Fancy a Wig

A report by Hairdressers Soho

People wear a wig for many different reasons. Some like to change their looks instantly to create an impression whereas others are not lucky enough to have a lush growth on their heads and need a little help. Some suffer from illnesses or harsh treatments like chemotherapy which make their hair fall out.

Hairdressers Soho can help you choose from wide variety of wigs, in almost any colour and multiple styles.

If you fancy a wig to wear on top of your hair then it is better to smooth your hair as close to the scalp as possible and wear a wig cap to keep it as flat as possible. Hair caps may be available at your local hairdressers Soho.

The cap will help you avoid any lumps from showing, and protect your natural hair from breaking due to any friction from the wig.

A wig is a ready-made hair style and so if you decide to wear a wig, make sure it is one that suits the features and shape of your face. Avoid styles which tend to be really obvious as fakes. Get properly fitted as hairdressers Soho first. They can help you make a smooth transition to a flattering style and colour.

Although you may decide you want to change your looks dramatically with a wig make sure the wig is somewhat a near match to your usual style of hair. Many women tend to go a little overboard by wearing completely different style that makes it look obvious that they are wearing a one. The colour of the wig also should go with the particular colour of your skin tone and eye colour. Consult with a Soho hairdresser and select a wig whose texture is as near to your natural hair as possible.  (see the video below)

Wigs are basically of two types; ones made of actual human hair and the others use synthetic fibre. Each type has its set of advantages and disadvantages and if you want a wig, you will need the expert advice of hairdressers Soho to pick out one which suits you the best. Your Soho hairdresser can style and dye the wig just like your natural hair, and your scalp won't perspire much when you are wearing one.

The downside is you need to style it after each wash and it is expensive compared to a synthetic one. Synthetic wigs are cheaper and easier to maintain and do not need as much styling. The disadvantage is they do not last very long and their style can’t be altered.

Apart from the hair, wigs are different by the way they are made. The most common type is a cap wig which then  comes in two individual types; one has a standard cap or wig cap on which the hair is attached and the other has a mesh which looks more natural. Another one is the cap-less variety which has strips on which the hair is attached.

This type is very comfortable as the space between the strips make it the most breathable of all wigs. The most natural looking ones are the lace as they have a lace mesh just a little beyond the line of hair. These wigs are custom fitted according to the dimensions of the person's head and are adhered with a temporary glue on to the skin.

So if you fancy a wig, consult with a professional hairdressers Soho. They can give you great advice and a second opinion on the most flattering wig. Keep in mind the above points before you make your decision and make the right choice.

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