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Topic: Girls..Will this Help? Need Advise!__Update!PICS!!
Posted By: Aphrodiva
Subject: Girls..Will this Help? Need Advise!__Update!PICS!!
Date Posted: August 20 2006 at 9:57pm
Hi Ladies! I hope you are all doing great! I need to consult something with you guys. I am growing out my short hair, but I need to give my hair (and scalp) a break. I am under a medication that has made my hair so dry and ugly, I have been cutting it in a very short bob and relaxing it to make it look good, but I had desided to grow out all the chemical relaxed hair, and let my natural hair grow and treat it.
 
I have desided to wear a wig, and I want to wear it behind the hairline so it would look natural. I travel a lot and have go on the run most of the time, I am looking for a method to wear this wig for 3-4 days, then take it off and take care of my hair.
 
Do you guys think that if I put my hair in a wig cap (letting front her out to make it look natural) and then using Pro Tac around the head (between hair and cap) this will be a good method for what I am trying to achieve? Is there any other adhesive to achieve this?
 
I am so desperate girls, I have wear my hair short for so long! and then Extensions, then short again, when finally I had my hair  healthy and a good lenght  I had to battle thyroid cancer, and there goes short again. I can't wear extensions for a while because my scalp has turn so sensitive.
I need to use wigs from now on until the healthy me comes back to live again.
 
Thanks in advance!!
 
 



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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: August 20 2006 at 11:57pm
Actually I would suggest you look into a lace front wig.. You could put all your hair away with no stress. Lace Front wigs give you a completely natural looking hairline and can be styled JUST like your hair.. If you are not familiar with these and want a QUICK introduction to 'em and what they look like check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaWI6VI1bfk - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaWI6VI1bfk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1tHBnG7UrI - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1tHBnG7UrI

Then head over to the lace front wig section here and on the Black Hair Media forum. I would spend some time doing some reading of the past posts to get yourself completely familiar with these kinds of wigs..

HTH



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Posted By: Darling Nikkie
Date Posted: August 21 2006 at 2:10am
Just looked at those videos... wow!

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Posted By: frenchie1
Date Posted: August 21 2006 at 7:59am
I love the videos!
Great personalities!
 


Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: August 21 2006 at 8:29am
Thank You  DivaVocals! I had consider Lace Front Wigs, but as I was reading in the Black hair media forum....Do I need to shave some of my hairline??
Some of the girls there do, some of them don't.. can I use a lace front wig withouth shaving my hairline?


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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: August 21 2006 at 11:16pm
Originally posted by Aphrodiva Aphrodiva wrote:

Thank You  DivaVocals! I had consider Lace Front Wigs, but as I was reading in the Black hair media forum....Do I need to shave some of my hairline??
Some of the girls there do, some of them don't.. can I use a lace front wig withouth shaving my hairline?
Yes you can.. Just like the lady in the video.. You do not have to shave the hairline.. Once you settle on a vendor they should work with you on the wig specs.. I would STRONGLY suggest you check out Beautiful Secrets (he's on BHM) because he does BEAUTIFUL work, and he is here in the United States.. This way you can work with him personally to get your specifications right..

Many of the girls who shave their hairlines have alopecia, and for them a LF is a way to restore thier crowning glory in a natural looking way.. Some have compromised natural hairlines due to alopecia.. In the scheme of things it makes sense.. When you have alopecia, shaving the hairline to wear a wig is no big deal. Since some of these ladies very little to no hair due to the alopecia, they can shave their natural hairlines and create a whole new hairline with the LF..


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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: August 22 2006 at 7:02pm
Hi DivaVocals!  I went wig shopping today, and purchased 2 amazing Mono-Top wigs. After a talk with my husband we agree a lacefront wont be possible for now. But I do like the idea of changing my hairstyle with my 2 wigs. Plus they look amazing!!!
Now, what would you sugest I can use to secure my wig..I will be geting pretty creative here. LOL
A nice guy that was also prchasing wigs for a show (where he dress as a woman) sugested I can use Spirit Gum to attach the wig securely.
Do you thing a milder version of Toupe tape will do the trick?
I want to be able to go dancing  without worring that the wig will fall or slip. Or having dinner with hubby and the wig falling...Can you give me some tips? Thanks!


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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: August 23 2006 at 2:49am
Originally posted by Aphrodiva Aphrodiva wrote:

Hi DivaVocals!  I went wig shopping today, and purchased 2 amazing Mono-Top wigs. After a talk with my husband we agree a lacefront wont be possible for now. But I do like the idea of changing my hairstyle with my 2 wigs. Plus they look amazing!!!
Now, what would you sugest I can use to secure my wig..I will be geting pretty creative here. LOL
A nice guy that was also prchasing wigs for a show (where he dress as a woman) sugested I can use Spirit Gum to attach the wig securely.
Do you thing a milder version of Toupe tape will do the trick?
I want to be able to go dancing  without worring that the wig will fall or slip. Or having dinner with hubby and the wig falling...Can you give me some tips? Thanks!
A mono-top is an EXCELLENT alternative to a lacefront.. You still get a realistic looking scalp and some styling versatility.. Your BEST place for info on securing your new wigs is the LaceFront topic on BHM.. Those ladies have all kinds of tricks to have you looking good..


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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: August 23 2006 at 10:40am
You are so sweet Divavocals. Thank you so much!

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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: August 23 2006 at 9:10pm
Originally posted by Aphrodiva Aphrodiva wrote:

You are so sweet Divavocals. Thank you so much!
You are sooooo welcome girl.. Will you post pics once you get your new "hur" going on???


