Fantasia Salon / Spa and Wig Specialists

Are you aware there is a state-of-the-art solution especially designed for female hair loss? Female hair loss in many forms such as alopecia, no hair at the top of the head or thinning hair at the top of the head can benefit from this non invasive, non surgical hair replacement procedure. It is possible with this procedure that you can once again enjoy a full head of hair, and all without scarring, discomfort or surgery! And best of all, no one need know unless you decide to tell them!

Top of the head hair pieces or grafts result in individually, customized hair which appears to be growing out of the top of your head. It is completely natural looking, even at the hairline and has a complete natural feel to the touch. With this form of hair replacement, you can enjoy life to the fullest. You can swim, sleep, be romantic, whatever you desire, all without having to stress over your hair!

These hair replacements are adhered to the skin with medical adhesive which is so strong and holds so well that it has to be professionally removed. There is literally no way it’s coming off. So, if you’ve been thinking about sky-diving or going for a ride in the convertible, go ahead. No need to worry about loosing your hair!

Fantasia has a professional hair replacement technician on staff with years of experience with this procedure as well as others. She will bring you into a private consultation room where she will get to know you and learn about your lifestyle. You will receive private, professional, personalized service. She will then customize and design your hair with your specific needs and lifestyle in mind. The hair will be yours, exclusively!

You may be wondering about the cost for this hair replacement procedure. Obviously it will vary depending on the needs of the individual but will typically start in the range of $2400. and go up from there. Call Fantasia today to schedule your consultation and you can be enjoying your new hair before you know it!

Fantasia salon is thrilled to announce we are now carrying Follea Hair Replacements. Follea designs, creates and markets the most beautiful natural human hair creations in the world. Follea will only sell to top echelon trade and salon professionals who maintain stringent requirements. Fantasia is proud to be one of them!

Claiming to be the best is a bold statement. If you come to Fantasia and look and feel the Follea in comparison to other human hair wigs, you will agree that they are superior! The luster, shine, lightness and manageability of the creations will show you this is the highest form of natural beauty money can buy.

What makes Follea special? They hire artisans and craftspeople who work with diligence and have an eye for perfection. Their colorist require a two year training program and are taught what is known as “Follea Precision Coloring”. The company has a quality control program which requires eight steps by thirty highly skilled people. Everyone in the company loves and respects hair.

Follea’s founder is a second-generation wig-maker. He created the company with the vision to create the world’s premium hair company. He brings a passion for the highest standards of luxury, glamour and “haute-couture” to the hair industry market.

Since Follea’s inception in 2000, there are tens of thousands of satisfied women wearing their hair. In spite of many other choices, women have generally paid much more to choose Follea hair–often without knowing they were Follea-made.

Follea works with human hair to create the most lifelike finished creation that the industry has ever seen. They are capable of customized hair creations with many different types of ventilation, colors, textures, densities and hair characteristics. Follea’s experienced craftspeople are meticulous and unmatched in their abilities. From the hair’s origins to the number of knots per square inch, Follea’s exacting specifications and processes ensure the finest hair products on the market.

Follea imports only premium hair from Russia, Kazakhstan, the Baltics, Ukraine, Scandinavia and other sources of fine natural hair. It is then carefully sorted by ethnicity, color and texture. Next these are separated into natural formations or patterns. Known more commonly as straight, natural body, wavy or curly. This process is very time consuming and exacting. Everything about the hair must be precise, Follea artisans are trained to find even ONE imprecise hair in a 150 gram bundle!

Follea’s showroom is in Beverly Hill, California and you are welcome to visit if you are in the area. Otherwise, call Fantasia and schedule a consultation. We would would be happy to allow you to look and feel Follea hair so you can judge their superior quality for yourself!

As an example of how things have changed over the years in the manufacturing of wigs; manufacturers began making advanced machine-made wigs with nylon material at the top of the head to eliminate the need for a lot of back combing and to take away the crimpy look which is no longer in fashion. New wigs often combine machine-made and hand-tied pieces. These hair replacements are not as bulky as they once were. This is because manufacturers are able to use less hair so the wigs are not as full and back combed. They may still need more attention around the hairline, but they have gotten much better in that area as well.

The color, texture and quality of synthetic hair types are of a higher caliber than they were previously. Today we have amazing processes for human hair making it stunning when used in a wig or prosthetic. However, due to shortages in the human hair market, cost are rising and will continue to do so. Then there is Cyberhair which we have talked about on several occasions. Cyberhair is truly remarkable and has changed the face of the industry since it’s development.

The previous generation of wigs was so much poorer in quality than the ones we have today. However, with enhancement comes with increased cost. One of our wig specialist at Fantasia salon will be happy to discuss the type of investment you will be looking at depending upon the wig you select.

Types of Wigs and Prostethics

One of the main categories of wigs is ready-made or machine-made. These wigs come from stock and are a combination of machine-made materials with hand-tied tops. Pre-custom wigs have been hand-tied with synthetic hair. These are prefabricated and come in standard sizes and colors. The only alterations with these would be cutting and trimming bringing the wig somewhat closer to the custom level. Semi-custom wigs are hand-tied from the cap system or duplication of pre-custom to specialized needs.

Custom wigs and prosthetics are particularly good for quickly addressing the concerns of those experiencing hair loss due to medical situations. Because Fantasia works with all types of hair loss, we have a very large inventory of wigs of all types. We stock synthetics, human hair and Cyberhair. We have hair pieces and integrations as well. We work on a consultation basis so we can evaluate your needs and recommend the best possible solution for your situation and budget. We look forward to hearing from you.

