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First time poster, can anyone please recommend trustworthy hair replacement centers in California (preferably in the Bay Area), or in close-by states such as Washington?
I'm 27, and dealing with observable hair loss for the past 1 year. Been on the Big 3 (4 if you count dermarolling) for 9 months out of that. No side effects, the hair loss has NOT progressed, but I'm pretty unhappy with how my hair looks and see no sustainable method besides a Hair System to fix this.
I've already ordered a Cesare Ragazzi CNC system, I just came across this forum and saw that the CNC was not reviewed kindly here.
What are my alternatives now?
Besides the universal requirements of being as undetectable as possible and being compatible with fairly arduous physical activities, I'd prefer something which can be worn for about 2-3 weeks at a time.
I'd prefer getting it professionally maintained for the next few years, and can't really afford to be seen without it in the foreseeable future.
I ordered a CNC because I believed that it was one of the better systems out there, and I (naively?) figured if a CNC didn't work out, nothing else would. I did not want to get a cheaper system and then wonder if a more expensive system might have been better. *Everything* else in my life has taken a backseat to this hair loss travesty, that's why I did not want to leave any stone unturned and spend any more time than necessary on finding something that works. The money spent would be totally worth it if the CNC actually worked well, but seeing other posts about CNC here, I am pretty concerned.
TL;DR: I want to find a trusted salon who are experienced in dealing with hair systems. From the (little ) research I did, I found a salon in Seattle which seemed fairly reputed and trustworthy (I still think they're good people btw). They wear CNCs themselves and look pretty great. But I was curious if the amazing community here has had better experiences on the West Coast.
And as a follow-up question, besides the exorbitant price, are there any other disadvantages to the CNC?
PS: My hairline is fine, I've been diagnosed with about 50% hair loss at the crown (and some light diffuse thinning). The CNC piece ordered is pretty small, it starts from some distance behind the hairline, up till the crown, and is not super wide as well.
PPS: I've only seen this forum for the past few days, but would like to thank Noah, BaldBearded, Hair Newbie (and others who I'm sure I'm missing) for the ridiculous amounts of selfless help they offer here. I wish I can do the same one day. This issue can seem absolutely debilitating, but this forum really helps, knowing that there is are practical long-term ways to live with the appearance of a good head of hair.
I'm 27, and dealing with observable hair loss for the past 1 year. Been on the Big 3 (4 if you count dermarolling) for 9 months out of that. No side effects, the hair loss has NOT progressed, but I'm pretty unhappy with how my hair looks and see no sustainable method besides a Hair System to fix this.
I've already ordered a Cesare Ragazzi CNC system, I just came across this forum and saw that the CNC was not reviewed kindly here.
What are my alternatives now?
Besides the universal requirements of being as undetectable as possible and being compatible with fairly arduous physical activities, I'd prefer something which can be worn for about 2-3 weeks at a time.
I'd prefer getting it professionally maintained for the next few years, and can't really afford to be seen without it in the foreseeable future.
I ordered a CNC because I believed that it was one of the better systems out there, and I (naively?) figured if a CNC didn't work out, nothing else would. I did not want to get a cheaper system and then wonder if a more expensive system might have been better. *Everything* else in my life has taken a backseat to this hair loss travesty, that's why I did not want to leave any stone unturned and spend any more time than necessary on finding something that works. The money spent would be totally worth it if the CNC actually worked well, but seeing other posts about CNC here, I am pretty concerned.
TL;DR: I want to find a trusted salon who are experienced in dealing with hair systems. From the (little ) research I did, I found a salon in Seattle which seemed fairly reputed and trustworthy (I still think they're good people btw). They wear CNCs themselves and look pretty great. But I was curious if the amazing community here has had better experiences on the West Coast.
And as a follow-up question, besides the exorbitant price, are there any other disadvantages to the CNC?
PS: My hairline is fine, I've been diagnosed with about 50% hair loss at the crown (and some light diffuse thinning). The CNC piece ordered is pretty small, it starts from some distance behind the hairline, up till the crown, and is not super wide as well.
PPS: I've only seen this forum for the past few days, but would like to thank Noah, BaldBearded, Hair Newbie (and others who I'm sure I'm missing) for the ridiculous amounts of selfless help they offer here. I wish I can do the same one day. This issue can seem absolutely debilitating, but this forum really helps, knowing that there is are practical long-term ways to live with the appearance of a good head of hair.
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