and wearing a wig


✔ Check the wig return policy and your insurance policy.


• Make sure you can return the wig within a reasonable length of time without a restocking fee.


• Check your private insurance policy. With a prescription from your doctor for a “cranial prosthesis”, it may cover the cost of a wig. • Medicare does not cover the cost of wigs, but they may be a tax deductible expense.


✔ How do I ensure my wig fits comfortably and correctly?


• Carefully follow the directions that come with the wig.


• If you wear glasses, remove them before trying on the wig. • Be sure to shake out the wig vigorously before putting it on. • Consider investing in a Wig Hugger. This cushioned gel band


The Cool ComfortTM Wig


Liner is another helpful item. Chemo can make your scalp sensitive, and the Wig Liner offers good protection. Made of a special soft cotton/poly fabric, it also wicks away perspiration to keep you cool and comfortable while wearing your wig.


• Bring forward only as much hair as is needed to make the wig look natural. • If necessary, have a hair dresser trim the bangs and thin the wig to make it look more natural. • Shorter wigs—use a brush sparingly. Your fingers will work better, plus Wig Styling Crème for hold, if desired.


• Long, straight wigs—spray lightly with Wig Conditioner and brush with a Wig Brush, starting with the ends first before styling. • For touch-ups, lift hair with a Hair Pick, included in our Wig Styling Kit. The Kit also includes a Wig Brush, Collapsible Wig Stand for drying wigs and other useful items.


See page 27K


Head not


Wig Hugger 7459 $28


ensures that the wig is positioned comfortably and securely on your head.


• For a more natural look, don’t try to have every hair in place. • Use scarf bands and other hair accessories as you would with your own hair.


included


Wig Styling Kit 7752 $16


Lida wig in Grey (#51), see page 19H


Scarfband, see page 5E


Wig/Cap Liner 8099 Set of 2 $12


✔ How do I style my wig?


• Before styling, always tuck all of the hair behind your ears.


Wig Care Products, see page 27


✔ No more “bad hair days!”


While losing one’s hair may be frightening, many women enjoy trying styles and colors in a wig they would never have dared to try with their own hair. Some women buy more than one wig and change wigs to suit their mood, their outfit, or the occasion.


Wigs always look good; there are no more bad hair days. In fact, many women continue wearing their wig(s) after their hair grows back, especially when they don’t have time to get their hair done.


Give yourself permission to try new colors and styles. You may well bring a smile to your face and also to the faces of those who love you. (As well as compliments!)


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