The document discusses different types of wigs including human hair wigs, synthetic wigs, and blended wigs. It covers various cap styles like standard weft, skin top, lace front, and monofilament. The document provides guidance on choosing wig color and styling wigs. It explains the advantages of synthetic wigs like ease of care and lower price compared to human hair wigs which require more maintenance but last longer.

1. Why women wear Wigs?
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2. Why Wigs?
• Medical Needs ie., alopecia, chemotherapy
– Religious Observance
– Just For Fun trends,change in look

3. Average Wig Cap size
• Wigs which are designed for a the
average person with a head size of 21½
to 23½ inches. Most wigs on the market
have this cap size and it works for most
everyone. However your head size may
be smaller, petite, ultra petite, children's or
larger.

4. Cranial Prosthesis
• A "Cranial Hair Prosthesis" is medical
insurance jargon (used on insurance
forms) for a hair system for those suffering
from hair loss due to medical conditions. It
is essentially a high quality wig.

5. Insurance Issues
• If you need to wear a wig because of medical
reasons like Alopecia and cancer-related therapy
that the "wig" should be called a "cranial hair
prosthesis" for insurance purposes?
• If you file an insurance claim for reimbursement for a
"wig" instead of a "cranial hair prosthesis" you will
very likely be turned down?
• Most insurance companies cover between 80 to
100% of a cranial prosthesis?
Insurance Companies are realizing your cranial hair
prosthesis are more and more a necessity for those
recovering from Alopecia and cancer treatments.

6. Filing for Prosthesis
• Follow some simple guidelines to assure coverage, when it is
available through your insurance company.
• When receiving your hair prosthesis, have your stylist complete an
invoice for a "cranial hair prosthesis" NOT a wig and use the
following guidelines for filing an insurance claim.
• Check the benefits of your insurance. There should be a section under
"covered expenses" relating to prostheses, prosthetic devices or
medical durable equipment. Most companies don't spell out
exclusions so pay attention to the actual coverage. this will help your
case.
• Make sure to complete the insurance form and have it signed by your
physician.
• Request that your physician write a "prescription" for a "full cranial
prosthesis" (not a wig) and a letter explaining hair loss and its effects.
That it isn't just for cosmetic reasons but for emotional well-being as
well.
• Keep copies of your sales or invoices for your cranial prosthesis.
(Portions of unpaid items by insurance are tax deductible.)
• Enclose a letter to the insurance company stating the necessity of a
prosthesis.

7. Before Starting Treatment
• Take photos of your current hair style.
• Visit a Wig Store to get and idea of what is
available
• Talk with your hair stylist about any
referrals to wig salons
• Make an appointment at a wig salon or
store

8. Advantages of Synthetic Wigs
• A synthetic wig also has several advantages:
• ease of care - the wig keeps its style after being
washed
• lower price

9. Synthetic wigs
• Although you can find hundreds of synthetic wigs styles, not all synthetic fibers
are created equally. (You get what you pay for)
• 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.

10. Personal Thoughts
•
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

11. Disadvantages:
• A human hair wig needs to be styled after
every wash
A human hair wig is expensive

12. Standard Weft
• A Standard Weft is the basic cap style for
wigs. It involves hair stitched into a string
mesh. A Standard Weft is generally the
simplest cap type and therefore the least
expensive

13. Skin Top
• A Skin Top cap is designed with a colored
base to give the illusion of your own scalp
directly under the wig. This is especially
useful with hair styles which expose the
scalp such as parts.

14. Lace Front-
• lace with most natural looking hairline
newest technology

15. Monofilament
• A monofilament cap is designed to make
the wig look as if it is growing from your
own head. This design makes it especially
good for individuals with little or no hair on
the crown of their head.