In searching on the Internet for the Minneapolis and Upper Midwest areas, I actually found the above, “Quality wigs for $36.” Reality is that for $36. you cannot purchase a quality wig, much less something that is going to look remotely close to real hair. With hair replacements, wigs, whatever you chose to call them, you get what you pay for.

Why are you purchasing a wig? Is it for long term or short term? Do you want something that looks like hair? Something beautiful and natural looking? Something which would have luster, shine, lightness and manageability? Most people would naturally assume that a human hair wig is obviously better than a synthetic one, when in fact, it’s not quite that simple. For a woman who is very active or would like to be able to sleep and swim in their hair, Cyberhair would be a wonderful choice. (It would not be advisable to try sleeping or swimming in a human hair wig as sleeping could cause the wig to become matted and swimming will, over a period of time, destroy the wig because of the chlorinated water.) The cost of Cyberhair wigs is $1500-2000.

Human hair wigs are becoming more expensive and the quality of human hair is declining. The majority of human hair wigs on the market are made from Asian hair, most of which comes from China. Because Asian hair (or Indian and Pakistani for that matter) is by nature thick, straight and usually very dark in color, other than making wigs in straight black, the hair has to go through several bleaching steps and other chemical treatments before being made into a wig. For this reason a wig that looks great when new, could become dull in a few months.

Hair coming from Russia and Poland is really some of the best quality for wigs but costs more than Asian hair because not so many women in these countries are willing to sell their hair. Human hair wigs made from European hair will last longer and feel softer to the touch.

Therefore, it would be critical when purchasing a human hair wig, to find out where the hair originates. If you are prepared to spend thousands of dollars on a wig, its best to find one made from European hair. For the finest quality possible, be prepared to spend between $2500-5000.

Purchasing a wig really depends on your lifestyle, what you can afford, and what it means for your self esteem. At Fantasia, we only sell wigs which look great and can be customized to fit the individual. This is not be possible with a $36. wig. The only way others will know you are wearing a wig when you leave Fantasia salon, is if you choose to tell them. Most of our clients tell us that people ask them where they get their hair done. While we do have lower end wigs, the quality you find here will cost anywhere from $200.-5000.

If you are purchasing a wig for fun and fashion you may be interested in knowing that Beyonce Knowles wears European hair wigs. (as do many other celebrities) So, if you want the same hair she has, it’s on the high end of the spectrum and will cost you $5000. The good news is that you don’t have to go to the West Coast to buy it (that will save you a few bucks), Fantasia sells top of the line European hair wigs, just like Beyonce wears!

The main stigma regarding wearing wigs is left over from the old school. Let’s face it, we have truly come a long way with regard to hair replacement for women (and men for that matter!) The days of the beehive monster cap wig are gone, may they rest in peace. They did not look real, and perhaps they were never intended to look real.

Today, those facing hair loss for whatever reason, have so many choices when it comes to wearing wigs. Some women wear wigs for fun rather than necessity and have a wardrobe of them, just like shoes and purses. These days, your hair can be changed to match your outfit!

In days past you pretty much had to buy “human” hair for a wig to look realistic. Not so today. Synthetic hair offers very competitive and in many cases superior looks. Cyberhair would be a good example of a product superior to the real thing. If you are going be wearing wigs; make certain you are aware of the care instructions. At Fantasia salon, you will be informed as to care required for the different hair replacements options as well as the attributes of each. For example, some synthetics may not last as long as human hair and; make sure you stay away from heat if you are going to wear synthetic. This would probably not be a good choice for a baker. It sounds funny but Fantasia receives calls from women after the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays wanting to know if we can “fix” their wigs. The wigs are such a part of them that they forget and stick their head in the oven to check the turkey or ham. Oops!

An important tip when purchasing a wig is that you spend as much money as you can. This is one area where you definitely get what you pay for. If you buy cheap wigs, people will most likely know you are wearing a wig as it’s difficult if not impossible to get them to look right. If you purchase a cheap wig in the mall, don’t assume a salon specializing in wigs such as Fantasia, can make it look like a master piece. We carry quality products not found at the malls for a reason.

Take your time when purchasing a wig. If you have a fan club or significant other, bring them with you and allow them to help you make your selection. At Fantasia, we have private consultation rooms and encourage you to bring family and friends so they can be involved in the process. We find this is especially important if one is going through treatment for cancer. Our support team are compassionate, caring professionals who will guide you in making this important purchase.

When you leave wearing a good wig, cut properly to frame your face; no one needs to know unless you tell them. All wigs sold at Fantasia are cut and styled to fit the individual regardless of the price of the wig. From our lower priced synthetics, to Cyberhair to human hair, each one is custom fit. (A word of caution regarding Cyberhair, special sheers are required for cutting. It is important to only allow a trained salon profession to make any modifications) Obviously because Fantasia sells a lot of Cyberhair; our professionals are highly skilled in customizing them. Just because your friend is a hair stylist, does not necessarily mean they can work with wigs. Fantasia’s wig specialist have years of training as there truly is an art to customizing wigs.

Don’t be terrified of having to wear a wig. Have fun with it! Perhaps you’ve always wanted to be a blonde or a red head? Who says your wig has to look just like your own hair? It just has to look good!