Wig Styles by Signe

Wigs and hairpieces have been fashioned out of many different materials over the centuries. Wigs have been created not only from human hair, but also from horse, yak, and buffalo hair. Wool, feathers, and synthetic fibers have also been used for wigs.

In the 18th Century, men powdered their wigs to achieve an impressive white head of hair, but in 1795 when the British government placed a tax on hair powder, hair wigs – and wig powder – quickly became quite unpopular.

When deciding which type of wig is best for you, one of the most important things to keep in mind is the shape of your face.

In 2008, "In Style" Magazine estimated that superstar entertainer Beyonce' has a wig collection worth at least $1 million, with individual wigs valued at $10,000 or more.

When fitting a wig, the real hair is securely knotted against the head, and the wig is applied. Any extra wig lace is cut off, and bobby pins or even skin-safe adhesive is applied to keep the wig secure.

You may think you have quite the wig collection, but it probably doesn’t compare to royalty. We would be impressed if you could outnumber the wigs that were in the collection of Queen Elizabeth I. The Virgin Queen’s wig collection peaked at 150 wigs.

The term "wig" is a shortened version of the 17th century English word "periwig." Wigs are simply a head of hair made from something else - almost anything else depending on need or fashion at the time.

The latest development in hair replacement units, full cranial prostheses, are designed to meet the needs of women suffering from long-term or permanent hair loss due to medical conditions. These full lace wigs or lace front wigs are perfect for androgenic alopecia and traumatic alopecia sufferers.

Are you interested in drastically changing your hair style, length or even the color? You can do that with a wig or hairpiece that you can wear whenever the mood hits. And if you decide you don’t like that drastic change, there’s no permanent change to your hair.

Wigs can be used for any age - young or old. Older people have used wigs and toupees to cover hair loss for centuries but wigs and hair prosthetics are designed for children with hair loss also.

Some women develop a hair loss condition called telogen effluvium after child birth, major surgery, or as a reaction to extreme stress. The result is that a majority of the person’s hair changes from the growing or resting phase to the shedding phase – all at the same time. The condition is often temporary.

What’s old is new again. In 18th century France, wig makers often constructed a primary wig for everyday wear. For special occasions, wig wearers could attach hairpieces that added height or add braided, tied, and twisted extensions known as “queues.”