Does anyone where a human hair wig??

[HighlandSpring101]

If so, where did you get it from please?

After years of extensions, I’m considering getting a very good, realistic wig (like the one celebs wear) for nights out etc.

I can’t seem to find any companies or anything that do them (reputable ones I mean)

[Endorphins]

Following as I’m also considering this!

[Tabithha]

Yes I do. Check out freedom couture. They’re based in Australia and have great quality wigs. However they’re pricy. It’s cheaper to buy decent virgin/remy bundles And a frontal/closure and have them made into a wig for you. That way you can probably have about three custom made ones for the price of one freedom couture one. Alipearl and unice have great quality hair

[KellyHall]

Maybe ask MN to change your title to either "wear" a wig, or "where" to find one.

[HighlandSpring101]

Oh god yes, one glass of Prosecco down and grammar and spelling go out the window 🙈

[GunungBatur]

Is there a reason why you wouldn't just grow your hair higlandspring? (And endorphins)

Tabitha I'm assuming you have a health condition that affects your hair, as you're obviously an expert!

[LadyDoc1]

Where would a reputable company get human hair from?

[GunungBatur]

They buy it from teenagers/young women in eastern Europe mainly, and Asia. Also, the little princess trust has a lot of hair donated and they give that to companies as payment for wigs.

[HighlandSpring101]

My hair is long but it’s just so thin, I use extensions for thickness. I’m never going to change the volume of my hair. Also, extensions are damaging my hair and making it thinner I think so if I could wear a wig for nights out for a couple of years (I don’t style my hair during the week it’s just at weekends when I have social plans) it might help my own hair recover

[Tabithha]

No @GunungBatur I don’t have a health condition I enjoy wearing wigs as do many others without health conditions. I’ve been wearing them for years

[GunungBatur]

Ah, I see. Really bad news that the extensions cause so much damage.

[Tabithha]

@HighlandSpring101if your hair is thin I definitely recxonens Jamaican black castor oil. My hair is unbelievably thick now. So much so my hairdresser sighs when she sees me because it’s a lot of work! Use it as a hot oil treatment as it’s very thick and heavy. I’d also stop the extensions soonish as you may develop traction alopecia

[BarbiesWorld]

I've worn everything going over the years and have found making my own much easier and better. Hand tying them is a lot easier than you would think, just really time consuming.

As a pp said just get a couple of bundles, a closure and a decent wig cap. I prefer ear to ear closures. It works out loads cheaping making your own

[Tabithha]

Sorry that should say recommend!

[GunungBatur]

Why the ? I had no idea. What is it you like about wearing wigs? Just to change the style? Or the colour?
I have friends that wear them for religious reasons too rather than fashion.

[Tabithha]

@GunungBatur apologies I thought you were making a dig! I have very thick hair and it’s tiring having to style it on a daily basis. So I have two simple braids and I wear a wig over it. I love being able to have different styles. I can have a bob one day, 22 inches the next. Or I can have black hair on Monday and be a brunette on Tuesday. They offer a lot of versatility and it gives your natural hair a chance to relax

[HighlandSpring101]

Wow @Tabithha just checked out the cost of those wigs I was prepared to go up to about £500 for a decent one, not sure I could afford £1.5k at the moment (or whatever it is converted) I’ll definitely be keeping an eye on that website though. I might just save up for 6 months or something as they look such good quality!

[Tabithha]

I used to make my own. There are countless tutorials on YouTube. It takes a good four hours but worth it if you want to save money. I now pay a woman £70 to custom make them for me

[cantthinkofanythingwitty]

Tabitha which black castor oil do you use?

[Tabithha]

@HighlandSpring101the quality is amazing! However my custom wigs are just as good. As long as your bundles/frontal is good quality then you’re good to go. I don’t think I’d ever spend that much on a wig again tbh. RPG show also have pre made wigs for about £500 so check them out

[Tabithha]

@cantthinkofanythingwitty I use this one but any brand will do as long as it’s pure black castor oil. The white one doesn’t give great results

[HighlandSpring101]

Literally ordering that castor oil now 🙈 Thank you so much for your help, I’ll check out the other wig company too

[Elieza]

Great post. My hair is thinner than it was too (my age) and I’ve been thinking the same thing, although I’ve more been thinking just a good synthetic wig as I can’t afford real hair.
Anyone got any recommendations for that?

[Endorphins]

I have a hair system as I have alopecia, but with salons shut for the foreseeable I need an urgent alternative!

[Tabithha]

@HighlandSpring101 you’re welcome and good luck!

[Tabithha]

@Elieza check out the Afro Caribbean hair shops for a good synthetic wig. You can try them on and see what’s a good fit. I imagine they’re closed now but I’ve heard amazon have a few so it might be worth looking on there too?