Hair pieces!

Sooooooooo,

I learned about hair pieces that resemble/mimic natural kinky coily hair and now I want in.

Why?

Well, I have not gotten a relaxer in a long while and am learning to appreciate my natural texture. In the event that I never ever get another relaxer, some hair pieces would give me the full look I know I would want.

Here are a few sources:
Heat Free Hair Movement - http://heatfreehair.com/for-kinks/
King Me Hair - kingmehair.com

WIG UPDATE

I have been using a Freetress Equal Lace front Perry wig. I bought it at myprettywig.com and in my opinion, it took too long to arrive.

That being said, I really like the wig. It is easy to throw on and allows me to leave my hair unmanipulated. However, I have not been moisturizing my own hair which has been problematic. Given the dry, cold weather, my hair has been prone to breaking and shedding. As such, I am committed to keeping my hair moisturized and getting heated DCs every 2 weeks. I visited Reflexions 2 on Thursday, February 10th. I spent $35, gave a $5 tip to josephina who washed and set my hair. I also gave $2 to the lady who combed out my hair. I took my own DC - silicon mix bambu, my paddle brush and wide tooth comb for use after the rollers were removed.

I will add pics of my short hair, plus pics with wig on.

I plan to purchase another Perry wig. I must note, however, that the wig is wayyyy too small for my head and the lace is hard! My next wig will be a back up. The wig is fine for about a month or so and I will learn how to extend and preserve them. I do not add any product and there is some frizz on the sides. I will purchase from mimibeautysupplyplus on ebay. I am also considering purchasing another straight wig from donnaluxury on ebay because I prefer the swiss lace.

YAKI WIG ARRIVED...

Very good quality but super long. It didn't shed and the color and lace color were very good. For the price, it was worth it. I cut it a little bit with hair shears and put some product in it. I also tried to curl it to no avail. I did manage to make it look super sleek when I used my flat iron on it. That worked wonders.

I however gave it my niece because while I liked it, it was too long for me at 16 inches. I am however considering the purchase of another wig. There is another ebay seller selling synthetics at $39.99 plus $5 shipping. I think a wig with some curl and body would be a good idea. His/Their (divaluxurysupplies) rating is at 97.9% which is not bad. I just wish the shipping was free. 

Here are the options I am considering:

Synthetic Hair Lace Front Body Curly Wig

Synthetic Hair Lace Front Deepwave Wig

There is also the option of purchasing a human hair wig from the seller (donnaqualitywigs) I bought the other wig from. I wish they had a synthetic similar to the ones at divaluxurysupplies because I would buy one immediately, despite the complications from last time.

Here are the human hair wigs that I am considering:

Wig Curly 100% Full Indian Remy Human Hair

Spanish Wave Full Indian Remy Human Hair

I will keep deliberating on which one to get. I do think that it will be smarter to purchase a synthetic curly unit prior to getting a human hair one. That way, I can learn how to take care of it without the expense of a real one that will be approximately 3 times more in cost.

WIG DELIVERY UPDATE

I got a phonecall from a "Chris" on behalf of donnaquality wigs giving me an update on the delayed receipt of my exchange wig.

It has been over a week of waiting and I sent an email on Saturday evening informing them that I wanted an immediate update on what was going on. I received an email on Sunday saying the wig would arrive on Tuesday, plus an apology.

Tuesday came and at 12:59pm I got a call from 410-224-5877 and Chris explained that indeed the hair I received was a #1b and not a #2 and that he had to order new hair. He also mentioned that he'd run out of light lace and thus had to get some of that as well. He then apologized and said that the wig would arrive on Wednesday morning (tomorrow). I asked for a delivery notification number and he said he'd email it to my ebay account.

We shall see.

HAIR LENGTH CHART IN INCHES FOR WIGS

I'm considering buying a new wig and was trying to figure out what the lengths would mean for me. Looking at the pic above, a 16" wig would be just fine. I'm going to buy this wig -

 

I'm getting it in 16". It is a synthetic but is only $39 and is free shipping. The seller "donnaqualitywigs" has a feedback score of 99.3% on ebay and has at least 150 transactions as of today. So, I will place the order and hope for the best. My reasoning for buying this wig and not one of her human hair wigs is that:

1. price: very affordable what with free shipping being included
2. cost effective: I doubt I will wear the wig on a regular basis, so for price, it seems like a steal
3. Synthetic: I don't have to baby it like I would my own hair. And, given price, I can always buy another one if I like what I have and just want a back up.

Okay, off to purchase. Yipee!

UPDATE (Oct. 6): Purchased wig and it arrived in about a day. However, the hair came all the way down to just about 2" above my butt. I sent it back for a 16" and asked for the lace to be a light brown instead of a medium brown. I mailed it back on Saturday and it arrived in FL on Monday. Now waiting to receive the replacement wig.

WIGGIN' IT TO GET TO APL

Looks like I have been grazing APL for a while. Since I want to get there, I think I will wig it up, again, as a protective style this winter. Here is the wig I will get



Malaysia* Light Yaki Synthetic Full Lace Wig
http://www.nassnig.org/nass/news.php?id=96

It is a synthetic wig though but it looks incredible. Also it is long enough so I can cut the hair when the ends start to go nutty.

WIG UPDATE

I tried the Mira wig again and was not feeling it at all. It is possible that the fact that Bomboy was misbehaving was a factor in my inability to focus.

Anyway, I have decided upon the following.

I will wait until next week to get a relaxer. I will take a good look at the condition and length of my hair. I will use BT for approximately 8-10 weeks, 2 - 3 times a week. Around November, I will purchase a new wig for myself. It must be human hair, must have at least 2 inches of parting space, must be between 14 and 16 inches.

The wig i am now considering is the Sensationnel Ashley

It costs $119 at hairwigharlem.com as of today. It is similar to my mariah wig but it is human hair so it will last longer.

Hope this plan works.

POTENTIAL NEW WIG PURCHASE

I discovered the Beshe Mira wig and I'm in love!!!

It is a human hair wig and cost $120 at the wig outlet in new carrolton. I however found it for $79.99 at hairwigharlem.com and will order it.

Yes, I have not used my Mariah wig in almost a year and technically I do not need a wig. However, with the setback I suffered when I straightened my hair 3 weeks in a row, I am reminded that my wig prevents the need to apply heat at home and preserves the integrity and health of my hair. If I am ever going to get to APL and full BSL, I have to be aggressive in maintaining length. My no-heat approach obviously works towards that goal and I should not mess around. I remember when I had a setback of uneven ends and breakage when I was going to Sintia's while stretching.

So, I will purchase the wig and use it when I need to go places and don't want to style my hair. I will also purchase a plastic wig stand from the wig outlet so that I can house this wig properly. I will have to be careful cutting the lace and caring for the wig. I should find out what to do with my old wig....

MY POST AT HAIRLISTA

Lacefront Wig on a Baby?

Its even getting comments, yay!

I GOT A WIG!

I purchased a lace front wig for about $96 about 2 weeks ago and have been enjoying the length it gives me. I have to say, that this wig, is definitely the hair length I would love to have - just around BSL.

The wig is a synthetic lace front wig and it works for me. Here are a couple pics.

I visited Black Hair Media forum and got some additional sites with great wig options -

1. The Luxurious Hair Boutique: I like the 'Chanel' wig
   
2. The Hair Network: I like the 'Beyonce' wig
3. Love My Lace Wig:
4. List of recommended sellers available here
5. Another site to buy synthetics at a cheaper price here
   

I am now searching for the Afro Beauty Love Lace Wig. I spoke to the distributor but am yet to find it in this area. Hopefully, I will.