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breast cancer 🌸 things to help prepare & care for no hair
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items It’s one of the biggest hurdles to tackle - the thought of losing our hair. 🩷 It’s absolutely more than fair to feel this way. Our hair is such a part of who we are and how we present ourselves - our sense of style, our personality. This list includ...
A satin pillowcase might be the single most important item on this list! 🎀 Take this opportunity to finally get one! I promise it’s not a splurge - it’s truly a necessity for this journey. It will keep your tender scalp so, so much happier as you be...
satin pillowcase
This one might seem odd, but carefully caring for your face and scalp is much easier with a soft cloth like the Makeup Eraser. 💕 There are also generic versions (I also used an Ulta branded one) but the Makeup Eraser’s size and softness are what wor...
makeup eraser soft cloth
I utilized both the lash and brow serum after I finished chemo to encourage regrowth! 💖 The only difference I found between the two was the size of the brush - so I used either one for either, and I think you could get away with just using the brow ...
lash & brow growth serum
Find some hair scarves that you can feel pretty wearing. 🌸 Bigger is better, to keep you warm in the winter, and your head protected in the sunshine! ☀️ Have a handful on hand to match some effortless clothes you feel lovely in. Even on chemo or tre...
pretty scarves
Some sort of silk or satin hair scarf will be a help, as your newly bare skin can be tender at first. 💕 It is helpful if you can sleep in it, especially in addition to a satin pillowcase. It makes all the difference in the world to help you be as co...
silky hair scarf
Using some form of nourishing oil, such as coconut oil, can help keep your scalp hydrated and comfortable. 🩷 Use sparingly before putting on a scarf - speaking from experience! 😆 This is a great step to add in after your shower after cleansing your...
Hollywood Beauty Coconut Oil for Hair, Scalp, and Skin, 2 fl oz , All Hair Type
Since not too much shampoo will be needed for just a little bit, this little splurge is well worth it! 💖 Tea tree is known for helping prevent ingrown hairs and an encouraging a healthy scalp - and this is a great time to invest in that! 🌸 The invi...
Paul Mitchell - Tea Tree Special Shampoo
If I could pull off wearing a ball cap better, I would LIVE in this one! 💖 Have some ball caps on hand for days you need/want to keep the sun out of your eyes while protecting your delicate scalp. Wearing a thin cotton bandana or scarf under it can ...
cute hats in a variety of colors + one favorite splurge hat!
Some soft knit hats to keep your head comfy and warm! 🎀 I found that digging up some of my kids’ old ones that had been sitting around worked, too. Having a variety of colors on hand can help you feel put together and even cute! 💞
comfy, soft warm hats
Silk scrunchies are so helpful for sleeping in while you’re beginning to shed. They also come in handy when you start getting your new post-treatment hair back in! You may even find you have “chemo curls,” and these keep them well taken care of! 🌸
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