Accepting and Coping with Hair Loss

Experiencing hair loss as a woman can be an upsetting transition that has a knock-on effect on your confidence. It's hard to understand exactly what this transition feels like unless going through it yourself, and some ladies can feel isolated and unable to reach out during their difficult hair loss. However, here at Simply Wigs, we've created this blog for all of you lovely ladies to come together so we can guide you through your hair loss journey.

Visit your doctor

If you're unsure as to why you're experiencing hair loss, the best advice we initially have is to go to the doctors. By seeking advice from the experts, they can examine your hair and provide blood tests to uncover what the issue may be. Trichologists, who are hair specialist doctors, are unfortunately not available on the NHS and can only be seen through private healthcare. The choice is yours but it's recommended to visit your GP first and if you don't find the detailed answers you're looking for, then perhaps look into seeing a private specialist.
Once you're aware of the type of hair loss you have, you can find out whether there are any treatment options available and whether it's temporary, and if it isn't, this is the first step to accepting your hair loss.

For more information on the types of hair loss and the treatments available, read our Comprehensive Hair Loss Guide.

Accepting hair loss

One of the hardest things to come to terms with is accepting hair loss. It's completely understandable for this time to be a bit of an emotional rollercoaster, and everyone deals with hair loss differently. However, you should feel reassured that there will come a moment along your journey where you realise that your hair loss does not define you and you're the same beautiful woman that you were before!
Obviously, this is a lot easier said than done, and no one knows more than you how much you're affected by your hair loss. Some women find it easy to accept hair loss whilst others struggle, and if you feel low you need to reach out and ask for help.

Many hair loss sufferers say that ‘acceptance is the end of your battle', and though you may not feel like accepting your hair loss at the moment, this will come in time and likely make you stronger than ever. The best thing to do is remain positive. A smile and a positive attitude go a long way for your self-confidence!

Coping with hair loss

Let's be honest, the transition from experiencing hair loss to accepting it doesn't happen overnight; this is our ultimate goal. Firstly, there are some brilliant techniques to help you cope with your hair loss:

Allow yourself the right level of support

It can be comforting to know that you're not the only woman experiencing hair loss, and you're not the only one experiencing the emotions that you're feeling. Support groups can be a great way of reaching out to others in the same position as you, and Alopecia UK offers support groups for all hair loss suffers. This is also a great way of meeting new friends that you can journey through hair loss with together.

Invest in a wig

You may want to divert attention away from your hair loss and perhaps want to have the feeling and look of hair again. Many women chose to invest in a gorgeous ladies wig or stylish headwear to not only disguise hair loss, but allow them to feel like themselves again. At Simply Wigs, we offer a huge range of both synthetic and human hair wigs that you can browse. Perhaps you'd prefer to stick with your normal hair colour and style pre-hair loss to get that sense of normality back? Or maybe you'll dare to be adventurous and try a colour and style you never had with your natural hair? Either way, wigs are a wonderful way of rebuilding your confidence during hair loss.

If you're ready to invest in a wig or hair piece, we have everything you could possibly need in one place. From wigs to service, we're here for you!

"Every member of the Simply Wigs team will conduct themselves with integrity, compassion and a sprinkling of fabulousness, whilst guiding you through your hair loss journey. One step at a time. We will offer support, guidance, then stand back, and watch you once again, feel fabulous.&"