Wig Studio 1 News
What’s Your Holiday Wig Plan?
Wig Shown Above: Nicki Wig by Tony of Beverly in color Tahiti Blonde
Whether you plan a quiet family holiday at home, or a trip across the country or even to another country, your wigs will be a big part of the picture. We certainly don’t want to worry about our wigs along with all of the other holiday details we may be dealing with whether at home or traveling.
Read More…Understanding Trichotillomania: Unveiling the Struggle Behind Hair-Pulling
My name is Andrea Carlson, and I have had Trichotillomania since I was very young. My goal with this blog is to provide some refreshed and updated information on Trichotillomania.
Read More…Who Are You Now? And What We Need to Remember
Wig Shown Above: Big Spender Wig by Raquel Welch in color RL10/12
I had to ask myself that question recently as I attempted to make an overnight change from my usual wig(s) colors of shaded cappuccino and Iced Latte Macchiato—and go gray.
Read More…Tiptoe into Gray?
Wig Shown Above: Bethany Wig by Rene of Paris in color Silver Stone
If you are, do you plan to tiptoe in using a transition color or two over time, or do you plan to close your eyes, jump in and make a drastic overnight change? I recently learned that giving up one’s current hair color(s), especially a couple of colors
Read More…Wig Studio 1 Joins Forces with Estetica Designs to Donate to Keep A Breast Foundation!
Getting the Perfect Fit
Wig Shown Above: Runway Waves Wig by Gabor Large Cap in color GL29-31SS
I never gave much thought to the size of my head before I started wearing wigs. After all, a head is a head, I thought. How wrong I was. Though I have read no studies on this, it seems to me that every head might be a bit different
Read More…Life’s Seasons
Wig Shown Above: Zeal Wig by Noriko in color Lilac Silver R
Any good psychologist can tell you that it’s important for us to have goals, something to look forward to, and how the changing seasons might highlight these things.
Read More…When Others Ask About Your Wigs
Wig Shown Above: Bobbi Wig by Envy in color Silky Beige
I can always count on seeing this question on Facebook, especially from new wig wearers. I had the same question. What do I say when someone compliments my hair? How do I handle critiques from friends or family who seem to want to discourage me from wig wearing?
Read More…What is Self-Blind?
Wig Shown Above: Femme & Flirty Wig by Gabor in color GL8-29
This started off to be about wig caps, but it grew into a broader topic—how to move ahead in our wig journey, and how to see ourselves as we are today. Yes, picking the right cap is important and I will cover that here...
Read More…Accepting Your Hair Loss
Wig Shown Above: Jazz Monofilament Wig by Jon Renau in color 6F27
I’d venture to say that no one would pick losing one’s hair as a great way to test our confidence or self-esteem. But if it’s happened to you, know that the way you choose to deal with it can make all the difference in your mood, outlook, and relationships with others...
Read More…Dreaming about Fall Wigs? What’s in Your Wig Closet?
Wig Shown Above: Music Wig by Ellen Wille in color Champagne Rooted
If you are anything like me, you like to change up your look—and that includes your wigs, as the seasons change. Those pixies and shorter styles may all be washed and boxed up, and out comes the longer styles.
Read More…Human Hair Wig or Synthetic Wig—Which is Best?
Wig Shown Above: Colbie Wig by Jon Renau | Remy Human Hair | In color 12FS12
That question is not easy to answer. It’s like asking which is better, chocolate brownie or chocolate ice cream, or whatever flavors you like.
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