Case Study Bree’s Journey: From Hair Pulling to Regrowth & Confidence
Bree, a 24-year-old university graduate, has been living with Trichotillomania since she was 14 years old. What started as pulling her eyebrows and eyelashes eventually transitioned to her scalp, leaving noticeable bald patches that deeply affected her confidence.
Bree’s biggest struggles included hiding bald patches by wearing hats and endless clips, constantly worrying about people noticing her hair loss. She avoided social situations and gatherings to prevent questions about her hair. The emotional weight of hiding her pulling and feeling out of control drained her energy, leaving her exhausted and ashamed.
“Every time I told myself I’d stop, I’d find myself pulling again. I felt like I had no control.”
When Bree discovered Salon T, she thought it was too good to be true that a hair salon existed that was dedicated to her hair pulling condition.
Bree’s Consultation: Finding the Right Solution
When Bree arrived at Salon T, I could immediately sense the mix of hope and uncertainty in her.
We spent a full hour together. I really took the time to listen. She shared her journey, her struggles, and her frustrations, and I could see how much she longed for a solution that would allow her to feel like herself again.
During our consultation, I explained why past methods hadn’t worked for her and introduced her to a new approach. One that didn’t just focus on covering up the problem but actually helped break the cycle of her hair pulling condition.
We talked about:
✔️ Why hair pulling is so hard to stop (and why willpower alone isn’t the answer).
✔️ How the Tricho-Protect System works as a physical and psychological barrier to interrupt the pulling habit.
✔️ How her natural biological hair could regrow once pulling was stopped.
✔️ The importance of patience and commitment, as full hair regrowth would take around 18 m months.
By the end of our consultation, I could see something shift in Bree—a new sense of hope and possibility.
After our discussion, Bree decided to move forward with my recommendations and book in for her transformation. She was ready to take the first step toward stopping the pulling, regrowing her natural hair, and reclaiming her confidence.
“Zak really took the time to listen. He understood what I was going through, and instead of just offering a quick fix, he gave me a plan that actually made sense. I walked away feeling like, maybe for the first time, I had real hope.”
Bree’s Transformation at Salon T
The first step in Bree’s journey was breaking the pulling cycle. I fitted her with a custom-designed Tricho-Protect System—a lightweight, breathable protective mesh system that created a physical barrier between her hands and her hair. This provided instant relief by making it difficult to access her hair during urges, giving her the space to focus on managing her triggers instead of reacting to them.
With the Tricho-Protect System in place, Bree stopped pulling, allowing her natural, biological hair to grow back strong and healthy. For the first time in years, her scalp had the chance to heal, and her hair was no longer being weakened by constant pulling.
I reassured her that full recovery would take around 18 months. I think she felt relieved knowing that with time, consistency, and the right support, her hair would return.
Step 4: Learning to Manage Urges & Build New Habits
To support her healing, I introduced Bree to a gentle, mindful approach to handling urges, one that allowed her to experience the sensations without acting on them.
5-Minute Breath Focus – A simple, calming breathing exercise to pause and reset whenever she felt an urge to pull.
Feel It to Heal It – Instead of reacting, I suggested to Bree to practice allowing the urge to be there, noticing what it felt like in her body without immediately acting on it. Giving the urge a space to be felt but not acted upon.
Keeping a Journal – Every day I suggested she write down her thoughts, emotions, and triggers, helping her understand her patterns in her pulling behaviour.
Daily Exercise – Whether it was a walk, stretching, or movement practice, staying active helped release stress and tension, reducing the buildup that often led to pulling.
6 Months Later: Bree’s Progress
Bree has experienced noticeable improvements—her hair had started to grow back, her pulling urges have dramatically reduced, and she feels more in control. She had regained the confidence to go again to social events.
“Zakdon gave me a real plan and real hope. For the first time, I feel in control—not my Trich” Thank you Zakdon
Ongoing Wig Care: Keeping It in Top Condition
At Salon T, I recommend that all Tricho Wig clients visit every four months for an intensive wig treatment, refresh, and trim. This helps maintain the integrity of the hair, remove any split ends, and keep the wig looking and feeling soft, natural, and long-lasting.
Mary has been committed to this routine, and now, eight months later, her wig still looks as beautiful and fresh as the day she first got it.
Mary’s words: “I love that I can come back to Zak every four months for a deep conditioning treatment and slight trim. It keeps my wig feeling fresh, soft, and natural. Unlike my past wigs that would start to look worn out after a few months, this one is still in perfect shape. This was life-changing for me. Thank you so much, Zak—I highly recommend you to anyone struggling to find the right hair solution.”
My Advice to Others Looking for a Trichotillomania Wig
If you’re struggling with hair loss from Trichotillomania and feel frustrated with low-quality wigs or ill-fitting human hair wigs, Mary’s story proves that there is a better solution. A well-designed Trichotillomania wig should restore confidence, feel natural, and last for years.
At Salon T, I specialise in custom human hair wigs for Trichotillomania, designed for comfort, durability, and a truly natural appearance. My Tricho Wigs are lightweight, breathable, and made using ethically sourced raw ponytail hair, ensuring unmatched quality.
If you’re ready to explore a custom wig made just for you, let’s chat! I truly love what I do, and nothing makes me happier than helping you feel confident and beautiful again. You deserve a wig that feels natural, fits perfectly, and gives you the freedom to be yourself. Living with Trichotillomania is already challenging. Let’s find the perfect solution together, so you can step into each day with ease, comfort, and renewed confidence.
Kind regards
Zakdon
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