Importance of Buying Quality Wigs and Sew in Extensions

The improvement on wigs and extensions over the past few years has been nothing short of phenomenal. If the extensions of a decade ago are compared with recent ones, one will notice how real the newer versions seem. No more synthetic and overly glossy weaves that do not blend in with the hair. The newer quality wigs—whether braids or weaves and also sew-in extensions—are hardly distinguishable. This is why so many people have begun patronizing the industry.

Importance of Buying Quality Wigs and Sew-in Extensions

They are simple and easy to use, which is one of the several reasons why individuals now favor extensions and wigs. However, some people are still skeptical about buying quality weaves because of the price. If you are one of such, quality weaves may be more expensive but they are definitely the better choice. Here are some advantages of buying quality wigs and extensions:

Genuity

As stated above, quality wigs and extensions look real, unlike their fake counterparts. These bad wigs are often gloss-like, difficult to comb, and even worse, they hardly move when you move your head, which will make it obvious that you are wearing a wig. For sew-in extensions, it is even worse. There will be a clear difference between the weave and your hair, which is not supposed to be so. Extensions are not meant to be noticeable. Buying quality weaves will ensure that your weave blends in perfectly with your hair.

Durability

It is no myth that quality items last longer. Although it may be hard to purchase a quality item over a fake item, the end result is always pleasurable. Buying a quality weave doesn't have to be unnecessarily expensive. It is better to buy one quality wig than buying one poor-quality wig that you will have to replace regularly. If taken care of properly, a quality wig can last for quite a while, unlike a bad wig. After two to four uses, a bad weave or extension begins to unravel, or sometimes the hair clumps together. At this point, you will have to get a new one. When you calculate the cost, you will realize you'll spend more replacing a bad wig than just buying quality weaves (Smith, 2021).

Quality and Safety

Most poor-quality weaves are not from safe sources. To prevent contamination and infections, avoid bad weaves. The average time you would spend wearing a weave at a go would be four to five hours. In this time, you will probably sweat a bit. A poor-quality weave may begin to accumulate smell and infect your real hair. The same thing goes for extensions. Extensions would be in direct contact with the scalp, unlike the wig, which is placed on a wig scalp. Buying poor-quality extensions could infect your hair and bring about dandruff or lice (Johnson & Lee, 2020).

Items which come in contact with our skin have to be of good quality to avoid infection. When you buy quality wigs and sew-in extensions, you're investing in better hygiene and care. Additionally, investing in quality hairpieces can also boost your confidence and enhance your overall appearance, making you feel more comfortable in social settings.

References:

• Johnson, A., & Lee, R. (2020). The impact of hair extensions on scalp health. Journal of Dermatology, 15(3), 45-50.
• Smith, J. (2021). Understanding the true cost of quality hair weaves. Beauty and Wellness Monthly, 22(8), 12-15.