Wig FAQ

Wig FAQ

Wig - Frequently Asked Questions
Q) How long does it take to have a customized wig made?
A) Custom wigs take 6-10 weeks. Timeframe varies based on complexity of style and availability of the hair.
Q) Why do the wig prices vary?
A) Due to changes in the cost of hair and services, wig prices vary according to the hair texture, color, length, and density.
Q) Do you have a color chart or can I submit a sample?
Colors may be chosen from our color ring or from color charts available on our website. For the most accurate color match, we recommend that you send in a color samples. (As all our hair is 100% human, please be aware that we cannot guarantee the match from synthetic wig color samples.)
Q) What are baby hairs?
A) Baby hair is Angora hair strategically placed at front edge. This hair helps to hide a thick edge and simulate wispy hair at hairline. (Angora hair is not recommended if you plan to wear bangs. Angora hair also blends in with human hair on wig.)
Q) Do you offer any additional services for the wigs?
A) We offer a variety of services including: repairs, addition of hair to the base/cap following hair loss from natural shedding. (Please refer our wig services page on the website for more information.) Prices are based on time and type of service.
Q) How long do they last?
A) It varies based on maintenance and hair texture, color, and base material. Due to the nature of the product, we cannot guarantee the longevity of any Top Piece, Hair Piece or Wig, with a French Part or Skin Top. These pieces are made to replicate hair growing from a human scalp. Each hair is individually ventilated and the hair does break off due to normal wear and tear from styling, shampoo, and heat. Once the hair is lost, it cannot grow back. Because of the material used the hair loss on the skin top or French part is more visible. Skin tops are repairable, we can add hair but it will not look exactly like the original piece.
Q) How can I make my wig last longer?
A) Proper wear and maintenance will help extend the longevity of your wig. Sleeping with the wig on and/or excessive wear may decrease the lifespan of your wig. Please refer to our care instructions included with your purchase.
Q) Is you hair human hair?

A) My Glamorous Hair only provides 100% human hair (with the exception of Angora hair). We only carry the highest quality hair available for wigs.
Q) How much do wigs cost?
A) Prices start at $500.00, with the average price being $1,200.00-$1800.00. However, depending on specification they may increase accordingly.
Q) Can the hair be dyed?
A) Yes, it is recommended you go to a professional colorist\cosmetologist that works with wigs/hairpieces. Always strand test hair first and follow manufacturer instructions before applying any chemical service to hair. (Please note that we cannot guarantee any products that are chemically altered, for more details please see our return policy on our website.)
Q) Can machine wefts be added to the wig?
A) Yes, most of the time wefts are sewn in to a wig to add more density. Often during a repair, machine wefts are added to replace volume and length (except on skin-top area). Adding machine wefts might make the base/cap thicker and also stretches base/cap material.
Q) How do I wash the wig?
A) We provide you with special instructions with your purchase.

Shipping and Delivery

Shipping and Delivery

Shipping Method:
USA:  We ship all United States orders via USPS 
International:  All international orders ship via Express Mail through the U.S. Postal Service with tracking and insurance.
Exceptions: APO and PO Box address must ship via the U.S. Postal Service.
Shipping Cost:

• For Wig Orders - Shipping is $12.95 in the 48 United States.  This includes insurance and tracking.
• For Accessories - Shipping is $9.95 for orders under $30.  For orders over $30 shipping is $12.95.  This includes insurance and tracking.
• Occasionally shipping may be higher if you are ordering accessories in bulk and the package is over 4 lbs.  However, we would call you to inform you if additional shipping is needed. 
• International Buyers - Shipping is $39.95 and your package will ship via Express Mail via the U.S. Postal Service includes tracking and insurance.  (This is to assure that no packages are lost).

Shipping and Delivery Time Frame:

We provide premium quality units, therefore this time frame is needed to ensure high quality.

