WIG CHALLENGE 2008

[DreamLife]

I'm not in the challenge, but I just bought my first half wig last weekend and wore it today. Like gelati said I have a serious headache after wearing it all day...I guess I'm going to have to try the bobby pins...but I'm scared. But I have another question. How are you fixing your hair underneath? I wanted to cowash everyday the part that will be hidden and rollerset my whole head once a week (I won't be washing the rollerset out the front part that will be showing). I wish I could wear full wigs but they just look too wiggy/wiggish (lol) on me. I just want my hair underneath to be protected (especially my ends) but I can't put it in a bun because it will be too bulky.

 

[Aggie]

Okay ladies,

Please please please check my fotki. I finally put some pics of my wigs and falls in there and while you're there please leave a comment on what you think.

Cheekqueen, thanks for the extra push gurlfriend to get those pics in there. My niece and I had so much fun taking those pics last night. She's my little photographer right now and she's lovin' it.

Here's the actual link to my protective styling album:-

http://public.fotki.com/LadyAggie/protective-styling/protective-styling/

 

[wannabelong]

Here is a pic of me with my very first half wig. I just purchased 3 more from hairsisters.com

 

[LayneJ]

Ladies who purchase wigs online:

You can price match at www.GMBShair.com. So if you find a wig you like on their site, plug the name/brand into the search engine (that's what I did ) and see if you can find it for less, elsewhere. I usually don't buy online, but I saved a few dollars with GMBS and price matching.

Just make sure, when checking out, to enter in the comment section that you are price matching, the competitor's price of the wig, and the link to that site. You can also choose to have them ship USPS (less expensive) by mentioning that in the comment section, also.

HTH!

 

[gelati]

Did it hurt in the front or back. I usually only put the combs in the front in the ones in the back I don't put them in I usually cut them off. My half wig stays in place.

I just put the front ones in my hair, my scalp is on fire!!!! Caramelty, so your not having any breakage with the combs in the front?

 

[gelati]

I'm so sorry Gelati!

I wear full wigs, but you may want to cut out all of the combn and use extension clips (just sew in a few) to secure.

Thanks CurliDiva, this is a great idea!!!!

 

[gelati]

LOL!! I got a serious laugh from this one. I don't use the combs. I just place my wig cap on and apply my wig and secure with a few bobby pins around the perimeter. I am too paranoid the combs will cause breakage.

Cheekqueen, this is a great idea too. I just love your different protective styles in your fotki!!!! You have some serious talent!!!! I tried a couple of them and they was a sight!!!! I'll just stick to the half wigs for now!!!!

 

[CHEEKQUEEN]

Okay ladies,

Please please please check my fotki. I finally put some pics of my wigs and falls in there and while you're there please leave a comment on what you think.

Cheekqueen, thanks for the extra push gurlfriend to get those pics in there. My niece and I had so much fun taking those pics last night. She's my little photographer right now and she's lovin' it.

Here's the actual link to my protective styling album:-

http://public.fotki.com/LadyAggie/protective-styling/protective-styling/

Aww, you're welcome, Ms. Aggie!! You are my wig inspiration! Your pics gave me that little push of confidence to go out and venture into the land of full wigs. I am on the hunt yet again!! To be continued........


I think I am going to give my head a rest for the remainder of the week. I had a headache at work today. I had to go in the bathroom and yank that thing off and inspect what the problem was. So I had two trouble spots. I had a bobby pin sitting right on that little bone behind my ear and my headband made it press really hard and I THOUGHT that was the cause of the headache. Boy, was I wrong. I go for another round in the handicap stall. I take everything off including all bobby pins and my wig cap. Uh huh, I find the problem. I made a mistake and left my elastic headband on underneath my wig cap. I took that sucker off and reassembled everything and what do ya know. My headache was gone...
It was such a relief. I almost told my boss I was going home.

