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Wig attachment with bit of hair. Help!
I have had alopecia since I was 18 and I am turning 32 in two weeks. I have just got my first wig and I am having a lot of trouble figuring out how to attach it in a comfortable but secure way. I really like the hair itself but this aspect is stressing me out as I had presumed it'd be very straightforward.
The store I got it from initially advised me to use a bit of wig tap at the front (Walker Tape mini tabs) which kept it very secure but as I still have some hair, part of the tape was stuck on my hairline. It felt like the exposed part of the skin was being pulled up for the whole day that I wore the wig. It is really painful and since removing it, I have a small spot where the tape was sticking which looks like a tiny piece of skin came off. It is also really pink and sore. This definitely not a long term option.
Today I went back to the store I got the wig from (it is interstate) and they put a comb and two clips on to the wig. This is much more comfortable however as I don't have a huge amount of hair to hold it in, the comb slides about 0.5-1 centimeter too far back and looks a bit odd. The store advised me to use a bit of tape with the comb but this is not something I'm interested in.
I have no idea what to do now. The wig was a very expensive human hair one ($2,500 AUD) and I really like it. I just want it to fit properly! Does anyone have any tips for me. I have to wear it to work on Monday and I have no idea what to do.
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Permalink Reply by hagster on
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Are you talking about a full wig or just a topper?
There are ways to make wigs fit and be secure. Read the post on "boundaries" as someone posted an answer on ways to make a wig secure.
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Permalink Reply by Cimbom on
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It is a full wig. I'm not sure exactly what it's called but there is silicone inside the cap. I am currently using the tape I mentioned above but it is really painful and I am worried about what will happen with longer term use.
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Silicone and / or the double tape work best on a bald head. I sew silicone pieces into the front of my wigs to prevent sliding and a small strip of tape in the back to hold the nape down and never have any problems. I must have an elongated head as wigs, caps, and scarves all creep up in the back and must be secured.
If you still have hair, then use a wig cap, clips, or the adjustment elastics in the back of a wig. When I still had hair, I had 5 tiny wig clips sewn into each of my wigs - 1 in front, 1 on each side, and 2 in the back.
If your wig isn't a close fit to your scalp, then that will cause problems. Is it a close fit everywhere, does it seem too tight or too short anywhere, or is it loose with extra space at the crown.
Once you determine the problem with the wig not fitting securely, you can tackle the problem. There is plenty of info here in the discussions, by googling, and even u-tube videos. It is kind of trial & error and I'm sure you will figure it out.
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Thanks again for your reply. My fit is the opposite of yours- it fits at the back but slides off at the front. I don't have any adjustable straps inside the cap. I currently have clips on the sides but don't think this would work at the front as my centre part is a bit receded. It would need to be on both sides of the part and I think this may make the hairline an odd shape. I am waiting for the shop to send me the wig liner cap in the mail to try on again as it didn't seem to sit well when I first tried it on. I hope it will be better now that I have styled the wig properly but I'm not holding my breath. What type of wigs are the grip headbands for?
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There are silicone (headband) grips that are about $30 and a velcro kind called Wigrip are about $20. Either one can be used in place of a wig cap and worn if you have hair or are bald.
I thought the silicone one was too thick and made the wig sit away from my head too much. The Wigrip worked well but slid up the back of my head. This band is made to grip your head and the wig interior.
Wig caps are mesh with an open top - kind of like a heavy hairnet with elastic around the perimeter. You can get them for well under a dollar each. I wore them for about 3 or 4 years and they worked well. No need to do anything else to keep your wig in place.
There is also a liner cap that is made of a double layer of terry cloth and looks like a beanie. They are about $15 and the thickness is used to fill out the crown of the wig a bit. I have one, but it is too hot to wear in the summer.
If your wig is too big in the front, you may need to take it up a bit on the sides for a snugger fit. Will explain how to later if needed.
I've worn wigs for about 5 years now and tried all the methods we are talking about. When I shaved my head in January, a whole bunch of new problems cropped up for securing wigs that I think I've finally conquered.
As you can tell, it just a matter of finding what works best for your particular needs.
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