1. By any Other Name
A wig by any other name is still a wig. You can call it a hairpiece, extensions, a toupee or a rug, it is synthetic or human hair that is used for a variety of reason. People who have lost hair from drugs such as chemotherapy find that the wide array of wigs available to them gives them the freedom to move around in public without notice. Others use hairpieces to cover bald or thinning spots. Some people just like to change things up and use extensions and wigs to give themselves a quick fashion change.
2. Cover Charge
Hairpieces range in price from $29.99 for synthetic mass-marketed wigs to thousands of dollars for human hairpieces custom made to order. Celebrities have made the use of wigs popular and many people look for wigs that mimic their favorite stars' looks. Wigs can be styled with regular products like curling irons and blow dryers. They come with different linings, which will help them sit better on your head and feel more natural. With a good woven inside lining, you can wear a hairpiece all day and be no worse for the wear.
3. As Easy as a Clip
Clip-on hairpieces are for people that already have a nice head of hair and want to make it longer. They are matched to your own hair color and use a claw or butterfly clip to attach to the back or top of your head. Extensions are usually applied in a salon and are woven together with your own hair. Braids and dreadlocks are common extension hairpieces. Some extensions are sewn onto a headband for easy wearing and removal.
4. Shop Online for More Wigs
The popularity of wigs is growing rapidly and vendors can be found online easily. You take a chance, as with all online purchases, that the wig you buy will be as good as advertised and that the color is what you chose. Before ordering a wig from an online vendor, make sure that they have an easy and fair return or exchange policy. If you want to experiment, start with cheaper hairpieces until you become familiar with various vendors and with the kinds of styles that interest you.
5. Better Safe Than Sorry
As web-reliant as we are becoming, the best way to buy a hairpiece is through a salon or wig store. You can try on the piece and have a professional give you instructions about how to wear it and care for it. For the most natural looking hairpiece for your skin type and lifestyle, you should spend the time and find a good stylist to walk you through the process. Use the web instead to find that pro in a directory of wig specialists.
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