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SelfStyled said:
I would would have been pegged you for this one,I have seen your fotki lady:yep:. Seriously though, much cheaper than a sew in, not as damaging, but can really just give your hair a break from the daily manipulation.

Steal and steal shamelessly.
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Nope, I've been utilizing those darn come which make my hair sore after to long and I end up pulling that boy off at work. lol So now I'm getting those comes OUT!
 
sweetpeadst said:
So I got my wig and it is sooooooooooooooo thin I'm scared to wear it! :wallbash:
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Either exchange it or you can buy some weave hair that is similar in texture and color and sew some tracks to the foundation of the wig where you would want to see additional thickness.
 
sweetpeadst said:
So I got my wig and it is sooooooooooooooo thin I'm scared to wear it! :wallbash:
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Isn't it better for the wig to be thin rater than being too thick and looking obviously fake? I agree that I would like to see some pics of you in the wig, though. It may not be as thin as you think!
 
I am new to this wig thing so I ordered this thing called New Hair.

http://www.especiallyyours.com/dept.asp?did=178&cid=1&mscssid=&adsrc=CLPY

Have you guys tried it?

It is like a 3/4 wig, but you only have that U shaped part out kinda like a sew in. I think it seems cool so I ordered it. I will tell you guys how I like it but you should check it out online and tell me what you all think.

I plan on braiding my hair underneath (kinda crown and glory) and stretch my relaxers for a 6 months at a time. I will just flat iron my hair that is left out. I hope this goes well.:perplexed
 
NaturalgurlAZ said:
I was wondering...
has anyone taken a half-wig or instant weave and cut out the combs and sewn it in instead?
I'm thinking of doing that instead of using the combs, I think they are damaging my hair :sad:
I have tried bobby pins but they make my head sore:ohwell:
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Hey NaturalgurlAZ,

I've done this with great sucess!

This is a great option when you want extra stablitiy -ex. business trip, vacation, or just special :lick: activities.

I just make a cornrow around my edges and make a few braids with the hair in the middle. I sew the edges of the wig to the cornrow around the edges. Most of my styles have bangs, so I don't have to worry about the hairline too much.

I just remove every Wed and Sun to do my normal wash & con regimen. I moisturize my hair really good before sewing and then add additonal with a pointed tip bottle if needed.
 
princessnad said:
I am new to this wig thing so I ordered this thing called New Hair.

http://www.especiallyyours.com/dept.asp?did=178&cid=1&mscssid=&adsrc=CLPY

Have you guys tried it?

It is like a 3/4 wig, but you only have that U shaped part out kinda like a sew in. I think it seems cool so I ordered it. I will tell you guys how I like it but you should check it out online and tell me what you all think.

I plan on braiding my hair underneath (kinda crown and glory) and stretch my relaxers for a 6 months at a time. I will just flat iron my hair that is left out. I hope this goes well.:perplexed
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Hi Princessnad!

I can't wait to hear how this wig works out for you. It seems like a great idea!

Curli
 
AtlantaJJ said:
Your hair is so pretty!! I don't use the combs either, they will cause breakage. I wear lace fronts with bobby pins and I don't get any breakage at all, but with regular wigs, never use the combs :nono:

LOL at your SO!! Your hair is so pretty :yep:
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Awe thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You've got a gorgeous head yourself!:grin::grin::grin::grin:
 
A lot of good tips! Too bad I don't know how to sew or French braid! :rolleyes: Heres a pic of me in my new HH wig!
 

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ok i wore it today and i just needed to comb it out and it looked great almost like Caramel Diva! I will be wearing it alot! I caught some girls at church checking it out
 
princessnad said:
I am new to this wig thing so I ordered this thing called New Hair.

http://www.especiallyyours.com/dept.asp?did=178&cid=1&mscssid=&adsrc=CLPY

Have you guys tried it?

It is like a 3/4 wig, but you only have that U shaped part out kinda like a sew in. I think it seems cool so I ordered it. I will tell you guys how I like it but you should check it out online and tell me what you all think.

I plan on braiding my hair underneath (kinda crown and glory) and stretch my relaxers for a 6 months at a time. I will just flat iron my hair that is left out. I hope this goes well.:perplexed
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These "new hair" wigs are expensive. But they do look nice. The u-shape option is called the OMEGA otherwise. You can find that style in other brands with the u-shape. I know it would be much easier to blend but I've definetly not seen it in the BSS.
 
I wore a 1/2 wig (the lazy way, with a headband) today to church. I cannot get over how easy it is. It's like the best thing ever for someone who doesn't like to style their hair but likes to look like they've styled their hair :spinning: I came home and put a deep conditioner in my hair (cholesterol souped up with olive oil and lavender oil :yep:)
 
Caramela said:
I wore a 1/2 wig (the lazy way, with a headband) today to church. I cannot get over how easy it is. It's like the best thing ever for someone who doesn't like to style their hair but likes to look like they've styled their hair :spinning: I came home and put a deep conditioner in my hair (cholesterol souped up with olive oil and lavender oil :yep:)
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I total AGREE, Caramela!