For Premium Custom Wigs - it takes approximately 6 - 8 weeks (business days - weekends and holidays not included).  Each wig is custom made to your measurements and specifications, with each individual strand of hair being hand tied and double knotted to ensure the highest quality. 

For Stock Wigs - they ship within 1-2 business days.  Once shipped, it can take 1-5 business days for your package to be delivered via UPS depending on what state you reside in.  Exception: APO and PO Box addresses ship via the U.S. Postal Service.

Wig Accessories - If you only order wig accessories - they will ship within 1-2 business days.  Once shipped, it can take 1-5 business days for your package to be delivered via UPS.  Exception: APO and PO Box addresses ship via the U.S. Postal Service.

Lace Choices

Lace Choices

 Lace Color Choices - Guide to Choosing Your Lace Color:

How do I Choice the Lace Color?  You want to match the lace color with your scalp complexion not your skin tone.  This is because when you part the unit, you want it to appear as your natural scalp color.  So to check your scalp color - part your hair and look at the color of your scalp to determine your lace color.
Follow These Guidelines - Lace Choice Color:
Transparent:  For White, Off White or Cream scalp tones.  Ie. Kimora, Jessica Simpson, etc.

Light Beige or Beige:  For Light Beige or Beige scalp tones.  Ie: Kimora

Light Brown or Medium Brown:  For Light Brown or Medium Brown scalp tones. Ie. Beyonce, Ciara, Maya, Brandy, Oprah
 
Brown:  For very Dark Brown scalp tones. Ie. Naomi Campbell, Alek, Whoopi Goldberg

How to Measure

How to Measure Your Head

Before you start:  We recommend styling your hair like it will be under the wig.  Best results are to either braid straight back in flat cornrows, braid in a flat beehive, or wrap it flat back.  Get the hair as flat and as tight as possible before taking the measurements. This will eliminate bulges that distort head contours. IMPORTANT:  Make sure that your measurements are ACCURATE.  If you do not measure properly, your wig may not fit.  So take your measurements at least 2-3 times to be sure.  Use a soft measure tape to measure.  We take measurements in whole and half inches.  So please round your measurements up not down.  Example: 12 3/4 should be rounded up to 13 and 12 1/4 should be rounded up to 12 1/2. Special Note: If you are bald or do not have a hair line - you do not need to add the inch - simply put the tape measure where you would like your hairline to begin with the wig. The averages below are just to give you an example.  Not everyone will meet these measurements - some may be under or over and that is perfectly fine. 1. The Circumference of the Head: Measure all around the head. Position tape measure so its edge follows the hair line around the head and nape of the neck. (Example Measurement: 22 inches). 2. From Forehead to Nape of Neck: Measure from hairline at center of forehead straight back over crown to center of hairline at nape of neck.  Note: Place the tape measure at your hairline in the front of forehead while taking the measure to the hairline at the back of your Nape (neck).  Keeping in mind that your cap is glued to the outside perimeter of your natural hairline on your skin.   (Example Measurement: 14 inches).  Then ADD 1 inch to the measurement results.  This is VERY IMPORTANT.  If you do not add the inch, your wig will be too small and will not be able to be glued in front of your hairline. 3. Ear to Ear Across Front Hairline: At front of ear, measure from hairline at base of sideburn, up across the hair line along forehead to same point in front of other ear. (Example Measurement: 12 inches). 4. From Ear to Ear Over Top of Head: Measure from hairline directly above the ear across top of head to the hairline directly above the other ear. (Example Measurement: 13 inches). 5. Point to Point: From temple to temple across the back of head. (Example Measurement: 14  inches).  Note: Place the tape measure at your temple to temple point on each side of your head as shown in the picture.  Keeping in mind that your cap is glued to the outside perimeter of your natural hairline in this area as well.  Then ADD 1 inch to the measurement results.  This is VERY IMPORTANT.  If you do not add the inch, your wig will be too small and will not be able to be glued in front of your hairline. 6. Nape of Neck: Measure the width of hairline across the nape of the neck. (Example Measurement: 5 1/2 inches).

