LIGHTENING HAIR-NEED OPINIONS

[lentara]

I have the wonderful scalp show-through going on and as my hair is a medium to dark brown it makes the contrast that much more. I have read suggestions of lightening the hair to make the contrast less.
I know that hair coloring is not "supposed" to make your hair fall out BUT I'm reluctant to do anything that could be potentially hurtful, still I don't want my shiny scalp shining through!
Any input would be appreciated!
Thanks.

 

[mayalopecia]

cosmetic coverups

Hi lentara,

I feel your pain...my hair is recently see-through as well, even though I still have quite a bit. I'm going straight to hairpieces, because I need hair on top of my head to counterweight my face. However, if this is not an option for you, have you considered Toppik or Dermmatch?

http://www.hairlosstalk.com/cosmeticops/toppik/index.htm

http://www.dermatch.com/

Both of these will disguise your scalp and make your hair appear fuller. I have very dark brown hair, and I sometimes use these in a situation where I know I'm going to be in bright light or something. It may be something to consider before you dye your hair.

-maya

 

[lentara]

Thanks
I do use couvre on a regular basis and sometimes toppik. I tried dermatch but did not like it as well.
I've tried hair pieces and I'm just not comfortable with them yet.
Still hoping to regrow my own hair, I guess :hairy: