For many years now, we have been treating the wig as an accessory, a part of fashion. Many designers, models, actors use wigs for spice and exclusivity of their image. But, back in the days of the creation of wigs, the main purpose of their use was solely to hide baldness or very rare hair. This gave a fashionable look not only to women, but also to men, if they knew how to properly wear a wig.

Wigs were invented in ancient Egypt, then they served as the main accessory and everyone knew how to wear it. This tradition continues to this day, but for many it is not a fashion, but a salvation. People with serious illnesses and losing their hair are forced to wear a wig. For some, even the most expensive drugs cannot fight against hair loss and the only way out is a wig. And for the rest, lovers of experiments, a wig is an element of style that hides flaws and gives a chic look.

If you decide to buy a wig to look beautiful and amazing, it is worth knowing some features of choosing and wearing a wig.

The quality of a wig is the key to protecting your skin

Synthetic materials do not allow air to pass through, due to its lack, this is bad for the health of your skin.

Therefore, it is worth giving preference to high-quality wigs that are made from natural human hair.

The advantages of a natural wig are that you can change its color and shape, and it also needs to be looked after in the same way as hair. Minus - natural wigs are very expensive. What can not be said about synthetic wigs, which can be purchased at affordable prices.

Artificial wig care is more complicated, it is recommended to use special shampoos and use a stand for storage and care.

How to wear a wig

1. Gather your hair properly. The first step is to properly tie your hair into a bun and secure it with bobby pins. For short hair, it's easy. If the hair is very long, then you should use a special mesh.
2. Get your wig ready to wear. Make sure that the hairs of the wig do not stick together, but are separated.

   Then you need to sprinkle with water so that the wig takes the desired shape. Remember, if he is curly, then you should not do this.

   After shaking, hang the wig on a stand to dry.

3. Wear your wig correctly. When you have done everything correctly and all the hair is completely laid, proceed to put on the wig, in the direction of the back, pressing firmly. Be sure to check that it is dry. Pull the back of the wig over the back of your head, and make sure that the center wad passes through the center of your head.
4. Wig is on, next step. Pay attention to the edges of the wig, it should be clear and even on all sides. If a little inaccurate, trim it so that it does not fidget all over the head. In case of inappropriate size, for example, if studs. This will hold your wig tighter.
5. Finishing touch. You already know how to put on a wig, but what to do next? Buy a special wig product that will style your hair more precisely.

Proper care will ensure a long service life

• Take into account the main advice - do not use a hairdryer to dry, because this can harm and ruin the wig. Although, many argue that such devices will not harm if the wig is natural. But, nevertheless, it is better not to risk it. The comb should be soft, and not tear strands when combing.
• If we are talking about artificial wigs, then they need to be washed once every three months, using special wig care products. If you decide to use shampoo, then first you need to dilute the shampoo in water to make foam, and then dip the wig there for a few minutes (15-20). After that, rinse well with cold water, it is also recommended to use conditioner.
• Never wring or rub, just place the wig in a towel to remove moisture. Do this carefully and after washing, place on a special stand.

Many cosplay images involve the use of wigs. Yellow, blue, red hair colors, complex designs, ease of use, the ability to quickly transform into a character - in a word, no way without a wig.

How to put on a wig to make cosplay of your favorite characters look good, you will learn from this article.

About cosplay wigs

Wigs are made from natural and synthetic hair. Natural hair looks more natural, so these wigs are more suitable for cosplaying movie characters. The disadvantage of these wigs is the high price. The highest quality synthetic hair wigs are made from kanekalon. The structure of kanekalon wigs has all the external qualities of real hair - lively shine and elasticity, allowing curls to look very realistic. Kanekalon wigs can be curled and straightened with hot irons and flat irons. The colorful wigs are usually made mostly of acrylic, vinyl or nylon and don't look very natural, but they are just what you need when cosplaying characters from anime, games and cartoons. Colorful wigs can also be found in kanekalon or dyed human hair.

So how do you put on a wig?

