Hair plays an essential role in your personality and confidence therefore hair loss can be extremely daunting to face. Whether you’re undergoing chemotherapy, experiencing alopecia or another type of hair loss, it’s significant and can affect self-esteem and daily happiness.
Fortunately, wigs can closely match natural hair to replicate your look in the most realistic way possible; nowadays wigs are extremely lifelike as they’re made from the highest quality materials in natural shades. However, no matter how natural a wig looks, the dreaded ‘are you wearing a wig?’ question could arise which can ignite many emotions you’d prefer to avoid.
But wearing a wig shouldn’t be taboo. Wearing a wig is totally normal, thousands of men and women across the UK alone wear wigs for several reasons, ultimately helping people feel better and more confident.
How to Feel More Comfortable and Respond Confidently
If you panic when the topic comes up, here’s what to consider and how to respond in a calm and comfortable way.
Remember - People are Curious!
We know how difficult hair loss can be, however, some people don’t understand or realise the implications of asking someone about their wig, they might just be innocently interested.
Remember that people are curious, so naturally they will ask questions. You may choose to deny wearing a wig out of embarrassment, however, a wig is nothing to be ashamed of. Alternatively, you may choose to explain the reason behind wearing one which might lead to further conversation; perhaps speak to someone you’re more comfortable talking to, like a family member or good friend, so you feel more at ease.
Overcoming Anxiety and Insecurity
Embarrassment associated with hair loss is very common as we understand how much your hair means to you. It’s easy to feel insecure and listen to the negative thoughts, however, in many cases, we concern over things that no one ever notices!
There’s no shame in whatever it is you’re facing, whether you’re going through chemotherapy or suffering from hair loss/alopecia, be bold and strong; you’re a fighter and should be proud of how far you’ve come. Don’t be concerned about explaining your circumstances to someone, they’ll likely look up to you in respect.
Making Your Wig Look as Natural as Possible
Wigs can be extremely natural looking; often people won’t even notice that you’re wearing a wig. Here are some things that might help you make your wig look and feel most natural.
Wearing your wig correctly
Making sure your wig is worn correctly can give you a more natural look and help you feel more comfortable day-to-day. This can help keep things a little bit more discreet and leave you feeling more confident.
Caring for Your Wig
Looking after your wig gives it longevity and keeps it looking clean and fresh. Different types of wigs have different washing requirements to avoid damaging the materials and to maintain the initial natural quality of the wig.
- Learn how to wash a human hair wig.
- Learn how to wash a synthetic wig.
Storing Your Wig Correctly
Storing your wig correctly is important to avoid damage. If possible, store your wigs on a proper wig stand so the hair can fall freely and avoid knotting. Incorrect storage means your wig won’t last as long and it may not look as natural as it initially did.
For any additional concerns you may have with your wig, discover our complete guide to wigs with everything you need to know.
Need More Advice? Speak to Joseph’s Wigs
Hopefully you now know what to say when the wig questions come up and you feel confident in giving a bold answer. However, if you have further queries or there’s anything else you’d like to discuss, don’t hesitate to get in contact so we can help.
