6 Tips to Choosing the Best Lace Wig for You
Lace wigs are one of most popular forms of protective styles for natural hair. They are a great option for versatility as they come in different styles and give your natural hair a break from everyday manipulation. And while choosing a wig can be overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. So, we’ve gathered 6 pro tips to consider before making your decision.
Find Your Intention
Wigs are worn for different reasons. When shopping for a lace wig, you must start with the intention surrounding your decision. Are you hoping to conceal an insecurity? Is the wig a temporary style for an event or a new lifestyle choice to protect your natural hair?
Establishing your purpose first will make the wig shopping process less challenging in the long run and help better equip you when making decisions.
Measure Your Head Size
Wigs are not one size fit all, so if your goal is to have a natural fit (which it should be), you’ll need to measure the circumference of your head. Using a soft tape measure start at the hairline, move around toward the back of the ear, connect to the nape, move back around toward the opposite ear and meet back at the hairline, record the measurement. Use this cap size when shopping for wigs online or if you’re getting a custom wig made.
How to Properly Measure Your Head for a Wig
Choose Lace that Matches Your Skin Tone
When shopping for a wig you will see lace that comes in light, medium and dark brown. There is also an option for transparent lace. Choosing the lace that blends well with your skin tone is key to a natural finish.
Consider the Type of Lace Wig
There are several wigs that fall under the lace wig family. You can select from lace fronts, full lace wig, U-part wigs, etc. If you want more control over style, opt for a full lace piece. Consider a lace front for a wellblended hairline and if you are not using it for a protective style consider the U-part unit.
Choose Style and Texture
Lace wigs are fun, and you can treat it like your natural hair. Determine the style and the texture of your new wig. Do you want a short look, shoulder length or long? Also, consider how it feels. You’ll have a selection of smooth, wavy, curly and kinky textured wigs. You can keep a collection of different wigs and feel like a new person with each wear.
Synthetic or Human Hair
Some may ask why would we even give synthetic as an option? But understanding your intention will help to determine if synthetic or human hair is the best fit for you. Synthetic hair is not the same high quality as human, so it will not give long-term wear. It’s great, however, for style versatility. It typically is available in a variety of colors and textures. With that said if you’re on a budget and need a short-term option, you’ll want to purchase a synthetic wig.
Human hair stands at a higher price point but for good reason. The hair is durable and stands the test of time. If you have the funds to truly invest and need a long-term reliable option, opt for human hair.
If nothing else be patient with the process. Focus on your intention and we’re confident the right wig will find you.
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