The Most Comfortable Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients

The Most Comfortable Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients

The Most Comfortable Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients
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Best Wigs For Chemo

A lot of our customers say that there are many side effects associated with chemotherapy, but the most traumatic of them is the hair loss that patients experience. There are so many wigs out there to choose from; it can sometimes be overwhelming. We appreciate that you need to feel comfortable in your wig, so we have created our guide to the most comfortable wigs for chemo patients to help you decide which wigs will bring you maximum comfort and confidence when wearing them.

Ultimately it is your own decision if you wish to wear a wig, any headwear or nothing at all during this period. If you have decided to wear a wig, then please feel reassured that wigs are now so fabulously advanced that we are confident there will be a style from our portfolio that will suit all your requirements.

It is important to set yourself up for comfort during chemo. A proportion of our customers who are undergoing chemotherapy, comment that their scalp becomes sensitive. Therefore it is important to consider the cap construction of your wig purchase; the softer it is, the more comfortable it will be against your scalp.

Although wig type is important to take into consideration when choosing wigs, to find the most comfortable wigs for chemo patients, other wig specifications and factors need to be taken into consideration too. Based on our industry experience, we’ve listed the main things to keep in mind when thinking of purchasing wigs just before or during chemo.

Correct sizing

Making sure your wig fits and sits comfortably on your head is really important. Getting the size right will have a massive impact on how secure your wig will feel when wearing it. For more information on wig sizes, please check out our wig size guide to read all there is to know on wig sizing.

A proportion of our customers who are undergoing chemotherapy, comment that their scalp becomes sensitive. This is why it is important to consider the type of wig and the cap construction of your wig purchase; the softer it is, the more comfortable it will be against your scalp.

We have listed some of the benefits of each type of wig below:

Synthetic wigs:


Affordable

Synthetic wigs are great wigs for women with cancer, especially for those just getting used to wig-wearing because they tend to be a more affordable option. A good quality, heat-friendly synthetic wig, can even be more cost-effective than a human hair wig.



Easy to look after

Many of our customers who are undergoing chemotherapy prefer to go for synthetic wigs rather than human hair wigs, as they are easier to maintain. Synthetic wigs are generally seen as more able to retain their shape without the hassle of styling.


Monofilament wigs:


Comfortable

Monofilament wigs are one of the most comfortable wigs for chemo patients because the breathable fabric is less irritating on the scalp than cloth cap alternatives.



Lightweight

Monofilament wigs are extremely lightweight wigs for cancer patients. The material used in monofilament wigs gives a softer feel against the scalp, leaving you feeling cool and comfortable.



Natural

Many worries about women’s wigs for cancer patients focus on unnatural looking hair. The construction of a monofilament cap simulates the natural hair growth look and natural hair movement.


Handtied wigs:


Super comfortable

As hand-tied wigs don’t have a weft or structural seams, they are soft on the skin. Hand-tied wigs are some of the best wigs for women with cancer and who have suffered hair loss, because the cap construction is gentler on your scalp, making them one of the most comfortable wigs for chemo patients.


Quality design

Hand-tied wigs are gorgeously handcrafted, making them a lovely wig to wear. offer a completely realistic appearance as no wefts and no mechanical stitching is ever used in the manufacturing process.

Versitile

Hand-tied wigs can be made using either synthetic or human hair. This wig type is so easy to style and so versatile. The quality design allows hair to move freely and realistically, which is why it’s one of the best-crafted women’s wigs for cancer patients..


Light weight

Hand-tied wigs are fabulously lightweight wigs for cancer patients. The cap construction creates a lower density, so the wig is lightweight, cool and comfortable to wear.


Wigs after chemotherapy

Human hair wigs are utterly beautiful, but they need lots of care and attention to ensure that they remain looking fabulous. After your chemotherapy is complete and your hair starts to grow back, you may want to switch from a synthetic wig to a human hair wig, if you desire a more natural-looking wig that you can change the style of yourself. To find out the differences between a synthetic and a human hair wig, all you need to do is check out our guide on synthetic hair vs human hair, to see which ones are most in line with your habits and preferences. Please also find helpful advice on how to put on a wig in the Wig Wisdom section of our blog.

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These are some of our tips to finding the most comfortable wigs for chemo patients, and there are many options available. If you are undergoing treatment and have decided that wearing a wig is going to be part of your journey, then all of us at Simply Wigs strongly believe that there is a wig out there for you. It may not be the first wig that you try on, but there will be a style that will help you feel more ‘you’ again.

Are you aware that when undergoing cancer treatment, you are eligible to claim the VAT back from your wig purchase price (20%)? For more information, please feel free to contact us, we are always here and happy to help you as best we can with any wig related queries you may have.


Comments

8 thoughts on “The Most Comfortable Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients

  1. I have been on a low dose cabo for over a year now and my hair is falling out quite fast. I still work full time and need some help with wigs. Please and thanks

  2. Having opp soon for breast cancer, then chemo ,so looking for the most natural looking wigs ,thinking about cold cap also

  3. I am currently receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer. I am 69 years old. When I starting chemo I was informed from my doctor about a
    Cold or cooling cap. My husband ordered it right away and I decided not to use this method because the instructions were overwhelming and I didn’t want to stress over this. We returned the item and decided to wear wraps and wig. So thank you for explaining the different types of wigs and which wigs are more comfortable for chemo patients.

  4. I just turned 51 and shortly after, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I have already had 1 surgery and now am facing chemo. I will loose my hair and I am choosing to wear a wig because I want to continue living life, as much as I possibly can, as normal and as confident, prior to being diagnosed. Thank you for the information that your website has provided. I never realized that wearing a wig could look so natural. In your opinion, which one would be the most comfortable, monofilament or hand tied? I would be more than grateful for your opinion.
    Again thank you for the information you have provided.

  5. I am not a cancer patient but went thru the process with my mom. Now facing hair loss from my own medical situation. Went straight to your site. Thanks much for all the tips.

  6. Thankyou so much. My first thought was Amazon..ive never worn a wig, so I am so happy for your tips. I have just been diagnosed with breast cancer and hairloss …well, I should be just happy to beat it, but. I will be in touch.

  7. Hi there, you can simply claim back the VAT when you go through the checkout process. Simply tick the box and enter the description of your condition. If you do have any issues with this, then please call a member of our team on 01484 844557 and they will be glad to advise you.

  8. Hi there, recently diagnosed with breast cancer & had the op already. Due to start chemo & looking for a wig (or 2). Can you tell how you go about claiming the VAT back. Thank you.
    Julie.


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