Hair Texture

Hair Texture

• Straight - This is the hair texture in its natural state prior to any processing.  It is very straight and can be silky as well.  This texture can be flat ironed or hot curled.  This hair texture waves up when wet.
  
  
• Yaki Perm Straight - This is an african american permed texture.  It is like an african american permed texture after your perm is about 2-3 weeks old.  This is the texture that Beyonce normally wears.  This texture can be flat ironed or hot curled.
  
  
• Light Yaki -  This is another form of the african american permed texture.  It is a mix of the straight and yaki perm straight textures combined.  It is like an african american hair texture after you receive a fresh perm.  Therefore it is a little straighter then the yaki perm straight. This hair texture is similar to  Megan Good's hair texture.  This texture can be flat ironed or hot curled.
  
  
• Kinky Straight - This is an unpermed african american hair texture.  It can be flat ironed or hot curled.

What is Quick Hair Weave

What is Quick Hair Weave

There are two types of quick hair weaves. Quick hair weaves that are tracks/wefts and quick hair weaves that are wigs. In order to have a quick hair weave style that is a track, glue is involved. You glue the tracks to your head one by one or on a cap and that makes a quick weave. In order to have a quick weave that is a wig you simply get a half wig that is styled and insert the combs into your hair, then you have an instant hair style.

Synthetic Hair

Synthetic hair

Synthetic hair is made of a wide array of different synthetic fibers. Synthetic hair, just as human hair, comes in weave (weft) and single strands for braids. Synthetic hair does not last as long as human hair because it gets quickly damaged from the sun.The quality of hair varies greatly, and if well maintained, synthetic hair can last up to a year. It will never look as human hair, as it is stiff and not bouncy at all. Synthetic hair is much less expensive than human hair. The costs can range from $10 to $20 per package, and around $40 for a full wig, depending on quality of hair, length, brand, etc.
Heating appliances such as curling irons and straightening combs generally should never be used on synthetic hair. There are newer versions of synthetic hair from some brands that claim to allow styling with lower temperatures of heating appliances. Generally people should steer clear of such claims because the golden rule with synthetic hair is that heat is not an option. Synthetic hair is better used for shorter wigs.
Typically when the synthetic hair is shaped it is best not to change it, it is "What you see is what you get".

Remi Hair Weave

Remi Hair Weave

Remy hair is not always virgin hair (the term virgin signifies that the hair has not been colored or permed); once virgin hair has been colored or chemically processed in any way short of removing the cuticles, it is referred to as remy. Remy hair can be categorized in the ‘premium’ segment, as far as hair quality is concerned. Remy hair has its cuticle intact, and running in the same direction "unidirectional cuticle" to prevent tangling. The cuticles protect the hair from damage and gives the hair its natural look.
For commercial purposes, remy hair is categorized into two types:

Remy Hair Single Drawn 

the hair is taken out directly from the scalp by shaving the head. Care is taken to remove the very short hair, with the longer hair, found in different hair length, giving a ponytail-like appearance.

Remy Hair Double Drawn 

the hair is the finest quality with the same wave length in a piece. The hairs are arranged with equal lengths. There will not be any short hair in a piece.

Three qualities have been designated:

• Quality A: an expensive type of weft hair made up of Indian virgin remy hair. This type is unidirectional and characterized by double drawn hair, where the whole weave is made up of hairs of the same length.

• Quality B: made up of special double drawn hair, virgin remy hair, and is unidirectional. The length of hairs though may vary by up to 1-2 inches.

• Quality C: the final quality of weft hair. The cuticles are intact and are unidirectional. The entire weave contains hairs of different length.

