Androgenetic alopecia with frizzy curly hair left on my scalp: Hairpiece or wig?

I have had androgenetic alopecia for over 20 years now, and I have to say that my case is probably not the worst as I still have hair on my head. This is why I wear hairpieces only (volumizers, not extensions, not possible as it would show). My big issue is that my own hair is very frizzy and a bit curly, very thin and dry. So I have to wash and style it every day with a flattening iron so that it matches my hairpieces that have straight haircuts (I don't like the curly look on me). If I were to just show my own natural hair, I would look like a character in a cartoon after an explosion (if you see what I mean). So not sexy at all!

I look and feel much better with a hairpiece. But I am fed up having to style my remaining hair nearly everyday. If I don't style it everyday, it will not blend that well with the hairpiece. Anyway, I am at this point where I am ready to give up on my own hair, because I am fed up taking care of it, spending time and money on it, and spending money on hairpieces too. I am thinking of shaving my head next year, and getting a suction wig (I have tried other "regular" wigs before but hated them). I think that a suction wig would be the perfect solution for me. I am seeking experience, advice, and tips from ladies out there who specifically have remaining frizzy and curly hair as they might understand my issues better. Thank you very much!

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Permalink Reply by MeganG on January 18, 2017 at 9:30am

Stacie,

I completely agree with you.  I tried the hair loss treatments and they were completely useless and expensive.  They are only temporary fixes because as soon as you stop the treatment, your hair begins to fall out and shed.  Those that sell the products do not inform you of this either.  The wigs have been a much better solution for me.  

Megan

Permalink Reply by Miss Volume on January 31, 2017 at 10:15pm

I agree with you Stacie and Megan. If treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia worked, we would know it already! Only natural products have maintained the hair left on my head in an acceptable state. But still, a volumizer/hairpiece or a wig make me feel better about myself. Having a head with beautiful hair, instead of a head with "sick hair" is better for my self-esteem. Now, it is once one has accepted their hair loss, which is a very difficult process for anybody, especially for women. I admire women who can go out with their head shaved. I am definitely not there yet!

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