The Greater Princeton Area Ask the Doctor Spring Issue March/April 2018

Wigful Thinking: Empowering Women Experiencing Devastating Hair Loss Hair Loss During Cancer Treatment Can Be One of the Most Traumatic and Stressful Side Effects of Fighti g the Battle Against C ncer. W earing a ig shouldn’t make you feel self-conscious, it should empower you t feel more b autiful and confident.

Wigful Thinking was created so that women who are going through traumatic hair loss from alopecia or cancer have a safe place to regain their confidence in the way they look and feel. Today we are proud to have Owner Caryl Dillon (right), with Manager Olivia Reese and Milania Reese. Owner Caryl Dillon (right), with Manager Olivia Reese offers styling services and products that will help provide you with the look you’re wanting to achieve. They will show you how to keep your wig in top shape and provide instruction on how to care for it correctly. As a two-time cancer survivor owner Caryl understands the emotional toll to women when w lose our hair and eyebrows, “I remember…and it is important to me that every woman is taken care of with a confidential customized hair plan, sup- port, and encouragement.” Take the next step and make an appointment at Wigful Thinking. You won’t be disappointed. I found you!” is often the response we receive when we meet a new client and friend. The Wigful Thinking team has been a family- owned passion since 2014. Caryl, the owner, is a two- time cancer survivor and understands the emotional toll to women when we lose our hair and eyebrows. “I remember... and it is important to me that every woman is taken care of with a confidential custom- ized hair plan, support and encouragement.” says Caryl. Olivia Reese, Caryl’s granddaughter, is a certified cosmetologist who has a passion for women who are battling breast cancer, alo- pecia and more. “I worked for a breast cancer physician and I wanted to make a dif- ference. I knew I had to be a part of changing women’s lives,” says Olivia. If you have questions about your journey, if a real hair wig, synthetic hair wig, or topper is the right option for you, give us a call at (609) 249-4811 for your confidential appointment. When your world has been rocked by a cancer diagnosis, doing things that make you feel ‘normal’ again can be ca- thartic. Our hair is one way we express our individuality, so using a wig in a time of transition can help you keep your personal style. If losing your hair is upsetting to you, wearing a wig is one way to gain control over the situation. A wig will al- low you to decide what style, texture, length and even col- or you want for your individual look. Once you choose your wig, the team at Wigful Thinking served hundreds of women with real hair wigs, syn- thetic hair wigs, private wig consul- tation rooms, and “toppers” from our New Jersey salon in Hamilton, New Jersey. “I am so glad

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The Healing Power of Plants Did you ever wonder if there is a way to healthy glowing skin without the use of harsh chemicals? One inquisitive lady did just that. Edye Dumhart, an avid sailor, spent years enjoying fun in the sun. As a result her skin took a beating. Refusing to apply toxic ingredients found in most cosmetics, Edye decided to create her own natural line. Using only organic oils from plants and a little beeswax, Edye created a Face and Body Butter, a Peppermint Repair Cream, a Himalayan Salt Scrub, a Deep Nourishing Serum and a Lemon Cleansing Oil. Each ingredient has been carefully selected to heal, soothe and protect your skin from head to toe. At Edye’s Naturals you will never find any water, emulsifiers, preservatives or petroleum

based chemicals. First time users are pleased to learn how quickly their troubled skin issues disappear. To learn more about this Lawrenceville, New Jersey company, go to www. edyesnaturals.com.

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