Synthetic or Human Hair Wig - How to Make the Right Choice
There are two types of wig material - synthetic fiber and real human hair. Most people naturally assume that a human hair wig is necessarily better than a synthetic one, when in fact it is not that simple. The correct choice depends on what you expect from your wig, how you are going to wear it, and how much time can you can devote to caring for it.

Advantages of human hair wigs:

A human hair wig lasts longer than a synthetic one
A human hair wig is soft and feels natural, to the touch
A human hair wig can styled and dyed, just like your own hair
A human hair wig "breathes", so your scalp won't perspire as much under one

Disadvantages:

A human hair wig needs to be styled after every wash
A human hair wig is expensive

Synthetic wigs

Although you can find hundreds of synthetic wigs styles, not all synthetic fibers are created equally. For example, costume wigs for Halloween are usually made from lower quality fibers - they are cheap and look obviously like a wig. For a Halloween party this is just fine, but for every day use you want a wig that will look like it has grown on your head. Luckily for you, the modern synthetic materials, which are used in top quality designer wigs, can look very realistic.


A synthetic wig also has several advantages:

ease of care - the wig keeps its style after being washed

lower price

Disadvantages:

You can't style a synthetic wig with iron - it will burn A synthetic wig will last only a few months, if you wear it every day

I personally prefer synthetic wigs because I don't wear them every day - only when I want to look different. Also, ease of care is a very important factor for me. So if you want a wig as a fashion accessory or a way to express yourself, then I would definitely recommend getting several synthetic wigs in different colors and styles, rather than just one human hair wig for the same price. But be careful - only go for top quality, more expensive synthetic tresses, otherwise you could be disappointed with your new look.

Synthetic wigs vs. human hair wigs - cost issues

Even a medium-quality human hair wig is going to be more expensive than a synthetic one. This comes down to the availability of material. While synthetic fibers can be manufactured as required, long women's hair, of good quality, is in a limited supply. The best quality human hair, from Eastern Europe, is very rare.

The best quality synthetic wigs usually cost one or two hundred dollars. For a human hair wig the price is much higher - typically over five hundred
dollars, depending on the length. However, you can get both types of wig at discount prices from online shops that specialize in discounted wigs.
Discount wigs are not at all inferior in quality - they simply aren't the latest models. If cost is an issue, it's always better to buy a best-quality synthetic wig than a mediocre human-hair wig.

If you are still unsure about which wig to choose, though, our advice is to go for a top-quality human hair wig, if you intend it to become your new style
and wear it every day. Real hair wigs are definitely the better option for people who need a wig because of hair loss. On the other hand, choose a
synthetic wig, if your intention is to have fun with your look and change your image, once in awhile.

How to Care for a Synthetic Wig
Synthetic wigs are very easy to care for. You don't need to restyle your wig after each washing, like you would with a human-hair wig. However, it is important to point out that human-hair shampoos and other care products are unsuitable for synthetic wigs.
Even the mildest shampoo that you might use on your own hair is too strong for the synthetic fibers used in a wig. The same can be said about hair styling mousses, sprays and gels - don't attempt to use them on your synthetic wig. Instead, use shampoos, conditioners and hairsprays specially formulated for synthetic wigs. It is smart to pick a wig shampoo, conditioner and spray when you order your wig. Another thing to remember is that synthetic wigs cannot be styled with curling irons, hot rollers or blow dryers. In fact, any heat can destroy your wig, so be careful to keep it away from lamps, ovens, etc. Most synthetic wigs are already prestyled but, if you want to add a bit of personality to it, you can use a mousse that is specially formulated for synthetic wigs and style it with your fingers.

Washing synthetic wigs - step by step

A synthetic wig doesn't need to be washed
very often - after 10 or 12 wears is usually enough. Still, you might have to wash your wig more often if you use a lot of spray or mousse on it. Every washing shortens the life of your wig, so our advice is try not to use excessive styling products on it, and don't wash your wig until it looks like it needs to be washed.

1. Remove tangles with your fingers and gently brush your wig. The only exception is wigs that are very curly - don't attempt to brush them
2. Fill a basin with cool water (hot water can damage your wig), mix a little bit of synthetic wig shampoo into it and place your wig in the water. Leave it to soak for about 5 minutes.
3. Swirl your wig around in the water, but don't rub the fibers
4. Rinse your wig under running water
5. Shake excess water off your wig and spread it on a towel to dry. Alternatively, you can put it on a wig stand. If you have wig conditioner, put it on the wig and gently work it through the strands with your fingers. Remember you can't use blow dryer on a synthetic wig, so place your wig in a warm room with good ventilation and let it dry naturally.
6. Brush your wig when it is completely dry and it is ready to wear again. Again, don't brush wigs that are very curly. As you can see, caring for a synthetic wig is really easy. And having a wig or several differently styled wigs can really help you to change your look in an instant.