Stage one: Take the wig out of the package and shake it gently. This is necessary so that the hair falls apart and separates from each other, and the wig looks as natural as possible.

Stage two: Spray the wig with a small amount of room temperature water.

The hair of most synthetic wigs will immediately return to its original shape. Straighten the strands using your fingers or a comb.

Step Three: Wait for the wig to dry by laying it on a stand.

Stage four: Pull your hair away so you can wear your cosplay wig. Gather your hair into plaits or pigtails, fix them with invisible hairpins at the top of your head. If your hair is long, then it must be evenly distributed over the head and secured at a sufficient distance from the line of your hair. Put on a special mesh.

Stage five: Place the front edge of the wig against the front of your hairline and press it down. Pull the wig over your head, pulling the back of the wig towards the back of your head. Check the position of the wig so that the front of the wig is exactly in front of your hairline.

MY FIRST WIG. WHERE TO BEGIN? HOW TO PUT ON A WIG?

If using a wig is new and unknown to you, then our simple but important tips will come in handy.

As with everything else, it takes practice to gain experience. After several repetitions, putting on a wig and styling his hair will not take you more than five to ten minutes.

STEP 1. Remove the wig from the package. Grab the front of it with one hand and shake gently to loosen and separate the hair. This action is very important and, as a rule, it is quite enough to make the wig look natural.

STEP 2. Using a regular spray bottle, spray a small amount of water at room temperature on the wig. In this case, the hair of most synthetic wigs will immediately take the shape originally given to them. Holding the wig in your hands, fingers or a wide-toothed wig, shape your hair into the desired shape by straightening the hair strands.

STEP 3. Let your hair dry by wearing the wig over or over any suitable object, such as a can of hairspray.

STEP 4 Gather your hair and secure it with bobby pins at the top of your head. If your hair is long, then it must be evenly distributed over the head and secured at a sufficient distance from the line of your hair. A convenient means of additional fixation of your hair can be a special one.

STEP 5. Place the front edge of the wig on the front of your hairline and press it down. Pull the wig over your head, pulling the back of the wig towards the back of your head. Check the position of the wig so that its front edge is exactly on the front line of your hair.

STEP 6. After you have put on the wig, it must be finally trimmed. There are special pads on the right and left sides of the wig, placing them exactly at the temples, you can properly align the wig. Sometimes, people don't wear the wig all the way down the back and pull it down a lot in the front, or put the wig on the top of their head like a hat, which can look very clumsy.

If the wig is too tight or too loose, adjust the size on the inside with the straps.

Good to know:

Indeed, why is such an outlandish item needed by a modern woman who does not have any problems with her hair? Let's tell you a little secret: you don't need to be bald at all in order to buy a nice little wig.

Let's take an example: you want to become a blonde for a while. It would seem that it is easier - you just need to repaint. Well, what if you have a very beautiful hair color and you don’t want to restore it later?

In this case, the wig is exactly what you need. You can be a blonde, and a redhead, and even a fatal brunette. And all this without harm to health!

Applications

It will also come in handy for themed parties. For example, you want to be in the image of Marilyn Monroe. But you also have long hair. You will not cut them off for the sake of one evening. But with the help of artificial hair, it will not be difficult to solve this problem: you will stay in the image, and the curls will remain safe and sound.

Interestingly, in recent years, the popularity of artificial hair has increased significantly. Perhaps this is due to the fact that many world-famous fashion designers use them in their shows in order to emphasize the merits of each outfit. Or maybe people just have become easier to relate to life and do not want to spend a lot of time visiting beauty salons.

In general, if you want to be different every day, then you can safely resort to artificial hair. They will not only give you the opportunity to change in a few minutes, but also help you choose the perfect look for you. So - keep it up!

What are women's wigs made from?

This question interests any woman who decides to try on a wig. Back in the fifties, such false hair was made using plant fibers. If you look in your grandmother's chests, then perhaps you will find similar products made from flax, seaweed, tow, and even corn.

