Hair extensions vs. wigs is a common dilemma among those who search for a corrective solution that conceals hair loss and other issues. It may be a result of a disease, chemotherapy, rapid decline in health, or vitamin and microelements deficits, and it often affects confidence, particularly among women.
Reaching out for these solutions can bring this confidence back - so it's always worth it! They both allow you to change your looks instantly and make your hair look much longer and thicker. You can also use it for one-time or a temporary metamorphosis that will boost your look.
What to take into account when choosing between hair extensions and wigs?
Hair extensions - when are they worth it?
The extensions are perfect both for short-term and long-term metamorphosis - you just have to select the appropriate method. However, it won't be suitable for those who lose much hair daily. That's because the extensions are usually attached to your own strands. Thus, once you start losing your hair rapidly, you'll use the hair extensions, too.
That refers particularly to the tape-in and clip-in methods. They may make the hair even weaker and cause damage, so they are not the best fit for people who struggle with hair loss. In their case, the micro-ring method will be a better fit.
Note that in order to attach the micro-ring extensions, your hair should be at least 10-12 centimeters long. In the case of tape in extensions, clip-in, and weave extensions, the minimum length of natural strands is 7 centimeters.
When to pick a wig?
Once the hair loss becomes really rapid and visible, we would recommend switching to human hair wigs. But that's not the only case. If your hair is weak and damaged and you want to avoid further deterioration of its state, you may want to go for a wig, too. That's because, in the end, extensions may be quite a burden.