Friday, November 14, 2014

Selecting The Best Chemotherapy Headwear

By Christa Jarvis


Hair loss is one of the most devastating side effects for women undergoing treatment for cancer. It can lead to increasing isolation as women do not want to leave home and endure stares. Fortunately, chemotherapy headwear available today allows these women to go out with their heads held high. Many products such as scarves, hats, berets and turbans specifically designed for this purpose bring compliments instead of embarrassment.

It is very important for these patients to look as good as possible but comfort is just as important. A bald head can be very sensitive to any roughness, heat and cold. A natural fabric like a soft cotton is gentle on the skin. It must offer protection but at the same time allow for proper circulation and ventilation.

The fit of such an item can contribute a great deal towards comfort or irritation. One with elastic that fits more tightly should be avoided by those who feel constricted when something fits too tightly. Finding a good fit that is not too loose or too tight is possible as many different sizes are available. The item also has to offer sufficient coverage so that the hair line is not visible.

The designs of items available today range from very simple to elegant and more elaborate. From washing the dishes or walking the dog to going out in the evening, items are available to suit the occasion. There are even those designed to be worn at night to protect the head from the cold when sleeping.

One basic item that can be worn with many different outfits is extremely useful. However, the fact that these items are so reasonably priced means that many women purchase a whole range of items suited to different occasions. They have the option of picking out one that suits what they are wearing and the activity perfectly. This can take away a whole lot of unnecessary stress in an already very stressful time.

Choice of color is always a very individual one. It is also very much related to matching the colors of clothing already owned. Someone who prefers wearing black clothes will find black items very useful whereas someone with a lot of pastel colored clothes would have to go for lighter colors. Very bright colors should rather be avoided when the face is looking wan and washed out.

It is possible to find many different ways to add more of a personal touch to headgear like this. A beautiful pin or broach can do this and even ribbons and bows may be effective. Headbands, overlay ties or twisted scarves used over hats or turbans can help with color coordination and add volume.

The many different options available allow women to conceal their hair loss with dignity and ease. Many suppliers of such products have suffered from the loss of a loved one to cancer themselves. This is why they understand their market so well and make items that are good quality, fashionable and affordable. Some even make a donation to cancer research with every item purchased.




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