WIG CHALLENGE 2008

[talata]

Thanks y'all. I'm glad they turned out so great. Getting so many compliments for them too.


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[MindTwister]

Anyone knows of a good beauty supply with nice weaves in MD (Montgomery/PG counties)/DC?
I'd love to give wigs a try

 

[katote]

What do you think of this Rihanna style wig? I wish I could see the back.

 

[mezzogirl]

My wig cap is the same material as stockings...so I don't know if thats considered a drying material like cotton???.....erplexed

I have never worn a wig on a continuous basis but I got the following info from the C&W method.

Wigs can be worn to protect the hair while growing. In the past when a person's hair grows out using a wig, there were down falls, either the hairline was fading or there were skin rashes around the hairline. To avoid this, wear a wig liner that is made for such a problem. Make sure your wig is a net wig that allows your scalp to breathe. A moist scalp under a wig or hat can cause premature balding and scalp fungus.
A wig can also be used for a no contact hairstyle during the growing stages.

Nylon and cotton wig caps can ruin your new growth and hair. A wig liner such as a comfy grip worn alone under a wig will give more protection of your actual hair than a nylon or cotton wig cap. Wig liners that are nylon or cotton should not be worn regularly when using a wig to grow your hair. The comfy grip wig liner is a therapeutic headband filled with a medically approved gel. It reduces shear forces of the wig on the skin and distributes the weight of the wig evenly, also prevents pressure sores.
Nylon and cotton wig caps can ruin your new growth and hair. A wig liner such as a cf grip worn alone under a wig will give more protection of your actual hair than a nylon or cotton wig cap. Wig liners that are nylon or cotton should not be worn regularly when using a wig to grow your hair. The comfy grip wig liner is a therapeutic headband filled with a medically approved gel. It reduces shear forces of the wig on the skin and distributes the weight of the wig evenly, also prevents pressure sores.

 

[Christa438]

OOOOK, so my wigs finally arrived and I love them. They turned out looking better on me than I feared.

Photos here:

First one

Second one

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Pretty...Fierce! I like the bang in the first and I like the style of the second too.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

Toooooo cute..... Loves it.

I need a wig like that b/c once i start wearing my own hair i dont want to shock the world..... coming from long to short within 2 point 2seconds.

That's my same theory with my lace fronts. I was all Bey up'ed with the two toned highlight colors, 22" long layers, extra diva'ish... I just recently switched to an 18" stretched 1B / 2, curly curly, it's just shy of a kinky curly. This is much closer to how my natural hair looks in terms of color and texture and eventually length.

 

[CurliDiva]

Hello ladies!

I know the temps are rising .............and I know none of my LHCF sistas would be caught outside like this..................but please BLEND (GEL DOWN, STRAIGHTEN, TIE UP) your hairline if you are wearing a hafl wig or weave in a different texture or color than you real hair!

I literally saw 5 heads this morning during my commute with 3c-ish hair hanging below hairline and tops of head that were different color, extremely differnt texture, uncombed and/or just plain nappy.

THIS IS NOT A GOOD LOOK ON ANYONE!

I'm sure I'm not the anyone seeing this trend? Please share!

If your real hair won't blend.....just buy a FULL wig!

 

[MA2010]

Oh please count me in !!!

One question though.....do clip in tracks count????

 

[CurliDiva]

Oh please count me in !!!

One question though.....do clip in tracks count????

Welcome Manushka!

Yes clip-in tracks counts as long as most of your hair is covered or protected.

Good luck, CD

 

[MA2010]

These wigs complement you very nicely!!! You look FIERCE!!!!

Pretty...Fierce! I like the bang in the first and I like the style of the second too.

 

[CurliDiva]

Hey ladies,

Does anyone have some STAYING COOL tips for wig-wearing in the summertime?

I've been wearing my wig in a bun all week, because I felt too hot.

 

[MJ]

Hey ladies,

Does anyone have some STAYING COOL tips for wig-wearing in the summertime?

I've been wearing my wig in a bun all week, because I felt too hot.

I wear a nape length wig. It never gets hot .

 

[princcessnadia]

Hello ladies!

