Alternative Hair Alchemist - A podcast about everything wigs, toppers and alternative hair!

Debra Heim - Certified Wig and Topper Specialist, Alternative Hair Boutique Owner
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Alternative Hair Alchemist - A podcast about everything wigs, toppers and alternative hair!

Welcome to the Alternative Hair Alchemist Podcast! It’s a scary place to be in when you are losing your hair. There’s a lot of unnecessary shame and loneliness that can go along with it. Not to mention the overwhelm when you are trying to figure out what kind of replacement hair works for you. Between having had chemo twice and alopecia areata on top of that, I know all too well that sinking feeling when you see more scalp than hair when you look in the mirror. I also know that it is overwhelming when you don’t know who to ask for help, what to do, or where to start – and I want to say, helping you do just that is my gift. Hi, I am Debra Heim. I’m a certified alternative hair expert, wig wearer and the co creator of a one of a kind wig and topper boutique, The Very Best Little Hair House. And I created this podcast to educate, inspire and empower you! Out of my own hair loss journey was born a desire to make wearing alternative hair feel normal and an exciting place of possibilities. I use my superpower intuition to help women in my shop in a one on one, private and comfy environment with fifteen of the worlds’ best brands of alternative hair find their beauty again. And I take wearing what you may know as wigs to a whole new level and my goal is to bring your beauty back to full on radiance. Because you don’t want hair that looks good on someone else! You want to find the hair that maximizes your own unique beauty and I want to help you do that! I have helped over five hundred women of all different looks, shapes and sizes look better than they’ve ever imagined. My shop is where the magic happens and confidence is restored! Our clients leave looking fabulous and knowing not only what works for them but also how to care for it with ease. Because let’s face it - if finding the hair that lights you up was as easy as choosing from a picture, I wouldn’t need to have my shop. Think of me as that “tell it like it is” friend that also happens to be an expert in alternative hair. The shame starts to end when you learn how to make yourself feel beautiful again and I am going to help you do that. At the end of the day, natural hair or not, wig or not, I want you to know that we are all worthy of love and belonging. So take a deep breath, feel the love I’m sending your way–it’s time to find and love yourself again. Let’s do this! Let’s Connect! Facebook: Wise Wig Advice Facebook Group- A shame-free zone for alternative hair wearers! Instagram:@verybestlittlehairhouse Youtube: Very Best Little Hair House - YouTube Visit my website: Very Best Little Hair House Email me: debra@verybestlittlehairhouse.com

  1. OCT 13

    Head Space: Advice on alternative hair fit for those on the larger side

    Almost everyone knows that there are such a thing as petite sizes, but what can you do when you have measurements that are larger than most brand's averages?  This week I will give you some helpful tips to try. Fit and comfort in your alternative hair unit should be just as important as how something looks.  Sometimes women aren't aware that they could use a roomier size or that one even exists.  With most average heads of women estimated at 21.5 to 22.5 inches. there are many women that measure 22.5 to 24.5.  Not only that I have had some women have an average circumference measurement yet the fit isn't great.   Thanks for listening to the podcast! Until next time:  Peace, Love and Alternative Hair!!   xxDebraxxo

    15 min

  2. AUG 31

    Overwhelmed with topper choices? Is a topper right for you? Here's my three things to consider

    Toppers are usually the first options women consider with alternative hair.  There's so many choices out there and videos and ads make it look so easy. The latest online statistics on topper returns quoted by Jon Renau in an email this week stated the return rate of toppers purchased online is a whopping 50%! I would bet that 50% is an underestimate simply because I have clients that come into my shop for help making a topper purchased elsewhere look natural when it was not the best topper for their situation.  This week I will break it down for you as simply as I can on the three main things to consider when shopping for a topper. Also, attention fellow true crime fans!  At the end of this episode, I am going to make a recommendation for my latest binge listen in a case that is ongoing right now! Until next time, thank you for listening! Peace, Love, and Alternative Hair, Debra

    23 min

  3. AUG 1

    Help! My favorite alternative hair got discontinued! What can I do?

    As you probably already know, styles and colors get discontinued from time to time.  Sometimes, without a lot of notice.  But not to worry, I am going to give you my best advice as to how to navigate the changes with confidence.  Then when the compliments start rolling in about your new style or color, you'll be right at home in the new look. Until next time, Peace, Love, and Alternative Hair Deb   Find me at   www.debraheim.com or at:   www.verybestlittlehairhouse.com  Find Nikki on Facebook at Nouveau Hair and Wigs page and www.nouveau.hair

    18 min

  4. JUN 29

    Going to a wig shop in person? Here's my best advice for avoiding these 3 big mistakes!

