Tip For Abtaing ,Wearing And Paying For A Wig
April 3, 2009 by Jack
Here are some tips for obtaing, wearing and paying for a wig:
Buy a wig before all of your hair falls out. This way, you will have a good match to your own hair color. Having a wig ahead of time will also help you feel more prepared.
Get a professional fitting. There are full-service wig salons that fit and style wigs. Some of these salons even specialize in hair loss from chemotherapy.
Use double-sided tape to keep your wig on. Many wigs have tape-tab materials (called “stickies”) that let you use double-sided tape to hold your wig in place. Ask
your wig specialist for hypo-allergenic double-sided tape.
Consider wearing a scarf or turban. Wig salons often sell turbans and scarves that come in a variety of colors and fabrics. These can be worn out in public instead of a wig, depending on your preference, or for relaxing in your home.
Find out if your health insurance company covers the cost of wigs. If so, remember to save your receipt. If a wig is not covered by your insurance company, save your receipt anyway; the purchase qualifies as a medical tax deduction.
If you can’t afford a wig, contact CancerCare. We may be able to provide you with a free wig, or we can refer you to an organization in your community that provides them at no cost.
