Sophie Law's struggle
When UK resident Sophie Law experienced hair loss at a salon at the age of 16, she discovered that patches were forming on her scalp. Doctors initially linked it to an underactive thyroid, but her hair loss continued despite medications. By the age of 23, baldness became clearly visible on her head, which left her quite distressed.
Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata
Diagnosis and challenges
At the age of 26, doctors diagnosed Sophie with an autoimmune disease called 'Alopecia Areata'. He refused to take powerful medicines like steroids due to fear of side effects. He resorted to powder and other temporary measures to hide his baldness, but the fear of wind or the powder eroding away left him mentally exhausted.
Got new identity from wig
return of confidence
After many years of mental stress, Sophie found a permanent solution to her problem in a human hair wig. As soon as she wore this wig purchased from a store in Cantt, she had tears of joy in her eyes. Now she puts it on in minutes and uses it daily, which has brought back her lost confidence.
message to society
expert opinion
Harley Street trichologist Mary Royce says hair loss in women can seriously damage self-confidence. In such a situation a good wig can be life changing. Sophie is now making people aware by sharing her story on social media. She believes that wearing a wig is not something to hide, rather it is a means to make oneself feel better, like makeup.