Introduction to Wigs

Buying a wig for the first time can be daunting. It can be a major financial investment, so to minimise the risk of getting something you are not happy with, here’s a guide to choosing the wig that is just right for you! You will find some general pointers and tips too, to take the mystery out of wig wearing.

Human Hair or Synthetic Hair

The first decision you will have to make is whether you go for a wig made out of human hair or one made out of synthetic hair. Here’s a brief overview of the advantages and disadvantages of both types of wigs.

Advantages of types of wigs
Human Hair Wigs Synthetic Wigs
looks very natural
you can style it how you like
usable for 1 to 2 years
pre-styled, so no need for self-styling (stays in shape after washing)
less expensive than human hair

Disadvantages of types of wigs
Human Hair Wigs Synthetic Wigs
more expensive than synthetic hair
it can be difficult to get the hang of styling the wig at first
loses colour and darker colours can turn slightly reddish
gets damaged when exposed to heat
you can’t change the style or colour
can have a slightly false shine to it
doesn’t last as long as a human hair wig

More detailed information is available on human hair wigs and synthetic wigs.

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