What is a lace front wig?
Lace front wigs have been a part of wig making for a long time. It is basically just the front piece of the wig where it meets your natural hair line. They are called "lace" because they are literally made from French or Swiss lace. This type of front piece for a wig was created for women going through hair loss because it would go on easy and match the scalp on the womens hairline very well.
How are they made?
Lace fronts are made by delicately weaving human hair or synthetic hair in a pattern that leaves small holes between the threads as its woven into the mesh of the wig. As the material is woven it is knotted into the lace which give the most natural appearence of hair growing out of the scalp. Some wigs are "hand-knotted" which means they are hand woven, making for a much higher quality wig, but also more expensive. Most lace front wigs are made from all natural human hair but can be made from synthetic fiber as well.
Who are they made for?
Everyone. A lace front wig is very popular among women who have lost their hair due to an illness or medical treatment because it is very comfortable and looks so natural. They have also become a tool in the movie business http://www.wigsuperstore.com/CelebHair.asp because they are more fashionable, many models and movie stars are wearing lace front wigs to change their look very easily without damging their own hair with colors, perms, or different cuts.
How can I find one?
I hope this information is helpful when looking to buy a wig. Please visit our site
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Monday, December 1, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Hair Extension FAQ's
Long hair is beautiful, and it should be, after all it takes a lot of time and money to maintain. Visits to the salon for color, perms, or straightening can be very expensive and frequent. In today's world there is an alternative to the hassle. Long wigs and hair extensions are affordable and convenient for anyone who wants the look without the effort. Here are some common questions and answers for anyone considering to purchase a long wig or hair extension.
Who's wearing them?
It would seem that a better question would be "who isn't wearing them?". Hollywood has taken advantage of this new trend and lots of stars are using hair extensions in television and movie roles. Demi Moore, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Simpson, and Britney Spears have all donned locks that aren't theirs in public recently. It is a new fashion trend, and an easy way to change your look quickly.
What are Hair Extensions?
Synthetic fibers or real human hair that is added into your existing hair to increase length, volume, or color. Some extensions can be woven or braided to your hair, (this would require a trip to the salon). The extensions under discussion today are clip-in, and can be added to your own hair easily by yourself at home. Extensions and/or long wigs are made from 100% real human hair, synthetic hair or a mixture of human, synthetic hair. Most extensions are available in many colors and styles. The most popular right now are the Hairdo extensions from Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves. For a look at some of these follow this link http://www.wigsuperstore.com/istar.asp?a=3&dept=103.
Where does the human hair come from?
The most common type of human hair used is from Asia. This hair is usually coarse and straight. Asian hair is typically dark and sleek. European hair is very popular as well. Most European hair comes from southern Italy and Spain. Again, most of this hair is grown dark, but can vary between sleek and wavy. No matter how the hair is grown it can be colored any way you like after you buy one, but most styles have many color options to chose from before you buy. See color chart http://www.wigsuperstore.com/CC_list.asp. Advantages for having human hair is that is very durable, looks authentic, can last a long time, can be chemically processed, and/or styled with heating tools unlike synthetic hair.
Wefts - Hand Made or Machine Made?
A weft is a section of hair attached together at the top and free flowing at the bottom. Wefts come in many sizes and lengths depending on the style of wig or hair extension you have. Wefts can be handmade or machine made. Handmade wefts tend to last much longer and are generally thicker than machine made ones. Someone making a weft by hand can pay much closer attention to detail than a machine. Machine made wefts are still a very good option and are usually less expensive. When choosing it basically comes down to price, and in this case you get what you pay for.
How much are they?
Synthetic hair prices start around $50 to $60 and can go up to $300. Human hair starts around $200 and depending on length, type can go all the way up to $3000. Price is rarely an issue for someone considering any type of purchase, but its always nice to know why there are different price levels. The most important factor is finding the exact one you want. Good luck!
Who's wearing them?
It would seem that a better question would be "who isn't wearing them?". Hollywood has taken advantage of this new trend and lots of stars are using hair extensions in television and movie roles. Demi Moore, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Simpson, and Britney Spears have all donned locks that aren't theirs in public recently. It is a new fashion trend, and an easy way to change your look quickly.
What are Hair Extensions?
Synthetic fibers or real human hair that is added into your existing hair to increase length, volume, or color. Some extensions can be woven or braided to your hair, (this would require a trip to the salon). The extensions under discussion today are clip-in, and can be added to your own hair easily by yourself at home. Extensions and/or long wigs are made from 100% real human hair, synthetic hair or a mixture of human, synthetic hair. Most extensions are available in many colors and styles. The most popular right now are the Hairdo extensions from Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves. For a look at some of these follow this link http://www.wigsuperstore.com/istar.asp?a=3&dept=103.
Where does the human hair come from?
The most common type of human hair used is from Asia. This hair is usually coarse and straight. Asian hair is typically dark and sleek. European hair is very popular as well. Most European hair comes from southern Italy and Spain. Again, most of this hair is grown dark, but can vary between sleek and wavy. No matter how the hair is grown it can be colored any way you like after you buy one, but most styles have many color options to chose from before you buy. See color chart http://www.wigsuperstore.com/CC_list.asp. Advantages for having human hair is that is very durable, looks authentic, can last a long time, can be chemically processed, and/or styled with heating tools unlike synthetic hair.
