Wig Construction
There are countless reasons why people choose to wear wigs. From dealing with hair loss to wanting to switch up your look without coloring your hair, wigs offer an easy and effective way to achieve the hair of your dreams. But with so many wigs available, it may not be easy to know which one is right for you. We’re here to help you navigate the complex world of wigs. Stick around for everything you need to know.
Different Types of Wig Construction
Generally speaking, you can choose from these main types of wigs. These include Hand-tied, open-weft units, lace front, lace front with monofilament top, or double monofilament top. Each of these wigs has different pros and cons depending on what you’re looking for.
What Are the Differences Between Wefted and Hand-Tied Wigs?
Weft wigs contain lines of hair that are made by a machine. When you flip a weft wig over, you’ll be able to see both horizontal and vertical lines of hair. This is considered a more economical solution when it comes to wigs, as all of the hairs are tied by a machine. Wefted wigs may have a basic weft top or may have a lace front and monofilament top. Basic wefted wigs (without lace front or monofilament) are the most economical option, however they can’t easily be parted without noticing the cap underneath. The same holds true when the wind blows. While basic wefted wigs are great for people on a budget, they aren’t as flexible when it comes to achieving the most natural looking hair.
Hand-tied wigs, on the other hand, aren’t made by machines. Created by hand, hand-tied wigs are manually sewn into a sheer cap that goes on your head. Hand-tied wigs are generally considered more lightweight than weft wigs and give the illusion that your hair is natural, given their flexibility and movement. Hand-tied wigs can contain human hair, synthetic hair or polymer hair.
What Is Lace Front Construction?
A telltale sign that someone is wearing a wig usually comes from how it looks on the scalp. That’s why lots of high-quality wigs are made with lace front construction to give the illusion that there’s hair growth directly from the scalp at the hairline. This allows hair to move more freely at the hairline and creates a natural look.
Lace front construction is done by hand tying each hair to the lace material. This is great for those looking for a natural wig that mimics natural human hair.
What Is Monofilament Construction?
Monofilament construction is when a fine layer of mesh is inserted at the top of the cap. Hair is then individually hand-tied to this layer of mesh to give the illusion of natural hair growth. This is great for parting the hair giving the illusion that the hair is growing from the scalp. There are full monofilament or partial monofilament cap designs. Full monofilament cap designs are best for multidirectional parting of the hair for more versatility.
What is Double Monofilament Construction?
This is a monofilament cap with a thin layer of silk sewn under the mesh. This is a suitable wig for those suffering from medical conditions that cause sensitive scalps or hair loss, as well as people looking for a comfortable wig. Double monofilament wigs typically do not have lace front hairlines.
How to Choose the Best Wig Cap
Wigs are a great solution for people suffering from hair loss or those who want to achieve the look of beautiful and healthy hair without compromising on time or quality. When picking out a new wig, it’s important to think about what’s important to you.
You’ll need to decide the type of hair you’d like, as well as the cap underneath. Depending on your budget, your scalp and how you’d like the wig to look, one of these main wig designs should work for you.