I know the temps are rising .............and I know none of my LHCF sistas would be caught outside like this..................but please BLEND (GEL DOWN, STRAIGHTEN, TIE UP) your hairline if you are wearing a hafl wig or weave in a different texture or color than you real hair!

I literally saw 5 heads this morning during my commute with 3c-ish hair hanging below hairline and tops of head that were different color, extremely differnt texture, uncombed and/or just plain nappy.

THIS IS NOT A GOOD LOOK ON ANYONE!

I'm sure I'm not the anyone seeing this trend? Please share!

If your real hair won't blend.....just buy a FULL wig!

Amen!!

 

[Ms Lala]

CAn I join, I didn't realize there was a wig challenge and I just decided to start doing this. I am also in twisting for growth challenge and I am wearing 2 strand twists under my half wig.
BTW I just posted a thread but I am looking for a good place to buy wigs in the DC Metro or PG County area. I have a big head and I need to try things on. I just bought a wig that is supposed to be a full cap and it looks like a half on my head. I may end up selling it because it doesn't blend w/my hair.

 

[CurliDiva]

CAn I join, I didn't realize there was a wig challenge and I just decided to start doing this. I am also in twisting for growth challenge and I am wearing 2 strand twists under my half wig.
BTW I just posted a thread but I am looking for a good place to buy wigs in the DC Metro or PG County area. I have a big head and I need to try things on. I just bought a wig that is supposed to be a full cap and it looks like a half on my head. I may end up selling it because it doesn't blend w/my hair.

Welcome Ms Lala!

 

[Jetblackhair]

I haven't checked in lately, but I'm still on this challenge.
Ok, I'm bored with my current half wigs so I will be trying these two. I wanted something a bit longer than what I have been wearing.

 

[SignatureBeauty]

At first I didn't think I could do it, but I have been wearing the ish!! out some wigs, my wigs have to be short, I can't stand long or medium length wigs, I am enjoying it, I just throw the wig on and go, People think it is my real hair and tell me how much they like my hair I just say Thank You and keep on going.

What else can I use besides a stocking cap because that stocking cap makes my head itch something firece?

 

[Ms Lala]

Thanks curlidiva!
This may seem like a dumb question but how do you all secure your full wigs. I have only worn half wigs before and they have combs that hold them in place pretty well.

 

[naturalmanenyc]

Hey ladies,

Does anyone have some STAYING COOL tips for wig-wearing in the summertime?

I've been wearing my wig in a bun all week, because I felt too hot.

I wore my new wig out for work today and to keep cool I cowashed my hair, added some IC Fantasia gel, and added my wig. I was in the car most of the time but when I did have to get out and walk, my damp hair had me feeling much cooler than expected.

 

[CurliDiva]

I haven't checked in lately, but I'm still on this challenge.
Ok, I'm bored with my current half wigs so I will be trying these two. I wanted something a bit longer than what I have been wearing.

Hey Jetblackhair,

I love both of these styles! What color do you buy?

I've been getting color 1B with highlights, but my last wig is jet black for a change.

 

[CurliDiva]

At first I didn't think I could do it, but I have been wearing the ish!! out some wigs, my wigs have to be short, I can't stand long or medium length wigs, I am enjoying it, I just throw the wig on and go, People think it is my real hair and tell me how much they like my hair I just say Thank You and keep on going.

What else can I use besides a stocking cap because that stocking cap makes my head itch something firece?[/quote]

Hi SignatureBeauty,

I love my wigs - INSTANT mojo and versatility!

I rarely wear anything under my wig in warm weather. During the winter, I sometime baggie, but it too hot for that right now imo.

Try a satin sleep cap instead of the stocking type wig cap. You should be able to find at most BSS.

Good luck! Curli

 

[CurliDiva]

Thanks curlidiva!
This may seem like a dumb question but how do you all secure your full wigs. I have only worn half wigs before and they have combs that hold them in place pretty well.

Hey Ms Lala,

Full wigs also have combs for attaching at your hairline and nape, but many people (me included) cut these combs out because your hairline/nape is too fragile for the added pressure from the combs.