    Hey everyone!  Happy June to you!   This week I am back with an episode that was inspired by the client who came to the shop today, and who left with gorgeous results that she did not expect (as I always say time and time again),   We discussed alternative hair journeys and what she experienced at other wig shops as well as what she's tried along the way to my shop.  There are many many things I could discuss that you'd want to look out for, but today I discuss three biggies. Keep watching for the next series of episodes here, I plan to do an audio version of my book "Too Much Hair" one chapter a week.   Thanks for listening this week and thank you for every single episode you've listened to along the way!  Drop me a line on socials and let me know if you have any thoughts.  Till next time...;. Peace, Love and Alternative Hair, Debra   www.debraheim.com www.verybestlittlehairhouse.com

    15 min

  5. MAY 23

    Have you tried a super inexpensive wig lately? I did and here's my thoughts!

    Long story short, I was pleasantly surprised by quality of the haul of wigs I purchased each for 12 USD or less!  I think the least expensive one was 6 USD.  I tried many colors, shoulder length or longer, hats with hair attached and one with detachable hair!  I will post a few of the pictures in the Wise Wig Advice and Support group on Facebook.  This is not a sponsored review. Other than size variations and a few construction differences in them they were much better looking than I expected.  So if you've been on the fence, I say at that price you should give it a go!As always.....Peace, Love and Alternative Hair Debra Heim www.debraheim.com

    12 min

  6. MAY 5

    Part Two of "Why is shopping retail more expensive? Why aren't there more wig shops?" series!

    Hey there!  Part Two I start to explain a little more about the pricing structure and how they are suggested from the manufacturer of the alternative hair for retail and internet suggested pricing plus what to reasonably expect from an authorized dealer.   Thanks for listening!Peace, Love and Alternative Hair, Debra Heim

    15 min

  7. MAY 5

    Why is shopping retail more expensive than an internet outlet? First in a four part series of the pros and cons of each!!

    Hey there! This is the first in a multi part series where I am going to talk about alternative hair shopping in a boutique or salon versus internet.  There is a price difference but there is also a RESULTS difference from going to a qualified alternative hair consultant or a hairdresser educated and up to date in alternative hair versus doing it yourself.  This episode, I tell you about my qualifications and certifications so that you can see for yourself the education and service I personally provide to a client.   The results you'll get from coming to my shop or any shop like mine just by the guidance, trying caps, styles and colors on in person, can save you money, not to mention trial and error. I explain some of the behind the scenes factors that go into making a wig purchased in a retail setting vs internet site initially more expensive.   I try and keep these episodes less than 15 minutes, so this is going to be a series explaining everything I feel you should know so that you can understand what I wish someone would have told me early in my alt hair journey!   Thank you from the 💖 for listening, as always...   Peace, love and alternative hair!Debra H.

    17 min

  8. APR 23

    Feeling guilty about spending on your alternative hair? Three reasons why you shouldn't!

    One thing I see in common with all women, no matter how much money they earn, there is the tendency to feel guilty about what they spend on their hair.  Here's the reasons why you should allow yourself to feel good and how to reframe your thinking about it. Peace, Love and Alternative Hair, Debra Heim

    16 min
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Welcome to the Alternative Hair Alchemist Podcast! It’s a scary place to be in when you are losing your hair. There’s a lot of unnecessary shame and loneliness that can go along with it. Not to mention the overwhelm when you are trying to figure out what kind of replacement hair works for you. Between having had chemo twice and alopecia areata on top of that, I know all too well that sinking feeling when you see more scalp than hair when you look in the mirror. I also know that it is overwhelming when you don’t know who to ask for help, what to do, or where to start – and I want to say, helping you do just that is my gift. Hi, I am Debra Heim. I’m a certified alternative hair expert, wig wearer and the co creator of a one of a kind wig and topper boutique, The Very Best Little Hair House. And I created this podcast to educate, inspire and empower you! Out of my own hair loss journey was born a desire to make wearing alternative hair feel normal and an exciting place of possibilities. I use my superpower intuition to help women in my shop in a one on one, private and comfy environment with fifteen of the worlds’ best brands of alternative hair find their beauty again. And I take wearing what you may know as wigs to a whole new level and my goal is to bring your beauty back to full on radiance. Because you don’t want hair that looks good on someone else! You want to find the hair that maximizes your own unique beauty and I want to help you do that! I have helped over five hundred women of all different looks, shapes and sizes look better than they’ve ever imagined. My shop is where the magic happens and confidence is restored! Our clients leave looking fabulous and knowing not only what works for them but also how to care for it with ease. Because let’s face it - if finding the hair that lights you up was as easy as choosing from a picture, I wouldn’t need to have my shop. Think of me as that “tell it like it is” friend that also happens to be an expert in alternative hair. The shame starts to end when you learn how to make yourself feel beautiful again and I am going to help you do that. At the end of the day, natural hair or not, wig or not, I want you to know that we are all worthy of love and belonging. So take a deep breath, feel the love I’m sending your way–it’s time to find and love yourself again. Let’s do this! Let’s Connect! Facebook: Wise Wig Advice Facebook Group- A shame-free zone for alternative hair wearers! Instagram:@verybestlittlehairhouse Youtube: Very Best Little Hair House - YouTube Visit my website: Very Best Little Hair House Email me: debra@verybestlittlehairhouse.com

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