Ponytail Wigs Are Perfect For Summer

Just as sneakily as it came, spring is on its way out, bringing in summer. Many people have grown to dread summertime and the sky-high temps that come along with the season—especially if those people wear European hair wigs. But just because you wear a human hair wig, doesn’t mean that you’re doomed to an even hotter summer! The trick to handling the heat is to wear ponytail wigs. Ponytail wigs are the perfect style human hair wig to wear during these unbearably warm months. They are gorgeously styled to keep the hair off of your neck and into a neat, stylish ponytail.

The ponytail wigs at Milano feature a silk-top cap which makes the sweltering summer months a whole lot cooler by wicking moisture. The great thing about ponytail wigs is their versatility. You can wear them anywhere, for any occasion thanks to the stylish and modern design. Wear it during the day for a sporty, on-the-town look, or comb it out and make it a sleek, sharp evening style.

All in all, ponytail wigs are the perfect solution for a woman looking to have comfort and style in one wig.

Shampoos and Conditioners for European Hair Wigs?

In our last post, we discussed the proper measures you would take to properly clean your European hair wigs or cancer wigs. In this post we’re going to discuss some human hair wig friendly products that are available to clean and style your hair piece.

To be clear, you should only use shampoo, conditioner and styling products specifically formulated for wigs. In addition, you should brush out any tangles and knots before you shampoo your wig, and when washing it you shouldn’t rub or wring it out to dry—handle your human hair wig with care!
As far as wig-friendly products go there are quite a few selections out there.

Hair U Wear is a brand that is specifically designed to work with human hair wigs. They have a Wash n Wear Shampoo that is great for keeping your wig fresh, healthy and clean. They also make a Leave-In Conditioner Spray that is perfect for gently detangling your wig after a wash or whenever you need to smooth things out. This spray provides maximum shine without adding a greasy, heavy feel to your wig.

Also remember that if you’re planning on styling your human hair wig, use only brushes and combs specifically designed for a wig. There are many available in the accessories section at www.MCwigs.com!

How to Clean Your Human Hair Wig

Regardless of the reason you are wearing a Human Hair Wig, knowing how to care for it properly is key to looking good all the time. Most likely, you’ve paid a lot of money for your human hair wig, so you want it to look like new for a very long time. The key to that is proper care and maintenance. Here are a few tips to help you keep your wig looking its best:

1)    Gently brush the wig with the proper comb, pick or brush. This can be incredibly hard to do by simply holding it, so in order to get the best results, put it on a wig stand.

2)    Remove the wig from the stand to clean it. Saturate the wig in 3 oz. of non-flammable liquid cleanser in a large glass bowl. To do this properly, hold the wig hair side down and dunk it until it’s clean.

3)    Next, you’re going to want to clean the edges and inside of the netting with a gentle cleaning solution and cotton balls and Q-Tips

4)    Put the wig back on the wig stand and leave it dry. You can style and set it once it is completely dry.

The History of the Wig Around the World: Part 2

As we learned last week, wearing European hair wigs isn’t a modern trend. The trend of wearing a human hair wig has been customary for people all over the world, dating as far back as the days of Cleopatra. Wigs have played a significant role in cultures throughout history denoting aristocracy and class, in addition to being a fashion trend that has changed with each era. It’s truly fascinating to see the development of this unique hair item.

In the time of the Egyptian empire, women, as well as men wore wigs. The style was defined as a page-boy like look, fit with gold garnishes and braids.

During the Roman Empire the wig styles really heightened. Literally! Women’s styles began to incorporate color and volume. The bigger the wig, the wealthier a woman was.

In the Middle Ages, wigs popularity tended to fizzle out. It wasn’t until the Renaissance that women’s hairstyles began to gain importance again. Styles were often aided in these days with hairpieces, braids, and golden taps.

During Louis XIV’s reign, the Allonge wig (think Captain Hook) was made popular for men and became a fashion staple that was worn with every garment.

After 1670, the à la Fontange, named after one of Louis’s mistresses, became a female wig fashion icon.

Wigs really began to flower around the eighteenth century. This is when wigs were truly adopted as a status symbol for both men and women and wig makers experimented with style. The Rococo was a popular style, and stylists had quite a task on their hands sculpting these works of art as some wigs were recorded as 35 inches tall.

The History of the Wig

The Sun King, Louis XIV (left)

Wigs have been present since Ancient times, especially in Egypt, when Egyptians shaved their heads and donned wigs, rather than keep their hair clean from lice and sweat. In Greece and Rome, the human hair wig was used by many men and women who wanted to look younger, but the bald often painted their scalps. European hair wigs are best known, and they came into dominance during the Early Modern period.

Louis XIII donned a wig to disguise his baldness. Similarly the Sun King, Louis XIV started losing his hair in his mid 30’s, and began wearing elaborate wigs. His court began to wear wigs to honor him, and in his old age, wigs became all the rage. The Sun King wore an enormous curled wig as looking older became fashionable.

A human hair wig was expensive and considered an investment. Combing one’s wig in public was permissible, especially when conversation languished. Human hair wigs became so popular that the flour needed for making bread was instead being used as powder by the landed aristocrats, and riots resulted. After Louis XIV’s death in 1715, the wig’s popularity declined. By the 1760’s more men were wearing their own hair, but more conservative men continued to wear wigs.

Today, wigs retain popularity among many women, and some men. Though not as grand or elaborate, the human hair wig will likely always remain as a cultural product of humanity’s obsession with hair.

Wigging Out

I do a lot of acting in my spare time, because it’s my passion. Now, I’m too old to get into the business – all those girlish dreams died off years ago. But when I’m acting a part for a show, I often wear a human hair wig to make me look younger. Ponytail wigs are especially great for generating a younger look.

Sometimes, I’ll even wear my human hair wig out on the town. It’s like I’m playing a part, except that I get to choose how to act, and I don’t have to worry about memorizing any lines. I look good for my age, it’s just that I’ve got some gray hair, and I don’t really like dying it – I figure if it’s natural, let it be! But every now and then, if I’m going to a dinner party, putting on ponytail wigs really gets me excited.

If you ever feel like you could use a change, but you aren’t sure whether you want to cut your hair or dye it a certain color, I would recommend buying a wig. It doesn’t have to be an expensive human hair wig, it can be something simple, just to help you get an idea of what it’s like to play a part.

Wig Accessories and Protocol

Wearing wigs can be hard at first. You may find your wig to be itchy and difficult to take care of. But with the Wi Grip Comfort Band, your wig will more easily rest on your head, and you may forget that you’re wearing a wig altogether! Try not to get your wig wet if you forget though. And don’t brush your wig if it does get caught in the rain. Brushing and combing your human hair wig is made easier with a professional brush/ comb set and a professional wig head. And if you want even more wig accessories, a hot air brush can give your wig the precise look you want. If you really want to make your wig unique, you can even take it to your hairdresser to achieve a completely unique style.

You may be asking, “Why do I need a wig head? Why can’t I just use my own hairbrush?” Well, non wig hairbrushes may cause excessive tension, and can damage the wig. Damaging your wig, can eventually ruin your human hair wig. Because you can’t feel the tension as easily as if it were on your own head, it is important to follow wig protocol.