If you opt to use a wig or hairpiece, it’s important to select one that closely matches your natural hair color, style, and texture for a seamless look.
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Alopecia Wigs · Brazilian hair · Cancer Wigs · Cranial hair prothesis · Curly hair · Custom Made Wigs · Eye lashes · Full lace wigs · Gray hair · H.D. Wigs · Hair blog · Hair care · Hair Grading systems · Hair lenghts · Handmade Wigs · How to video · Luxury hair · Measure your head · Medical wigs · Wig cleaning service · Wig making services · Wigs for black women · Womens Wigs · Sep 02, 2022 WHAT IS HAIR LOSS? WHAT IS HAIR LOSS SUFFERING IN SILENCE In today’s world it is socially acceptable for men to be bald. In fact, being bald is connected to positive attributes ranging from intelligence to virility. However, in most cultures; a full head of luscious hair still is the epitome of feminine beauty and even of female gender identity. When a woman loses her hair, she may feel like she is losing her identity. This can be a traumatic experience with devastating impact on a person’s self-confidence. On top of that, often there is little social and public support for hair loss. If you are not dealing with a life-threatening disease, people’s complaints about losing their hair is often overlooked and downplayed. “There’s worse than that”, “You’ll live with it”, “Girl shave it off rock that bald head”, or “It’s no big deal”, these words can be demoralizing to women struggling with hair loss. It is no surprise that 47% of hair loss sufferers would spend their life savings to regain a full head of hair and 60% would rather have their hair than money or friends. Even more unfortunately, the medical community also treats the issue of women’s hair loss as if it was nonexistent. Since hair loss does not appear to be a life threatening event, most physicians pay little attention to women’s complaints about hair loss and essentially tell their patients the same hurtful words, “you’ll just have to live with it”. When I volunteered with the American Cancer Society, they only offered synthetic wigs to the patients. The general consensus was that the patients should be glad to have this free wig that is offered to them. Their hair will grow back eventually, right? In my time of volunteering I can truly say all these women wanted was a real natural looking wig. Causes of Hair Loss From crowning glory to terrifying nightmares, here are some reasons why a woman can lose her hair: Hereditary hair loss, which means it can be inherited from a parent. Hair cosmetics with harsh chemicals. Illnesses and medications, like Alopecia, cancer and chemotherapy. Self-infliction, hair pulling also known as trichoitmilla and (traction alopecia) where constant pressure is causing the hair to fall out (wearing certain hairstyles, such as tight braids or tight ponytails). Hormone-related disorders, such as Thyroid disease or high stress levels. Autoimmune diseases. During pregnancy and during menopause women can lose their hair. Poor nutrition and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss. In addition, allergies are a risining cause for concern, they can also result in hair loss. Diagnosis of Hair Loss When these concerns persist, a woman who suffers from hair loss generally will consult a dermatologist for a proper treatment plan. In most cases some hair loss can be reversed if discovered in time. However, generally speaking, no doctor is needed to validate the first signs of hair loss, which often can push a woman into a state of high alert, if not panic. The signs are first experienced in the privacy of the bedroom or bathroom; she wakes up in the morning to find hair on the pillow. Then she notices excessive hair loss when washing and brushing her hair. Her once full ponytail suddenly looks thinner or her part is widening. Ways to combat Hair Loss First thing is to figure out what is causing your hair loss. Typically during high-stress periods of life, we’re suffering from a vitamin deficiency as well. Make sure that you take your needed vitamins, eat a well balanced diet, rest and remove yourself from any situation or people who bring negativity to your life, visit your doctor, and do your best to be as healthy as possible. During this period of hair loss, avoid heavy hair products as they can weigh your hair down, and cause it to be thinner. Be gentle when caring for your hair during this time to avoid losing more hair, and most importantly, be patient! We all suffer from stress, but as long as we take care of ourselves as we go through the motions, we can manage it and experience happy times. Ways To Increase Hair Growth Even if you’re going through a stressful time in life, there are ways to curb that and still promote hair growth in your life. Always remember that hair growth takes time, and the remaining patient during your journey is essential. With that being said, here are some ways to increase hair growth. Shampoo: Use a shampoo that has natural ingredients and is sulfate, alcohol and paraben free. Take the time to read the labels. Conditioner: Every-time that you wash your hair use a conditioner. Conditioners assist in replacing lipids and proteins within your hair and prevent more damage from occurring. Don’t Over Shampoo: Don’t shampoo every time you shower. Washing your hair with shampoo too often can cause your scalp to lose its natural oils, and strip your hair of its moisture. More tips! Take Hair Vitamins: If you haven’t tried using hair supplements, you might want to try incorporating some into your diet. Eating healthy will increase the benefits of the supplements as well! Also, just to make sure you’re not interfering with any medications you may already be taking, make sure you check in with your doctor first. Trim: One of the primary methods of growing healthy hair is to trim it often. I remember being a child obsessed with how long my hair could grow
