Dealing with Hair loss

If you are experiencing hair loss due to medical reasons, the best thing you can do is arm yourself with the best information you can get. Bravadas has the information you need to make an informed decision.

It’s OK to care. There are times in life when you do not get a lot of choices. However, when it comes to hair loss you do have some control over how to approach this change. Bravadas can inform you of the choices you have and help you choose the solution that will be a unique reflection of your own personal style.

Bravadas is here to help you through the process.

Fear of the unknown is a big part of the apprehension people feel when confronted with the possibility of losing their hair. As long as you have been able to look in the mirror, your hair has always been there. You may not have always been completely pleased with how it looked, but it was always there!

The best way to combat this fear is by educating yourself Before hair loss occurs. Knowing what to expect and anticipating how you will handle this change, will go a long way toward reducing the trauma of losing your hair. If you recognize that hair loss is a step along your road to complete recovery, you may feel less resentful about it.

As with any fear, discussing hair loss with your doctor, with other patients receiving similar treatments, and alternative hair replacement professionals can help put you at ease. Hair loss is a dramatic change. Don’t punish yourself for being upset about it. Most doctors and counselors will advise you to acknowledge your feelings, then to set about arming yourself with the best information you can get.

Click here for testimonials from our clients with medically related hair loss.

Chemotherapy / Radiation treatments / Medically related Hair Loss

Hair loss due to chemotherapy or radiation treatment is fairly common it carries no social stigma, in fact you probably know someone who has experienced hair loss. Still, when you are contemplating the loss of your own hair, it’s a very emotional issue.

The perfect time to investigate alternative hair options is BEFORE hair loss occurs. At Bravadas you’ll find quiet and private consultation rooms in which you can visit with our experienced professionals. They can help you choose a style and match your hair’s color and texture. Bravadas has thousands of styles, colors, textures, and sizes to choose from. People that lose their hair as a result of chemotherapy often find their scalps are quite tender at first. You will be much more comfortable trying on the styles before hair loss occurs.

Alopecia Areata / Alopecia Universalis / Alopecia Totalis

Bravadas works with a lot of Alopecia Areata clients. We even host Alopecia Areata support group meetings in our Omaha store. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms of Alopecia Areata, we will be glad to work with you. You have lots of options. You may be surprised to find Bravadas might even be on your insurance company’s preferred provider list. We will be glad to fill any prescription for a cranial prosthesis. Bravadas is your one stop alternative hair shop.

Knowledge is power. Let’s talk options

You may be surprised to find that a good wig will cost less than a new outfit…and it will give you a great feeling! Alternative hair is easy to take care of and can last a long time.

When hair loss is due to medical treatment the cost may be tax deductible. Many insurance companies help pay part of the cost of a “cranial prosthesis” or a complete hair replacement system. Check with your insurance company as you may only get to file one claim.

Low maintenance with lots of style

One of the best things about alternative hair is that it is actually easier to take care of than your own hair. How often you wash your wig/alternative hair depends on the season (summertime heat means more frequent washing) and how much you use styling aids. That’s right, you will be able to use gel and spray to create different looks. Bravadas offers a wide selection of styling products specially formulated for wigs. Or, if you wish, we will wash and style your wig for you. The synthetic fibers “remember” the original style and will return to it without the need for blow-dryers or curling irons.

Alternative hair means much more than just wigs.