Geraldine coped with her Hair Loss and learned some SECRETS…..

I discovered small patches of hair loss in my hair in 2005.  My hairdresser advised me not to worry about it because it was only a few patches.  Within 2 months I had lost most of my hair and had to resort to my first wig.

Losing your hair is a traumatic event for men or women but for a woman it attacks the very core of your femininity.  Ask any woman how much a ‘bad hair day’ affects them and you won’t even scratch the surface of how it feels to have no hair.  However, after going through all the fears of somebody knowing about my hair loss, I decided that Alopecia was not going to rule or ruin my life.  I shaved off the remaining hair and thereof I no longer had the negative nightly experience of running my fingers through my hair to see how much hair I was losing at a time.  Instead, I felt like I had taken control of Alopecia before it took control of me.

I made some classic mistakes when getting my first wigs; rushing into buying a style rather than researching better what would suit me; not having someone with me who could say ‘Forget it Geraldine… it is not you!’ thinking that if I patted it down enough it would look more like my own hair; worrying about what people would think and panicking if somebody admired my hair because that meant they knew; and finally, the wind….. every wig owner has a fear of the wind!.  I call it the www - wig wearer's worrry!

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I spent nearly a year researching wigs and hair alternative products and as a result have an extensive personal supply of hats, scarves and wigs.  It was then that I decided that I had a vast array of experience that I could share with other people, people who would be starting out where I was eighteen months earlier, who don’t know where to turn when this type of trauma hits them, hence the birth of SECRETS, Personal Wig Fitting Service.

SECRETS is a discreet personal service operating in Derry and Donegal with the help of my sister, Maureen Gildea. We have recently been invited by BOOTS Pharmacy, Main Street, Letterkenny, to use their Consultation Room for the benefit of clients in the Donegal area.  We can also offer a mobile service to those who can’t travel but a visit to my showroom in Derry is highly recommended together with your friends.

All SECRETS wigs are sourced from manufacturers of the highest quality available.  The medical wigs include Monofilament, Lace Fronting and both Acrylic and the highest quality Human Hair.  I have tested them all myself – so trust me, I know!

If you need a wig because of a hair loss problem resulting from chemotherapy, alopecia or other trauma events, SECRETS have specially made wigs for sensitive scalps.

Most of SECRETS wigs are synthetic – not that you or anybody would know – all you do is shake & go.  We also carry human hair wigs for those who wish to do their own styling.  We can recommend top-class hairdressers in the North West of Ireland with experience of styling your new human hair wig. Finding the right hair prosthesis is essential – we pride ourselves in taking time to discuss the different types of wigs available and offer advice on colour and styles.

SECRETS can also provide a hand crafted and custom made wig especially for you.  It will have a transparent monofilament all over and will be finished with an ultra-thin polyurethane film - even to the touch - edges are difficult to detect. It is breathable and still natural after washing or swimming – this system changed my life as a wig wearer! 

SECRETS, has a vast array of choices for the client who has male pattern bald patches or just bad hair.  Why not check out how we can help you as we have many happy clients to date who have been fitted with clip in top pieces and top extensions.

Of course there is also a whole new generation that is getting into wigs and temporary hair extensions – or people who just want to have fun!  Our wigs are the ultimate accessory – never have a ‘Bad Hair’ day again!  Choose your style to suit the occasion or just for fun.  Maybe you just want to experiment as a blonde, brunette or red head?  Perhaps you just want to see a long or short style?  Or maybe you just want to look good in a hurry?

If you would like us to cater for your ‘wig’ party why not give us a call and discuss the fun and enhancements that can be had from our fashion products