newport Hair Loss Center, you can talk to one of
our wig specialists about your specific needs.
During the consultation, the wig specialist will educate you on custom wigs and answer your questions. Our professional will measure your head size and take your specific
style preferences into consideration.
Based on this information, the wig specialist will craft a perfect hair wig exactly to suit your specific needs. You can wear this hair wig for as long as you want without feeling uneasy at all.
n fact, you would love to wear this wig all day and participate in various kinds of activities such as running or swimming without worrying that the wig will slip off .
21- Can My Hair Be Used to Make a Wig for My Loved One?
It is possible to donate hair that can then be manufactured into a wig. However, for your own hair to be used for a custom wig, you would need a ton of hair. Most likely, it would take you and a few friends donating your hair to make enough for a full custom wig.
If you wish to donate your hair to make wigs for those experiencing hair loss, you have a range of options, like Locks of Love and Wigs for Kids. To be eligible for hair donation, your hair must be a minimum length of 8 to 14 inches. If you have layered hair, the shortest length needs to meet the minimum length requirement. Both children and adults can donate hair but check the requirements of the donation organization carefully, as many will deny your hair if it has been permed, colored, highlighted, or bleached. Also, be aware that some hair donation organizations will accept hair with gray in it while others will not.
If your friend needs a hair system right away, the better option is to schedule a free and private consultation with one of our custom wig experts. We offer wigs that fit just right and that have the length, color, comfort, and style your friend prefers. A custom wig can hide your friend’s hair loss while offering a significant confidence boost.
Read more details about how to Make a Wig from Your Own Hair for a friend or a relative who is a Chemo patient.
22- What are Medical Wigs?
A medical wig is a hair system designed for those experiencing hair loss due to medical reasons. The hair loss may be due to cancer treatment, medications, alopecia, or a psychological condition known as trichotillomania. These wigs can be covered by insurance, as long as you make your claim using the technical term “Cranial Prosthesis.” You can also get a prescription from your doctor for a “Cranial Prosthesis.” Make sure your doctor includes your ICD-9 (diagnosis) code on your prescription to increase your chances of having your wig covered by your insurance provider.
23- Which type of wigs are most suitable for sensitive scalps?
People with sensitive scalps can’t wear wigs for a longer period. Though there are many
causes of hair loss in men and women, the case of sensitive scalps is common in cancer patients or those losing hair due to alopecia.
If you have a sensitive scalp, we recommend you double monofilament wigs or lace wigs . These hair wigs are made from
such fine material that you’ll feel comfortable even if you wear your hair wig for a longer period of time.
24- Do I Need a Wig if I Have Thinning Hair or Partial Hair Loss?
If you haven’t lost a lot of your hair, it is completely your decision as to whether you want to wear a full wig.
In place of a hair wig, you can go for options such as fringe hair systems, hair toppers, bangs, hair extensions etc. You can choose a replacement that suits your needs the most.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, we offer you a wide range of hair replacement systems such as human hair extensions, human hair pieces and human hair toppers to match your style and needs.
25- What hairpeace options do I have in addition to customized wigs?
When you want to cover your partial hair loss, your options are limited. In fact, you can select from a comprehensive range
of human hair extensions and human hair toppers, available in multiple lengths, colors and style.
Human hair extensions are meant to add more volume or length to your existing hair. If you have short hair, you can have a ponytail with hair extensions.
Whichever style you want to choose, you should know that hair extensions remain attached to your natural hair and that is why they are semi-permanent.
Men have a range of hair systems they can choose from, as well, with short and longer hair options currently available.
If you are suffering from thinning hair, human hair toppers are also an ideal option to go for. When perfectly matched, hair toppers can cover your partial hair loss seamlessly.
Apart from these, you can also add bangs and fringes to enhance the look of your hair.
26- I have a sweaty scalp. Can I still wear a wig?
There is a solution to every problem. If your scalp tends to sweat, you may not want to wear a full wig. But you can still wear a wig that is crafted to address your specific issue.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, our wig specialists will manufacture a custom wig with a wig cap that will absorb moisture . Wearing such a hair wig will keep your head dry and comfortable for hours in a row.
Schedule a free consultation with our experts to gather further details in this regard and let us design for you a custom wig.
