Human Hair Wigs And Extensions
Have you ever wished to have longer hair in the shortest amount of time? It is a tedious process to make custom fitted human hair wigs. First the wigmaker needs to measure all angles of the clients head, because each person`s head shape and head structure is different.In order to create a cast of the clients head, the wigmaker wraps cellophane around the head and twists it right under the earlobes. Filament tape is tightly placed over the wrap, creating a removable head cast.
The cast is then placed on a wig block. A wig block keeps the wig in place while the wigmaker works on creating the wig. A wig block is usually made from wood or canvas materials. With the help of a grease pencil the wig maker traces the cast, making a pattern of the client`s hair line on the wig block.
Next, the wigmaker cuts pieces of paper which he then pins within the greased pencil lines. He places a polyester and cotton lace over the wig block and cuts it to the penciled outline. This lace will be what the strands of hair is actually sewn into. The wig maker then pleats the edges of the lace with pins.
Once the wigmaker and client have chosen the appropriate wig colors, the wigmaker uses a tool called a hackle. A hackle is a sharp, steel tooth comb which is used to blend various strands of hair colors together to create a wig that looks multi-dimensional, giving it a more natural look. The wigmaker place the hair between the steel teeth of the hackle and whips the hair several times to create the blended effect. Once the hair strands are blended, they are then cut into two pieces and placed in a holding card.
100% Human Hair Wigs
Hand-made natural human hair wigs look much more realistic than those human hair wigs which are made by machines. Once the wig is complete it is able to be styled to the clients liking. So, beside a more natural appearance, what are some added bonuses of 100% real human hair wigs The wigs can be cut, washed, dried, colored and styled much like one`s real hair.
A holding card is made of leather and contains small metal pins which hold the numerous hair strands in place until the wig master is ready for them. He pulls the hair out of the holding card a few strands at a time. With the use of a small needle, the strands are knotted into the lace. The wig master begins at the nape of the neck and works his way up. The technique of knotting the hair strands into the lace is called Ventilating, and the overall process can take over 50 hours to complete. The front of the wig is weaved into the lace one strand at time. This is because the front hair line is most noticeable.
