we don't just transform women's hair loss we change lives Naheed's Story

When Naheed was 15, she developed Trichotillomania (commonly known as Trich). It’s a condition where people feel an irresistible urge to pull out their hair, usually from their scalp, eyelashes and eyebrows. It is often caused by negative emotions such as stress, anxiety, or depression. And that was certainly the case for Naheed.

“At the time I was going through other things in my life – depression, anxiety, things like that. I couldn’t stop pulling my hair and I just kept doing it and doing it. I was stuck in a cycle. I was so embarrassed to go out, I used to wear scarves and headbands to cover my head, but I was getting even more depressed.”

In spite of Naheed’s best efforts to hide her hair, her family did eventually find out.

“You know there is a lot of stigma around this type of female hair loss. I remember my family being very shocked. They just couldn’t understand what was wrong with me. They were forcing me to go to the doctor, but at that point I wasn’t ready to go.”

Eventually, Naheed found the courage and went to see her GP. And an official diagnosis of Trich put her mind at rest. At least she knew what she was dealing with and could explore ways to manage it. And that led her to her nearest Hair Solved salon.

The moment Naheed looked in the mirror after her bespoke Enhancer System had been fitted and styled is a moment she will never forget.

“When I first had it put on, I actually cried in front of the stylist. I had felt so down for such a long time and suddenly I had a new confidence. Everything just changed from that day. It’s a life changer.”

Now 24, Naheed has been a Hair Solved client for the past couple of years – and the Enhancer System has transformed her life. Having hair that looks and feels natural has had a big impact on Naheed’s mental health. She feels less anxious and depressed, which has improved the compulsion to pull her hair. Her Hair Solved system has also created a natural barrier between her and her own hair.

“Having the system on means I can’t get to my hair underneath, so the pulling isn’t as bad as before.”

She also has plenty of positive things to say about her Hair Solved salon and the staff who work there.

“I always have the best experience at the salon. I am confident there is no stigma and I can just be me. The staff love to have a chat, which creates a really relaxing atmosphere.”

As a busy working woman, Naheed loves how easy her Hair Solved system is to style and care for.

“I’d say the system feels so natural and elegant. It’s part of my life now I’m very happy with it. I can wash it like normal hair, style it, wear it how I want to. It’s just like having real hair and it’s so unique which is why I also love it!” 

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