o, it’s decided that you need a wig. But you don’t know what type of wig you should buy. Should it be close to your natural look or should it be the style and color that you have always dreamt of? Here are the basics of buying a wig.
Synthetic or human hair wig?
Wigs are made out of synthetic fiber as well as human hair. Synthetic hair wigs are affordable. They are easily available and are convenient to maintain. If you plan to wear the wig for a shorter duration or if your hair problem for which you are buying the hair wig is temporary in nature, you may go for synthetic wig. It is reasonably priced and allows easy and quick styling.
Human hair wigs are expensive and they need to be cared just like natural hair. You would need to shampoo, dry, condition, and style your human hair wig like your natural hair else it would not look good. The benefit of human hair wigs is that they can be colored and permed. You can even use a curling rod or electric iron to curl your hair. human hair wigs last longer than the synthetic hair wigs and they look way better.
Before you choose between synthetic and human hair wig, keep your budget and purpose for which you are buying the wig in mind. Also, decide if you have time for care and maintenance before you spend money in buying human hair wig.
Know the 5 Cs of buying hair wigs
Cut-hair wigs come in different cuts and styles. One must choose the cut that best suits one’s facial shape. If, for instance, you have a diamond shaped face, buy a wig with shoulder-length style. Tuck behind the ear and bobs would also suit your facial type.
Color-wigs come in all possible colors. Depending on the natural hair color and color of your skin you may buy a brown, black, or grey colored wig. You must also keep your individual personality and the occasion for which you are buying the wig in mind before choose the wig color.
Custom-for the perfect fit and feel, you must take the exact measurements of your head and get the hair wig custom made. A hair wig that is custom made, close to your natural head size and measurements looks good and natural.
Cap-a wig’s cap, although not visible, determines how the cap will feel against the head and how it can be styled. There are different types of wig caps to choose from, such as open wefted, closed wefted, iFront, and many others. Understand each cap type to decide which one is the best for you.
Cost-price is always an important consideration, whether you are buying a wig or any other product. When shopping for hat with hair attached, compare the price offered by 2-3 suppliers to assure yourself of the best deal.
Buy the correct hat with hair. Look good. Feel confident.
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