Alternative Hair Alchemist - A podcast about everything wigs, toppers and alternative hair!

Ozempic and hair loss? Here's my take on it.

There's been a lot of women experiencing weight loss as the result of taking meds such as Ozempic and Wegovy (both versions of semaglutide--initially developed with the i

Head Space: Advice on alternative hair fit for those on the larger side

Almost everyone knows that there are such a thing as petite sizes, but what can you do when you have measurements that are larger than most brand's averages?  This week I

Overwhelmed with topper choices? Is a topper right for you? Here's my three things to consider

Toppers are usually the first options women consider with alternative hair.  There's so many choices out there and videos and ads make it look so easy. The latest online

Help! My favorite alternative hair got discontinued! What can I do?

As you probably already know, styles and colors get discontinued from time to time.  Sometimes, without a lot of notice.  But not to worry, I am going to give you my best

Going to a wig shop in person? Here's my best advice for avoiding these 3 big mistakes!

Hey everyone!  Happy June to you!   This week I am back with an episode that was inspired by the client who came to the shop today, and who left with gorgeous results th

Have you tried a super inexpensive wig lately? I did and here's my thoughts!

Long story short, I was pleasantly surprised by quality of the haul of wigs I purchased each for 12 USD or less!  I think the least expensive one was 6 USD.  I tried many

Part Two of "Why is shopping retail more expensive? Why aren't there more wig shops?" series!

Hey there!  Part Two I start to explain a little more about the pricing structure and how they are suggested from the manufacturer of the alternative hair for retail and

Why is shopping retail more expensive than an internet outlet? First in a four part series of the pros and cons of each!!

Hey there! This is the first in a multi part series where I am going to talk about alternative hair shopping in a boutique or salon versus internet.  There is a price dif

Feeling guilty about spending on your alternative hair? Three reasons why you shouldn't!

One thing I see in common with all women, no matter how much money they earn, there is the tendency to feel guilty about what they spend on their hair.  Here's the reason

Shopping pre-owned synthetics--four things you want to check that don't show in the photos!

There's so many places to get a good deal on alternative hair that someone else purchased that didn't work for them.....if you know what to check for!  First and foremost

What will it take to end the stigma for alternative hair wearers? These two things need to stop!

Back in 2017, practically nobody was using the term "alternative hair' for wigs and toppers. I deliberately chose that term to help change the perception of "wig" to beco

What to realistically expect out of your alternative hair and four steps to remember if disappointment happens!

There's a lot of different variables in your choices of wigs and toppers out there to consider when choosing your next wig or topper. You want a certain style, but maybe

How long does a wig last? Find out the four factors to consider to extend the life of your alternative hair!

One of the most common questions I get is "how long does a wig (topper) last?".  That's such an individual thing to answer😊 To me, there are four factors to consider that

Grief and hair loss? The three mindset shifts you'll want to make to get past that!

It's true, there is a grief associated with lots of things, and hair loss is one of those. In coming to terms with hair loss or an alopecia diagnosis ( or ANY diagnosis f

Do you second guess yourself? Find out what is behind it and listen for tips on how to keep that to a minimum!

One of the things I see often is someone having a difficult time making a decision between two favorites.  Find out why second guessing happens and why you ultimately can

What if someone doesn’t like your new look? Three reasons why someone may have a less than favorable reaction and what to say!

Change is not easy for everyone.  Ideally we all want everyone to absolutely love our new look and the truth is, someone may say something that hurts your feelings.  Some

Wait! I’m not ready! When alopecia is going on with a family member, here’s how the fears will show up.

Hello! This week's episode is based on fear a loved one may have with taking action on their own hair loss situation. Every year around holiday time like it is here in

Thinking about or wishing for bangs? Check out clip on bangs and why wig colors can look different even in the same color!

One thing I wanted to discuss this week was that you can have two of the same wig in the same color and although overall the same, there will be individual differences pi

Is your wig or topper starting to show wear and tear ? Try these clever hacks!

It's a sad, sad day anytime your new wig or topper starts to show wear.  But, just like shoes, alternative hair will wear out with use.  I have come up with some pretty c

Is your alternative hair wig or topper beginning to show it’s age? Try these clever wig hacks to hide wear and tear!

It's a sad, sad day anytime your new wig or topper starts to show wear.  But, just like shoes, alternative hair will wear out with use.  I have come up with some pretty c