27- Which Wig Caps Are The Coolest and Most Comfortable?
Comfort is what all wig wearers look for, particularly when wearing a wig for a longer period of time.
While the basic wig caps offer the comfort you need as well as fits your budget, it may not give the perfect hairline effect. That is why we recommend you lace front wigs ,
which may cost a little more but they give you a natural hairline effect . So, you’ll have a realistic appearance.
For people with sensitive scalps, monofilament wig caps are the most suitable option. Moreover, these wig caps lend an appearance
that it becomes hard for people to tell if you are wearing a hair system.
However, if you desire sophisticated and luxurious comfort, you should choose a 100% hand-tied wig cap , offered at our hair loss center.
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28- What is a Human Hair Wig?
Broadly speaking, all hair wigs fall into two categories - synthetic hair wigs and 100% human hair wigs. There are several differences between these two types of wigs.
The main difference is the type of hair they are made of. Synthetic hair wigs are made from artificial or synthetic hair whereas human hair wigs are made from natural human hair.
That is why human hair wigs can be styled, colored and permed as per needs. But synthetic wigs don’t offer these options.
The hair for human hair wigs is collected from several places across Europe and Asia.
But we offer 100% European human hair , which is treated in a specific way so that the roots and the follicles travel in the same direction. This gives the human hair wig that most natural appearance.
The best thing about human hair wigs is that you can style and care for them in the same way as you do for your own hair.
29- What is a Human Hair Wig Made Of?
Human hair wigs are made from 100% real human hair , hence the name. Manufacturers procure human hair from hair collectors and donators from all across the world.
Most of the real hair comes from Europe and Asia. For example, Remy human hair wigs are made from human hair collected from various parts of Europe. These wigs are preferred by a
lot of people for their genuine quality.
If you want to buy real human hair wigs, you should always head over to a reputed wig store, salon or hair loss center. At Newport Hair Loss Center, we offer human hair wigs made from 100% European hair.
30- How do wig specialists make custom wigs?
Making a custom wig involves multiple steps. At Newport Hair Loss Center, we first offer our clients a free, private consultation with one of our wig specialists.
During this talk, you can discuss your specific needs as well as ask the designer any questions you may have in mind in regard to hair wigs.
Next, the wig designer will measure the size of your head and scalp . You’ll be asked about your preferences in terms of color, style and length.
Of course, the wig designer is always by your side to help you make the right decisions in keeping with your specific hair condition needs.
Once the measurements have been taken and your individual style preferences known, the wig designer will get to real work - craft a custom wig that is made exactly for your head size.
As per your selection, a lace or monofilament cap and wefts of hair will be sewn into the wig. The entire process is conducted manually for creating a natural looking wig.
Our offices are located in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County, California. Give us a phone call to schedule your free consultation for a custom wig. Be ready to have the most natural form of hair replacement.
31-What is an Amani Human Hair Wig?
When you are looking for human hair wigs, you’ll definitely want to get the best value out of your hard-earned money.
The Amani collection brings to you one of the finest, top quality collections of hair wigs.
Amani offers a human hair wigs, made of 100% virgin European human hair . The hair used in these wigs is known and preferred for its natural look, luxurious bounce and high durability.
You can have our wig specialists custom-design your selected human hair wig to suit your head size and style preferences. Reach out to our hair loss center for your free hair system consultation.
32- Where does all the human hair for wigs come from?
Today, human hair has turned into a valuable commodity. Different types of hair wigs and extensions are designed from human hair.
Hair collectors and suppliers gather human hair from different locations across Asia and Europe and then sell it to hair wig manufacturers.
Hong Kong, India and the UK are major global exporters of real human hair. Both adults and children donate their hair, which is then used to manufacture human hair wigs for people experiencing hair loss.
Expert wig makers do an excellent job of crafting the wigs for an incredibly natural look.
33- What are wig caps and capless human hair wigs?
A wig cap is the base in which the human hair is sewn by professionals. It requires skills to sew the hair in a way that makes the hair look natural.
When it is ready to use, you can put on the cap and the wig covers your hair loss or thinning hair so fantastically that people can’t recognize it as a wig.
By its name, you may think that a capless human hair wig doesn’t have a cap. This is not true though. This wig is termed capless for the simple reason that the cap used is more open, lightweight and breathable.
