" When you have chemotherapy, you’re likely to need a wig, but you need to
love your wig, because you could be wearing it for a year. But don’t assume all
wig shops, and the staff in them are good; they’re not.
It’s quite normal for your nurse or oncologist to recommend a local company, and
you should check it out, because they are speaking from experience. Once there,
if the advice you’re being given feels wrong, or the style of the wigs appears to
belong in a bygone era, leave now. Find another shop where you feel the staff, the
stock and the atmosphere are right, bring a good friend (someone who knows your
style and one whose judgement you trust), then go mad and try everything on that
you fancy, until you reach a decision!
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer I felt absolutely certain I wouldn’t lose
my hair, despite everyone telling me that, on the drugs prescribed for me, it was
a certainty. But I truly believe that if you fail to plan, you plan to fail, so
I thought I should buy a wig ‘just in case’.
Yes, I followed the advice from my nurse, which was backed up by oncologist, and
went to ‘their’ shop, and was completely underwhelmed. The wigs were poorly presented,
the shop seemed very sad, the assistant clueless, so I left rather rapidly. My hairdresser,
Antoinette Beenders, recommended TrendCo in Notting Hill so, even though it was
a bit of a trek from where I live, I made an appointment and had some fun. I listened
to the advice of the assistant too, and that was really helpful. Once I’d finally
chosen the style and colour of wig, she then trimmed it while I was wearing it,
so it framed my face perfectly. I have to admit, even with no make-up and in my
worst comfy gear, I looked pretty good. "
"I have used Trendco wigs since I started the My New Hair initiative 3½
years ago. My New Hair is a service which I have created to customise and personalise
wigs for alopecia sufferers and chemotherapy patients.
To make this service be the best that I can, I had to source out the best wigs available.
After trying many brands, I found that Trendco not only provided the best quality
wigs, but also provided a genuine, caring service. The staff at Trendco understand
the needs for people that use wigs as fashion accessories but in my mind more importantly
they understand the sensitivity needed to deal with medical hairloss."
I am so thrilled that Trendco has decided to sponsor Caroline’s Campaign by donating
wigs. To have such quality and choice for my make-overs is fantastic. I am extremely
happy to be working with such a great company. I am currently touring the UK offering
free make overs for women who are going through chemotherapy. Losing your hair is
such a dramatic thing for a women to go through, so having access to good wigs is
incredibly important. So thanks Trendco.
At Look Good...Feel Better we work through 51 cancer specialist locations across
the UK to help women combat the often demoralising and distressing side effects
of their treatment. Our workshops offer skincare and make-up advice but our new
self-help DVD and booklet will also cover wig selection and wig cutting, scarf tying
and other ‘hair alternatives’, nail care and advice. We have been very pleased to
be able to work with Trendco for many years as their natural looking, lightweight
and very comfortable wigs have helped put a smile back on the faces of women at
a very difficult time in their lives.
"Trendco has been supplying The Little Princess Trust with hair pieces since
the trust was formed. Throughout this time, they have consistently provided us with
a most professional service, and have become an integral part of the charity, in
many cases going beyond the call of duty, in offering a caring and compassionate
response to our needs. Trenco have offered The Little Princess Trust expert advice
and support, helping to ensure that deliveries are met quickly and with sensitivity
in what is often a highly emotive situation."