Women's Wigs Through History

Women’s Wigs: Their History and Uses

There was a time in the early days when a wig was a symbol of wealth and power, signifying intellectual, sexual and social status. Today wigs are used for fun and entertainment as well as a solution for thinning hair. As we look into the evolution of wigs we learn the various uses from one civilization to the next.

Women’s Wigs Through the Ages

Ancient Civilization: During the Egyptian and Roman ancient civilizations wigs played a major roll in the social scene. Roman women wore wigs as a fashion accessory as a symbol of social ranks, while the Egyptians used then as part of their daily attire. The style and size of the wigs worn often indicated religious piety and status in the community.

The Renaissance: During the dark ages wigs lost much of their social relevance and appeal. As we entered into the Renaissance period, the resurgence of wigs became part of an everyday thing for women. Beautiful hair was given such great importance, the use of elaborate wigs with jewel embellishments became quite popular.

17th Century: King Louis XIII of France started the use of wigs to hide his premature baldness. During his reign and that of his son, King Louis XIV, wigs became a fashion emblem in the French courts and all of Europe. Because of this, wigs became an integral part of a nobleman’s costume and making it a symbol of power and political status.

18th Century: The use of elaborate, white powdered coiffures with long ringlets was widespread during this time. The use of toupees was also considered fashionable. Queen Elizabeth I became famous for wearing a close-fitted and elaborate red wig. Most women in this time period wore coiffures that were supplemented with hair strands that were synthetic.

19th Century: It was during this Victorian era that wigs began to be abandoned as a symbol of social standing. While some women continued to wear wigs, most women took to looking natural with their hair. In the court of Queen Victoria, the ladies wore shorter fringes and headpieces with simple designs.

20th Century: With the advent of technology helped hair-dressers create natural-looking wigs that were made from both synthetic and real human hair. It was also during this time period that wig makers started to use small hairpieces or pre-made curls, ringlets and buns to enhance the volume of a woman’s hair. Wigs in this time period where primarily used by people who worked in the entertainment industry like those in television, movies, theaters and cabarets to assist them in taking on different personas.

21st Century: Today wigs are not only used for fun and entertainment but also used to cover up baldness. Most people today that wear wigs have thinning hair due to undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments that causes sever hair loss.

Women that suffer from alopecia, wigs are a fantastic addition to their everyday wardrobe.

Wigs today have come a long way in how they are made and the materials used to construct them. They look incredibly realistic like nothing before. Custom wigs today capture the exact curvature of your scalp and create the ideal solution that gives you control over your look.

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Four Great Reasons We Love Wigs

Hollywood, politics and the fashion industry all have one thing in common. Wigs have been used in all three for centuries. Today’s wigs are so finely crafted that without someone telling you, it is down right impossible to tell whether a person is wearing a wig or if their hair is their own natural-growing hair.

Who Wears Wigs

For many it might not come as a surprise that actors and actresses both in movies and on the red carpet wear wigs. Angelina Jolie, Nicolas Cage, Beyoncé, John Travolta, Javier Bardem and Rihanna wear wigs to give their hair a more full luck or to hide receding hairlines. Many of these stars have even been open about their hair in interviews. But, then there are those actors and actresses you might not expect that wear wigs. Some of them including “The View” co-host Sherri Shepherd, Julianna Margulies of “The Good Wife,” Robert Pattinson of the “Twilight” series; Emilia Clarke who plays Daenerys Targaryen on “Game of Thrones,” as well as Anne Hathaway and Emma Stone.

Actually, They Are for You!

Because many of us remember our grand-mothers wearing wigs that where bulky, moved around and didn’t look all that natural, we assume that wigs aren’t appropriate for everyday life. Nothing can be farther from the truth whether you are a celebrity, politician, school teacher, or sales person.

There are four things a wig can do that no stylist, coloring, cream or gel can.

Non-Destructive: Human hair wigs are popular in Hollywood because that don’t damage your existing hair. If you change your hairstyle every few weeks, that can damage your hair which can take months or years to fully repair from.

Natural Look: The art of wig making has produced exceptional products for centuries. In recent decades, technology has made it possible to not only make wigs look natural, but better than natural. No longer is there a concern that a wig from a respectable manufacturer might appear artificial.

