How to choose the best hair wig or weaves for you

Quality is the first important tip to consider. High-quality human wigs are made of original human hair. They are soft and comfortable, healthy to wear and have a long lifespan. Like your natural hair, a pure human wig can also be styled and trimmed.

Synthetic wigs on the other hand are made of synthetic fibers that mimic the look of natural hair. These hair wig types are the most affordable and offer a wide variety of styles and colours. Synthetic wigs are not as durable and heat-resistant as human hair wigs. However, they require less maintenance.

Quality human hair wig cuticle layers should lay flat and smooth from root to tip with no visible lifting or overlapping. Run your fingers gently along the hair and look closely to ensure the cuticles lie flat with no lifting or overlap. Over time, a wig with lifting and overlapping cuticles can lead to tangling. Lifting cuticles may be an indication that the hair may have been subjected to processing damage.

Human hair occurs naturally in shades and is evenly distributed. When buying your next wig, avoid hair with unusual colour that seems unrealistic and do not look natural. Processed colours are more likely to fade quickly. Faded or unevenly coloured hair can be a sign it was over-processed. Look for colour-consistent and naturally looking shades without patchy or faded areas.

Buying the right hair wig colour helps in achieving a natural look. If you want a colour close to your natural hair, consider choosing a wig shade that matches your hair at the roots. You can also experiment with new colours that complement your skin tone.

Pull on a small section of hair gently to its strength quality. Real human hair is resistant to breaking and has the elasticity to bounce back into shape without limp ends or splits. Weak hair may lack resilience and usually doesn’t last through regular styling. Also, it could be prone to tangling. The hair weakness could be due to damage or are of inferior quality. 

Quality and healthy human hair has a natural shiny and semi-glossiness. When light reflects evenly it displays a healthy sheen. Dull or over-processed hair lacks lustre and over time looks damaged. Noticeable differences in shade within the same bundle may indicate damage or improper processing. Dull or straw-like hair means it has lost its keratin. Over time it won’t have the same vibrancy over a duration.

Analyze the haircutting to ensure it is properly done and symmetrical. Where the hair cutting and dyeing are not done properly, even if the hair wig is of high quality, it won’t look natural or glamorous after installation. 

A hair wig with closure or hair weave with frontal sew-in creates a natural-looking appearance. It brings you the best looking, as natural as your own hair. 

The texture of the human hair extensions is also an important factor to consider. It should be smooth, soft, easy to install, not too shiny or dull and easy to maintain. The best hair should have a natural movement, but not too “perfect” like a doll’s hair.