Happy Thanksgiving from Susan!

 

As we approach the holidays here, I am often reminded how grateful I am to continue my work here at Antoninos. In a recent anniversary celebration, I was struck in talking with the clients who have been working with Antoninos fur 40 years. These clients appreciated the service and talent, and mentioned they felt at home here. Part of the family of incredibly talented stylists, admins, aesthetician, nail techs, Masseuses, etc who treat each and every client with respect and kindness. These people give 150% of themselves for that Antonino standard of excellence. I could not be more proud to be considered part of the team here. 

There are several people I wish to thank. First, to Anthony and Jeff for this unique opportunity to serve others in need of hair loss solutions. I am so odious of the work accomplished this year of Emily Garlow, my colleague and stylist, who goes above and beyond in every aspect of her work. Emily makes so many women happy with the personalization of the toppers and wigs she creates! Of course, I am thankful also for the entire team here who all have special niches to make this happen. The results are seen in the end products and in our reviews. 

Lastly, but certainly not least, we are thankful for YOU, the clients that make this work worthwhile. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy the time with family and friends. 

 

✨From Honolulu to London, Tel Aviv to Petoskey—beauty truly knows no borders.✨

At Susan at Antonino Salon, we’ve had the honor of creating custom wigs for incredible clients across the globe—from cozy towns in Michigan to iconic cities like New York, Munich, and São Paulo. 🌍💕

Whether you’re in Naples, FL or New Orleans, Boston or Bangladesh, each wig is made with love, compassion, and a deep understanding of your unique needs.🫶

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey—wherever you are. Because global beauty? It’s always done Susan’s way. 💗🌸

Give us a call Today to schedule your private consultation with Susan and our team 💗 (248) 544-4287

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Susan's Own Favorites - Private, Custom Wig Collection!

Introducing our own Private Custom Wig Collection:
Susan's Own Favorites!

It is my pleasure to introduce you to my own creations of wig styles made by an American wig manufacturer. i have teamed up with this manufacturer to design styles in human hair wigs that are missing in my portfolio. I wanted these designs to be handtied, smart lace front pieces that offered a lightweight, shorter version of a wig that we can personalize with custom coloring, fitting and styling. Emily, my stylist, will take this base piece and create your own version of YOU. 

These custom pieces are numbered and labeled as property of Antonino Salon.

In addition, we will be stocking these wigs in inventory so that the base pieces are available to meet your immediate hair loss needs.

No waiting! 12 weeks for something custom made.

Please call or text for an appointment with Susan to look at Susan's Own Favorites. You'll be amazed and very pleased with what you see!

In our sampling of these pieces, our clients were very happy and very pleased with the wig and how they felt and wore on the head. Most have already ordered their 2nd or backup pieces as well. Call or text today!

Introducing our Hair Loss Soothing Package!

Designed for chemotherapy and radiation hair loss, Alra Shampoo and Therapy Lotion is made for patients undergoing treatment for cancer. This shampoo is a Godsend in that when used daily after the first dose chemo, can soothe a scalp that can often be tender, itchy and most uncomfortable. We recommend you use it daily all during treatment and even over a bald scalp to cleanse, moisturize and protect your balk scalp from drying conditions. Team it up with a bamboo sleep cap for a comfy nights' sleep. This cap comes in several colors and offers just a little bit of warmth on your head during the hair loss process. It is amazing, take it from me, as I was going through treatment, my head was freezing cold at night. This cap meets all the criteria and can be worn under other outerwear hats as well, especially during the winter. Call or text us and we can personalize a package for you, for your loved one, or a good friend, etc. 248-544-4287

Check out our iPartners!

 

Our iPartners!!

Just a reminder to look at our iPartners and to check out the products they offer! They are great as a gift to someone in need or needing information regarding services for those with cancer. More vendors to come....