I con wash this morning, pulled my hair back in a low bun and tucked on a wig cap and then my wig and hit the door in less than an HOUR!

I also love that I can change my look (curly, straight, solid color or highlights) in seconds!
 
CurliDiva said:
Hi Cmesweet,

I agree that you would probably need to wear stronger makeup (to bring out for eyes) with this style since it covers the top and sides of the face.

Also, your earrings would be hidden unless you wear long ones like the model. But the look is very cute.
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Yeah, I decided to keep it and work the eyes and earrings. I love long earrings, especially hoops.

Thanks for the input.
 
Since I had a set back I decided to join this challenge. I have serious breakage in the front. So while im doing the cayenne pepper challenge I will be rocking my wig like I do anyway. Below is a pic of my wig! I also have a curly one.
 

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I sewed in my fall and let me tell you ladies... I LOVE IT! Thank you so much Selfstyled. I would have NEVER thought to do this! It looks like my hair. I want to get a BSL human hair fall and try this. The one I have is about the same length as my own hair without the layers. I love this! Pictures in my fotki. Pw in my profile! Plus it was so EASY. I am all about easy.

Someone also said something about a wig/fall and the head band. Girl, I love that. It is so easy when you don't want your hair showing or want to manipulate your hair. I have so many head bands just for that reason! This wig challenge ROCKS!
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Please count me in... I've been doing this wig challenge unknowingly since the beginning of the year. I have a curly wig "instant weave" that is really making it happen for me. You can hardly tell it's a wig and it has this little "piece of scalp" portion on it that makes it look like it's yours.

My only concern is - it's held in place by a comb in the front and in the back - I fear that it's damaging the hair at the top / front of my head. Is anyone else experiencing this or have a solution?

Thanks ladies!

Okay - after reading through - I see that folks have had the same issue... I've been opting for the comb because I just don't want the wig to go blowing away with a good gust of wind. so I'll keep reading through for all the tips and tricks on how to keep it in place :)
 
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Caramela said:
These "new hair" wigs are expensive. But they do look nice. The u-shape option is called the OMEGA otherwise. You can find that style in other brands with the u-shape. I know it would be much easier to blend but I've definetly not seen it in the BSS.
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I had no idea they had these omega styles. Like I said before, I am new to the wig thing. Thanks for telling me. The ones I have seen online are in the same price range as the new hair (for human hair) maybe I'm not looking in the right place?
 
motherx2esq said:
I sewed in my fall and let me tell you ladies... I LOVE IT! Thank you so much Selfstyled. I would have NEVER thought to do this! It looks like my hair. I want to get a BSL human hair fall and try this. The one I have is about the same length as my own hair without the layers. I love this! Pictures in my fotki. Pw in my profile! Plus it was so EASY. I am all about easy.​


Someone also said something about a wig/fall and the head band. Girl, I love that. It is so easy when you don't want your hair showing or want to manipulate your hair. I have so many head bands just for that reason! This wig challenge ROCKS!​
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You did a great job sewing on your half wig. I also think your idea of sewing just the front and one side for easy access to your hair for moisturizing is good too.
 
motherx2esq said:
I sewed in my fall and let me tell you ladies... I LOVE IT! Thank you so much Selfstyled. I would have NEVER thought to do this! It looks like my hair. I want to get a BSL human hair fall and try this. The one I have is about the same length as my own hair without the layers. I love this! Pictures in my fotki. Pw in my profile! Plus it was so EASY. I am all about easy.​


Someone also said something about a wig/fall and the head band. Girl, I love that. It is so easy when you don't want your hair showing or want to manipulate your hair. I have so many head bands just for that reason! This wig challenge ROCKS!​
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It came out so good!!!! :love::clapping: Thanks for the tutorial. I like how you didn't leave out that much hair less, to blend. Good job!
 
Ladies as someone already stated Omega sells the u shaped half wigs for 29.99 at Hairsisters....I would like a New Hair wig, but that is way too much money. Also practice with an old wig,,,,try to cut out you own slit where you would like a part, all you would have to do is reinforce w/ a few stitches where you made the slit.
 
princessnad said:
I had no idea they had these omega styles. Like I said before, I am new to the wig thing. Thanks for telling me. The ones I have seen online are in the same price range as the new hair (for human hair) maybe I'm not looking in the right place?
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I don't know how you feel about synthetic hair, but you can find the omega style 1/2 wig in synthetic hair for much cheaper.
 
I would love to join..I started wearing a wig for the first time in my life (this weekend). I love the attention I recieve! I need to find a Human Hair Wig...I would love for people to give my some good brands and stores or websites. I can not read 60 page of the Thread..Too much on these old eyes.....
 
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