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360 Lace Wigs · Alopecia Wigs · Bob wigs · Brazilian hair · Cancer Wigs · Curly hair · Custom Wigs · Eye lashes · Frontals · Full lace wigs · Fullace Wigs · Gray hair · H D wigs · Hair blog · Hair bundles · Hair care · Hair extensions · Hair lenghts · Hair textures · hairextensions · Hairline · Handmade Wigs · Indian hair · Kids Wigs · Lace Frontal Wigs · Lace wigs · Luxury hair · Machine made wigs · Mobilestylist · Pre-Plucked Wigs · siliver hair extensions · U part wigs · Wig care · Wig cleaning service · Wig closures · Wig making services · Wigs · Womens Wigs · Jan 30, 2020 How To Expand Life of Your Wigs and Hairextensions How To Expand The Life of You Hair Extensions and Wigs Now that you understand how to wash your wig at home your hair will look vibrant as ever. Remember, only you can control how long your hair will last. You work hard for your money, so if you just purchased new hair why not take care of it as if it was your own? There are some ways to prolong its lifespan. Keep it on a wig stand when you’re not wearing it. This can help maintain its structure and keep it from getting tangled. Sleep in a satin bonnet. Take a look at our selection of styles and colors here. Avoid hot water, saltwater, and chlorine to prevent any damage to the strands, and be mindful of what tools you use to style your wig. Depending on the style and texture, you may not want to use heated styling tools, such as curling irons or straighteners. When in doubt, go easy on your wig. For example, if you purchased a body wave texture or kinky curly hair why in the world would you use heated tools? Protect your hair investment and purchase only hair textures and fit your lifestyle and mood. Convenience is the key to successfully wearing hair extensions and wigs. The more careful and gentle you are to your human hair wigs, the longer they will last. ALH now offers wig care services that may include pick up and delivery, please contact us about this new service!
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360 Lace Wigs · Alopecia Wigs · Cancer Wigs · Curly hair · Custom Wigs · Eye lashes · Frontals · Full lace wigs · H D wigs · Hair extensions · Handmade Wigs · Lace Frontal Wigs · Lace wigs · Luxury hair · Machine made wigs · Mobilestylist · U part wigs · Feb 21, 2020 H D Lace & Transparent Lace Wigs Do you want it? I know many of you have you have seen the new craze over transparent lace and HD lace. Today’s blog will help you to help you better understand the differences between the two and whether they’re a fit for you. HD stands for “high definition”. HD lace uses a lace material that used to be called Swiss lace, which is invisible when applied to the scalp. This ensures that the wig-wearer can wear hairstyles that expose the full hairline. These HD lace wigs look very natural and render the lace along the hairline undetectable. HD Lace is the thinnest lace there is, it disappears into the scalp like no other. You can finally wear the same lace wigs that your favorite celebrities has but without the extremely high cost. What Is Transparent Lace? This lace is made typically from French or Swiss lace (Swiss lace is more commonly used for transparent lace extensions). Transparent lace is very thin lace, blends easily with most skin tones and is ventilated with real human hair. The best part about it is that this lace makes the hand-tied knots less visible. What’s The Difference Between Normal lace and HD Lace? The key to wearing a wig is to make it look as natural as possible. Nobody likes the “grid” look, it’s not acceptable anymore. The HD lace (Swiss lace) is more see-through than normal lace, which can better blend into the scalp, and make the hairline look more natural and less visible. We often recommend the transparent lace to women with lighter skin tones, but recently we found that the transparent color lace can melt into any skin tone after we bleach the hair knots. But according to the features of the lace material itself, HD lace (Swiss lace) is still thinner, more delicate, and transparent than the normal transparent lace. The Pros & Cons of Each Wig Lace