Check them out at: https://www.susanatantoninosalon.com/s-projects-side-by-side

 

It is with great pleasure we announce that Emily Garlow, of Antonino Salon, is now in partnership with Susan's at Antonino Salon. Emily is a licensed Cosmetologist and current staff member of Antonino Salon, in Birmingham, Michigan. Emily is exceptional as a stylist and colorist in her practice, and applies that expertise to our clients needing wigs and toppers. What impresses me the most with Emily is that she had an incredible ability to listen and to design with our clients the finished product. Whether it is the cutting of a synthetic, human hair or blended wig, she understands the technical features of the wigs/toppers and designs the finished product with ease, confidence and kindness. She has a unique ability to teach our clients as to how to style and care for their purchases to ensure the longevity of their purchases. Her expertise in custom coloring human hair wigs is exquisite. She is a scientist when it comes to devising formulas for human hair wigs/toppers including that to create a human hair wig gray. This is a huge milestone in my practice to be able to offer that service to women wanting that option. She exudes the Antonino standard of excellence in all ways. Please join me in welcoming Emily to my practice and please call us at 248-544-4287 to make an appointment to meet us and to discuss your hair loss needs.

Happy Holidays!

During the Holiday Season, more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible.

And in this spirit we say, simply but sincerely, Thank You and Best Wishes for the Holiday Season and a Happy New Year!

Susan Thomas and Antonino Salon

Happy Thanksgiving from Susan

 

Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! I love this holiday! Always filled with family, good stories, good food and very good times. I am most grateful to Antonino Salon and to Anthony Marsalese and Jeff Davison for this unique opportunity. I appreciate being able to continue my practice of seeing clients with hair loss needs. I am grateful for Deborah Sullivan, my assistant, and the entire Antonino Salon staff for their steadfast support of serving others in need. This year has been very exciting, as we have met so many wonderful clients and their family and friends. We have provided our clients with state of the art products and, most importantly, in my opinion, introduced them to the amazing talent of all the cosmetologists at the salon -- whose talent in all ways is unsurpassed. Their work on all wigs and hairpieces reflects many years of cutting, styling and fitting pieces to make them look the most natural in the market. The custom coloring done on human hair wigs reflects the talent, dedication and genius of all of them in producing hair color envied by all. For all of this, I am grateful, and for the continued blessing to meet so many, to connect, to serve, and to celebrate the success in making someone feel and look like themselves again. For that, I’m grateful!

Stay tuned to 2025…more exciting news to come for Susan At Antonino Salon! Happy Thanksgiving!

Welcome!!

 

Custom Color of the best human hair wig created for a very special person

Welcome to Susan at Antonino Salon!

At Susan at Antonino Salon, we believe in the transformative power of personalized beauty and care. Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Michigan, our salon is more than just a place for beauty services—it’s a haven for those seeking comfort, confidence, and a renewed sense of self.

As a dedicated nurse, Susan brings a compassionate touch to her work, specializing in helping cancer patients and women with hair loss needs. She offers customized wig fittings and styling, ensuring each client feels beautiful and confident in their unique look.

Our range of services, from trendy haircuts and vibrant coloring to luxurious treatments, is designed to cater to all your beauty needs. But more than that, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment where you can relax and leave feeling more empowered than ever.

Join us on this beautiful journey. Whether you’re looking for a fresh new style or support through hair loss, we’re here for you. Welcome to Susan at Antonino Salon—where beauty and care go hand in hand.

 

Welcome to Susan At Antonino Salon-where luxury meets personalization with our exclusive collection of wigs. Step into a world of glamour and confidence as we can provide you with a custom wig detailed just for you.

At Antonino Salon and Spa, we understand the importance of privacy and individuality. That’s why we offer a private room for all wig appointments, ensuring a personalized experience tailored just for you.

Whether you’re looking for a natural look that compliments your style or a bold statement piece that expresses your personality, our custom cut and colored wigs are designed to make you feel fabulous inside and out.

Schedule your appointment today and discover a whole new world of beauty and elegance. 248-544-4287

Be sure to visit us to find out why we’ve been named best salon several years in a row by Hour Detroit.

