What are the differences between synthetic hair and human hair?
Synthetic Hair Human Hair Weight Lighter in weight Heavier in weight Curl Permanently set; wash & go Must be recurled after washing Color Rich, brilliant colors & blends Colors not as rich, especially blondes Fading Fade-resistant Colors oxidize & fade with UV exposure Durability Replace after 3-6 months of wear Replace after 1 year of wear Heat Damage Cannot get near any source of heat Not damaged by heat Cost Less expensive More expensive Shine Hair is shinier than human hair Reflects light more realistically Styling Restyling must be professionally done Easy to restyle yourself • What is special about a Monofilament wig? [top] Making a monofilament wig your wig of choice means that it will be much harder for people to tell that you are wearing a wig. The reason is the material used to construct the wig. Monofilament wigs are much more comfortable, especially for those with sensitive scalps. Instead of a cloth fabric, monofilament wigs use ultra thin, breathable gauze like material.