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Do any bald ladies find wigs to be worth the cost and discomfort? (lemmy.world)
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I'm bald, like George Costanza in season 9 bald. The cheap wigs I've tried look like, well, cheap fake hair. They were also incredibly hot and itchy. At this point I think going around completely shaved or with a bandana as a head wrap looks best, but I still really wish I could present with hair.

I'd like to try a good wig but they're so pricey, and I'm worried that even if it looked good that it would be intolerably uncomfortable to wear all day.

Would anyone recommend trying out quality wigs, or is it just not worth the cost and discomfort?

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[–] dandelion@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

I haven't personally bought or worn a high quality wig, so I'm curious to hear what others say - but I can confirm my experience matches yours: cheap wigs are itchy and hot.

I found this post and it seems like some people do find a way to wear wigs comfortably: https://old.reddit.com/r/Wigs/comments/p345ds/for_daily_wig_wearers_do_wigs_ever_get_to_feel/

Also, this resource seemed useful: https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment-side-effects/hair-loss/wigs/expert-tips

I find my wig to be itchy, especially in warm weather. How can I address this?

Carliz: Wigs are generally not itchy. It is usually the hair wrapped or tucked underneath a wig that will cause itching. An important step to keeping your wig from itching is to wrap your hair tightly and pin it down properly, paying special attention to the ends being pinned down. This will ensure your hair doesn’t move around under the wig and poke or irritate your head. There are some lower-quality wig caps that are made with hard, scratchy materials that can be irritating. It’s always a good idea to put your wig on properly and then leave it alone. Pulling at it or adjusting it throughout the day will only increase the risk of itching.

[–] edg@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

Interesting thread. I keep what hair I have buzzed close but still some good advice, thank you!