Wig Construction

Different Wig Construction types Explained

There are several different constructions methods for wigs and each has its own advantages.

Traditional Cap: The most common style found, this cap has a lace piece inside the cap under the crown area, which provides comfort to the wearer. This wig will often have a Skin like piece in the part area, which the hair is attached to so that when looking down on the part area it creates the illusion that you are looking at the wearer’s own scalp. The rear of the wig is made up of Machined wefts which allow for goo airflow and although this style can be a little heavier it is quite durable an full at the crown area. This style is often described or referred to as a Skin Top Part. Often found in Mens Wigs and Women's Wigs.

Capless: Also a very popular construction method, a capless wig can be a more affordable due to the simpler construction. It also has open machined wefts in the rear of the wig, which makes the wig both light and cool to wear. The hair in the crown area is often teased a little to help hide the wefting and this also gives the appearance of a good volume of hair in that area. Often Mens Synthetic Hair Wigs use this method.

Monofillament Cap
Mono Top: This construction style uses a very light and translucent mesh in the crown area, which the hair is tied to. This gives a very realistic appearance, as the mesh is practically invisible so the wearer’s own scalp is visible in the part area while being worn. Mono top wigs are very versatile as the hair can be parted as needed in the Monofillament area (referred to as free style
Hand Tied:Mens Human Wigs available with this construction as well as Ladies Human Hair Wigs.

Lace Front: As the name suggests the hair in the crown and hairline area is attached to a fine lace. This style requires some knowledge or a professional to cut the lace to fit the wearer. The lace area is often attached using a strong glue. This method is free styling and in the crown area like the Full Mono Top and Hand Tied wigs however the delicate nature of the lace makes it more difficult to maintain. This method is also more expensive due to the labour involved in its construction and is not as durable as other methods. You will find many Ladies Human Hair Wigs with this construction.

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