Did you know that hairpieces or wigs were used several centuries ago? These wigs are not only used as an accessory to beautify oneself, but it serves several functions in society. To know more about wigs and its variety of uses, read this article below.

Like caps, hair pieces are used to mask a person’s head. Wigs are found in all shapes and sizes, from straight to curly, short to lengthy and in different selection of shades and textures.

The different uses of wigs:

Hairpieces are worn to cover up balding head or thinning of the hair. People who have alopecia or bald head use wigs not only to hide their head but also to boost their self esteem and their self-confidence.

During the old English days, white wigs signify power and strength because these are used by judges and lawyers. They use hairpieces not for anything else but as part of their official functions.

Ancient Egyptians used wigs not only as fashion statement but also to protect their head from extreme rays of the sun.

In the entertainment industry, hairpieces are worn by actors and actresses to show the diverse skills they have and to effective perform their role.

At present, wigs become a vital fashion add-on not only for celebrities but also for ordinary individuals. Women use hair pieces because it enables them to transform themselves from uninteresting dark-haired lad to blond bombshells. Women who have short hairs wear lengthier wigs whenever they like.

History:

Did you know that it was Italy’s Louis XIII and England’s Charles II who spearheaded the use of wigs as fashion statement. Because of the scarcity of materials for hairpieces from the olden days, they used animal hairs in producing wigs.

The two types of wigs:

Human hair wig – It is more expensive than synthetic hairpiece because it is made from pure human hair and can be style in different ways.

Synthetic hair wig – It is less expensive because these hairpieces are made from synthetic or artificial materials. They consist of synthetic fiber of wefts of hair sewn together to create a base cap. Some of them have skin like crown to give a natural appearance.

How to use or wear the wig:

Before wearing the hairpiece, be sure to brush it to remove knots and tangles.

Before you put it on your head, be sure to pull the adjustable straps snugly to accommodate your head.

Make sure that the straps are hidden at the back of the wig. Adjust the cap to cover the wig’s cap and to perfectly fit on your head. Be sure that the ear tabs are evenly placed on top of your ears.

Put some pins on both sides of the wig onto your hair.

After placing the hairpiece on your head, brush it again and style it according to your preference. You can have a ponytail, put a hair band around it or press it down to form a bun.

Now that you know the different types of wigs and how to use them, you can now choose which one suits you best and wear them in different occasions.

Author Bio: Todd James E. Wertz enjoys writing for Mycostumewigs.com which sells costume wigs and elvis wigs as well as a host of additional products.

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