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Hair help

The following hair help info is divided into sections to help you find what you’re looking for based on where you’re at in your wig journey. Let me know if there’s a topic you don’t see here but would like to know more about.

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Wig Curious??

FAQs for the undecided

Already convinced alternative hair is for you?

The basics for those who are sold

Choosing a wig

The basics of choosing a wig

The basics of choosing a wig

The basics of choosing a wig

Choosing a wig 101: Helpful things to consider when getting started

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Human vs synthetic hair

The basics of choosing a wig

The basics of choosing a wig

variety of wigs, colors

Wigs are made with either synthetic or human hair, or sometimes a combination of both. Learn the differences between these options so you can choose which one is best for your situation

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Cap features

The basics of choosing a wig

Length and color

Assorted wig caps

The cap is what the hair is attached to, and there are several options to choose from plus lots of extra cap features to consider

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Length and color

Length and color

Length and color

I learned the hard way that just because it looks good in the picture doesn’t mean it’s right on your head! Learn more about factors to consider when choosing length and color

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Wigs vs toppers

Length and color

Wigs vs toppers

Learn the difference between wigs and toppers and which is best for you

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Ear tabs

Length and color

Wigs vs toppers

Ear tabs vs no ear tabs, and which to choose

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Buying a wig

Where to buy

When it’s not quite right

What else do you need?

Where to buy a wig if you don’t have access to a local wig shop...including tips for buying on a budget

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What else do you need?

When it’s not quite right

What else do you need?

alternative hair, wig care supplies

There are a few extra things that you need to get started and a lot of extras you can pass on

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When it’s not quite right

When it’s not quite right

When it’s not quite right

Sometimes it just doesn't turn out as you expected, and you need to know your options. Learn more about return policies and resales if you decide you chose a wig that isn’t right for you.

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Wearing a wig

Wearing a wig 101: for the complete beginner

Wearing a wig 101: for the complete beginner

Putting a wig on your head, checking for a good fit, and basic suggestions to get started

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Cutting the lace (eek!)

Wearing a wig 101: for the complete beginner

scalloped cut lace front human hair wig

The first time you cut the lace on a wig can be really stressful, but check out these tips and take a deep breath; it’s not as bad as it seems

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Modifications

Using scar tape

It’s hard to find exactly what you want, so many wigs will need some minor tweaking. Get tips on how to darken the root, cut baby hairs, add bangs, or learn more about other common modifications

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Using scar tape

Blending your bio hair

Using scar tape

scar tape on cap of human hair wig

Step by step instructions for how to use scar tape to make a lace part more natural looking

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Blending your bio hair

Blending your bio hair

Blending your bio hair

If you have a little bio hair at the temple area to blend you can use it to make your wig look more realistic

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Styling a Wig

Styling a human hair wig

Styling a heat-friendly synthetic wig

Styling a heat-friendly synthetic wig

hair in front of evergreen, wig, brunette, auburn

How to get those beachy waves back in your HH wig

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Styling a heat-friendly synthetic wig

Styling a heat-friendly synthetic wig

Styling a heat-friendly synthetic wig

The magic is in the cooling, not the heating!

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Caring for a wig

Synthetic Hair Basics

Synthetic Hair Basics

Synthetic Hair Basics

synthetic wig, belle madame

Need-to-know basic care for synthetic wigs

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Human Hair Basics

Synthetic Hair Basics

Synthetic Hair Basics

human hair wig

Need-to-know basic care for human hair wigs

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Washing a wig

Washing a wig

Washing a wig

drying a wig after washing

Tips for how to freshen your wig while keeping it looking nice

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Storage

Washing a wig

Washing a wig

wig care supplies, wig stand, wide tooth comb, wet brush

What to do with your wig(s) when not on your head

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Miscellaneous

Alt hair terms

How to apply false lashes

How to apply false lashes

synthetic wig, belle madame

Alphabetical list of helpful-to-know alternative hair terms

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How to apply false lashes

How to apply false lashes

How to apply false lashes

With step-by-step instructions

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Don’t see what you’re looking for here?

Don’t see what you’re looking for here?

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