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How to Buy and Maintain a Wig
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You've decided that you would like to (or need to) buy a wig. Here are some practical tips on how to measure for, buy and care for your wig. Let's start with measuring for the right wig size.
Before you measure, make sure to flatten your hair. This will help take into consideration the fact that you will probably be wearing a mesh wig cap liner beneath your wig for a more comfortable and secure fit. Use a cloth measuring tape, making sure not to pull the tape measure too tight. Just rest the tape over or around your head. Pulling the tape measure too tight will stretch the tape and will not give you an accurate measurement. While it is important to get an accurate measurement to determine your wig cap size, keep in mind that most wigs have tabs which allow up to one inch of adjustment for a more secure fit.
Here are 3 simple steps to measure your head in order to determine your wig cap size:
- Measure Around Your Head: Measure the total distance around your head starting at your natural hairline in the front to just above your ears. Measure around the back to the bend of your neck and to the front of your head.
- Measure Front to Back: Bend your head back. Then measure from your natural hairline in the front of your forehead, back over the crown to the bend where your head meets the top of your neck.
- Measure Ear to Ear: Measure at the top front of one ear, bring the tape measure up and over the crown of your head to the same position on your other ear.
The 3 measurements listed above will determine the circumference, the depth and width of your wig cap and allow you to choose your correct size.
The following sizes should be used as a guide only, as cap sizes may vary by manufacturer. 
- Head Size - Child: (19" Around the Head) (12" Front to Back) (12" Ear to Ear).
- Head Size - Petite: (21" Around the Head) (13 ¼" Front to Back) (13" Ear to Ear).
- Head Size - Petite/Average: (21.5" Around the Head) (13 3/4" Front to Back) (13 1/4"Ear to Ear).
- Head Size Average: (22" Around the Head) (14 1/4" Front to Back) (13 1/4" Ear to Ear).
- Head Size Average/Large: (22.5" Around the Head) (14 3/4" Front to Back) (13 3/4" Ear to Ear).
- Head Size Large: (23" Around the Head) (15 1/4" Front to Back) (14" Ear to Ear).
How To Put Your Wig On
- Take the wig out of the box, shake it gently to loosen fibers.
- Find the front and the back of wig (remember the label goes in back).
- Brush your own hair back, securing any longer pieces with a hair pin and place a wig cap over your head.
- Grasp the wig at the top and slip it over your head from hairline to back.
- Adjust wig so that the edges meet with your own natural hairline.
- The wig should feel secure but no too tight. If necessary, adjust the back elastic straps with hooks toward the inner label for tightening, and away from the label if you need to loosen it.
- Style as you would your own hair, keeping in mind to be gentle with the hair. Most wigs will require some cutting and styling to accommodate your own personal style. Select a professional wig stylist who can help you achieve your look and teach you how to use various approved wig care products. Remember, when styling the wig, it is best to snip off too little than too much as it will not grow back.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Susan Rupar is founder and SEO of The HeadShop Wigs, an online wig resource. Through The HeadShop Wigs, Susan also offers local Personalized Wig Consultation Services to women who have experienced hair loss due to Chemotherapy, Trichotillomania(hair pulling),and Alopecia, as well as women would simply like to change their look for fashion or other personal reasons, in their home, office, or hospital room. The HeadShop Wigs Personalized Wig Consultation Services is a discreet and practical service, dedicated to protecting your privacy and helping you feel more confident about yourself again.
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Last Modified: Saturday, 11-Oct-2008 10:12:05 EDT
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