J.Crager Alternatives for Your Hair

J.Crager Alternatives for Your Hair

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Call to set up a free consult. 773-248-6844 It's common for many questions to arise when you find out you will or may lose your hair. Should I purchase a wig? J.

J.Crager Alternatives specializes in custom wigs and hair pieces for women and men who are experiencing hair loss as a result of chemotherapy, alopecia, thyroid problems or other medical disorders or treatments. When will I start to lose my hair? When? Human or Synthetic? What will it cost? Are they comfortable and easy to care for? Where do I start? Crager Alternatives assists you in finding the

MasterChef Pankaj Bhadouria Opens Up About Chemo Effects: What Patients Should Know 08/04/2026

Hair loss is one of the most recognised effects of chemotherapy, but many patients are surprised to learn that treatment can also affect the skin, nails, mouth, digestive system, and overall energy levels. Understanding these changes in advance can help patients prepare better and seek timely medical support instead of suffering in silence.

Master chef Panjak Bhadouria shares insights from her journey on the effects of chemo.

MasterChef Pankaj Bhadouria Opens Up About Chemo Effects: What Patients Should Know MasterChef India winner and celebrity chef Pankaj Bhadouria recently opened up about her cancer journey and the physical changes she experienced during chemoth

J.Crager Alternatives for your Hair 07/17/2026

Every Journey Begins With A Conversation

Hair loss can change more than your appearance—it can affect your confidence and how you feel each day. That’s why every appointment begins with a complimentary consultation in a welcoming, private environment.

We’ll take the time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and help you explore the options that feel right for you—without pressure.

Whether your hair loss is due to a medical condition, treatment, or natural thinning, you’re not alone. We’re here to help you look and feel like yourself again.

💜 Complimentary Consultations Available
📍 Convenient location with easy parking

J.Crager Alternatives for your Hair from Chemotherpy, Alopecia, Trichotillomania, Medication, Stress, We are open Call for a complimentary consultation

Photos from J.Crager Alternatives for Your Hair's post 05/16/2026

Time to get Pink. Great day volunteering at the Susan B Koman 5k

03/06/2024

Love this woman’s honesty and courage.

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Photos from J.Crager Alternatives for Your Hair's post 07/17/2023

Summers here are so are our new fur babies. Next time you visit the salon we will introduce you to Zena and Zoey.

Cold Compression May Prevent Chemo-Induced Neuropathy 04/06/2023

A combination of compression and cold called cryocompression may help to prevent chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, according to research that was recently presented at the 2023 Society for Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting.

Cold Compression May Prevent Chemo-Induced Neuropathy Cryocompression was found to be tolerable and effective in preventing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in a small study.

02/21/2023

Tight hairstyles are a common mistake that lead to thinning hair.

Learn more at www.shefinds.com/collections/one-common-hair-care-mistake-causes-thinning-hair/

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03/24/2020

COVID 19 Update: We have always and will continue to hold ourselves to a higher standard of sanitation and sterilization. We are still providing services and have expanding them to include:
- virtual consultations via Skyppe
- in-home consultations
- curbside drop-off services for wig care
- house calls
- thorough sanitation after each client
- expanding time interval between clients
- services limited to one client at a time
- continued general salon services

Keeping us all safe is a priority at J Crager Alternatives. Let us know if we can assist you. 773-248-6844

03/18/2020

Rescue teams are on the way...

The St Bernards are ready to assist in emergencies 😆❤️🐶🐾

Credit to David Stevens and his gorgeous dogs! ❤️

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3950 N. Avondale Avenue
Chicago, IL
60641

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Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm