Hair Pieces

Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Systems

Posted in Hair Pieces, Hair Replacement, Non-Surgical Hair Replacement on September 5th, 2010 – Be the first to comment

Hair replacement systems have improved quite a bit over the last decade; their construction has been improved, they are lightweight and comfortable to wear.  For individuals with widespread baldness that require a full head of hair to be happy, these hair replacement systems offer a quick and painless solution.  Hair replacement systems are made from human or synthetic hair, or a combination of both and are custom constructed for the individual user.

The process of obtaining a custom hair replacement system typically starts with a visit to a salon for an evaluation.  During this initial consultation the extent of the client’s hair loss is measured and they are given information about price, maintenance and future appointments.  It usually takes several days for a custom hair replacement system to be constructed, based on the client’s choices.

As described by the Hair Replacement Systems Guide, During the initial consultation a fine mesh foundation is placed on the client’s balding area and is precisely cut to match the area.  The hair will then be implanted into this foundation to create the hairpiece.  Foundations of hairpieces have been made much thinner recently, which make the system much more undetectable; however they are not as durable and must be replaced more often.

These hair replacement systems are designed to be worn for extended periods, three to six weeks at a time.  The hairpiece is attached to the client’s scalp using clips, weaving, adhesive or a combination of the three.  The hairpiece must be removed by a professional approximately once every month for maintenance, cleaning and styling.  During these monthly visits the scalp is shampooed and their hair is cut; and the hair system may be colored or touched up if necessary.

When a hair replacement system is attached to the existing hair it may be known as fusion, weaves, cabling, beading or bonding and can offer added security for a person with an active lifestyle.  Because this type of hair replacement system is attached to the client’s existing hair, it must be reattached periodically depending on the rate of natural hair growth.

Hair replacement systems are one way to regain self-esteem and have become much more natural looking in recent years.  However, one must be aware that hair replacement systems require regular maintenance and should be prepared to invest the time and money that is required to keep the hair replacement system looking its best.

Hair Pieces and Pop Culture

Posted in Hair FAQs, Hair Pieces, Mens Hair Loss on December 4th, 2009 – Be the first to comment

Hair pieces have a long and humorous history in most cultures. In many media, the wigs are a common topic or theme of jokes and sarcasms. Sometimes these jokes would revolve around the fact that how inefficient these hair pieces were in concealing the bald patches of the wearer. In most cases, the wearer became the butt of all jokes as he would not himself be aware of  the inefficiencies of his hair piece. The comic almanac had many digs the hair pieces worn by bald men. It would depict strong winds blowing off a man’s wig-a joke that became common in times to come. In the 20th century, the hair piece became a butt of jokes in almost every media. These included cartoons, films, television, radio, etc. But nowadays, it is the celebrity clientele that has increased the sale of hair pieces.

Fun Facts About Hair Pieces

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The use of wigs or hair pieces grew in the US in the 1800s. A shift in values had occurred regarding the notion that aging occurred with time. Men wished to look young and started wearing hair pieces. The wish to grow young was so great that men preferred to tell their age to be 39 instead of 40! There was a mass hysteria about growing young. The census is a proof of this statement. In the modern times, hair pieces were used widely and in the 1950s it had a clientele of 15 million people! These hair pieces were usually promoted by a company calles Max Factor. The hair pieces were so magnificently made that it made all the bald patches invisible. The pieces also looked very real and lifelike. Such was the amount of effort put into its manufacturing.

Hair pieces in America

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The use of wigs or hair pieces grew in the US in the 1800s. A shift in values had occurred regarding the notion that aging occurred with time. Men wished to look young and started wearing hair pieces. The wish to grow young was so great that men preferred to tell their age to be 39 instead of 40! There was a mass hysteria about growing young. The census is a proof of this statement. In the modern times, hair pieces were used widely and in the 1950s it had a clientele of 15 million people! These hair pieces were usually promoted by a company calles Max Factor. The hair pieces were so magnificently made that it made all the bald patches invisible. The pieces also looked very real and lifelike. Such was the amount of effort put into its manufacturing.

