Hair Loss Files

Hair Loss Files

This is the Hair Loss Files. The podcast where we get super real about all things female hair loss. My name’s Kimberly, your androgenic alopecia bestie and the founder of Lusta Hair. We’re on a mission to break the stigma of female hair loss and take back our confidence.

Episodes

May 28, 2024 21 mins

Once I discovered hair toppers, I stopped caring for my own hair. This was super freeing at the time after years and years of focusing solely on my hair loss. I was finally released from the constant trialling and testing new products.

But, more recently, I've decided to take care of my hair again. Yes, I still have hair loss, but I want the hair I do have to feel it's best.

This episode is a quick hair chat to update you...

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We're back with another juicy episode of the Hair Loss Files.

Recently, the hot topic in our Facebook group has been MINOXIDIL. The 'miracle' hair loss cure that promises to grow back your hair. But...is minoxidil really the holy grail solution?

Today, I'm chatting about my experience with minoxidil, the good, the bad and the ugly.

Let's get into it...

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December 21, 2023 29 mins

What would my world be like if I didn't have hair loss?

Would I be carefree? Would I be where I am now?

In today's episode, I'm exploring what my life would be like if I didn't have hair loss.

I'll also share my tips for finding acceptance and freedom in hair loss.

"Transformation begins with the radical acceptance of what is."

-Danielle La Porte

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If you're experiencing hair loss, you know that it's so much more than losing the strands on your head. It can feel terrifying and really effect your confidence. Your day-to-day life can be seriously altered by losing your hair.

Today we're talking about how to cope with the emotional side of hair loss. How can we reclaim our confidence after losing our hair? Is there a light at the end of the tunnel? (spoiler alert: t...

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November 16, 2023 32 mins

What do you need to know about buying your first-ever wig or hair topper? In this episode, I walk you through buying your first piece step-by-step. I chat through the various features offered by wig companies that make the online purchasing process stress-free.

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This episode is dedicated to the pure magic which are our Lusta Pressure Sensitive Clips.

Our clips are the most important part of our Lusta topper design. It was also the most challenging part for me to get right.

I refused to settle when it came to our topper clips.

There was no way I could stand behind a product which was meant to solve hair loss...which actually caused MORE hair loss.

Listen to the episode to find out how I...

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October 4, 2023 76 mins

Today's episode of the Hair Loss Files is a very special one for us. Today we chat about growing up with alopecia or hair loss. Holly, our superstar Lusta wig queen has had alopecia all her life.

In this episode, we chat with Holly and her parents about what it was like growing up with alopecia. Holly's incredible parents share their stories and tips for other parents with a child with alopecia.

We also chat with Nya, a 1...

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In this week's episode, I'm spilling the hair industry's deepest, darkest secrets. We're going to be talking about the scams to avoid, the process of creating a human hair topper or wig and why the heck Lusta is so damn expensive!

Transparency has always been super important to me, and that's why I want to talk about the things the other companies doen't want you to know about.

Come along with me as we dee...

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August 30, 2023 29 mins

Medicated shampoos...essential oils....laser caps....medications.


I spent years and years of my life dedicated to the pursuit of hair regrowth. I was desperate to find a 'cure' for my hair loss.


But, all these 'treatments' are now stuffed away in a box in my garage, and I haven't touched them for years. Is it because I finally found the miracle cure that grew my hair back? Well... not exactly.


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July 31, 2023 44 mins

This week we're answering a question we received from one of our awesome Lusta girls: "What's it REALLY like to wear hair?".

In this episode, we go through the day-to-day of wearing wigs and hair toppers. How do you navigate your appointments? Can you wear a wig to the physio? What about going to the beach? Riding a motorbike? How about styling?

We're going to give you a glimpse into the hair-wearing life.

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July 13, 2023 57 mins

It's the thoughts that conjure nightmares. The hypothetical scenarios we replay in our heads all day long.


It's the worst-case scenario of wearing hair toppers or wigs.


"What happens if someone asks me about my hair?"

"What if my date has a bad reaction?"

"What if someone 'outs' me?"


We're talking today about all those worst-case scenario 'what-ifs?'

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July 2, 2023 53 mins

We know you wanna know. How does this whole hair-wearing thing work when it comes to doing the deed?

Can you leave your wig on?

Should you tell your date?

What will they think?

Today we're deep diving into what it's REALLY like wearing hair and getting hot and heavy between the sheets.


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This episode is dedicated to all our most frequently asked questions. We asked you over on instagram what questions you NEEDED answered and in this epsiode we delivered.


In this episode we go through everything from should you opt for a topper or a wig to has my hair grown back from hair growth shampoo? (spoiler, it hasn't).

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In this episode, I'm sitting down with Dakota to chat all about the hair loss 'treatments' I used to regrow my hair. When it comes to hair loss solutions, you all know that only one thing worked for me, toppers and wigs! But before I found this ultimate solution, I tried a lot of other treatments. From rosemary oil to minoxidil, let's sit down and chat all things hair loss treatments. 

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So, you're going on a first date. The butterflies are exploding out of your stomach and you couldn't be more nervous. Are you going to have to tell them about your hair loss? Will they notice the hair on your head isn't your own? 

I went on a bunch of first dates with a range of different guys (for science, of course 👩‍🔬). Here's what I've learnt about navigating first dates. 

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December 22, 2022 32 mins

We know Christmas lunch can get awkward and cause anxiety- will someone notice your hair? Will they know it's not your own? 

How do you handle those nosey questions from Uncle Peter? 

What about those well-meaning but intrusive comments from Aunt Susie? 

Or what if you want to open up to your cousin Sandra? 

This is your ultimate guide to wearing hair to all those holiday parties. You've got this!

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Welcome to Episode 2 of Dating with Hair Loss. This episode is all about diving into the dating apps and navigating the 'talking stage' (for science, of course 👩‍🔬). Come have a laugh with me as I spill on the guy who called me a 'catfish' and how dating in my 30's is a VERY different experience.

If you have a dating story, I'd love to hear it. Reach out to me at kimberly@lustahair.com 

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December 7, 2022 17 mins

Welcome to the FIRST ever episode of the Hair Loss Files. To kick things off, we're starting with a series dedicated to dating, wearing hair and navigating hair loss. Over the past few months I've been performing some hard hitting investigative journalism on what it's really like to date whilst wearing hair. 

In this series, I'm going to spill it all. From dating apps to having 'that' conversation, you're getting all the deets...

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November 14, 2022 26 mins

So you've just received your new piece! Congratulations! Let's chat through everything you need to take care of her. 

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