 

[2buttonsnow3]

Okay ladies,

Please please please check my fotki. I finally put some pics of my wigs and falls in there and while you're there please leave a comment on what you think.

Cheekqueen, thanks for the extra push gurlfriend to get those pics in there. My niece and I had so much fun taking those pics last night. She's my little photographer right now and she's lovin' it.

Here's the actual link to my protective styling album:-

http://public.fotki.com/LadyAggie/protective-styling/protective-styling/

Lady Aggie You got in going onnnnnnn!!!!!!!!!!!!I Want to be just like you when I grow up. You remind me of Angela Bassett

 

[2buttonsnow3]

I ordered wigs from Hair sister they should be here the end of this week

 

[NCRapunzel]

I am falling out cause last night I was getting it good....my wigs are my own creation so they are glued onto a stocking cap and I am cornrowed underneath, I was so worried when we were doing the do and he didnt know this was wig....it was shifting and eventually I was like fouk it and snatched it off , to my surprise he says I love you with short hair. WHAT!!! Homeboy I am on a mission to long hair....i dont think men pay that much attention...girl cause these cornrows have me looking like i just left the pen.....didnt stop my action....

Giiirrrl, you are brave! I was in a similar "situation" and I could feel my wig sliding. I just knew once that sucker came off the thrill would be gone! So, I pulled him close and hugged him tightly (with him facing over my shoulder) and adjusted my piece real quick-like. Unfortunately, it wasn't secure enough --that was one time I wished I'd used the dang combs. Before I knew it my full wig had slid back so far it looked like a half! I pulled him close again and this time dug those combs in as quickly as I could. I don't think he even had a clue! Hopefully, my hair is very forgiving...Lesson learned: Make sure your stuff is secure before you have a gentleman caller! Who knows, you might be doing this before the night is over

 

[Jetblackhair]

Okay ladies,

Please please please check my fotki. I finally put some pics of my wigs and falls in there and while you're there please leave a comment on what you think.

Cheekqueen, thanks for the extra push gurlfriend to get those pics in there. My niece and I had so much fun taking those pics last night. She's my little photographer right now and she's lovin' it.

Here's the actual link to my protective styling album:-

http://public.fotki.com/LadyAggie/protective-styling/protective-styling/

Aggie, You are definitely a wig diva! All of your styles looked very nice

 

[Jetblackhair]

Ladies who purchase wigs online:

You can price match at www.GMBShair.com. So if you find a wig you like on their site, plug the name/brand into the search engine (that's what I did ) and see if you can find it for less, elsewhere. I usually don't buy online, but I saved a few dollars with GMBS and price matching.

Just make sure, when checking out, to enter in the comment section that you are price matching, the competitor's price of the wig, and the link to that site. You can also choose to have them ship USPS (less expensive) by mentioning that in the comment section, also.

HTH!

Thanks for this information Minny, every little penny helps!

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

Giiirrrl, you are brave! I was in a similar "situation" and I could feel my wig sliding. I just knew once that sucker came off the thrill would be gone! So, I pulled him close and hugged him tightly (with him facing over my shoulder) and adjusted my piece real quick-like. Unfortunately, it wasn't secure enough --that was one time I wished I'd used the dang combs. Before I knew it my full wig had slid back so far it looked like a half! I pulled him close again and this time dug those combs in as quickly as I could. I don't think he even had a clue! Hopefully, my hair is very forgiving...Lesson learned: Make sure your stuff is secure before you have a gentleman caller! Who knows, you might be doing this before the night is over

yes in damn deed!!! LMBAO!!