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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 05 2006 at 9:48pm
OK! I am in LOVE with my wigs. I made a small collage of pis with the wig I got from ebay ( http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-MONO-SKIN-HUMAN-HAIR-Brown-Wig-wigs-LONG-NWT-WOW_W0QQitemZ140025663090QQihZ004QQcategoryZ60188QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem - http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-MONO-SKIN-HUMAN-HAIR-Brown-Wig-wigs-LONG-NWT-WOW_W0QQitemZ140025663090QQihZ004QQcategoryZ60188QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem )
 
I cut some bangs so it would blend more.I can't belive how real it looks.
I sew in some toupee clips, and they are not that confy. I am in search of a better alternative. I will be trying "IT Stays Adhesive".
 
*********Sorry, Picture Removed*******
 
Is there a milder tape that I can attach to the hair and wig, and then remmove with a remover? I hate the fact that the clips pull on my hair, and since I like to go out dancing, I really need something secure.
Oh! I forgot, I always leave a little hahir out in my front and sides (and back) to cover the wig edges and make it look more natural.
I will be posting more pics soon with the other wigs I got at the wig store. But so far, this one is my favorite (and paid 50% less than in the store)


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Posted By: sherrie215
Date Posted: September 05 2006 at 10:03pm
I dont have any advice as far as attachment products. Other than to suggest the wigs or lacefront forum on BHM. Those ladies are genius over there when it comes to wigs! But I just want to comment on how AMAZING the wig looks. And completely natural! Beauuuutiful!!

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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 05 2006 at 10:14pm
Thank you Sherrie!!! I Love your hair too!
I have been searching and reading all posts at the BHM ( I LOVE that forum). But so far have found no solution for my situation. All I find is info in LaceFronts. 
I was thinking of getting a mild toupee tape and put small pieces on the side and back to secure the wig, then remove with an adhesive remover. But I will need to research more about this, since I will be attaching it to hair, not directly in my scalp. I will keep you updated. I will try with "IT STAYS" adhesive, I was told you remove it just with water (but doesn't sound that secure to me). I will experiment.


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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 1:28am
Originally posted by Aphrodiva Aphrodiva wrote:

Thank you Sherrie!!! I Love your hair too!
I have been searching and reading all posts at the BHM ( I LOVE that forum). But so far have found no solution for my situation. All I find is info in LaceFronts. 
I was thinking of getting a mild toupee tape and put small pieces on the side and back to secure the wig, then remove with an adhesive remover. But I will need to research more about this, since I will be attaching it to hair, not directly in my scalp. I will keep you updated. I will try with "IT STAYS" adhesive, I was told you remove it just with water (but doesn't sound that secure to me). I will experiment.
Your wig looks AMAZING!!!

Try putting a post on the LaceFront wig section on BHM.. Even though you are not wearing a lacefront, I will still BET that the ladies there can help you out with a better method to secure the wig.. There are quite a few ladies who have to secure the lacefronts to their own natural hair so I'm sure they can point you in the right direction..


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Posted By: Darling Nikkie
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 4:34am
Wow! The wig looks like a million $$... you look stunning

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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 8:38am
Thank you Darling Nikkie!...Thank you Divavocals!...
Your comments bring my much needed selfesteem up, and give me so much joy. I see the light at the end of the tunnel.
I found a new passion. Until I can wear hair extensions again, I will be wearing wigs, I never though that wigs can be so full of fun!


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Posted By: Naked Eye
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 10:52am
Looks AMAZING!! Sorry I can't help you out, I wish I could do more with wigs. I wish mine looked like yours!! Wow, stunning, but experiement, I think something like protac would work well!


Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 11:28am
Naked Eye, thanks! Yes I am ordering ProTac , I think it will be good, then when i want to remove it I use the adhesive remover. I will keep you updated!

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Posted By: malibu
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 1:47pm
OMG!!! Your hair looks gorgeous and so natural. You're very beautiful!

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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 1:52pm
Malibu, Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted By: Dunebug
Date Posted: September 06 2006 at 10:26pm
That really looks amazing! So natural and you are really pretty!


Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 07 2006 at 9:17am
Dunebug, Thanks so much!
Hey! I love your picture, and your hair! I was just looking at your post. WOW!

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Posted By: citgirl630
Date Posted: September 07 2006 at 10:06am
Hey!
It looks sooooo real!!! I am happy for you! wow you look really good!
If you dont mind me asking, how much did you pay?


Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 07 2006 at 11:06am
Citgirl630,
Thank you! I paid for this one $119.00. Is Human Hair and has a Mono Filament top. I got it from Ebay, the seller's name is U Look Marvelous. So far his wigs has been the best quality, and he has a great variety. I got another one That I paid $60.00, A lot longer lenght that this one with highlites. I think stores are buying from him and reselling them for a lot of $$.  I saw some wigs at the wig store (and online stores too) that look so fake and cost over 500.00 just because of the mono top.
 


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Posted By: citgirl630
Date Posted: September 07 2006 at 12:34pm
Thanks for the info, thats good to know


Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: September 08 2006 at 3:15am
Here's some other adhesives you can look at.. Endura Bond and Ultra Hold..

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Posted By: Aphrodiva
Date Posted: September 08 2006 at 2:26pm
Thanks Divavocals! I ordered ProFlex and will give it a try...I will try Endura Bond  next. Will keep you updated.

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Posted By: Divavocals
Date Posted: September 08 2006 at 2:43pm
YOu're welcome.. The BHM lacefront section is a WEALTH of information..

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