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The pandemic has been tough on all of us. As we begin to get back to the things we love it has become apparent that many of us that contracted COVID-19 are now experiencing long-term hair loss. While we don’t know what this means for our future yet ultimately, we do have solutions for those currently experiencing hair loss from this dreaded virus.

Not surprisingly, we still have a lot to learn about COVID-19. Does it contribute to hair loss? Yes. We now know 27%, of patients recovering from COVID-19 have reported hair loss as one of the post-recovery issues. A survey was conducted of more than 1,500 people in the Survivor Corp Facebook group. The group’s members have been discussing the long-term effects of the disease for some time now.

Raquel Welch, the global leader for over 20 years in women’s wigs and hair accessories, brings you Transformations – a collection of high-quality top pieces that can totally transform your look! With a variety of fiber types, lengths, colors, and range of price points… imagine the possibilities.

Most women love switching up their hairstyles. This summer is no different. Wigs are great for summer. As many salons are closed across the country because of the coronavirus pandemic, there has never been a better time to try a wig. It’s the perfect way to try a new color, natural curl pattern, or existing hairstyle without changing your natural hair color or length. Wigs can be fun and open your eyes to styles or colors you have been afraid to try for years!

Ever wonder what the top 3 hair loss solutions are? Jon Renau has been a vendor and industry partner with Bravadas for many years. Recently they launched a campaign, #JonRenauGetsReal, to introduce you to some of these men and women who share their struggles and victories of their hair loss journey. As they share their stories with us hopefully it will inspire others along the way. They are the epitome of beauty and courage.

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) published a video on January 16th on The Root. In that video, she described what living with alopecia areata feels like. She described the physical and emotional stress, and of hair loss and how it affected her as a woman and a legislator.  She wrapped the video up with the conviction of personal strength and self-acceptance.

Good Morning America did a piece on how Ricki Lake’s hair loss journey inspired others and it featured an interview with one of our customers from our Dallas location, Dani Austin. The story focused on the social media response that comes from many who now feel empowered in their struggle with hair loss.

We have exciting news! Bravadas has a new partner in our Dallas market, CRLAB (formerly referred to as Cesare Ragazzi). They are a world-renowned Italian company that has revolutionized hair loss solutions. Their scientific research into hair and scalp deficiencies has led to the development of some of the best hair loss treatments on the market today.

Bravadas is proud to announce that we have begun a partnership with GROH^® brand. They have a line of beauty products that supply the key micronutrients necessary to help stimulate new hair growth, nail and skin growth. Bravadas has been helping men and women with hair loss for many years by providing alternative hair, now we are becoming a complete hair loss solution center by offering products to promote hair growth, prevent hair loss, and do non-surgical hair replacement.

What is a topper? It depends on how you define it. Some people use the term wiglet, hairpiece, hair enhancer, or top extension. The most common term though is topper. These are smaller pieces of alternative hair than a wig is. They are specifically designed to add volume to thin or fine hair.