 

[glamazon386]

Giiirrrl, you are brave! I was in a similar "situation" and I could feel my wig sliding. I just knew once that sucker came off the thrill would be gone! So, I pulled him close and hugged him tightly (with him facing over my shoulder) and adjusted my piece real quick-like. Unfortunately, it wasn't secure enough --that was one time I wished I'd used the dang combs. Before I knew it my full wig had slid back so far it looked like a half! I pulled him close again and this time dug those combs in as quickly as I could. I don't think he even had a clue! Hopefully, my hair is very forgiving...Lesson learned: Make sure your stuff is secure before you have a gentleman caller! Who knows, you might be doing this before the night is over

 

[apemay1969]

I'm attaching a picture of my new curly wig I purchased this past weekend. It's call the Jamie by Pretty Woman. It is $19.99 at the Beauty Supply Warehouse...so what do you think?

That is so cute on you. It even looks good with your glasses - which I'm chicken to try. That's too many things resting behind my ears at one time.

 

[Duchesse]

Can I hand in the ultimate late pass and join this challenge? I tried wearing extensions but they only lasted two weeks so I decided to wear wigs and phonyponies instead. I'll post up a couple of pics later. Yay!

 

[CurliDiva]

Welcome KALLY and DUCHESSE!

 

[CurliDiva]

A couple of weeks ago I posted that I was on the lookout for MONOFILAMENT wigs.

A Mono wig is constructed like a LACEFRONT - meaning that strands of hair are attached to a thin net (lace) see-thru base instead of tracks to a thicker stocking or fake skin base like a regular wig. IMO, this is the BEST compromise between a regular wig and a pricey lacefront.

The great benefits of a MONOFILAMENT are 1. you don't have the fake, pale skin part showing, 2. the hair fall more naturally in any direction and 3. you can part the hair in different places.

Here is my personal review of the 3 brands that I seen/tried:

Red Carpet – Pure CRAP these wigs (the hair) just looked so stiff and fake in person! The mono base is so small, that it really does not allow you to part the hair more than an inch in any direction and the hair will not fall naturally from the part.

Sensationnel– Called the “Instant Mono Front” line on the tag. These are easy to find at most BSS, great variety of styles and colors at reasonable prices. I give the line two BIG thumbs up! :2cool: The mono base is larger than the Red Carpet brand and the hair really falls and lies how you part it!

I bought a Lily style in a great color combo – FS4/30! I look and feel sexy in this style!

Beverly Johnson – I am in love with BJ Handmade line! Unlike most MONO wigs, BJ’s “handmade” wigs are completely MONO. I mean the ENTIRE wig is attached to a thin see-thru base.

LADIES, THIS IS AS CLOSE TO A LACEFRONT THAT YOU WILL EVER GET FOR $40-60! Check online, even most synthetic lacefront still cost hundreds of dollars.

Because these wigs are hand–knotted to a see-thru base, the WHOLE wig could be parted anyway you want. It is feather light to wear and falls perfectly.

If you have ever seen a too bulky lacefront, you know why this is important. These wigs are not lacefront because they do have a thin band around the edges.

This is the Beverly Johnson “handmade collection” only! I never even noticed this important distinction online – I think I was distracted by BJ modeling all of the wig styles. The whole BJ "Handmade Line" is a little harder to find in BSS, but it is worth ordering online.

There are other brands out there, but unless they are full cap MONO, Beverly Johnson has a customer for LIFE!

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

A couple of weeks ago I posted that I was on the lookout for MONOFILAMENT wigs.

A Mono wig is constructed like a LACEFRONT - meaning that strands of hair are attached to a thin net (lace) see-thru base instead of tracks to a thicker stocking or fake skin base like a regular wig. IMO, this is the BEST compromise between a regular wig and a pricey lacefront.

The great benefits of a MONOFILAMENT are 1. you don't have the fake, pale skin part showing, 2. the hair fall more naturally in any direction and 3. you can part the hair in different places.

Here is my personal review of the 3 brands that I seen/tried:

Red Carpet – Pure CRAP these wigs (the hair) just looked so stiff and fake in person! The mono base is so small, that it really does not allow you to part the hair more than an inch in any direction and the hair will not fall naturally from the part.