Time Savers: Even a temporary hairstyle that isn’t destructive can take a considerable amount of time to get right. A person can prepare for formal occasions and/or events that call for something special in a matter of minutes, not hours.

Hide Deficiencies: Many people, both men and women alike, are not blessed with perfect hair. Hair may be thin or unhealthy, receding, patchy or gone altogether. Some have hair that has grayed prematurely or isn’t maturing uniformly. And, most of the time it isn’t a big deal. But for anyone on those special occasions who wants their hair to match the way they feel about themselves, a wig can do that easily.

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Overcoming Female Hair Loss in the Boston Area

Recent studies have shown that over 40% of women over the age of 50 have some degree of hair loss. Hair loss isn’t just something that older adults have to deal with. There are many young women and even some young girls that suffer the emotional effects of hair loss. Regardless of your age, if you are coping with alopecia, trichotillomania, or the effects of chemotherapy, hair loss is never easy.

When a man starts to lose his hair, society is far more accepting of it than when a women starts to lose her hair. Women are so often judged by their looks and their hair is a big part of that. Women feel they are judged more harshly than men are when it comes to hairstyles, clothing, and body type. Because of this, women face a great deal of emotional and social issues in reaction to hair loss.

A woman at the first sign of hair loss will try to hide bald spots. This is a reaction to try and hold on to the hairstyle they have before they noticed they were having hair loss. For some it comes from panic and fear of how they feel people will judge them if they see bald spots.

Hair length and texture is a defining part of a woman’s self-identity. Changing hair color and style is a way that woman express their own individuality. When they have hair loss, it presents a real problem. It is as if a part of their beauty has been taken away. I would tell those women that the best thing you can do is do something about it. Visit with a hair replacement specialist for solutions that would work for you and your type of hair loss.

At The Hair Studio we specialize in non-surgical hair loss solutions for women. We can help you find the best solution that will allow you to get the hair of your dreams. We offer everything from laser hair treatments, to hair replacement and medical wigs. We can restore confidence in any woman with hair loss.

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Wigs for Alopecia and Other Conditions

Quality human hair wigs are a premium solution for women that are experiencing hair loss due to alopecia, cancer, and other medical conditions. For the many women that suffer from full or partial hair loss, it can be quite upsetting and even extremely traumatic. Our hair is one of the most immediate, and recognizable features we have. It plays such an important role for many women in how they present themselves to others, and how they view their overall self-image. Women wear wigs for lots of reasons, but for many women going through cancer treatments, alopecia, or other conditions, wearing a wig helps them regain their confidence and maintain a sense of glamour.

Wigs for Cancer Patients

There are a variety of medical and hereditary factors that contribute to hair loss for women. The current form of treatment for those with cancer involves a procedure known as chemotherapy. This treatment decreases or completely eliminates the hair on that individual’s body. While hair may not be the most important concern for those with cancer, for many women, wearing a wig gives them a sense of comfort while they undergo their treatments.

Wigs for Alopecia & Other Conditions

There are thousands of men and women in the United States that are affected by a condition known as alopecia. Alopecia sufferers can lose hair ranging from only small patches on their scalp, to those with alopecia universalis that suffer hair loss on their entire body. Alopecia is an unpredictable condition that can be difficult to treat. Many alopecia suffers find that wearing a medical grade wig offers them a practical and attractive solution so they can maintain a sense of their beauty that they had before the disease. These wigs are designed to have a comfort level that you can’t get with any other type of wig. When you have little to no hair on your scalp, you want something that won’t be scratchy or itchy on your scalp. A high-quality alopecia medical wig is designed to give the wearer a very comfortable fit so it can be worn all day, regardless of the activities you they do.

There are of course other conditions that can cause a person to have temporary and even permanent hair loss. At the Hair Studio and Wig Salon we see many men and women that suffer hair loss from a variety of different conditions. We work to give our clients the superior quality and construction of a human hair wig so they can beautiful and confident at a time when they need it most.

3 Hair Loss Questions Answered

Can You Make Your Hair Grow Faster

Maybe you tried a short hair style like a bob and now you have realized you don’t care for that style and want your long, flowing locks back. I am afraid to tell you that there is no secret to getting hair to grow faster. There are products out there that claim to increase the hair growth rate but what they actually encourage is hair growth. They give your hair the nutrients it needs to grow at it’s fastest rate but it doesn’t increase your full hair rate. Look for products that include zinc in them as well as biotin. If you are getting enough nutrients, your hair should grow but don’t expect to see inches every week.