Hair pieces were used by monarchs as well!

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If we go down in history, we shall see that monarch Julius Caesar also wore hair pieces. The monarch was utterly frustrated and dejected with his baldness. He had even shaved off his head to try out a bald look. But it did not work out and the monarch had to resort to wearing a hair piece. This is visible in many historical references like his pictures where he is shown wearing a wreath and his baldness is clearly visible. Roman men were also known to have painted their bald heads in order to cover the bald patches. The painted heads would give an impression of locks of hair. However, these methods are no longer used! The use of hair pieces grew in the United States of America in the year 1800. Men wanted to look younger and in the process resorted to wearing hair pieces.

The history behind hair pieces

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Hair pieces are sometimes also called toupees. This name originated from a French word. It means top or tuft in French. In earlier times, rulers and monarchs would resort to hair pieces to cover their baldness. This is true for Julius Caesar. Thus the hair piece gradually gained popularity. Hair pieces have been in use since a long time and thus their exact history is practically untraceable. But we do know that rulers and monarchs were pivotal in popularizing the use of these false hair coverings. The desire to have a head full of hair is the same with everybody. This is true more in the case of males due to the genetic structures. Males have a greater tendency to lose hair and this further adds to the woes. Thus for them, a hair piece is probably the perfect solution.

What is the function of a hair piece?

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Most hair pieces are supposed to cover small bald patches. However, large ones are also in use. Television, film and theatre actors also use these wigs for dramatic effect. Hair pieces are extremely popular among beauty conscious people and they definitely do not wish to show their bald scalps to the world. Many women wear hair pieces as extensions to cover up their patches or to add length to their short hair. Some people think it is useless to wear hair pieces. But in certain cultures, the bias against baldness is very strong. This is especially true for the western countries where there is a very strong bias against baldness. Thus people are far more conscious in the west. So obviously the use of hair pieces is more in the west than in the east.

Why do men use hair pieces more than women?

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Hair pieces are partial wigs made up of natural or synthetic hair and are worn to cover partial baldness. Sometimes these are used by thespians for particular characters. Thus these are also items of make-up. These are usually worn by people who face a lot of hair loss and cannot reverse the process even through the costliest of treatments. Mostly men resort to these techniques. But nowadays, women also use hair pieces in the form of extensions to enhance the beauty of their crowning glory. Hair pieces do face competition from alternate methods of combating hair fall. Thus there is a lot of research going on to modify these items and to further diversify their use. They are nowadays available in the form of modified extensions, wigs, transplants and weaves.

How did the use of hair pieces originate?

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From time immemorial, baldness has been a major problem concerning men. This has no solution most of the time. This is because most men have a genetic tendency of losing hair after a certain age and this hair loss is irreversible. Thus they are subject to a lot of shame, humiliation, frustration and dejection. In such times, a toupee or a hair piece comes in use. These are artificial hair that can be externally used, woven or transplanted into the person’s scalp. These prove very effective in apparently covering up the bald patches. Also, since these do not involve any direct medication, these do not cause any side effect. Thus they are trusted worldwide. Nowadays, hair pieces are available in a wide range of formats. They are highly customizable and can be manufactured to fit your needs. They may come in the form of a complete wig or hair extensions.

Why should we use a hair piece?

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Hair piece is usually the name given to wigs, toupees or any kind of false hair that is used for covering baldness. Sometimes these hair pieces are also worn for ornamentation and the use in that case is not simply restricted to baldness. These are usually linked to male wearers and differ in length. In fact these hair pieces can be customized to suit our needs. There has always been a lot of hue and cry about baldness. Thus a lot of people want to resort to artificial methods like wigs. This is definitely an effective method of covering bald patches. It is harmless and can cover our bald patches effectively and also look natural at the same time. Also, as compared to other medical methods or treatments, hair pieces have a greater level of acceptance in the society. Much research has been done on this topic and this item is pretty popular among all sects of people now.