Sensationnel– Called the “Instant Mono Front” line on the tag. These are easy to find at most BSS, great variety of styles and colors at reasonable prices. I give the line two BIG thumbs up! :2cool: The mono base is larger than the Red Carpet brand and the hair really falls and lies how you part it!

I bought a Lily style in a great color combo – FS4/30! I look and feel sexy in this style!

Beverly Johnson – I am in love with BJ Handmade line! Unlike most MONO wigs, BJ’s “handmade” wigs are completely MONO. I mean the ENTIRE wig is attached to a thin see-thru base.

LADIES, THIS IS AS CLOSE TO A LACEFRONT THAT YOU WILL EVER GET FOR $40-60! Check online, even most synthetic lacefront still cost hundreds of dollars.

Because these wigs are hand–knotted to a see-thru base, the WHOLE wig could be parted anyway you want. It is feather light to wear and falls perfectly.

If you have ever seen a too bulky lacefront, you know why this is important. These wigs are not lacefront because they do have a thin band around the edges.

This is the Beverly Johnson “handmade collection” only! I never even noticed this important distinction online – I think I was distracted by BJ modeling all of the wig styles. The whole BJ "Handmade Line" is a little harder to find in BSS, but it is worth ordering online.

There are other brands out there, but unless they are full cap MONO, Beverly Johnson has a customer for LIFE!

Kewl...cause I had pegged the BJ hair as the Bantu of Weaves....gotta go take a peek...

 

[kally]

I came across this site if anyone needs a style of wig to choose from.



http://africanamericanwigs.net/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=1

 

[damarc94]

Do you have a link where you buy the BJ handmade wigs? TIA

A couple of weeks ago I posted that I was on the lookout for MONOFILAMENT wigs.

A Mono wig is constructed like a LACEFRONT - meaning that strands of hair are attached to a thin net (lace) see-thru base instead of tracks to a thicker stocking or fake skin base like a regular wig. IMO, this is the BEST compromise between a regular wig and a pricey lacefront.

The great benefits of a MONOFILAMENT are 1. you don't have the fake, pale skin part showing, 2. the hair fall more naturally in any direction and 3. you can part the hair in different places.

Here is my personal review of the 3 brands that I seen/tried:

Red Carpet – Pure CRAP these wigs (the hair) just looked so stiff and fake in person! The mono base is so small, that it really does not allow you to part the hair more than an inch in any direction and the hair will not fall naturally from the part.

Sensationnel– Called the “Instant Mono Front” line on the tag. These are easy to find at most BSS, great variety of styles and colors at reasonable prices. I give the line two BIG thumbs up! :2cool: The mono base is larger than the Red Carpet brand and the hair really falls and lies how you part it!

I bought a Lily style in a great color combo – FS4/30! I look and feel sexy in this style!

Beverly Johnson – I am in love with BJ Handmade line! Unlike most MONO wigs, BJ’s “handmade” wigs are completely MONO. I mean the ENTIRE wig is attached to a thin see-thru base.

LADIES, THIS IS AS CLOSE TO A LACEFRONT THAT YOU WILL EVER GET FOR $40-60! Check online, even most synthetic lacefront still cost hundreds of dollars.

Because these wigs are hand–knotted to a see-thru base, the WHOLE wig could be parted anyway you want. It is feather light to wear and falls perfectly.

If you have ever seen a too bulky lacefront, you know why this is important. These wigs are not lacefront because they do have a thin band around the edges.

This is the Beverly Johnson “handmade collection” only! I never even noticed this important distinction online – I think I was distracted by BJ modeling all of the wig styles. The whole BJ "Handmade Line" is a little harder to find in BSS, but it is worth ordering online.

There are other brands out there, but unless they are full cap MONO, Beverly Johnson has a customer for LIFE!

 

[wannabelong]

A couple of weeks ago I posted that I was on the lookout for MONOFILAMENT wigs.

