I have had Alopecia Areata for almost 15 years, and it has been somewhat bearable. Since I had a baby a year ago, my hair is falling out like and the patches are really visible on my head. I didn't want to get a full wig just yet, as I still have about 60% of my hair; however I needed something to cover up the really visible patches on the top and the back of my head.
I found Patricia hair extensions salon through my friend. I met with Patricia for a free initial consultation and she recommended I get a top piece instead of a full wig. It was fun seeing the top piece on my head, as it was a lot longer than my own hair, however when I got home the reality of wearing a wig set in and I thought there must be something else I can do. I called them again and they suggested I go in and meet with their hair extensions specialist Paolo. She is fabulous. She showed me how some clip in extensions could cover up my patches, and potentially get me over a period until a lot more of my hair falls out. So she checked the color of my hair so she could match the extensions.
A week later I had an appointment to get them put in and trimmed into my hair. She showed me how to clip them in and they looked amazing. Seriously, I even got an extra inch of hair and my hair was so thick afterwards. Yes, they're a pain to put in and take out, as well as wear during the day, but they cover my patches and I look like I've got a full head of hair and it makes me feel great. The color match is so good...even my husband commented on it and he hasn't got a clue about hair.
I know I will have to go back to Patricia hair extensions salon for a wig in the next year or so, but I feel in really good hands while I'm there. The offices are lovely and inviting, and the staffs are all really friendly. It has been a pleasure to deal with them. I'm even going back to Paolo to get my highlights done.
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