Different Wig Types | A Must Read Before You Buy

Looking for a wig can be similar to looking for a new job. There's so many different types of wigs and it can become time consuming if you don't know what to look for. You probably keep seeing sponsored ads pop up on Facebook and Instagram for different companies but you're afraid to purchase because you don't want to waste money.

So we'll be covering everything you need to know about the different types of wigs so you can know what to buy, before you buy.

U-Part Wigs

What is a U Part Wig?

A U-part wig is a wig without lace that leaves room for leave out.

How to Install a U part Wig

Section the hair to where you'd like your leave out to be, and flat twist or corn row the rest, similar to a regular lace wig install.  Watch the video for more detailed instructions.

U-Part Wig Hairstyles

T-Part Wigs

What is a T-Part Wig?

A T-Part wig is a wig that only has lace in a "T" shaped part. It cannot be parted anywhere else, but the wig can be adjusted to change where the lace is (middle or side part).

T-Part Wig Inside Look

T-Part Wig Styles

Half Wigs

What is a Half Wig?

A half wig is a wig type that partially covers the head. 

How to Wear a Half Wig?

There are many ways to wear a half wig. Watch the video below to find some style ideas. 

 

Lace Wigs

What is a lace wig?

A lace wig is a wig that has lace on a good amount of the wig. Lace wigs include t-part wigs, lace front wigs, lace closure wigs, 360 wigs and full lace wigs.

Can You Reuse Lace Wigs?

You absolutely can! The key is to take good care of your wigs so that they last longer. If you're a beginner, you can start with a closure so you can learn how laces work. 

How to Clean Lace Wigs?

Our simple methods of cleaning your lace goes something like this: 
Boil some water, make sure it's hot.
Pour the water in the sink, or container and put the hair in the water.
Use dawn soap to clean the lace.
Shampoo, then condition the hair & rinse thoroughly. 
We always recommend air drying the hair for best results. 

 

Lace Front Wig Types

Lace Closure Wigs

A closure wig typically comes in these sizes: 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 2x6, and 7x7. Closure wigs are usually from eyebrow arch to eyebrow arch, in comparison to frontals, which go from ear to ear. 

Lace Frontal Wigs

A frontal wig typically comes in two sizes:13x4 & 13x6. Frontals extend from ear to ear. 

Below you can see the difference between a 5x5 closure wig and a 13x4 frontal wig.

 

360 Lace Wigs

A 360 lace wig is a wig that has lace all around the perimeter of your head, but the whole wig is not lace only. This type of wig can be best used for up do's. 

How to install a 360 lace wig.

360 Wig Styles

You can literally style a 360 wig however you'd like. Here's a cute style you can try:

 

Full Lace Wigs

Full lace wigs, contrastly to 360 lace wigs, is entirely made up of lace. You can part these wigs anywhere, and have the most versatility with styles. 

Full Lace Wig Updo Hairstyles

View more full lace wig hairstyles.

Summary

Looking for a wig to buy online or in person can be daunting, especially if you're new to wigs. You now should know what to buy, before you buy. Whew, that was a lot of information to take in wasn't it? If you need to reference something while shopping, instead of constantly coming back here and scrolling through this, get our Wig Manual Ebook instead!