Jon Renau Gets Real was born from the desire to empower those experiencing different stages of hair loss and instill confidence in the hair loss solutions available today. It is a program about real hair loss, real solutions, for real people. Each year, we feature men and women who share their struggles and victories, let us become part of their hair loss journey, and inspire others along the way.

To kick off Jon Renau Gets Real 2022, we’re spotlighting an innovative and transformative hair loss solution that has affected lives both IN the chair and BEHIND the chair—hair replacement. As a long-lasting, non-surgical and highly realistic solution for hair loss, we know how wonderful this technology is. However, we wanted to learn from the hair wearers and providers themselves.

So, we connected with our valuable partner Bernard Ory—a hair replacement professional and internationally recognized educator in the field—to explore the opportunity to interview his clients about their experience with hair replacement.

We were fortunate to meet Lorenzo and Mark, everyday people with hair loss whose lives were transformed by men’s hair replacement. Don’t believe us? Read their stories below.

Meet Lorenzo

Tell us about how you decided you wanted a solution to your hair loss?

I decided that it was time for a better solution when I realized that my hair loss was impacting my life and that other solutions I had tried were not helping to improve my quality of life.

How were you introduced to hair replacement?

A friend who is a hair stylist knew about my struggle with hair loss. She sent me videos and pictures of work that her friend had done with his clients.

What helped you make the decision to try hair replacement? Were there any other solutions you investigated (or used) first?

There was no one in my city that did these hair replacement systems. Not having any way to experience it in person made me hesitant. So even though I knew about them, I couldn’t make myself take that leap of faith and try this product. My friend had scheduled Bernard to do a class at her salon and I knew this was my opportunity. I had been using an alternative solution for years before this. It was great for what it was but there were many limitations with this solution.

What changes have you noticed in your day-to-day life after wearing alternative hair?

The biggest change I have noticed is that I no longer have reservations and anxiety that I used to. I don’t have to worry about getting caught in the rain. I can go swimming again. I don’t have the nagging worry that people are whispering about my lack of hair.

I would never say that my life was over because of my hair loss, but I would definitely say that my life wasn’t lived. I imagined that it would give me some amount of confidence. In reality,

If you could go back in time and give yourself one piece of advice, with all the experience you have now, what would it be?

I would tell myself to do it sooner. I would tell myself that people aren’t going to laugh at you when they find out you are wearing a hair system. I would make sure I know that the amount of confidence I would gain would be priceless.

Want to learn more about Lorenzo and his Men’s Hair Replacement journey? Watch his video:

Meet Mark

Tell us about how you decided you wanted a solution to your hair loss?

When I was 24 years old, I started growing bald. Wearing hats became a necessity, so I went into the army as a confidence booster; it was a temporary fix. But I knew I wanted more, as I grew older my hair felt like it was falling out more quickly.

How were you introduced to hair replacement?

In 2022, I had enough and decided to go to On StageStudio after seeing a post on Bernard Ory’s Facebook that he was looking for male models for [hair replacement]; they said they could help me. So, I took them up on their offer and now I’m looking better and feeling good about myself.

What helped you make the decision to try hair replacement? Were there any other solutions you investigated (or used) first?

I made it my decision to look better. Before trying hair replacement, I tried over the counter products to help with hair loss with unsuccessful results.

What changes have you noticed in your day-to-day life after wearing alternative hair?

If you could go back in time and give yourself one piece of advice, with all the experience you have now, what would it be?

I would tell myself to take better care of the hair I once had, and also take care of myself. I recommend hair replacement to anyone who has the same problem I do; trust me you’ll look great and feel great. Life will be better for you.

Want to learn more about Mark and his feelings about Men’s Hair Replacement? Watch his video: