Wigs have been popularized in society to use from celebrities such as Cher and Tina Turner to Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. Wigs are worn by many people, sometimes daily, sometimes just situation ally. Convenience is often a reason behind their use, as wigs can get styled in advance however wigs are not just for fun and convenience. Those suffering hair loss, be it genetic pattern baldness in middle age, or someone going through chemotherapy while undergoing cancer treatment. Whatever your reason, here is our beginners guide to the world of human hair wigs.
Human Hair Wigs
One advantage of wigs made of human hair is that they provide the most natural feel and look. This type of wig is very soft with movement and shine that cannot be matched with synthetic hair.
Human hair wigs are also very versatile. They can be easily cut and styled in a way that suits your desired look. Being the more expensive of the two types of wigs, human hair wigs provide more durability and realism, especially if properly cared for.
Generally, there are four kinds of human hair that are used in wigs: Chinese, Indian, Indonesian and European. Most wigs are manufactured using Asian hair. Most hair extensions also come from this same part of the world.
This section is made up of generalizations that are “generally” true in most cases regarding human hair wigs.
Chinese hair is extremely straight due to the fact that it has thicker denier. Also, Chinese hair happens to be more resistant to curl and as a result, it’s more difficult to style.
Indonesian hair is the most abundant so, Indonesian hair is relatively inexpensive.
Indian hair has thinner denier, almost similar to European hair, although it has a little bit more texture.
European hair is known for its fine denier and often the most sought after. However, because its supply is becoming limited in the market, it is more expensive.
If your only consideration is quality, human hair is by far the superior choice. From its natural look and feel to it’s durability, human hair is the ideal option for a wig. Another important factor that affects the quality of the hair is the processing technique.
The chemicals used during production, which are used to sanitize the hair and strip away the initial color, can cause different colors and curl patterns. Not only are these chemicals very strong, but they can also change the integrity of the hair depending on the method used.
When chemicals of higher quality are used, coupled with a more artful production process, the resultant wig is of higher quality and therefore costs more. Experts consider Remy human hair a premium option.
When crafting or manufacturing a hairpiece, hair follicles are usually made to run in the same direction.
Given that human hair cuticles normally all run in the same direction, there is a significant reduction in tangling. Be careful not to buy fake human hair, which is considerably low-priced and won’t meet most quality standards.
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Caring for Human Hair Wigs
It’s very important that you only use hair care products formulated specifically for highly processed human hair. You also need to note that wearable hair doesn’t benefit from the naturally occurring oils on the scalp. You will need to condition and hydrate human hair wigs.
However, human hair also has some shortcomings of its own. For instance, it requires a lot of maintenance. Just like with natural hair, you need to put in a lot of effort to care for it.
Most women seem to prefer daily styling of their wigs as it gives them more control over their appearance and also a sense of normalcy, which is derived from a daily hair styling routine.
How to Determine Your Human Hair Wig Size
To determine the appropriate wig size for you, measure your head’s circumference from the front hairline, just behind your ear, along the back of your neck, to the other ear, then back again to the front hairline.
Record the measurements to use as you shop for wigs. However, you should note that sizes can vary slightly based on the wig’s brand. You should also note that some wigs are not available in all cap sizes.
While you consider and compare different human hair wigs that interest you, take some time to think about the styles that might be flattering based on the shape of your face. Below are a few guidelines you might find helpful.
Oval: An OVAL-Shaped Face is longer rather than wide while the jaw is narrower than the cheekbones. Since an oval-shaped face doesn’t have any dominant areas and is largely proportional, the face will look good with almost any hairstyle, length as well as texture.
Round: A ROUND-Shaped Face has a wide hairline and fullness beneath the cheekbones. Some women with round faces may be obese with the neck appearing short. Round-shaped faces look pretty good with a linear or geometric style. Add height, if you can, and long, thin side areas for the cheeks to appear narrow. Then comb the hair close to the head both on the side and at the back of your neck.
Square: A SQUARED-Shaped Face has a wide hairline and jaw. Such a face needs height on top while the sides should be narrow. To add height to the face, comb the hair off your forehead. Curly texture and wisps of hair close to the face break the wide, straight lines commonly found on square faces.
Heart (or Diamond): HEART-Shaped Faces have wide foreheads and narrower chins. To hide its width, bring some hair onto your forehead. You should also keep the hair close to the head, on the area close to your eyes, but make it somewhat full around the jaw as well as beneath and at the fore of the earlobes.
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