WIGS

SUMMARY
• WIGS HAVE BEEN IN AND OUT OF FASHION FOR 6000 YEARS.
• THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A NEED OF WIGS BECAUSE THEY ARE USED
TO CAMOUFLAGE HAIR LOSS.
• COSMETOLOGISTS MUST MASTER THE TECHNIQUES OF FITTING,
CUTTING, STYLING AND COLOURING WIGS WITH THE INTEREST
AND COMFORT OF CLIENT IN THE MIND.

Human Hair Wigs
Advantages
 More realistic in appearance.
 Greater durability
 Same styling and maintenance requirements as natural hair.
Disadvantages
 They will react to climate changes.
 Resetting is required after shampooing.
 Colour will fade with exposure to light.

Synthetic Wigs
Advantages
 They are strong and durable.
 They simulate Protein-rich hair.
 Most synthetic wigs come ready to wear.
 Unlimited range of colour is available.
 Colours will not face when it is exposed to light.
Disadvantages
 They cannot be exposed to extreme heat.
 Colouring is not recommended.
 Sometime synthetic wigs will not look natural.

Taking wig measurements
 Measure circumference of the head.
 Measure from hairline at middle of forehead over top to nape of
neck.
 Measure from ear to ear over top of head.
 Place tape across crown and measure from temple to temple.
 Measure width of napelline, across nape of neck.

Putting on the Wig
 Educate the client on the correct method foe putting on the wig.
 Hold front of wig against the forehead. Slide wig back onto head.
 Hold edge in front of ears and pull down.
 Tighten by adjusting the elastic and hooks at the nape.
 Use pins to lock wigs into the place.

Cutting the Wig
 Place the wig on the block for cutting.
 Comb-out and finishing should be done on the clients head.
 Free from cutting on the dry hair is recommended for wigs.

Styling the Wig
 Use low heat when styling.
 Handle the hair gently.
 Use soft bristles brush.
 Use products for colour-treated hair.

Thank you

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 Branch 1:
No.14/1, Ruddrappa Compound, H.Siddiah Road, Bangalore – 560002
 Branch 2:
No.22, Acj Pride Bhel Layout, Bannergatta Road, Bangalore - 560041
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