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360 Lace Wigs · Alopecia Wigs · Bob wigs · Brazilian hair · Cancer Wigs · Curly hair · Custom Wigs · Eye lashes · Frontals · Full lace wigs · Gray hair · H D wigs · Hair blog · Hair bundles · Hair extensions · Handmade Wigs · Indian hair · Kids Wigs · Machine made wigs · Mobilestylist · Pre-Plucked Wigs · siliver hair extensions · Wig cleaning service · Wig making services · Jun 22, 2020 THAT 70’S HAIR IS BACK ! THE 70’ S HAIRSTYLES ARE MAKING A COMEBACK ! Whether they are beautifully natural, achieved with curling irons or even a perm, big curls have continued to dominate the runways. Luckily for you, these looks can easily be recreated by us at Ada Leroux Hair. Any 1970s hairstyles can work like a dream for you, regardless of your current hair texture. To bring your desired look to life, Ada Leroux Hair has a marid of hair textures and length that fits the 70’s look perfectly… THE SLEEK LOOK Our wigs and hair extensions can be styled into a sleek perfection, giving your mane a straightened, high-fashion finish to compliment your overall style. While many may think that this look is new, you might be surprised to learn that ’70s pop icon Cher was the real mastermind behind this look. BIG CURLS & AFROS When you think about the 70’s hairstyles you can’t help think about the iconic Diana Ross. Ms. Ross perfected this look of big beautiful Afros and large bouncy curls, which style do you like the most? THE FARRAH FLIP You know a hairstyle is iconic when it has its own name and that’s exactly the case here with the ‘Farrah Fawcett’s flip’. This ’70s hairstyle is all about big volume waves curled away from the face and curtain style bangs. THE SHAG The shag look is a great hairstyle and easy to maintain. It has become increasingly popular with many celebs as it boasts of volume, extra long bangs, and simply effortless styles that fit in from day and night. You can’t talk about 1970s hairstyles for long hair without mentioning feathered layers. But if classic ’70s feathers are too old school for you, know that the modern-day variation is anything but boring. Between all these 70’s styles, there’s no shortage of ways to rock your wigs. Not sure of which one to go for? Take a look at our hair goods here.
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360 Lace Wigs · Alopecia Wigs · Brazilian hair · Cancer Wigs · Curly hair · Frontals · Full lace wigs · Fullace Wigs · H.D. Wigs · Hair extensions · Hair lenghts · Hair textures · Handmade Wigs · Lace Frontal Wigs · Lace wigs · Machine made wigs · Mobilestylist · Pre-Plucked Wigs · Wig care · Wig cleaning service · Wig closures · Wig making services · Womens Wigs · Sep 20, 2021 How to successfully wash your hair system at home! How to successfully care for your system at home Keep your hair system looking great I remember the very first wig I bought, I was so excited. My wig was a long wavy black one, back then it was called a “french body wave”. I wore my first wig for about a week and I decided to wash it because I was in a hurry and needed it to look a certain way. So I took it off my head and just started wetting it. To my horror the wig became completely matted to the point I could not do anything to fix it. Needless to say I ended up having to buy another wig that same day. As I became a hairstylist and learned more about hair and extensions I realized that I was not properly educated in how to wash my wig or hair extensions. I did not realize that beauty shop “hair” is not really hair. Have you ever noticed when you buy hair that it seems to get matted or tangled after washing it just a couple of times? That’s because its literally disreguarded hair from the temples or hair collected from brushes and combs. Ugh anyways, the point I am trying to make is that I did not purchase good quality hair to begin with, nor did I know how to wash it correctly. So, I thought perhaps you may want to know how to successfully wash your wig at home. First let me start by saying if you search online you will see many different examples of how to wash a wig at home. Some suggestions are good and some are not. I am sharing my experiences of trial and error by washing my own wigs at home. You must decide which suggestions works best for you. Tip 1 Deciding how often you want to wash your wig is a personal choice. However, many women choose to wash their lace wigs and hair extensions every one to two weeks. In the Summer the hot weather can be a bit of a challenge, in such cases it’s a good idea to simply rinse hair with lukewarm water and apply conditioner sparingly to avoid buildup. If the hair begins to feel sticky or dry, it may be time to give it a good shampoo. The same goes for if the wig begins to lose its curl or volume. Remember, washing your wig will limit its lifespan, so you don’t want to over wash it. If you wear a wig cap underneath and remove your wig before going to bed, you can help reduce the number of times you need to shampoo and condition it. Ada Leroux Hair offers real satin bonnets in different colors. These bonnets will protect your wig and hair extensions while you sleep at night because it reduces the amount of friction your new hair will experience. Plus it extends the lifespan of your wigs, extensions, and toppers. Tip 2 Before you purchase your next wig please buy a styrofoam head or a canvas block head. You can find them both on Amazon but the