Non Remy Hair Weave

Non Remy Hair Weave

Non-remy hair is perhaps the most popular and commonly available form of hair. It is also known as fallen hair. The roots and tips of hairs are all mixed up in non-remy hair. Tangling is a problem as a result of this, but still since they are inexpensive, they are the largest selling kind of hair.
Non-remy hair comes in two types:

• Normal non-remy hair: generally the least expensive type of hair. The cuticles are present in different directions, and the hair is prone to tangling.
• Tangle free non-remy hair: obtained by shaving off the cuticles or the ends. This process reduces the chances of friction among hairs and what remains is tangle free hair.

Single drawn is of a slightly lower quality than double drawn hair. The hairs will have up to a 2" difference in the tip; that is, some hairs will be up to 2" shorter than their original lengths. Double drawn hair is similar to remy double drawn wefts in that all hairs are the same length.
Three qualities are designated:

• Quality A: consists of tangle free non-remy hair with the cuticles shaved off or smoothened out. The entire weft consists of hairs of the same length, with no short hair. This is a premium quality weft.

• Quality B: the next quality in wefts made up of non-remy hair. They are also tangle free and have their cuticles shaved off. They are made up of special double drawn hair, with hair length of two inch difference, with no short hair.

• Quality C: the final quality of wefts, made up of tangle free non-remy hair. The cuticles are again shaved off and the hair used is single drawn. This makes the entire weft have hairs of different length.

Natural Hair Extensions

Natural Hair Extensions

My glamorous hair has the most natural hair extensions on the market. It is 100%hair, a lot of companies use synthetic materials which makes the use of chemicals necessary. When you process the hair it begins to be overly shiny and it develops a fake appearance. Our extensions are made to look like they are your hair. We supply hair for New York runway shows as well as many prestigious hair salons. You can ask some of our clients how their extensions and wigs look and feel.

Indian Hair Weave

Indian Hair Weave

Indian hair

Human hair

The hair shaft is made up of dead, hard protein called keratin in three layers. The inner layer is called the medulla and may not be present. The next layer is the cortex and the outer layer is the cuticle. The cortex makes up the majority of the hair shaft. The cuticle is formed by tightly packed scales in an overlapping structure similar to roof shingles. Most hair conditioning products attempt to affect the cuticle. There are pigment cells that are distributed throughout the cortex and medulla giving the hair it's characteristic color.
The hair cuticle is the outermost part of the hair shaft. It is a hard shingle-like layer of overlapping cells, some five to twelve deep. It is formed from dead cells which form scales that gives the hair shaft strength and do the best job of providing protection for it.The hair cuticle is the first line of defense against all forms of damage; it acts as a protective barrier for the softer inner structure including the medulla and cortex.
The cuticle is responsible for much of the mechanical strength of the hair fiber. A healthy cuticle is more than just a protective layer, as the cuticle also represents the structure that controls the water content of the fiber. Much of the shine that makes healthy hair so attractive is due to the cuticle.
In the hair industry, the only way to obtain the very best hair (with cuticle intact and facing the same direction)is to use the services of hair collectors who cut the hair directly from people's head, in the form of a ponytail. This hair is called virgin cuticle hair, or just cuticle hair.
Most human hair used for weaves and wigs is derived from Asia (perhaps mostly China, India, Korea). It is collected from the barber's floor or Indian temples floor and aggressively treated with acid, and other chemicals which destroy the cuticle partially or totally. (Lower-quality "human hair" extensions are sometimes even mixed with animal and synthetic hair to lower the price.) In the hair industry, this hair is commonly called processed hair.
Processed hair comes in a variety of textures: yaki (closely resembles relaxed hair texture), silky (resembling very straight Asian hair), European texture hair straight (not to confuse with authentic European, this so-called "European hair" is straight hair that comes from India or China), curly (ranges from tight corkscrew curls to the varying degrees of wavy), and crimped (very small, sharp waves).
The "remy" designation originally meant that the cuticles are facing the direction in which they grew. However this terminology is no longer accurate. The word remy is being abused on the market, and generally accompanies processed packaged hair.

