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Wig service

Cancer Councils offer a range of wigs, turbans and beanies

Wig service
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ACT
NSW
NT
QLD
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TAS
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WA

With the help of trained volunteers, our wig services offer an extensive range of wigs, turbans, beanies and scarves in a range of styles and colours. These products are lent to people for as long as required while undergoing cancer treatment.

Availability of our services varies around the country. To find out about support services for people affected by cancer in your local area, get in touch with your local Cancer Council or call 13 11 20.

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Styling headwear with confidence

If you are experiencing cancer-related hair loss, watch tips from experts Dr. Susan Carland and Dianne Haynes on wearing and styling a headscarf or wig. (Videos produced by Cancer Council Victoria).

Benefits of a synthetic wig

Find out why we recommend wearing a synthetic wig

Benefits of wearing a synthetic wig


Fitting a wig

Follow our step-by-step guide on fitting a wig

Fitting a wig


Looking after and styling a wig

Learn how to care and style a synthetic wig

Looking after and styling a wig


Wearing a headscarf

Learn about materials to use, where to buy and style tips. Also, read our How to style a head scarf.

Wearing a headscarf

Styling a rectangle scarf

Follow our step-by-step guide on styling a rectangle shape headscarf below.

Styling a rectangle scarf


Styling a square scarf

Follow our step-by-step guide on styling a square shape headscarf

Styling a square scarf

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