styrofoam head can be found at your local beauty supply store for next to nothing. Now I normally start with a canvas block head that is smaller than my actual wig size. For example, I wear a small to medium wig cap so I would get a small canvas if you don’t want to overstretch your wig. Next I take my wig and pin it down to the canvas block head then I put one more pin in the back so it doesn’t fall off. Once I’ve done that the next thing I’m going to do is comb the wig out make sure there’s no tangles in it at all. Of course you want to get the right shampoo (sulfur-free) for the rest of the steps. After I’ve combed it out, take the wig and set it down into the sink. Just begin to wet it with water until it’s fully saturated. Once it’s fully saturated put it in your hand in and rub it around a little bit and then slowly add more shampoo to it. Remember to keep the shampoo and conditioner away from the lace because the lace has been hand knotted and if it gets wet then hair will start to shed more so be careful. Tip 3 Carefully rinse the shampoo and conditioner out of the hair, which is very easy to do because you have the wig sitting on the wig head. It’s been my personal experience over the years that this is actually the best way to shampoo and condition your wig. Instead of trying to hold the wig in your hand and doing all that other stuff this is it’s better with a block head. It’s stress-free and you allow the wig to keep its shape. Most well-made wigs have a shape that it fits around your head and if you mess around with that too much it will literally cause it to collapse and it will lose its shape. So when you’re not wearing your wig it’s always a good idea to put it on the styrofoam head or on a canvas block. Now the hair should feel really soft and I’m also suggest you remove your wig off the styrofoam head or canvas block head and lay it on top of a soft towel and gently roll it to remove the excess water.
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11 AA Hair · 12AAA Hair · 360 Lace Wigs · Acid bath · Alopecia Wigs · Bob wigs · Brazilian hair · Cancer Wigs · Cranial hair prothesis · Curly hair · Custom Made Wigs · Custom Wigs · Frontals · Fullace Wigs · H D wigs · Hair extensions · Hair grades · Hair Grading systems · Hair lenghts · Hair textures · hairextensions · Hairline · Handmade Wigs · How to video · Indian hair · Kids Wigs · Lace Frontal Wigs · Luxury hair · Machine made wigs · Medical wigs · Womens Wigs · Jun 06, 2022 THE HAIR EXTENSION GRADING SYSTEM EXPLAINED THE HAIR EXTENSION GRADING SYSTEM EXPLAINED Cuticles What is a cuticle, and how does it play a role in hair extensions? Each hair fiber is made up of three layers. The innermost layer is called the medulla, and it is composed of loosely packed cells at the center of a single strand. The middle part of your hair fiber that surrounds the medulla is called the cortex, which comprises keratin proteins and structural lipids. The cortex makes up most of the hair strand mass and is surrounded by the cuticle layer, which protects the overall structure of each strand. The hair cuticle is the outermost layer of the hair shaft, it acts as a protective barrier for the hair strand and gives it a lot of shine. The cuticle is made up of layers that look like shingles. You can take one strand of your hair and slide your finger down your hair shaft. It will feel really smooth. To feel the cuticle, you will need to slide your fingers up your hair strands to feel the shingles that compose the cuticle. So why is the cuticle so important when dealing with hair extensions? If the hair strands are not going in the same direction, the hair will not be happy, and you will not be satisfied because it will tangle up all the time. When creating hair extensions, the hair needs to be going in the same direction. The Hair Extension Industry Truthfully, the hair extension industry is still largely unregulated and does not have a legitimate grading system. Since 2010, Hair extension manufacturers have struggled to set themselves apart from their competitors regarding how to grade and sell more of their hair extension products to consumers. So, these manufacturers came up with the so-called hair grading system that uses a combination of numbers ranging from 4 to 12 and the letters, usually “A” or “AA and “AAA.” All this is an attempt to prove that their hair is better quality than the other hair extension manufacturers. As a licensed hairstylist and certified hair replacement specialist, I have a unique perspective about hair extensions as I have personally worn and installed just about every type of hair extensions. The number one piece of advice I give people seeking to purchase new hair extensions or wigs is to take the hair extensions and run your fingers through it. If you feel any type of resistance then you may have a valid reason to be concerned. Next, gently take the hair bundle and slide it behind your neck. It should feel great, not itchy. Hair Extension Types Different degrees or types of hair are used when manufacturing hair extensions, wigs, hairpieces, and toppers. Lets go over some of the common types of hair you’ll find. 100% Virgin Hair (Raw) Raw virgin hair is sourced from donors who did not use chemicals on their hair. The hair is usually thick and in excellent condition; it is the most expensive hair you can buy and it has the highest quality. It is human hair with all the cuticles going in the same direction which hasn’t gone through any chemical or mechanical processing. Some manufacturers will steam treat the hair to create a different texture. If the hair is straight, it is still raw virgin hair. Remy or Remi HairThis hair is sourced from two or more donors. Remy’s hair is also 100% human hair. All the cuticles go in the same direction to prevent tangles and matting, but unlike Virgin Hair it has been chemically or mechanically processed. Regardless, it is still high-quality hair that will last you for a long time. 100% Human Hair/ Non-Remy Some hair manufacturers choose not to take care the hair and keep the cuticles in alignment. Although the human hair has not been mixed with synthetic hair, non-remy hair has been stripped of its cuticles in an acid bath.The hair manufacturers must add silicone to keep the hair looking shiny and smooth. The only problem is the silicone eventually shampoos out after just two to four washes, and then it’s a tangled, matted mess!! It will not last s long as 100% Raw virgin or Remy’s hair. Synthetic Hair Although manufactures have made great strides in creating synthetic hair at the end of the day, its just not real hair. You can not change the color or texture of synthetic hair. Synthetic hair has no human hair whatsoever, and it’s completely synthetic and made of plastic. These type of products are not good in length longer than 12 in. and it will surely clump up behind your shoulders. Forget about the synthetic hair, let’s talk about the highest quality hair extensions. Keep in mind that you can view and purchase all of these on our site, just click the links next to the names of each hair! Vietnamese Hair Extensions The Vietnamese hair extensions are just stunning. These gorgeous pieces are sourced from the countryside of Vietnam where the women do not use chemicals on their hair. Profile of Vietnamese Hair. Vietnamese hair is thick, probably the thickest hair we have ever sold. The texture is not silky smooth like the Brazilian. It is a perfect match for a woman who wears sew-ins and extensions, and if you are not into sew-ins, then a wig could be made from purchasing
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Alopecia Wigs · Bob wigs · Cancer Wigs · Cranial hair prothesis · Curly hair · Custom Made Wigs · Eye lashes · Full lace wigs · Fullace Wigs · H D wigs · Hair blog · Hair care · Hair lenghts · Measure your head · Medical wigs · Wig making services · Wigs for black women · Womens Wigs · Sep 03, 2022 SELF CARE IS WEALTH CARE In the age of Covid-19 it’s important to take care of yourself before you can help others. There are so many ways to way to brighten up your mood, one way is to do something nice for yourself every day (at least!). Even if your day promises nothing but computer time or time with kids, keeping your body, skin, and hair feeling clean and vibrant can go a long way to improving your mood. This time we want to focus on hair care products made especially for all types of textures. At the beginning of the list, you’ll find some of our favorites from Black-owned businesses. Have a look and treat yourself. WIG CARE TIPS The way you take care of your wig is largely dependent on what it is made out of. If you have a human hair wig, you can wash it with regular shampoos and conditioner, and in general treat it like your natural hair. However, since the hair is no longer receiving nutrients from the scalp, it is essential to be extremely gentle, and avoid over-combing (avoid combing at all if it is wet). However, when your wig is dry, be sure to comb it gently on a regular basis to prevent matting, particularly at the back of the neck. Never use synthetic wig cleaner on a human hair wig!! Not many people sleep in their wigs, but if feel like you must then consider purchasing our wig bonnets here. Proper storage techniques are another wig care essential! There are a few different ways you can store your wigs. When storing your wigs for long periods of time, be sure to keep them away from direct sunlight, dust, and heat. For this reason, many people choose to store their wigs safely in a closet. This allows them to keep the wigs well out of harm’s way. If your wondering what type of wigs we have to offer take a look here. THE CURLS If you are looking for a product is gentle but yet formable to dealing with your natural curly hair or any of our kinky curly and straight hair wigs then these products are for you. First let’s start off with Pattern by Tracy Ellis Ross, its made with such products like coconut oil, aloe vera making hair soft and supper bouncy. THE SKIN Our skin is the bodies defenses against all things so it’s important to keep it hydrated, clean, and, moisturized. Check out this site, Dehiiya beauty. You will find all sorts of unique organic serum on there that have both anti-aging properties and fight acne.
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