A Mono wig is constructed like a LACEFRONT - meaning that strands of hair are attached to a thin net (lace) see-thru base instead of tracks to a thicker stocking or fake skin base like a regular wig. IMO, this is the BEST compromise between a regular wig and a pricey lacefront.

The great benefits of a MONOFILAMENT are 1. you don't have the fake, pale skin part showing, 2. the hair fall more naturally in any direction and 3. you can part the hair in different places.

Here is my personal review of the 3 brands that I seen/tried:

Red Carpet – Pure CRAP these wigs (the hair) just looked so stiff and fake in person! The mono base is so small, that it really does not allow you to part the hair more than an inch in any direction and the hair will not fall naturally from the part.

Sensationnel– Called the “Instant Mono Front” line on the tag. These are easy to find at most BSS, great variety of styles and colors at reasonable prices. I give the line two BIG thumbs up! :2cool: The mono base is larger than the Red Carpet brand and the hair really falls and lies how you part it!

I bought a Lily style in a great color combo – FS4/30! I look and feel sexy in this style!

Beverly Johnson – I am in love with BJ Handmade line! Unlike most MONO wigs, BJ’s “handmade” wigs are completely MONO. I mean the ENTIRE wig is attached to a thin see-thru base.

LADIES, THIS IS AS CLOSE TO A LACEFRONT THAT YOU WILL EVER GET FOR $40-60! Check online, even most synthetic lacefront still cost hundreds of dollars.

Because these wigs are hand–knotted to a see-thru base, the WHOLE wig could be parted anyway you want. It is feather light to wear and falls perfectly.

If you have ever seen a too bulky lacefront, you know why this is important. These wigs are not lacefront because they do have a thin band around the edges.

This is the Beverly Johnson “handmade collection” only! I never even noticed this important distinction online – I think I was distracted by BJ modeling all of the wig styles. The whole BJ "Handmade Line" is a little harder to find in BSS, but it is worth ordering online.

There are other brands out there, but unless they are full cap MONO, Beverly Johnson has a customer for LIFE!

Thanks for the info, it was extremely helpful. *** off to check out the BJ line***

 

[good2uuuu]

I just want a wig that will fit my big head!

 

[tess1913]

Question?
Do you have to glue anything with the mono wig? An asian lady tried to sell me one the other day at the bss.

 

[MsMaysRus]

That is so cute on you. It even looks good with your glasses - which I'm chicken to try. That's too many things resting behind my ears at one time.

Thank you...Yes I was afraid to wear the glasses with it too, but after I took the picture I was like "Oh..ok!"...I surprised myself.

 

[CurliDiva]

I swear I never even looked twice at the Beverly Johnson wigs online before. When the woman at the BSS show me one and then "apologized" because it was $49 --I "tried" to contain my excitement!

She didn't have many of the styles, but she gave me a brochure showing the Handmade line and let me look thru her thick catalog that had a picture of everything in it! I'm only interested in longer length ones. She told me that she could not order more until she sold what she had in-stock, but she was very helpful. I think it helped that I was her only customer at the time.

Here are some websites: (most wig site don't show all of the styles)
www.amekor.com - BJ offical site, but they don't actually sell the wigs
www.sensationnel.com - check out the "Instant Mono Front"
www.hairsisters.com
www.bestwigoutlet.com

You don't have to use glue/tape with a Mono wig, because it still has a band around the edges like a regular wig.

 

[CHEEKQUEEN]

Cheekqueen, this is a great idea too. I just love your different protective styles in your fotki!!!! You have some serious talent!!!! I tried a couple of them and they was a sight!!!! I'll just stick to the half wigs for now!!!!

Thank you, gelati!! I like to play with my hair a little on wash days. I rarely get to see it because I am always in my wigs!!

 

[tess1913]

Okay Thanks

 

[carletta]

I'm in !!!

Of course I've been doing this for about 2 months already. Will Keep doing this till spring or summer 08