 Indian hair and European hair

Indian hair has its own inherent advantages: it is simultaneously thin and strong. The hair is shaved in a ceremony previous to marriage, and then put through an osmosis process where the color pigment is removed. Then over a period of several weeks the color pigment is saturated back into the hair cuticles with over 54 color options.
European hair is a popular form of hair. It has a straight and soft texture. Adequate care must be taken as the market is flooded with fakes.
There is also a widespread misconception that soft and silky hair is the best quality. Any type of hair can be made soft and silky through the use of certain conditioners or oil like silicon oil.

Hair Techniques

Hair Techniques

Techniques

There are many techniques to weaving hair. The most common way is for it to be sewn on to very small cornrows or the stylist can use a heating appliance to fuse the hair segment onto very small sections of hair.

Bonding

Bonding is a popular temporary weaving method and a great way to add volume or vibrant streaks of color to your natural hair. Tracks of hair are glued to the roots of your own hair with a special adhesive. To prevent damage to your natural hair, tracks shouldn't be left for any longer than a week or two.

Tracking

In tracking, natural tresses are first braided around the head in concentric circles. The braids are sewn down, then extensions are sewn to the braids. Eight to fifteen tracks are needed for a full head. Care for this style as you would your natural hair, washing at least once a week.
To sew the weave hair, the hair must be braided into cornrows. The hair may also be braided into a zig zag shape to make things easier and quicker. The wearer may leave out a section of hair if she/he wants a part or half the hair weaved. So the hair won't appear lumpy, the hair is sewn horizontally across the head from one side to the other, starting from the bottom. If the hair is to have a parting, it's recommended that a weft of hair is glued as close as possible to part in the hair that separates the braids and the hair that the wearer left out. After those steps are finished, the wearer can have the weave hair cut or styled however he or she wants with her/his own hair blending in.

Fusion

The fusion method delivers one of the most versatile and believable weaves on the market. With this technique, a machine similar to a hot glue gun is used to adhere human hair extensions to individual strands of your natural hair (about the same size as a micro braid) for a truly authentic look. With a fusion weave, you can wash your hair every week and use products like gels and mousse to style. This is one of the most time-consuming (8 to 16 hours) and expensive methods (prices range from about $800 to $1,800).
To use a heating appliance, individual strands of hair are used. Hair is sectioned out as if the client is getting skinny individual braids. The appliance is heated to the correct temperature. The stylist attaches a section of the human hair to the client's sectioned hair. Depending on the style, a half head of fused hair could take about 20 sections. A full head could use about 50 sections. It is recommended that a trained and certified stylist use this technique because of potential hair loss and skin burning from the appliance may occur.
Recently cold fusion extensions made of 100% human hair (no yak hair dilution) have been introduced. These hair extensions do not require any heating elements, as the intense heat used to apply traditional hair extensions may damage them.

Netting

Netting is a technique which involves braiding natural tresses under a thin, breathable net that serves as a flat surface onto which stylists can weave extensions. Netting provides more flexibility than track placement because the stylist is not limited to sewing extensions to a braid. This style can last for up to three months if properly maintained. To care for your hair, wash it once a week and invest in a hooded hair dryer or heated cap for at-home maintenance. "You want to make sure your hair is completely dry so it will not mildew under the net."

Tree braiding

In tree braiding, the artificial hair is incorporated into the client's natural hair with the use of a basic cornrow. The best hair length to use is 24 inch hair. The client's hair is parted from the front of the head to the nape of the neck. The artificial hair is added at the beginning of the braid by folding it in half to create a cornrow with a knot in the front. The stylist braids 2-4 strokes and then pulls out a piece of the artificial hair, then braids an additional 2-4 strokes and pulls out another piece of artificial hair. This pattern continues until all of the artificial hair is pulled out. The stylist then adds additional artificial hair into the braid and continues the above pattern until it reaches the back. Then the stylist ties the end with a rubber band, or sews it down with weaving needle and string.

