Synthetic hair vs. Human hair

When you are ready to purchase a wig or a hairsystem, you will be faced with the decision of whether you would like your new hair to be, Human Hair or Synthetic Hair.  How does one determine which would be better for them?  Below are the pluses and minuses to both.

Human Hair

1. It's human hair, which means it is going to look just as your own hair did.  Also, if you still have any of your own hair, it should blend in well with it.  
2. You can do everything you did with your own hair with a human hairpiece or wig-curling, coloring, etc...
3. It looks natural. Sometimes dependent upon the quality of the synthetic hair, you can see a marked difference from the sheen of the hair. A lot of synthetic hair tends to have a shiny look. 
4. It can be fragile and can easily break. The hair on a wig or hairsystem is processed so taking great care of it and keeping it moisturized is key. Not properly conditioning the hair or keeping it hydrated can cause the hair to become dry and brittle which can lead to breakage. 

Synthetic Hair

1.  Easy to wash and wear-synthetic hair keeps it's shape so you really do not have to spend a great deal of time styling it.

2. Less expensive to purchase in a lot of cases. Because it is manufactured hair and not human hair the costs are a lot lower. 

3.  Shine. Synthetic hair, particularly lower grade wigs or hair pieces tend to have a high shine to them. This makes the hair not look as natural as it should and if you still have some of your own hair, it may not match or blend in with it very well.  

4.  Frizzing. If too much friction is applied to synthetic hair, it can frizz up and there is not a lot that can be done to recover it. 

5.  You will not be able to use high heat on a synthetic wig or hairsystem. In most cases it will melt the hair and ruin it completely. So no high heat styling.  

Donte's of New York is the premier hair loss treatment center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Offering non-surgical hair loss solutions to both men and women. Whether you are suffering from fine hair, thinning hair or total hair loss, we are here to help you get back a full head of hair that looks natural and feels great.  Call us today for a FREE consultation:  480-483-8800. Please visit us on the web at: www.dontes.com and please LIKE us on Facebook, Donte's of New York. 

Melanoma of the scalp

With the start of summer upon us, now is the time to make sure that our skin is well protected. One of the areas that is most often over looked by men and women who have thinning or no hair is on the scalp.  Melanoma can effect anyone and for those of us experiencing hair loss our risks can be greater.  The more risk factors you have, the more likely you are to get Melanoma.  The following are the risk factors you need to know:


Having a lot of moles
If you have a lot of moles, particularly large ones, keeping track of them with a Dermatologist is very important.

Being an over 50 white male
Men who are over 50 and are of Caucasian descent tend to have a higher risk of getting Melanoma then their non-white counterparts.  Paying particular attention to the back and to the scalp is key. At Donte's of New York,  we work closely with our client's scalps, and in doing so, we have been able to help identify many suspicious moles on our customers scalps. Although  they are not always happy to get this news, they are always grateful to have them removed before they turn into something much worse. 

Spending a lot of time in the sunlight
Although the sun's rays helps with our vitamin D intake, it is important to know that the sunlight is still carcinogenic to our skin.  The more you burn the higher your risk of developing melanoma.

Genetics
Melanomas usually run in families.  If you know that a great deal of your family members have been treated for Melanoma, it should be a priority for you to visit with a Dermatologist on a regular basis to make sure that your skin is being watched.

Donte's of New York is the premier hair loss treatment center in Scottsdale Arizona, serving both Men and Women who are experiencing thinning hair or total hair loss. We offer non-surgical solutions such as hair replacement, hair extensions, wigs and the Micropoint Solutions procedures.  We know hair loss can be difficult, you are not alone, we are here to help. Call today for your FREE consultation to learn more about how Donte's of New York can help you get your hair back, 480-483-8800 or visit us on the web: www.dontes.com

Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the hair follicles. As many as 6.8 million people in the United States are affected by this disease.  About 20% of those people with Alopecia Areata have inherited it. Environmental factors, such as a virus or a stressful life event are the ways in which you may first notice the symptoms of hair loss.  For some, Alopecia Areata, can progress to Alopecia Totalis, which is total hair loss on the scalp or in the worst case scenario, Alopecia Universalis-complete hair loss of the scalp and entire body. 

So, what is normal hair loss?  The average person loses about 100 strands of hair per day, in some cases, a little more.  Some people may lose more hair during the change of seasons or after a surgery as well.  In those cases, the hair will grow back, but if you notice more and more hair loss over the course of several weeks or months, then that could signal a deeper problem and you should consult your doctor for answers. 

Donte's of New York is a leader in helping people with their hair loss.  With over 50 years of experience in the hair loss treatment industry, we have solutions that can help you during a temporary or permanent hair loss.  Find out more today, by visiting us on the web at: www.Dontes.com or call us today for a FREE consultation: 480-483-8800. We know hair loss is scary, we are here to help. 

Why are hair extensions at Donte's of New York better than others?