Antonino Salon where there are “no bad hair days, ever.”

191 Townsend (across from the Townsend Hotel) in downtown Birmingham.

 This cute baseball cap with attached hair is perfect alternative to wearing a wig for that spur of the moment errand and other appointments. Available in multiple colors and lengths. Call for a quick appointment to visit our hair and accessories. 

Susans @ Antonino Salon

248-544-4287

191 Townsend St, Birmingham, MI 48009

IN AN INSTANT LIFE CAN CHANGE – DIAGNOSIS CANCER, CHEMOTHERAPY TREATMENT AND POSSIBLE HAIRLOSS

 

IN AN INSTANT LIFE CAN CHANGE – DIAGNOSIS CANCER, CHEMOTHERAPY TREATMENT AND POSSIBLE HAIRLOSS

FIRST STEP TO CALL SUSAN TO DISCUSS YOUR DIAGNOSIS AND SIDE EFFECTS

 

It wasn’t supposed to be me. I have had friends with cancer and silently glad it wasn’t me. But now reality strikes and I’m scared and need to talk with someone who has been there to help me decide what to do.

 

Susan is a Breast Cancer Survivor and Oncology Nurse Clinician. She has helped more than 13,000 women with wig solutions to help them through this difficult life experience. Susan and her staff will discuss your specific needs including hair loss timing, wig style and composition of our unique Custom Tailored Wigs constructed of Human Hair, Human Hair Synthetic Blend, or Synthetic, We will also review how to keep your wig healthy wig care instructions.

 

We are here to help you during the loss of your hair whether from chemotherapy, alopecia or other. Depending upon your chemotherapy drug and cycle will determine how long you will be experiencing hair loss. That will help you decide what is right for you.

CALL 248-544-4287 FREE consultation to explore wig solutions right for you. We look forward to your visit. Susan's @ Antonino Salon, Birmingham, MI is by appointment only on Monday and Tuesday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

FDA expedites approval of two new breast cancer treatments

By Rich Haridy

April 22, 2020

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The approval of two new treatments for breast cancer were expedited by the FDA to help high-risk populations during the coronavirus pandemic

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two new kinds of breast cancer treatments, one targeting HER2-positive cancers and a second for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. The FDA notes approval for both treatments was expedited due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

“As part of FDA’s ongoing and aggressive commitment to address the novel coronavirus pandemic, we continue to keep a strong focus on patients with cancer who constitute a vulnerable population at risk of contracting the disease,” says Richard Pazdur, director of the FDA’s Oncology Center for Excellence. “At this critical time, we continue to expedite oncology product development.”

On April 17 the FDA approved a treatment using a new drug called Tukysa (tucatinib). The approval is for Tukysa to be administered in combination with chemotherapy for patients suffering metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer.

The approval is not for Tukysa as a first-line therapy. Instead, patients must have received at least one prior anti-HER2 treatment before commencing Tukysa.

The approval was based on recently published Phase 3 clinical trial data showing positive results from the novel combination treatment. In particular, the treatment offers hope to those patients with brain metastases, an aggressive form of the disease with very low survival rates.

“Tukysa was approved four months prior to the FDA goal date, providing an example of this commitment and showing how our regular work in reviewing treatments for patients with cancer is moving forward without delay,” says Pazdur.

On April 22 the FDA granted accelerated approval to Trodelvy (sacituzumab govitecan-hziy). This therapy is targeted at patients with a particularly aggressive form of breast cancer known as triple-negative breast cancer.

Trodelvy comes with a relatively severe set of potential side effects, so the FDA approval only allows the therapy to be administered to patients following the failure of at least two other available therapies.

The Trodelvy application was also only granted under the provision of what is called "accelerated approval." This means further clinical trials or clinical data will be necessary before a full approval, however, the drug may be administered widely based on the criteria it is, “reasonably likely to predict a clinical benefit to patients” suffering from serious conditions with unmet medical needs.