Clip-in and clip-on hair extensions

This technique is the least permanent and can be very effective without the negative things such as traction alopecia associated with glue extensions. The hair weft has small toupee clips sewn onto them. Usually a set of clip in extensions average eight strips of human hair in varying widths from two inches to eight inches. Usually starting at the nape of the neck, the hair is sectioned neatly, then the weft is placed onto this section with the clips open and facing the scalp. Each clip is snapped into place. It can be useful to lightly backcomb each section for a more secure grip. This is repeated until each clip-in weft is in place. Clip-ins can be worn all day and all night, but they must be removed before sleeping. Some people wear clip-ins just for night life, while others will wear them every day to work. This shows the versatility of this type of hair extension. Natural hair extensions can be removed, which makes it easier to style them.

Lace extensions

The most recent development in weaving extensions is lace extensions. Lace extensions are made from a nylon mesh material formed into a cap that is then hand ventilated by knotting single strands of hair into the tiny openings of the cap form, giving the hair a more natural, realistic flow than conventional extensions, and creating a lighter, more breathable cap. These extension units can be woven in or attached to the hairline with special adhesives. To ensure a proper fit, head measurements are taken into account with this type of weave.

Human Hair Extension

Human Hair Extension

A hair weave is a very general term used to describe human or artificial hair used to alter one's natural hair appearance by adding additional hair to their natural hair or by covering the natural hair all together with human or synthetic hair pieces. The highest quality extension hair is human remy hair. Remy hair still possesses the cuticle layer, which is the outermost part of the hair strand; it resembles shingles on a roof. All remy hair has the cuticle layer of the hair flowing in the same direction, flowing the way it would naturally. The cuticle layer is important when concerned with hair tangling, longevity of the use(up to one year), and how well the hair shines. When the cuticle layer is intact and laying flat, the hair is capable of reflecting light, resulting in the hair shining. Some of the benefits of hair weave are that they can lengthen hair, add volume and/or thickness to fine or thinning hair, and to add fashion colors to natural hair without the damage of chemicals. The process of adding colors to natural hair is usually done with strand by strand extension systems. One type of application is called a sew-in. Weft hair can also be applied by gluing directly to the natural hair using hair glue specifically made for hair weaves. The glue can be easily washed out using a special shampoo/conditioner that will remove the glue without removing the real hair. A special glue remover may also be used. Extension hair refers to the weave hair being applied strand by strand rather than in long sewn together rows. Strand by strand hair has approximately 50-80 strands attached by keratin tips resembling the end of a shoe string. These can then be attached by bonding directly to the hair or using copper links, which provides the most natural look. The method is the most time consuming though, considering between 100 to 300 individual extensions are applied. The amount of time necessary makes this type of application a more expensive service than other options. Other types of extensions that can be added to the hair include ponytails or ponytail pieces. Just as any wig or wigpiece, the colors for hair to be weaved can range from "realistic" colors, such as red, black, brown and blonde, to other colors such as pink, blue, green and purple.

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Indian Hair Weave

Indian Hair Weave

Virgin Remy Wefts: Our Super Premium Wefts come in two different types. Our hair has a natural curl, which means after it is straightened, when it is wet again it will return to its natural curl.

Straight/Body

Natural Curly

Hair Weaves Machine Wefting

Hair Weaves Machine Wefting

We currently have two types of wefts Premium and Super Premium. The Super Premium is our ultimate weft.

Hand Wefting: Minimal shedding. All hair types can be hand wefted to your specifications. Machine Wefting: All hair types are custom machine wefted on the premises so that you can specify color combination or highlights. All hand wefts and machine wefts are triple reinforced to prevent shedding. Unlike other hair companies, this procedure is unique to MGH's dedication to quality product. When it comes to custom hand or machine wefted the sky is the limit. If you want a color blend, weave, or comb-over, simply discuss this with one of our sales representatives.

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