Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Choosing 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.

Such items have to be made of fabrics that are as comfortable as possible. They often have to be worn for many hours at a time and a bald head is more sensitive than one covered with hair. A fabric like a soft cotton not only feels gentle but it can breathe, allowing proper ventilation and circulation.

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 range of designs available, from simple to fairly elaborate, is very large. There are those suited to every possible occasion from more casual ones like walking the dog to more formal events like going out for dinner. One can even purchase a sleeping hat for keeping the head warm at night.

It helps to have one basic item that can be worn on just about any occasion. However, the price of these items is often reasonable, making it possible to buy a whole range, suitable for all sorts of different occasions. This make it easy to choose one that is well suited to a particular activity and the clothing being worn at the time.

When selecting colors, it is important to consider the colors already in a wardrobe. A person with a lot of black clothing will find a black item most suitable whereas someone who prefers pastels will probably need to go for a light color such as a light blue or pink. Avoiding really bright colors like a cherry red or canary yellow may be necessary for someone whose face appears washed out from the treatment.

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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