The many looks of Amber Perkins
We’re living in a new hair age, and it is time to embrace it! Wearing alternative hair can create dramatic changes to one’s appearance. The spectrum of hair worn today can be discreet or far from “natural.” More and more humans are opening the doors to conversations that were once so guarded and reclusive. In addition, clients themselves are becoming more and more transparent about their beauty routines and cosmetic procedures. With the help of hair industry advocates and social media influencers, our industry can shift in our approach to treating hair loss or hair frustrations. The Hair Society reached out to one such individual, paving the way for change and bringing alternative hair wearing to the forefront of the conversation.
Amber Perkins is a mother of five who loves helping others through her social media platforms. Amber is an inspiring hair-wearing influencer who advocates and spreads awareness about hair options to those struggling with hair loss or just wanting to switch up their look. She has been connected to the hair world for 21 years and provides genuine insight into hair-wearing through her videos.
“I used to create my own hair additions and extensions of all kinds in the early 2000s.”
Before studying hair, Amber has always loved using hair as a creative outlet. She is passionate about the transformative aspect of hair. At the beginning of Amber’s hair-wearing journey, she described it as a secretive time.
“I was at a loss for my hair, and hats became a comfort.”
Amber Perkins – Fabricating Fringe
Often, wearing alternative hair is considered taboo, and people try to conceal it from friends and family. Everyone’s journey is different, but the distress of uncontrollable change to one’s appearance can do similar damage. Today’s hair advocates are working hard to break the shame and stigma that so many clients e