When I was informed that my hair would start falling out in two weeks after I started my chemo treatments, I knew I needed to get a few wigs. In my area, we are very limited to shops we could go to buy them. So I started checking around and found a
company that does mail order. The catalogs are shipped quickly to you, the styles are very modern and they have a great selection to choose from. I recommend that you pick a hair style you like, take the catalog to your hair cutter and ask her to cut/style your hair to match the wig you are ordering. That way, when your hair starts to fall out, you can easily put on your wig and no one will know the difference! I was so pleased with the quality of the wigs I bought, that I ordered several. And I received so many compliments on the "Way I cut my hair" that it really boosted my moral. No one knew it was a wig!
We know how difficult it can be running between doctor appointments and trying to get your everyday things done all in the mere 24 hours we're given. So we've put a few sites here that you will be able to check out from the privacy of your own home. If you can't find something you are looking for, just email me, and I'll try to find it for you.
Paula Young is one of the top notch wig companies that I know of. They have a large variety
of wigs for you to choose from. The maintenance is easy. Just wash the wig, lightly towel dry
and place it on a wig stand and lightly comb. They hold the style beautifully. I recommend you
order your wig from them. They have over several styles of wigs, falls and 3/4 caps to choose
from. From short to long, straight to curly, go blonde, brunette or redhead. There's something
there for every budget.
This is a wonderful company to order from if you're looking for hats and scarves to cover your
head. They have several different varieties to choose from. Hats are available in women's,
mens, teens and children's sizes. Your items will ship the very next day.
www.hatsscarvesandmore.com/
If you've been informed that your chemo treatment will cause you to lose your hair, then you
can expect to lose your eyebrows and eyelashes too. I found a great site for them.
Headcovers unlimited has some of the best looking eyelashes available. Don't purchase any
packages of individual lashes. They need to be attached onto existing lashes and you won't
be able to do that. You need to get the lashes that have the strip already attached to them.
Here you'll find them with a clear strip to make them look more natural. They also carry
eyebrows.
www.headcovers.com/
Here's a company that has the largest selection of mastectomy bras that I've ever seen.
I would recommend that you get a proper fitting first, so the bras you buy will fit you
beautifully. And you want to look as natural as you possibly can.
Nu Life Medical www.nulifemedical.com
Spirited Sisters:
Healing Threads, designed a beautiful line of outfits to wear during your hospital stay(s).
Each item is made of extremely soft, skin sensitive micro-fiber fabrics, that are stylish and sophisticated looking and will allow you to have your dignity instead of wearing those
horrible hospital gowns.
www.healingthreads.com
Madcapz, carries a unique line of baseball caps designed just for women, children and
infants. They come in an incredible variety of colors and designs, so no matter what your
taste may be, you're sure to find something that you'll like. Your satisfaction is guaranteed.
www.madcapz.net
"Beautiful Scarves for Beautiful Heads"
Treat yourself to a scarf that is 'heads above the rest'. This unique scarf was designed by someone who lost her own hair and wanted to
remain fashionable and stylish while experiencing medical hair loss. You don't have to give up your sense of style while wearing
these scarves. They are offered in a myriad of colors, designs and fabrics. The BeauBeau unites the world of fashion with medical head
wear- the perfect alternative to wearing a wig!
www.4women.com
941-362-0250
215-421-9668
susan@4women.com
Cancer Consultants:
Website aimed to educate and
empower patients, survivors and
caregivers affected by cancer and
provide them with the information
and resources they need to prevent,
understand and fight the disease.
http://cancerconnect.com
The Breast Cancer Site:
The Breast Cancer Site was founded to help fund free mammograms for women in need
women for whom early detection would not otherwise be possible. Since its launch in October 2000, the site has established itself as a leader in online activism and in the fight to prevent breast cancer deaths.
They are so passionate about helping those with breast cancer that their shop gives back a
percentage of every sale towards fighting breast cancer by funding mammograms. You'll find they have the most wonderful items there. So shop for a gift for someone or pick up a little something for yourself!
www.thebreastcancersite
TLC -Tender Loving Care site:
is a not-for-profit website and catalog of the American Cancer Society. Our mission is to help women cope during and after cancer treatment by providing wigs and other hair loss products (plus how-to information), as well as mastectomy products, all at affordable prices.
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