“Chemotherapy has been the mainstay of treatment for triple-negative breast cancer,” says Pazdur. “The approval of Trodelvy today represents a new targeted therapy for patients living with this aggressive malignancy.”

As with the Tukysa case, Trodelvy’s approval was expedited due the FDA’s commitment in bringing oncology treatments more rapidly to market during the coronavirus pandemic.

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HAIR LOSS FROM ALOPECIA, CHEMO, OTHER

Are you kidding me? First it was a cancer diagnosis. Then treatment was determined to be chemotherapy. I worked out a plan with my oncologist and began chemo. Treatment was stressful for sure, but going OK. Then a couple of weeks into chemo – My Hair began falling out. I knew I had to find a solution.

My doctor referred me to Susan. Susan is an Oncology Nurse and has experienced Breast Cancer. After chemotherapy treatment she began losing her hair. Susan said that when she was going through this experience in 1992 there wasn’t anyone to talk with to help as a guide to help her feel that she wasn’t alone on this journey. This is one of those times that you can’t understand until it’s you.

“I never want anyone to share my experience,” said Susan. “I founded Susan’s Special Needs in 1994 where we have helped over 12,000 women experiencing hair loss from chemotherapy, alopecia and other medical treatment.

We are now Susan’s @ Antonino Salon here to help you during the loss of your hair whether from chemotherapy, alopecia or other. Depending upon your chemotherapy drug and cycle will determine how long you will be experiencing hair loss. That will help you decide what is right for you - Synthetic, Human Hair/Synthetic Blend, Human Hair.

CALL 248-544-4287 FREE consultation to explore wig solutions right for you. We look forward to your visit. Susan's @ Antonino Salon, Birmingham, MI is by appointment only on Monday and Tuesday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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Breakthrough MRI imaging method promises early-stage cancer detection

By Rich Haridy

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A new method to detect early-stage cancer is being fast-tracked into human trials within the next two years

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Researchers are reporting the development of a new imaging method to detect metastatic cancer in the liver. Described as a potential “game-changer” for the field of cancer diagnostics, the researchers believe the method could be applied to a number of other types of cancer, offering an entirely novel way to detect metastatic disease at its early stages.

The research focused on a particular receptor, called chemokine receptor 4 (CXCR4), which was previously found to be overexpressed in certain organs in the presence of a metastatic cancer. In this instance the study was examining the path of a common form of eye cancer that is known to move into the liver in its early stages of metastasizing. This metastatic pathway is challenging to diagnose, and is often only detected in the liver at an advanced stage.

The new study, published in the journal Science Advances, describes the development of a new MRI contrast agent that combines MRI image-enhancing gadolinium with a novel protein designed to home in on and bind to CXCR4 receptors.

“Currently, it is difficult to see early stages of disease in the liver, even in invasive biopsy,” explains Jenny Yang, corresponding author on the new study. “Diagnostic testing using this contrast agent can not only identify the presence of disease but differentiate the stages of disease with high sensitivity and accuracy. That’s the beauty of this work.”

At this stage the research has only been directly validated in lab cell studies and animal tests but human trials should commence within the next couple of years. The promising nature of the innovation has seen it labeled with a fast-track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This designation recognizes the clinical importance of the breakthrough.

“We have already met with the FDA, so we have a blueprint,” says Yang. “We hope within 18 months to two years we can conduct our first clinical trials in patents.”

While initial development and testing has focused on a specific type of metastatic cancer found in the liver, Yang is confident this novel imaging agent will be applicable to several other forms of the disease due to the nature of CXCR4 being overexpressed in a variety of different cancers, including skin, breast and colorectal.

“This is a game changer. It has the possibility to have many more applications, really for any type of cancer,” adds Yang. “We are already applying it to 10 different types of cancer in the lab. We have been using the same contrast agents for 30 years with few breakthroughs. I think this is my biggest scientific contribution. And I hope there are many more to come.”

The new study was published in the journal Science Advances.

https://newatlas.com/medical/mri-imaging-early-stage-metastatic-cancer-detection/