Simply Wigs Blog and Community

Let us all share our knowledge and passion, to help make a positive difference to people that wear wigs.

Sharing all our knowledge with our customers is a given and as experts in our field, we will share our passion, guidance and thoughts with you.

Do Hair Extensions Cause Hair Loss?

Hair extensions are a great way to add volume to your hair or enhance your natural length.

Meet the winners of our ‘Love Your Selfie’ Competition 2024!

After plenty of discussions and deliberations at SW HQ, we’re thrilled to share that we’ve chosen our incredible winners! Introducing our competition winners.

HairDo Edit : New styles for November

Check out the latest arrivals from one of our most popular fashion collections, the HairDo range. These stylish toppers and wigs are not only a joy to wear but also showcase impressive craftsmanship

How to Straighten Your Wig Safely

If you're wondering How To Straighten a Wig, read our list of Techniques for Straightening Synthetic and Human Hair Wigs.

The Ultimate Guide to Autumn Wig Hair Colours

Crisp autumn days are here, and while we miss the warm summer evenings, we can't resist the charm of cosy jumpers, hot chocolate, and golden leaves. It’s also the ideal time to try out a new wig colour!

I noticed my long hair was thinning

The man I loved and trusted since the age of sixteen took my hair from me. I know that sounds awful, but for years, small acts of physical abuse went unnoticed.

I was worried people would laugh because I was bald

I was a college student when my hair suddenly started falling out. Within a week, my scalp was covered with patches. I was diagnosed with alopecia.

Love your selfie – 2024 Competition

At Simply Wigs, we believe true beauty starts with self-love and confidence. We're excited to introduce our annual "Love Your Selfie" competition, inviting you to celebrate your unique beauty and embrace self-love.

I lost all my hair following my first pregnancy

My hair has always been baby fine, thin and delicate. No matter how good a stylist or colourist I have been to, there was nothing they could do with my hair to give it volume - it was just flat, thin and lifeless.

I was diagnosed with hypersensitivity pneumonitis

My hair loss journey started after I was diagnosed with a serious lung condition called hypersensitivity pneumonitis, which can lead to pulmonary fibrosis. I was put on long-term high dose steroids, which I am still on today.

I was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata

My "wig journey" began with a very small itchy patch of dandruff in the Winter of 2023. By late August I had several bald patches, and was then diagnosed with Alopecia Areata.

Alopecia Awareness Month

September is Alopecia Awareness Month! Although we believe alopecia awareness is something that should be practised all year round, it is great to have a month dedicated to spreading the word.