How to Personalize a Wig

Wigs can be personalized in many different ways to make the people wearing them feel more comfortable in the wig. Whether you're a chemo patient or just want to give your own hair a break from over-styling, wigs can offer you many different looks and alternatives. Choosing how to personalize yours can give you an updated look. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

    • 1

      Work with a wig professional to get the correct fit for your wig. A personalized wig that looks like your own hair won't do you much good if the wig is uncomfortable and you don't ever wear it. A professional will give the correct measurements to ensure a proper fit.

    • 2

      Choose a wig that is close to your own hair color. If you like the style that you wear with your own hair, you can also look for a wig that is similar in style. Keep in mind that your hair color should compliment your skin and other features. As with dying your hair, some color changes require different makeup or changing your eyebrow color.

    • 3

      Thin the wig. Most wigs come with 10 to 30 percent more hair than a normal head of hair. Thinning the wig can help you get a look that is closest to your normal hair thickness, which looks more normal to those around you.

    • 4

      Style the hair. Have a wig professional style the wig into the look that you want. This will help make the wig yours, and you can either go with your regular style or update it a bit for a new look.

    • 5

      Add extensions or hair clips to your wig for fun holiday or special occasion looks. You may choose to add a highlighted piece or extra length. Your wig professional can help you select the right products to add that extra personal touch to a special occasion.

Tips & Warnings

  • Take care when using hair styling products on your wig. Make sure that the product is recommended for use with the wig type (synthetic or human hair) and remember that a human hair wig can also suffer from split ends and other damage.

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