16. • Hand Tied
• Hand Tied caps are made by carefully
stitching each hair strand to the cap by
hand. This meticulous design produces a
lighter wig with better ventilation than a
standard weft. Wigs with this type of cap
can be parted and combed more naturally

18. Capless
• A capless style cap uses a Honey Comb
construction. This unique design has
several benefits including: better
ventilation (more cool air can reach your
scalp), better simulates natural hair
growth, more comfortable and secure fit;
and you can integrate your own hair (pull
your own hair through the holes mixing
your own natural hair with the wig).

19. Caps
• Wigs are available with several different
types of caps. The hair of the wig is
attached to the cap using several different
techniques. Each cap type has its own
advantages. Read on for information on
the different types.

20. Hair Types
• Wigs are available in three different types
of hair.
• Human
• Synthetic
• Human and synthetic blends

21. Human Hair
• 100% natural human hair. Care of a
human hair wig is similar to that of your
own hair. It can be styled, blow-dried,
curled, straightened and more. Just as
with human hair, once a human hair wig is
washed, it will usually need to be re-
styled.
• Human-hair wigs are generally more
expensive than synthetic.

22. Synthetic Hair
• Synthetic hair wigs vary slightly from company to
company. The fibers are designed to closely
match the texture and consistency of natural
human hair. Synthetic-hair wigs are generally
less expensive than human-hair wigs.
IMPORTANT: No heat can be applied to
synthetic hair wigs as this will damage the fibers.
This includes curling irons and blow-driers.
Heated steam curlers can be used, but only at a
lower setting

23. Synthetic hair wigs
• Synthetic hair wigs vary slightly from company to
company. The fibers are designed to closely
match the texture and consistency of natural
human hair. Synthetic-hair wigs are generally
less expensive than human-hair wigs.
IMPORTANT: No heat can be applied to
synthetic hair wigs as this will damage the fibers.
This includes curling irons and blow-driers.
Heated steam curlers can be used, but only at a
lower setting.

24. Styling Your Wig
• After shaking out the wig, always tuck all
of the hair behind your ears.
• Bring forward only as much as you need
to make the wig look natural.
• You may want to have your hair dresser
trim the bangs to suit your face and thin
the wig a little to make it look more
natural.
• On shorter wigs, use a brush as little as
possible. Instead, use your fingers

25. 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 be styled and dyed, just
like your own hair

26. Synthetic or Human Hair Wig
• How to Make the Right Choice
• There are two types of wig material –
• synthetic fiber and real human hair and 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.

27. Choosing a Color
• The choice of color is a personal one, but there are a few
general rules:
• If you have black hair, choose darkest brown for a more
natural look.
• Another rule is that, as we age, a lighter color is more
flattering.
• So if you're a brunette and going grey, consider choosing
a wig in a lighter shade of brown, possibly with
highlights, which give a softer, more natural look.
• Now is your chance to experiment with color without
subjecting yourself to a long, expensive dye job in a
salon.
• Try a wig in a new color instead and you may be very
pleased with the compliments you receive.

28. • No More "Bad Hair Days!"
While the thought of losing one's hair may be frightening,
many women enjoy trying styles and colors in a wig they
would never have dared to try with their own hair. Some
women buy more than one synthetic wig and change
wigs to suit their mood. The wigs always look good and
they require almost no effort. There are no more bad hair
days. In fact, quite a few women continue to wear their
wigs long after their hair has grown back, especially
when they're in a hurry and don't have time to get to the
hair dresser. You may be one of them.

30. Putting on Your Wig
• Remove the hair net it comes in, and shake out the wig.
If you wear glasses, remove them. Holding the wig at the
sides, with the woven label in the back, place it at the
middle of your forehead and slide it on from front to
back. Then adjust the top front of the wig's cap so that
it's is on your natural hairline. The wig won't look natural
if it's pulled too far down in front and it should never be
placed over your ears. The ear tabs should be even and
slightly in front of your ears. Push the wire in the tabs
towards your face to make the wig lie flat against your
head. If the wig slides up, you need a larger size. If it's
too big, roll it up once it's on your head to adjust the back
tabs.