The hair is sewn in the form of wefts into the various lace strips. This type of wig offers more comfort to the wearer and it becomes easy for air to circulate through the open spaces in the cap.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, we offer both wig caps as well as capless human hair wigs to suit your individual needs. Talk to us for more details.
36- What is a Full Lace Human Hair Wig?
Full lace human hair wigs offer plenty of freedom in terms of parting and styling. You can style the human hair in these wigs as per your wish.
In this wig, the hair wefts are sewn into the cap by hand. The hair used to make a full lace wig is 100% Virgin Hair .
These wigs are available in an array of colors and lengths. So, you can choose one that is an ideal match for your hair and skin tone.
37- What is a Front Lace Human Hair Wig?
This is a distinctive type of hair system. In this wig, human hair is sewn into a sheer lace base by hand.
The special design of this wig has made it one of the most popular choices for wig users.
Once the wig sits on the scalp, the look is unbelievably natural and the hairline in the front is just perfect.
38- How much does a good human hair wig cost?
The cost of a human wig depends on many things including the quality, style, type of cap used and the brand. You can find a wig for just $800 or the price can go up to several thousand dollars.
If you are planning to buy a wig made from 100% Virgin Human Hair, you may need to spend $3000 or more. The formula “You get what you pay for” applies to hair wigs too.
You’ll need to pay more for hair wigs that are luxurious, extremely comfortable and long-lasting.
If you want to buy a quality human hair wig , reach out to our hair loss center for your free consultation and quote.
39- What colors are human hair wigs?
Since human hair wigs are made from real human hair, they can be dyed in a wide variety of colors and shades.
Just like you color your own hair, you can dye human hair wigs too. Whether you prefer to wear black, red, brown, blonde or any other shade, you have multiple options available.
40- Full lace vs lace front wigs: which one should I choose?
Both full lace and lace front wigs are designed to suit different needs. In a full lace wig , you’ll have a full lace to cover your entire scalp.
On the other hand, a lace front wig has a lace only in the front. Full lace wigs are more expensive than lace front wigs.
Upon consultation with a hair loss expert or a wig specialist, you’ll be able to find out which of these wigs suits your hair loss condition.
41- Which is Right for me? Full Lace vs. Lace Front Wigs?
Full lace wigs have lace all around, unlike front lace wigs that only have lace in front. Full lace wigs come at a higher price and are considered more versatile because they can be worn in a range of different hairstyles.
The type that is best for you will depend on your type of hair loss and unique preferences. Scheduling a free and private consultation with Newport Hair Loss Center will allow our custom wig experts to find a style of wig – full or front lace - that is perfect for you.
42- What is the difference between wigs, hair pieces, top pieces?
When you are looking for solutions to cover your partial or complete hair loss, you’ll have a wide range of options to select from. These include wigs, hair pieces and top pieces.
Though all of these serve the same purpose, their design and function varies. wigs , as you know, is the term which is used to refer to full headpieces to hide hair loss in men, women and kids.
The term hair piece is used to mean hair systems and hair extensions for men . Hair pieces are similar to hair wigs. Men wear hairpieces to hide their hair loss or thinning hair.
Hair extensions are specifically designed for women who want to add more length and volume to their existing hair.
Also referred to as hair toppers , top pieces are crafted for people to cover their hair loss or thinning hair problem.
This is called a top piece because it sits at the top of your own hair. By choosing a top piece in perfect color and style, you can ensure that it will mix seamlessly with your natural hair.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, we provide hair wigs, hair pieces and toppers in a variety of colors and styles. Schedule your free consultation with us to find the right solution.
43- What Type of Human Hair Wig Should I Wear?
When choosing a wig, you’ll need to consider the shape of your face, the sensitivity level of your scalp, hair texture, length of the hair, cap construction etc.
If you are buying a hair wig for the first time , choosing the right one for your specific needs and style can be difficult.
You need to find a hair wig which is a great fit, offers utmost comfort and looks natural while enhancing your personality. That is the reason why you need the expert help of a professional or wig specialist.
At Newport Hair Loss Center, our job is to help our clients find the most ideal wig to suit their individual needs.
Have a private consultation with our experts, and let us craft the perfect human hair wig for you.