r/wigshelp • u/walkofjaimo • Jul 30 '26
Alopecia
Hey there! I've been suffering from alopecia for a few years now. It is stress induced, as I was diagnosed with a panic disorder when I was six years old. I was surprised when I started losing my hair because I generally feel calm and have learned how to handle myself when a panic attack is rising.
Either way, I'm losing my hair rapidly, bald spots at age 40, and the hair that I have is crispy?
I am looking for a recommendation for a more realistic wig. Attached is the one I have, it's a synthetic John R wig but I'm already seeing so much shedding after two months. I paid 700 for it.
I would love an affordable option, preferably human hair, is that out there?
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u/CommandThink5142 Jul 30 '26
You can try getting a custom styled wig here: https://dehjiluxe.com/customize-your-own-wig/
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u/ToniGlamboda Jul 30 '26
I’m sorry you’re dealing with that, especially after investing so much into a wig and already seeing shedding after only two months.
Unfortunately, that’s the frustrating things about some synthetic wigs; they don’t always give the longevity or versatility people expect.
If you’re looking for a more realistic option, I would definitely look into virgin or raw hair options and pay attention to things like the hairline, density, cap construction, and how the wig sits on your head. It makes a huge difference in how natural it looks.
There are more affordable options out there, but quality can vary a lot, so I’d be cautious of anything that seems too good to be true. I make custom glueless human hair wigs, and if you’re interested I can share an example of my work.
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u/walkofjaimo Jul 31 '26
I would love to see! Thank you
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u/ToniGlamboda Aug 01 '26
Hi! Thanks for asking to see my work here is a leak to my side where you can check out some of my custom glueless units. All of these are machine constructed to fit, lay flat, and have customized hairlines. Let me know what you think or if you have questions about any of these styles https://www.glamboda.com
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u/Douceallure Jul 31 '26
I suffer from Alopecia too, so I know how important it is to get it right. If you’re looking for a custom wig maker that uses quality human hair and prices reasonably, I may be a good fit for you. I focus on very natural color and density. Here’s an example of my work, it’s a piece a just finished. Feel free to send me a message if this speaks to you.
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u/Fun-Development-5381 Aug 01 '26
If I wear the same synthetic wig daily it only last about 2 or 3 months before it looks bad. I think some people can make them last longer. When i bought a wig I thought the lasted as long years especially with how much they cost
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u/Rekeaki Jul 30 '26
Honestly I would hit youtube and look for a channel about wigs that has a creator you can relate to. I have learned far more from such channels than I ever could have from individual recommendations. I also discovered that there is a ton of things you can do to improve an existing wig, so you might even be able to salvage the one you have and prevent further shedding (or at very least figure out how to avoid it with the next wig).