Alternative Hair Alchemist - A podcast about everything wigs, toppers and alternative hair‪!‬ Debra Heim - Certified Wig and Topper Specialist, Alternative Hair Boutique Owner

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 reasons why you should allow yourself to feel good and how to reframe your thinking about it.
Peace, Love and Alternative Hair,
Debra Heim

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 you want to trust the seller, do your due diligence on that.  But here are a few questions you might want to ask because things like care products or perfumes used by the person selling can scent the hair.   These questions are just a start as to what to ask the seller. When you find a group where trusted sellers buy, sell, and trade you will learn so much more.  
Upcoming episode:  I'm going to give you my review of some super inexpensive wigs and hat/hair type wigs from different sites.  Also, how to handle vulnerable moments when you are an alternative hair wearer.  If you have any other episode suggestions, just send them on it!
Peace, Love and Alternative Hair,
Debra Heim
debra@debraheim.com

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 become more acceptable.  Words have power, and it worked to an extent!  But, I got tired of explaining the term as I meant it:  alternative hair is just that....an ALTERNATIVE to hair you grew yourself.  Wigs have long been the source of jokes and just the word 'wig' can cause fear in some, but not so much anymore.  We have come a long way towards acceptance of self and acceptance of "helper hair" but there are two things that need to stop pronto!  And those are:  making jokes or telling stories about wigs looking bad or flying off, and wearing wigs that are obviously not right for the person.  But don't get me wrong everyone has to start somewhere with alternative hair, you get better at it and learn more about what works for YOU along the journey.  But lets face it, there are some wigs that are so obvious they cause someone to feel fearful about how they will be percieved.
Remember, wearing alternative hair doesn't mean anything about you! It's not superficial to want to look great, nor is it dishonest or inauthentic to wear alternative hair.  It's about confidence!
Much love to all my alt hair family that listen to this podcast and thank you!
 
Peace, Love, and Alternative Hair,
Debra

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 it parts on the opposite side.  You want a certain color, but there isn't your favorite color choice in that style. It usually happens like this:  you have this picture in your head of how you want your hair to look and when you get your new choice in, when it doesn't match the picture you had in your head, disappointment can happen.  So, prioritizing what is most important to you is a big key in choosing hair that works best for you. The main three things in a wig that you may have to choose between is color, style, and fit.  This week I discuss how to approach choosing and if something unexpected comes up and you feel disappointed, four things to keep in mind and consider.
Peace love and alternative hair,
Debra
Find me at www.debraheim.com
www.verybestlittlehairhouse.com 
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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 will help you understand how to estimate how long you will get from any wig.  Also, the fifth factor to consider when estimating the life span of your alternative hair is experience wearing and caring for it.  The more you wear it, the more you become aware of the wear and tear as you go and know what will and won't work for you.
As always, enjoy your alternative hair!
Peace, love and alternative hair,
Debra Heim
www.debraheim.com
www.verybestlittlehairhouse.com

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 for that matter), you can expect to go through phases of anger, denial, bargaining, depression and acceptance in no particular order.  So the healthy thing to do is to acknowledge your feelings and surround yourself with supportive people.  And the good news is, how long you stay in the grieving process is up to you entirely.  Listen and find out the three mindset shifts you need to make to start on the road to self acceptance.
As always....
Peace, Love and Alternative Hair ✌💘🌟
Debra Heim
The Alternative Hair Alchemist