Why are the hair extensions at Donte's of New York better than others?  We have spent years, (over 50) to find the right type of hair and the right type of extensions for our clients. 

Hair quality is very important when wearing hair extensions. You don't want hair that is going to knot or shed. You want hair that is shiny and full of life.  At Donte's of New York we use the highest quality hair extensions around, non tangling, non shedding and most of all gorgeous. 

The application of your hair extensions is also very important. You want to have your extensions applied in such a way so that there is no lasting damage done to your hair.  Gluing, braiding and sewing will only leave your hair with damage and even hair loss. At Donte's of New York our extensions are applied by our highly skilled technicians in ways that will allow your hair to grow in a healthy way, leaving you with a beautiful head of hair.

 If you are looking for top quality hair extensions, then Donte's of New York is where you will find them. Please visit us on the web at:  www.dontes.com or call us for your FREE consultation at:  480-483-8800 today! 

Women's hair loss

Did you know that almost half of the female population suffers from hair loss by the time they are in their 50's?  It is a difficult statistic to believe, but it is true. Women are more and more likely to be following the trend of our male counterparts when it comes to hair loss. 

Women have a tendency to lose hair on the top of their heads unlike men who tend to recede in the front hairline.  When hair loss begins, the first step, we always recommend is to see your general physician. This will rule out any medical issues such as thyroid conditions that might be attributing to your hair loss. If your doctor determines that your hair loss is genetic, there are a few steps you could take.

•  If you catch your hair loss in its early stages there are several topical treatments that will help to build strength in your hair follicle and will slow down the hair loss.  We love the Hair Support line. There is a kit that comes with a shampoo, conditioner and overnight treatment.  We have seen huge results with this line and it is our best seller. Keeping your hair clean while experiencing hair loss should be a top priority and the hair support shampoo gets down to the hair follicle to allow your hair to grow and produce a fuller head of hair. 
•  If your hair loss has gotten to a point where you don not believe it can grow back, then there are many wonderful non surgical options that are available.  At Donte's of New York we offer hairsystems to our female clients who have experienced a great deal of hair loss. These hairsystems are all human hair and look so natural that when someone is looking onto your head all they see is scalp and a beautiful head of hair.  We also offer hair extensions. Many of our customers just have fine and sometimes thinning hair. Hair extensions can provide a beautiful head of hair when attached in a non-damaging way as we do at Donte's of New York. Finally, we also offer the Micropoint line of hair. Micropoint Links allow you to add 4 hairs to 1 of your existing hairs, giving you a fuller head of hair that looks so natural no one would know.  Micropoint Accents are small extensions that can be placed on the top of the head and can give you a ton of volume where you need it the most. 

We know hair loss can be difficult, Donte's of New York is here to help.  Visit us on the web at: www.Dontes.com or call us today for your FREE consultation:  480-483-8800. 

Our pick for shiny, healthy hair

As you may have noticed on your recent trip down the hair aisle, hair oils are plentiful and there are so many different types to choose from.  Oils help to increase shine and provide moisture which in turn prevents breakage.  For years, we have used and sold Sudzz FX Frizz Eliminator Zenyth. This product is silicone free, light weight, smells great and works well with both natural and hair additions.  If you have not tried Sudzz FX Zenyth yet, please visit us at Donte's of New York to learn more about it, or give us a call, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding it's use.

Donte's of New York specializes in men's and women's hair replacement and has been doing so for over 50 years.  Visit us on the web at: www.dontes.com or call us today to find out more:  480-483-8800.

Ways to match your own hair to a hair addtiion or to hair extensions

Once the decision has been made to purchase a hair addition, there are some important things to keep in mind. 

• Color: This is one of the first things most people think about.  If the color does not match, a natural look will be difficult to accomplish.   
• Length: Length is important because you want to make sure that you are comfortable with and have an ease of handling the hair at the length you decide upon. 
• Density:  Density should be high on your list, if the hair is too thick or too thin it may not appear natural. It may be hard to determine the density once you have experienced a great deal of thinning or hair loss. If you are like most people the loss of hair makes you want a lot more of it. Having a thick full head of hair is not something most people had to begin with.  If you want your hair to look as it did before your hair loss began then you want to be sure to get a density you can be happy with.  As time progresses and you become more comfortable with your hair addition or hair extensions,  you may decide to add length or even more density but it is recommended to start out conservatively until the whole process of wearing hair becomes comfortable to you.  There are of course those of us who don't mind if others know they have a hair addition, if that is you, then by all means select what you want, but keep in mind, that a lot of hair does mean a lot more work. 

If you have fine hair, thinning hair or total hair loss, Donte's of New York can help you, providing natural  hair loss solutions for both Men and Women that are non-damaging, and will give you back your self confidence. Call us today for your FREE consultation: 480-483-8800, please visit us on the web at: www.Dontes.com or on Facebook: Donte's of New York.  We know hair loss can be difficult, you are not alone, we are here to help.