I just attach my full wigs with bobby pins. Also some wigs have adjustable straps in the back to make a snug fit.

HHG, Curli

 

[BrooklynSouth]

Hey ladies,

Does anyone have some STAYING COOL tips for wig-wearing in the summertime?

I've been wearing my wig in a bun all week, because I felt too hot.

CurliDiva...my best keep cool trick is to have my hair cornrowed no extensions under shorter wigs. My hair is now so thick that having it all in one makes my head too darned hot. I now have the rows out with single braids exposing a lot of scalp to keep me cool-avoiding putting the braids on the top of my head too under my wigs. I am determined not to fall off this great challenge-I do rejoice Friday nights when I can be wig free until Monday!

 

[cupcakes]

is it too late to join this challenge?

 

[MA2010]

I am too excited...as always!!!

There is an Alicia Keys concert coming here to Italy and I will be sure to rock my half wig or my hair clip extensions!!! I can't wait!

I will be sure to post pics somehow???

 

[mscocoface]

Hey ladies,

Does anyone have some STAYING COOL tips for wig-wearing in the summertime?

I've been wearing my wig in a bun all week, because I felt too hot.

Hey CD

I am still rocking my short and curlies. I don't think I can handle anything long and near my face right now.

I am changing up my front but right now here is how I am wearing my girlfriend Jetta. If I posted this before I apologize.

It is up off of my neck also and that is great. I am wearing braids in the back and keeping it flat twisted in the front. So far so good, trying to KISS this summer since I am doing a daily cowash.

My front is flat twisted.

Here is my girlfriend - I think this is Jetta from Midway by Dena Cali

I like that it is not long but still have some thickness and looks fairly real.

Bought two of them and plan on wearing them until they are not presentable any longer.

I cover my back with a silk night cap mainly. The wig caps give me headaches.

And as usually when I am baggying I will just place a plastic conditioning cap on the back and wear it under the wig.

So far my hair is doing really well. I kinda do a semi baggy technique each day because I cowash daily then put my product on then take all the braids in the back and braid them up like this.

The daily cowashing is really making a difference, my hair is getting thicker and I believe some length (it is taking longer to braid this stuff) but I am not going to check until Dec. 08.

 

[Jetblackhair]

Hey Jetblackhair,

I love both of these styles! What color do you buy?

I've been getting color 1B with highlights, but my last wig is jet black for a change.

Thanks CurliDiva. I usually wear 1B. This time I ordered jet black and plan on using a jet black rinse or henna to match my hair with the half wigs. I've always wanted to try 1B with highlights. Which highlight color do you use?

As for staying cool, I haven't figured it out, but I just keep the hair off of my face. I'm just really happy to get home at the end of the day and take it off.

 

[SelfStyled]

Hey CD

I am still rocking my short and curlies. I don't think I can handle anything long and near my face right now.

I am changing up my front but right now here is how I am wearing my girlfriend Jetta. If I posted this before I apologize.

It is up off of my neck also and that is great. I am wearing braids in the back and keeping it flat twisted in the front. So far so good, trying to KISS this summer since I am doing a daily cowash.

My front is flat twisted.

Here is my girlfriend - I think this is Jetta from Midway by Dena Cali

I like that it is not long but still have some thickness and looks fairly real.

Bought two of them and plan on wearing them until they are not presentable any longer.

I cover my back with a silk night cap mainly. The wig caps give me headaches.

And as usually when I am baggying I will just place a plastic conditioning cap on the back and wear it under the wig.

So far my hair is doing really well. I kinda do a semi baggy technique each day because I cowash daily then put my product on then take all the braids in the back and braid them up like this.

The daily cowashing is really making a difference, my hair is getting thicker and I believe some length (it is taking longer to braid this stuff) but I am not going to check until Dec. 08.

Very Cute- and it does look real. How often do you cowash?

 

[SelfStyled]

I haven't checked in lately, but I'm still on this challenge.
Ok, I'm bored with my current half wigs so I will be trying these two. I wanted something a bit longer than what I have been wearing.

OMG- thanks for posting these. Super Cute! ****Off to search where I can buy***

 

[Jetblackhair]

Hi Selfstyled, you're welcome.