Am I Losing More Hair Than I Should Be?

Hair loss is not the same for everyone. The average person will lose 50 or more strands of hair each day. This is just part of the normal hair growth cycle. During this hair growth cycle you can expect to see a certain amount of hair fall out in a certain amount of time, but that hair will grow back after the period of dormancy.

If your hair shedding happens in clumps then this might indicate a nutrient disorder or perhaps the side effects of medication and you should talk to your doctor.

Can I Stop Male Pattern Baldness from Happening?

You may have seen ads on television for hair products for thinning hair. Now you want to know if there is anything you can do to reduce the chance that your hairline will recede. Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia is a hereditary condition. Your genes are already pre-programmed. It is important for you to eat a healthy diet if you want to minimize the risk of hair loss. There is no guaranteed way to stop hair loss however. The FDA has approved treatments that can help you maintain the hair you have and prevent further hair loss. If you notice you are starting to have thinning hair you should see a hair replacement specialist to learn more.

 

 

 

 

Women With Thinning Hair

Women's Hair Replacement - North Shore BostonMen and women both are affected with hair loss but the way our society is, male hair loss is more accepted than that of a woman’s. If are a woman that has just noticed your hair is beginning to thin, there are several hair replacement treatments that are available to you. From temporary wigs to laser hair therapy treatments, there is a perfect solution for your degree of hair loss that can aid in hair growth.

We have put together some basics when it comes to women’s hair loss that you should know.

Why Do Women Lose Their Hair?

Hair growth is a process where individual hair follicles all over the scalp go through a process known by periods of hair growth stages. Such things like age, health, and genetics all lead to some hair follicles to stop growing hair. There are also other factors that can cause a woman to have hair loss, and that involves medication and their lifestyle.

Warning Signs of Early Hair Loss

Hair loss in the beginning can easily go undetected. It doesn’t just happen overnight unless your hair loss is due to a medical procedure like chemotherapy. Hair loss is a gradual process for most individuals and if you suspect your hair is thinning you should look for signs of slow hair growth, and thinning hair areas and if you hairline changes.

Advances in Technology

Women find hair loss particularly devastating. Our society puts a lot of emphasis on hair for a woman as an identifier of their beauty. Don’t let hair loss leave you feeling less than a woman and less attractive or confident. The slowing of hair growth is part of the normal process as we get older but thanks to thinning hair treatment advances in laser hair growth and other hair replacement treatments, it doesn’t have to be that way for you. You can still enjoy a full head of hear well into your 60s and 70s.

At The Hair Studio and Wig Salon, we help both men and women conquer their hair loss problems. We offer advanced hair rejuvenation solutions, and a highly trained staff that we are sure can find a solution for you. Contact us for your free consultation today (718) 233-9787.

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North shore wigs Boston. Sylvia CarusoA cancer patient who walks into Sylvia Caruso’s salon comes out a changed person, transformed by her skill, compassion and determination to bring joy back into life.

It all began one day when Sheila Bebchick and her husband, Les, were driving down Route 1 in Saugus. They saw a sign for Sylvia Caruso’s Hair Studio and Wig Salon and decided to give it a try. A stage IV metastatic breast cancer patient, Sheila had tried four different wigs over the 10 years of her treatment, yet none of them made her feel like herself. That all changed when she met Sylvia and her colleague Angelica Gentile.

“She immediately engages each client as if she was a magical wizard who will transform their appearance,” says Les. “Sylvia goes out of her way to make each person feel special.”

A breast cancer survivor herself, Sylvia understands the profound impact that hair loss has on a woman’s self-worth, confidence and happiness. Les remembers the first meeting they had with Sylvia. “We showed her several pictures of the old Sheila. Her eyes lit up, she almost jumped for joy, and said, ‘If you want the old Sheila back, that’s exactly what we are going to do for you.’”

Originally a hairdresser by trade, Sylvia saw the vital need to help men and women with hair replacement, and devoted her career to this mission. But it’s more than a career. Says Les, “People leave the salon with a smile on their face and a sense of happiness, knowing that they have found a person who cares about their happiness–and not just another sale.”

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