Wig Or Own Hair

[Guest Angelgrlsue]

Hi everyone. I have grown my hair out pretty long now, the only exception is the top of my head has become very thin and you can see the bald spots. Have been styling my hair so that I have bangs to cover my forehead and brows, I have a very masculine forehead and brows, you can probably see it in my profile picture. This Tuesday I may be going to a wig store to purchase a synthetic wig. How unconfortable are wigs? Do they get really hot when you wear them? I will be wearing it every day. How expensive are they? The most I can afford is $60.00 on a wig.

Hugs,

Susan

[Guest DanielleD]

Hi Susan. Wigs can be a little more complicated than u think. Easy answers first- Are they hot, basic answer is yes, depending on the thickness of they hair and if you are wearing it over a head full of real hair. I wear them because I have very little hair on my head. That being said, I am not full time. Wigs are not maintenance free, you have to wash them and use a specific type of wig brush on them if you want them to last. They also come in different sizes. A wig brush isn't that expensive, but most regular hair brushes will damage a wig. Wigs should not be an impulse buy either, think carefully about what style/color/length you want. There are many internet sales sites for wigs, but a better choice for a good quality wig would be a wig store that is friendly towards transgender persons. They should be able to help you. Expensive doesn't mean that on you it will look the same as on an advertisement photo. My bottom line opinion would be go to a good wig salon, think carefully what you want, don't buy on impulse, and prices can vary greatly. In case you didn't notice, I have a tendency to ramble so I hope what I wrote helps.

Have a Fabulous Day!!

Danielle:)

[Carolyn Marie]

Susan, I wear a wig full time, and agree with Danielle. They can get hot when you're out in the sun. That's one reason I went from a shoulder length first wig to my current short bob style. It's a lot more comfy.

You can find wigs for around $60, but better quality will run you $100 or more. Natural hair will be a lot more than that. But you can find really nice synthetic wigs. People tell me constantly that mine looks and feels like real hair. It even has highlights. You need wig shampoo and a Styrofoam head ($5) too.

Since you're in So. California, I highly recommend Hollywood Wigs, on Hollywood Blvd. between Wilcox and Schrader. Very trans friendly, extremely professional and helpful staff, and a great selection. Tell them Carolyn sent you. Good luck!

Carolyn Marie

[Guest Angelgrlsue]

Did not know a wig was so much work, lol. I bought one last weekend, I did however make that mistake of buying on impulse Danielle. The first wig the owner brought out I bought since she said it suits me well. It is a long straight wig with blonde highlights with bangs. At least it has bangs, that was a requirement I mentioned to the owner. Oh well live and learn. Since I bought it I have had to put it in a pony tail most of the time, the hair on the sides just hang in my face if I do not put it up. May try Barretts to put in so I can let my hair down some days.

I will try that shop you mentioned Carolyn next time I purchase another wig.

Hugs,

Susan