How to Choose a Wig for Beginners?

For wig beginners, opting the right wig that looks natural, feels comfortable, and is easy to wear and maintain may feel overwhelming. But in fact, as long as you master a few key points, selecting a wig that suits you is not as complicated as you think. Today's article will share with you some practical suggestions on how to choose a wig for beginners. From the securing method of the wig, the lace area, the hair quality to the difficulty of maintenance, we will analyze them to help you find your best hair.

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How to Choose a Wig for Beginners?

1. Lace Area Matters
The lace area of a lace wig is one of the prime considerations for many people to choose. The larger the lace area, the more natural the hairline effect and the more styling versatility. Beginners can start with a small area of lace wigs, such as a lace closure wig (usually 4x4 or 5x5 inches), which can make the top of the head look natural and does not require too complicated care, suitable for simple and quick styling. If you want your hairstyle to be more sophisticated, you can try wear and go wigs, which are glueless lace wigs with larger lace sizes, such as 7x5 lace wigs, 9x6 m cap wigs, or 13x4 glueless wigs. Due to the worry-free cap design, you generally don’t need to adjust too much, and you can go out with it, which is very suitable for beginners.

2. Glueless Options Are Beginner-Friendly
If your skin is sensitive and you are worried about the difficulty of wearing glue, you can consider choosing glueless wigs. Whether it is a glueless lace wig or a no lace wig, they usually have a special fixing mechanism that can replace the attach function of adhesives, protecting the scalp while saving you the trouble of cleaning glue. Recently, drawstring wigs and half wigs are more popular choices.

3. Consider Maintenance Difficulty
The maintenance difficulty of wigs is also a cardinal element that beginners need to consider. For those who are new to wigs, choosing wigs with simpler maintenance can reduce the burden. Compared with long hair buss down wig, short bob wigs are more suitable for beginners because they are not easy to get tangled and are easy to clean. In terms of the choice of hairstyle, different hairstyles will also affect the complexity of maintenance.

For example, curly wigs require more care to maintain the elasticity and shape of the curls. Usually, special wig care products are needed, such as moisturizing spray for curly hair, to prevent the curls from drying and deforming. At the same time, manual tidying is required regularly to ensure the natural curls.

In contrast, straight wigs and wavy wigs are much simpler to maintain. Straight wigs only need to be washed regularly and combed with a wig comb, while wavy wigs can maintain their natural ripples through gentle combing and simple styling products. Therefore, beginners can give priority to straight or wavy wigs and try more complex curly styling after becoming familiar with the care of wigs.

4. Hair Quality and Length
Hair quality and wig length have a great impact on the wearing experience. 100% human hair wigs have better texture and stronger durability and can withstand various heat styling tools and perms and dyeing. But the price is relatively high. If you have a limited budget, you can choose a high-quality mixed hair wig. In terms of length, beginners can try short or medium-length wigs first, which will not feel stuffy and are not prone to tangles.

5. Leave Out Vs. No Leave Out
Leave-out wigs require leaving out part of your own hair to blend with the wig to create a more natural effect. This method is usually suitable for using u-part wigs or half wigs, which can make the hairline and top look more realistic. But it takes time to process your own hair, such as straightening, curling or dyeing, to ensure a perfect blend with the hair quality and color of the wig. In addition, frequent hair processing may cause some damage to natural hair.

In contrast, no leave out wigs, such as lace wigs or headband wigs, completely cover your own hair and do not require any additional hair processing. This type of wig is more friendly to the hair and scalp, and can also save beginners extra styling time. If you want to go out quickly or don’t want to spend time processing your natural hair, no leave out wigs are a more worry-free choice.

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Final Words

Taking all the above factors into consideration, we recommend that beginners give priority to wear and go wigs, headband wigs and drawstring 360 wigs. They are not only convenient and fast but also very suitable for those who are busy and pay attention to appearance. If you have more requirements for styling, you can slowly try more complex wig types, such as large lace wigs or custom wigs.

In short, choosing the right wig is a gradual process of exploration, and the one that suits you is the most important. I hope you can find your favorite wig and show your beauty confidently!