Category Archives: Wig Selection

WHY DO I NEED A WIG – THE REASON FOR YOUR PURCHASE

Chemo Therapy
If you are undergoing Chemo Therapy and need a wig for the impending loss of hair, don’t despair as often hair loss from Chemo Therapy is often short term and your hair starts to grow back after the treatment ends.

An important thing to remember in this case is that you have many other things to deal with while undergoing Chemo Therapy, so you preferably want a wig that is easy to wear and care for and hence does not require a great deal of time to wash and style. For this reason Synthetic wigs are great as they can be worn out of the box and require little styling after washing.

As mentioned the need for a wig in this case is not usually long term so spending considerably more on a Human hair wig is not necessary and doing so would be purely a personal choice. If you do choose to buy a Human hair wig, understand that although you will have the benefits of a slightly more realistic look and being able to style your wig, you will have to put up with the considerable extra time and effort that is needed to maintain a Human hair wig.

As for style and colour it is often best to stick close to wigs that are similar to your current hairstyle and colour as a drastic change in either can be difficult to get used to and will only draw attention to you from family and friends. And although the attention is not a problem you most likely don’t feel like repeating the whole situation over and over each time.

Permanent Hair loss
Many people who suffer long term hair loss for whatever reason find that synthetic wigs are more than suitable. However being able to style the wig and the longer life span of a Human hair wig are very convenient features. The benefits just mentioned are quite important as the need for a wig is ongoing and having to buy a new wig only once each year or so is better than having to go through the whole process of ordering a new synthetic every 3–4 months.

If you decide to buy a Human hair wig, it is often advisable to own two identical wigs so that you can wear one while waiting for the other to dry or finding the time to style it after washing as the whole process can take several hours which we sometimes do not have to spare.

Of course your budget is important and if you cannot afford a Human hair wig then Synthetic wigs provide a more than suitable alternative.

Fashion
If your need for a wig is simply for fashion, then “the sky is the limit” with what you can do and you are not so constrained by style and colour.

Of course you should consider the amount of time you plan to wear your wig as everyday wear will mean that a Synthetic will need to be replaced every 3-4 months – still a cheaper option than spending considerable time and money at your local hairdresser.

Some clients look at having to replace a synthetic wig every 3-4 months as a good excuse to change style and colour more regularly. Given the affordability of Synthetics it does not pose that much of a burden on their finances.

With the resurgence of wigs as a fashion item wigs are no longer a thing of the past. Wigs are used in fashion, TV shows, Movies and of course for a long list of medical reasons. Most people don’t want to advertise that they are wearing a wig. Here are some dos and don’ts for in wearing a wig.

Do:

Style your wig once you have taken it out of the packet. For example, if it’s human hair you can apply heat with a hair straightener or if the fringe is too long have it shortened by a hairdresser while wearing the wig.

Choose a style that you will be comfortable wearing. For first timers it’s a good idea to go close to your original style so you can get used to wearing a wig.

Try to buy a wig that is fashionable and displays a current style.

Think about going for a Lace front or mono top so the hairline and part look as natural as possible.

Wear a wig that is age appropriate so you feel comfortable and confident in wearing a wig.

Try a ¾ wig which allows you to incorporate some of your own hair and integrate the hairpiece more seamlessly.

Keep you wig on a wig head while you are not wearing it to keep shape. This also gives the wig a chance to air.

Don’t:

Don’t wear an outrageous colour if you don’t want anyone to know you are wearing a wig. Nobody is born with aqua blue hair.

Too much hair can look fake. Buy a wig with enough coverage but not too much that it looks like a wig.

Don’t wear your wig to bed if you can help it. It will tangle and matt more easily if you have slept in a wig.