Lace wig vs. Hair Weaves

Lace wigs versus hair weaving is the ultimate battleunder a stocking cap. This is an option that cannot be
that was bound to happen. For years, weavinghad with a hair weave. Since the lace wig itself acts
techniques have been the preferred choice foras the natural hairline and scalp, none of your own
women who wanted to change their look withouthair needs to be out so it acts as a protective style.
drastically changing their own hair. Now, many peopleThis means that in harsh weather conditions, your
have migrated to using lace wigs for their realistichair will be protected from damage.
look and seamless fit. For those of you who are stillCost Effectiveness
choosing sides, the differences are stark and listedAs the price of lace wigs and weaves vary greatly,
below.the cost effectiveness is in the eye of the beholder.
Realistic LookSome women feel as though their at home full
Through various weaving techniques, many stylesweave is well worth the lower cost while others will
have a natural appearance. If your natural hair crownonly go to the top salon for installation. A simple way
is exposed, this is as real as it gets. Another methodto compare is to look at the cost of maintenance
includes the net or cap weaves. This technique allowsovertime.
for your braided hair under the stocking cap or netA hair weave will require the purchase of hair. Human
to grow without creating a cone head appearance.hair at longer lengths is often more expensive just
While all of these methods are advancements fromlike with lace wigs. Your hair must then be washed,
traditional weaving techniques, lace wigs have went adeep conditioned and braided. The process is the
step further.same with a lace wig with the exception of braided
Lace wigs are similar in the sense that they are madehair which is completely optional.
to attain a natural looking hairline and part. With laceDepending if this is an at home style, the installation
wigs, the base is typically French lace or Swiss lacefor a weave can cost anywhere from $60 to $300
so that it can be applied directly to the skin. Toand up. For lace wigs, this is almost identical. While
achieve a natural part, none of your natural hairlace wigs are rather expensive on the front end,
needs to be out as the lace wig acts as your hairthey can last a lifetime. A hair weave can usually be
and your scalp in one unit.worn for no more than 2 months.
Healthy Hair & GrowthAfter the weave is taken out, the whole process of
An added bonus of a hair weave can be potential hairpurchasing hair, braiding, and installation must be
growth. Many women get weaves to try differentrepeated at the same costs. For lace wigs, you can
styles but they also do this so they cannot damageuse the same lace wig over again after washing.
their own hair. The problem with this is that theWhen your lace wig is lacking, you can simply have it
weave itself can cause some issues. Tight braids andrepaired versus buying a brand new one. The overall
the weaving string that is laced through the braidscost and ease of a lace wig seems very worth the
can cause significant damage if not properly caredfront end cost as it is a long term investment in your
for. For women who were tired of taking out theirbeauty.
weave and seeing damaged hair, lace wigs were theSome women love their weaves but for those who
answer.decide to switch over to lace wigs, very few are
Lace wigs are almost certain to aid in hair growth anddisappointed and seldom return to the unnatural
prevent damaged hair. You have the option ofappearance, costly process, and potential hair
braiding the natural hair or simply wearing it unbraideddamage that a weave causes.