Well, then the merry sixties came, and artificial hair began to be made from nylon threads, acrylic or vinyl. Such false curls must necessarily shine, which is what distinguished their owner from the crowd. Moreover, what only colors could be found on the street: blue, green, and orange!

Human hair wigs are now very popular. Of course, they are quite expensive, and it is quite difficult to care for them, but until you take them off your head, no one will guess that this is not your natural hair.

But if you lead an active lifestyle, then it is better for you to choose artificial wigs. They are much easier to care for, and they need to be washed much less often.

One of the most important advantages is the ability to change your image the way you want. When buying wigs, you automatically have a chance to have straight or curly hair, long or short.

Yes, hairstyles can vary. For example, you decide to spend the evening in the company of Goths. Well, you won't go from ash blonde to black. But a wig with an extreme haircut is the very thing.

Chignons

Speaking of wigs, don't forget about hairpieces. Often they are used by men after they have bald patches. The base is selected according to the size of the bald head. Then it is glued with special strips to problem areas.

Why glue, you ask? And to make people feel more confident. After all, if you know for sure that your hairpiece will not fall off at the most inopportune moment, you will eventually lose all complexes related to hair problems.

Women also do not neglect false hair: hairpieces help to instantly change the length or color of the hair, or to make an attractive hairstyle.

For hairpieces, natural human hair is usually used. Although sometimes you can find overlays made of animal hair. In any case, the chignon must be selected so that it does not differ at all in color and texture from your hair.

Attention! You should not walk with a chignon in direct sunlight, otherwise it will burn out and be noticeable even from afar.

Natural wigs and hairpieces look better than artificial ones, but there are a few basic rules for caring for them.:

• After you take off your wig, you need to fold it very carefully. It is advisable to use a special stand. Then the hair will not break, and will retain its original appearance for a long time;
• Periodically, it is desirable to ventilate overhead curls. To do this, you just need to take them out into the air and leave them there for a while;
• Any false hair, whether natural or artificial, needs to be washed periodically. This should be done very carefully, on weight and only under warm water. While washing, apply a little of your shampoo and then gently rinse it off. The main catch is to wash the wig without messing up the hair.

How to choose a wig

All modern wigs are shaped like a head, which ensures a snug fit to the scalp. That is why it is worth paying special attention to the structure of the base when buying. The base should be sewn from separate ribbons. Only in this way you will not suffer from excessive sweating of the head with the constant wear of the wig.

If you choose a wig with a parting, then you should pay attention to the presence of a special leather strip along its line. Be careful that the color of this strip does not differ from the color of your skin. Otherwise you will look funny.

Today, there are also wigs with a structure that is somewhat reminiscent of cells. They are mainly used to increase the volume of their hair. The procedure is simple: separate curls are pulled through the cells, which allows you to create the effect of a very thick hair. The main thing is to make sure that everything is evenly distributed between the cells.

When choosing, carefully monitor whether the hair is firmly glued to the base. Because if they fall off right in your hands, then you definitely shouldn’t buy such a wig. You will throw it away after a few fittings. And given the significant cost of such products, spending money on a low-quality product is very stupid.

How to make a wig with your own hands

Before proceeding with the manufacture of false hair, you need to be patient, since such work is very painstaking, and the product does not always work out the first time. For the manufacture, you will need special artificial hair, a mesh cap, acrylic threads and any object that resembles a head in shape.

Before you start creating your artificial hair, decide how long the hair will be. Perhaps you should even think about a future hairstyle, because, for example, a hair length just below the shoulders is not suitable for a beautiful braid.

With the help of threads, you need to tie individual strands to the grid. If you are familiar with the technique of crocheting fringe, then you will not have problems in the manufacturing process. And if you don’t have such experience, then use the Internet.

On numerous sites you can find a huge number of videos that clearly and clearly demonstrate what, why and how to do it.

Do not forget about the density of false hair. If you overdo it, you will look ridiculous. So you need to make a wig carefully, taking into account everything, even the most insignificant details. But remember that any undertaking may be more difficult than it seemed to you at the very beginning. But do not despair. The main thing is to try and then you will succeed.