As the base material of a wig, your choice of wig cap is pretty important. Sitting directly on the scalp, the material of your wig cap has to be particularly comfortable and breathable to look after the skin on your head as well as preserve the health of any remaining natural hair.
That additional layer of material between your scalp and wig can make all the difference to comfort, cleanliness and the fit of your wig as Our Everyday Life explains:
“Wearing a wig cap is beneficial in holding the hair in place when wearing a wig, whether the hair is short or long. It also prevents the hair from breaking when a wig rubs against the scalp. If you have long hair and need to hold your hair back, it is the wig cap that secures the wig or the hair in place and prevents slipping. Wearing a wig cap also helps to maintain the cleanliness of the wig, as it separates the wig from the scalp.”
A cap can also improve the appearance of the wig, smoothing the lumps and bumps that prevent your wig from being as discreet as it can be.
There are several wig cap types to choose from so you’re certain to find the perfect base for you. In this blog post, we explore the top wig cap options.
The wefted wig cap is a popular choice and also the most basic wig cap construction on the market. Often referred to as a capless or open cap base, the wefted cap uses a system of synthetic or human hair wefts spaced throughout the wig cap to provide an open design that’s lightweight and breathable.
Wefted caps are generally less expensive than other wig cap types. They’re also used widely during the spring and summer months thanks to the easy, breezy construction that keeps the scalp cool and comfortable even on the season’s hottest and most humid days.
Many wefted cap styles also incorporate ‘permatease’ at the front of the wig to introduce additional volume and lift for more natural, discreet wig wear.
Using wefts and a section of sheer mesh, the monofilament cap is well known for its discreet finish. The mesh blends seamlessly with the skin to achieve a natural appearance, and it’s versatile too.
Individual fibres are hand-tied into the mesh to replicate the natural movement of hair. As a result, monofilament wigs can be parted in any direction to open up a whole new world of styling opportunities. The mesh material itself is lightweight and soft, making it the ideal cap choice for those with sensitive skin.
Due to its sophisticated construction, wigs with monofilament caps tend to be costlier. Many wig wearers however are happy to pay the price for minimal irritation, increased comfort, and a beautiful, natural look.
Using lace instead of mesh, lace front wigs provide a hairline that’s undetectable no matter which way you style it. The lace itself creates the illusion of natural hair, which means you can enjoy those pulled back hairstyles once again.
The lace front cap can give you the confidence to wear your wig discreetly every day. They’re also great choices for people suffering from significant hair loss or thinning along the hairline. This wig cap type must be handled with care however due to the delicate nature of the lace front.
Crafted by hand and intricately knotted, these bespoke caps are the best in the business. Thanks to their individually tied strands and the use of lightweight mesh, wearers can enjoy optimum styling versatility, quality design, and natural-looking hair movement.
The hand-tied nature of this cap type along with the lack of wefts makes hand-tied wigs ultra-comfortable and extremely breathable. With this, they’re fantastic options for people suffering from total hair loss or those with particularly sensitive scalps.Find the wig cap and style that works for you by shopping with us today.