Wefts - Hand Made or Machine Made?
A weft is a section of hair attached together at the top and free flowing at the bottom. Wefts come in many sizes and lengths depending on the style of wig or hair extension you have. Wefts can be handmade or machine made. Handmade wefts tend to last much longer and are generally thicker than machine made ones. Someone making a weft by hand can pay much closer attention to detail than a machine. Machine made wefts are still a very good option and are usually less expensive. When choosing it basically comes down to price, and in this case you get what you pay for.
How much are they?
Synthetic hair prices start around $50 to $60 and can go up to $300. Human hair starts around $200 and depending on length, type can go all the way up to $3000. Price is rarely an issue for someone considering any type of purchase, but its always nice to know why there are different price levels. The most important factor is finding the exact one you want. Good luck!
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Hair Loss
This post is to give information and educate anyone who is interested in or struggles with hair loss. There are alot of different things that can cause hair loss. An illness or major medical procedure is one of the most common of these. When going through something like this it can cause such physical, mental, and emotional stress that you can lose large amounts of hair quite quickly. The good news about this kind of hair loss is usually the hair will grow back in as it was before.
Medication today is becoming a big part of everyday life. While some medications are necessary that does not mean they won't have adverse effects. Many medications can cause hair loss. We don't know all medications that cause hair loss, but we have proof of a few that do. The most common of these are medicines used in chemotherapy. If you know you are going into this treatment soon, its best to get a wig before you lose your hair. This way you can ensure you are prepared, and won't have to go through a period of not having any hair while you try to find the right wig. It can be a very trying time, and almost everyone I know has had a family member or friend go through this. Other noted medications are anti-depressants, anticoagualnts (or blood thinning medication), and birth control pills or any other hormone changing drugs. Hair loss due to any of these should improve after going off the medicine.
When women become pregnant hormones change in their body. Although this change is natural it can cause temporary hair loss. The amount of hair loss varies from case to case, but can be light or heavy. After the pregnancy most of these cases will improve, but can take up to six months to return to normal.
Sometimes hair loss can be attributed to improper hair care. In todays world chemical treatments on hair have become the norm. You can make your hair curly, straight, blonde, brunette, or any variation in between. While the options are nice, over processing can be extremely tough on your hair and especially your scalp. Damage done to hair will grow out and simply be cut off later. However, damage to your scalp cannot be reversed, and can lead to permanent hair loss. Once the hair follicle is damaged it cannot produce new hair. I'm not saying you should stop going to the salon, this is the best place to go. What I'm saying is be carefull. Too many people (both men and women) damage their hair using in home treaments and chemicals. When you subject your hair to this, make sure you are using a professional stylist.
Male and female-pattern baldness is also very common. This type is genetic and occurs at a cellular level. The pattern can vary for both, but in men usually starts with a receding hair line. In women the pattern is more spotty all over.
While this post doesn't cover everything, these are the main talking points on the subject. I hope its been helpful and if you are interested in more info or help finding a wig or hair extensions please check out our site at http://www.wigsuperstore.com
Medication today is becoming a big part of everyday life. While some medications are necessary that does not mean they won't have adverse effects. Many medications can cause hair loss. We don't know all medications that cause hair loss, but we have proof of a few that do. The most common of these are medicines used in chemotherapy. If you know you are going into this treatment soon, its best to get a wig before you lose your hair. This way you can ensure you are prepared, and won't have to go through a period of not having any hair while you try to find the right wig. It can be a very trying time, and almost everyone I know has had a family member or friend go through this. Other noted medications are anti-depressants, anticoagualnts (or blood thinning medication), and birth control pills or any other hormone changing drugs. Hair loss due to any of these should improve after going off the medicine.
When women become pregnant hormones change in their body. Although this change is natural it can cause temporary hair loss. The amount of hair loss varies from case to case, but can be light or heavy. After the pregnancy most of these cases will improve, but can take up to six months to return to normal.
Sometimes hair loss can be attributed to improper hair care. In todays world chemical treatments on hair have become the norm. You can make your hair curly, straight, blonde, brunette, or any variation in between. While the options are nice, over processing can be extremely tough on your hair and especially your scalp. Damage done to hair will grow out and simply be cut off later. However, damage to your scalp cannot be reversed, and can lead to permanent hair loss. Once the hair follicle is damaged it cannot produce new hair. I'm not saying you should stop going to the salon, this is the best place to go. What I'm saying is be carefull. Too many people (both men and women) damage their hair using in home treaments and chemicals. When you subject your hair to this, make sure you are using a professional stylist.
Male and female-pattern baldness is also very common. This type is genetic and occurs at a cellular level. The pattern can vary for both, but in men usually starts with a receding hair line. In women the pattern is more spotty all over.
While this post doesn't cover everything, these are the main talking points on the subject. I hope its been helpful and if you are interested in more info or help finding a wig or hair extensions please check out our site at http://www.wigsuperstore.com
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