01/27/2026
Alopecia Areata is more than “just hair loss.”
Alopecia Areata is a medical, autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the hair follicles, causing sudden round or oval patches of hair loss on the scalp, face, or body. These episodes can come and go—and for many clients, they’re emotionally devastating.
Here’s what many people don’t know 👀
✨ Clients with Alopecia Areata may be eligible for insurance-covered wigs (cranial prostheses).
That’s why education matters.
As a medical wig provider, it’s not enough to install a wig—you must understand:
• The type of hair loss
• Whether it’s cosmetic or medical
• When a client qualifies for a prescription
• How to guide them back to their doctor
• How insurance reimbursement actually works
When you’re educated, you can:
✔️ Advocate for your client
✔️ Provide solutions with integrity
✔️ Open doors to insurance-funded services
✔️ Elevate yourself beyond a traditional stylist
This is exactly what we teach inside Wig Whisperer Academy—how to recognize medical hair loss, educate your clients properly, and position yourself as a trusted cranial prosthesis specialist, not just a wig installer.
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start serving clients the right way, this path is for you.
💬 Comment “MEDICAL” if you want to learn how to become an educated medical wig provider.
🔗 Visit WigWhispererAcademy.com to get started.