Wigs and hairpieces: Evaluating dermatologic issues

Abstract

Hair is an important feature of self-image, and hair loss can have a devastating impact on a person's pychological well-being. In recent years, there has been an explosion of research in the understanding of various hair disorders, but unfortunately there has not been a major breakthrough and not much has changed in terms of therapeutic options available to patients with extensive hair loss. As professionals, we need to understand the social significance of hair in relation to a person's outward presentation and social interactions. We must minimize the distress alopecia can cause by providing up-to-date information to enable them to prepare for and minimize the psychological consequences of hair loss.

Hair camouflage: A comprehensive review

“…Cases of allergic contact dermatitis to adhesives have been reported, particularly with the widespread use of cyanoacrylate (Sornakumar et al 2013). Newer hair systems use adhesion on the entire area of attachment to the base, not just the perimeter, making the cap feel more a part of the individual’s scalp (Banka et al 2012). Other options for wig attachment include taping, which allows for ease of placement and removal; bonds, for longer periods of adhesion; and clips, for temporary attachment that can easily be removed.…”

Hair diseases: a big problem on a small surface

“…2 years of full stability of the disease, during which it was not necessary to apply any kind of therapy maintaining the remission. If the disease process in the pseudopelade is stable, it is possible to conduct hair transplantation because no other therapeutic methods exist [1, 12, 37–46]. …”

Hair camouflage: A comprehensive review

“…Hair strands are individually handtied in the lace, allowing for more natural hair movement and styling flexibility. The hairline section of the cap is made in an irregular fashion to resemble the natural pattern of human hairlines (Banka et al 2012). These wigs generally come with a more expensive price tag of $200 to $2,000.…”