alopecians who have a freedom wig! (or are getting one)

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Comment by Donna Schillaci 1 day ago

Hi Myem,
It is not necessary to leave the conditioner on that long for the first time. I recommend a deep conditioning treatment about every 4 months, especially after the summer months.
Warm Regards, Donna~

Comment by myem 1 day ago

Hi All.
I am about to wash my daughter's FW for the first time. Is it OK to leave the conditioner on the whole FW for 10-15 minutes? With the regular wigs, I was told not to leave the conditioner on for too long - near the base as not to weaken the hair and cause them to fall out.
Thanks,
Myem

Comment by Lauren Steer on September 1, 2010 at 4:34am

I live in NZ (where the wigs are made) and it took 5 months for me to get the wig...but it was just because I wanted a 12inch, a length that is hard to get, so worth the wait. This is my second one and im so much more confident than with a synthetic one!
No one even knows it is a wig unless I tell them!!

Comment by Sharon on August 30, 2010 at 12:50am

Hi Jen I think anyone who has had an experience with Freedom will tell you the wait seems for ever but for us and our daughter Nicole it was also well worth the wait =) She has had her wig for nearly 2 years and has had it cut and coloured several times during it's life time and each time the hair dresser has managed to change the look slightly.........but as the person who paid for the hair I can totally relate to your apprehension about mistakes as I sat there with my heart in my mouth just about crying at every strand that dropped to the ground......however after that first cut I totally trust our stylist (who was recommended by our rep) and don't have any hesitations now. I do hope your hair isn't too far off and that you are totally happy with it I'm sure u will be...........Take care Sharon

Comment by Alison Hobbs on August 30, 2010 at 12:50am

Yes. I live in a lifestyle where I needed something I could do all these things. Sure my wig has got tatty a little earlier then expected. But it still looks fine! I love it. I wear it everyday. Its so nice to run your fingers through something that feels like your own hair. And to add a special touch to it, it has my very own hair in it from when my rep shaved my head and did the 3D mould for it.

Comment by Jen on August 30, 2010 at 12:31am

Alison, wow! You really, really do all that while wearing your Freedom wig?!! I am amazed!!! That's great, wonderful, super news!! You are a ringing endorsement for its durability. If I hadn't already bought one, I'd be sold! ; - ) Gosh I am getting more and more exciting talking to you all!! I need to step away from the computer!!

Comment by Alison Hobbs on August 30, 2010 at 12:22am

Trust me! Hairdressers wont make a mistake cutting a $4000 wig! I want to go side fringe this time. I wear mine everyday, play sport 3times a week and wash it like every 2 weeks when its convenient for me! It certainly doesn't get the royal treatment. I live in North Queensland and the humidity is rather high so I sweat alot. But i wear it to play squash, netball, go horseriding, ride the motorbike. You won't regret it!!

Comment by Rebecca Strobel on August 30, 2010 at 12:20am

:) You're like me...I had my hairstylist - who knows me really well to practice on my "cheaper wigs" so she could get the feel and we could both build some confidence. My rep is in Chicago so she has a lady who cuts the freedom wigs there - I'm thinking I'll use her for the basic cut (and to cut wispies around the edges, etc.) then use my normal girl for everything else :)! My luck I'll hang too close to a fire or something :)! I think I'll order another one after I get this one just in case...(my husband has been so supportive and financially putting other things off so I can get this :)!). You'll be great...! Cannot WAIT to see your photos - you go gorgeous and tell ALL!!!

Comment by Jen on August 30, 2010 at 12:07am

Good information, Rosy! Thank god there are no "people farms"! I did have have a little red percentage, I think... Maybe that was it? Thanks for the information. Always nice to hear from you! : - )

Comment by Rose Marie' on August 30, 2010 at 12:07am

Hi Ladies

I can explain what can cause delays. Freedom is not trying to be unhelpful or unkind actually just the opposite. Jen: I understand that you have been contacted by your Independent Agent and your hairpiece is arriving this week. :) I'm sure you will enjoy it.

Some of the issues that can arise during the ordering process and that can cause delays would more than likely be around hair length and colour availability. This is not just an issue with Freedom hairpieces - it would be across the board for those that use 100% unprocessed virgin human hair. Freedom as a company does not use anything other than this type of hair as they feel it is the best quality in the world and the only type of hair that should be used in their technologically advanced hairpiece. This commodity is not readily available. There is no where in the world that has people specifically growing hair to help those with hairloss. (No people farms :):) In reality companies like Freedom who are working to get the best hair to help those with hairloss are up against the hair extension market, which for me is a frustrating and sad reality. This means that longer lengths especially in the blondes and Red hair are extremely difficult to source. Red hair in particular is especially difficult, as only 4% of the worlds population have this colour hair. For those that order red hair - please only do so if it is your natural colour - not as a fashion option. Freedom has many little people that require red hair and blonde hair - as these would be natural for this age group and that is what we are about 'giving people back a totally natural hairpiece that helps them get on with life'. Blonde hair has the same problems - if most people are honest if they are blondes, me included :), the colour often comes from a bottle - there really are very very few natural blondes with extremely long hair that want to cut it then donate or sell it to help those with alopecia. The other problem with blonde hair is Freedom does not use chemically coloured or processed hair- so many blondes are unable to help because they colour their hair :( These things can cause delays, but for me it has always been worth the wait. These hairpieces are not perfect, but my goodness they are as close as I have seen to it. (Just my opinion and my daughters).

Hear from you when you get your hairpiece Jen.

Rosy

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