WATCH: Feeling the Air in His Hair: Lox’s Wigs For Kids Story

At 14 years old, Lox enjoys many of the same things as other teens his age: playing video games and sports and spending time with friends. Basketball and soccer are among his favorite sports, and when it’s time to relax, he enjoys watching Bob’s Burgers. He’s also a big fan of ramen noodles, pasta, and chicken wings.

There is another side to Lox’s story. Living with hair loss due to alopecia areata has brough challenges that can be difficult for others to see.

When we asked Lox what his experience with hair loss has been like, his answer was direct and honest. “It has been hard.” Having dealt with varying levels of hair loss since the age of 2, he shared that he felt he needed to keep his head covered and sometimes wished he had a full head of hair.

For Lox, receiving a hairpiece represented something simple but meaningful: the opportunity to go through his day without always thinking about covering his head. He looked forward to being able to run and feel the air flowing through his hair. Most of all, he looked forward to not needing a hat.

A Stylist Who Understands the Journey

Helping Lox find that freedom was Wigs For Kids volunteer stylist Marian Park of Him | Her Salon and Hair Restoration.

For our recipient families, a volunteer stylist does much more than measure, fit, and style a hairpiece. Their relationship can help create a supportive space for a child and family as they navigate a very personal experience. Together, they discuss the child’s hair loss journey and determine what options will help the child look and feel their best.

Over their time shared, Marian witnessed a transformation in Lox. In a touching social post, she shared how meaningful it was to see her teenage client move from sadness and uncertainty toward confidence and excitement.

Thanks to the generosity of hair donors, financial supporters, and volunteer stylists, kids like Lox can feel comfortable, confident, and like they have “real hair,” and always at no cost to the family served.

Moving Forward in Confidence

When asked who he looks up to most, Lox chose his parents. His reason shows the determination they have instilled in him: “No matter what, they never give up.”

Lox has demonstrated plenty of determination himself. He’s earned a Dean’s List award, among other awards at school. When asked what makes him smile, his answer was refreshingly straightforward, “when something good happens!”

Receiving his hairpiece gave Lox one of those good things to be excited about. Now, he has the option to leave his hat behind and feel the air in his hair.

How You Can Help

Stories like Lox’s are only possible because of a community who believes no child should face hair loss alone.

Whether you donate hair, support our program financially, or partner with us as a stylist, you become part of a child’s journey toward confidence and self‑acceptance.

At Wigs For Kids, we don’t just provide wigs.
We help children feel like themselves again.

Grow. Give. Share. Inspire. Together, we can help children experiencing hair loss feel confident and supported.

The Impact of Hair Donations

Thanks to support from both hair and financial donors, we helped more than 1,000 kids in 2025 receive free wigs, and we’re on track to help even more children in 2026!  

Start a fundraising event in your community, inspire others to grow and give, and help us reach even more kids this year!

Every contribution, whether hair or funds, helps make a difference in the lives of children who deserve confidence and comfort.

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