How Much is a Quality Wig in 2023?

A quality wig can have a starting price between $100 to $5000, Whether you’re a newbie or you just want to start shopping for wigs this year, you need to know the current estimates of wig costs. This knowledge will help you to adjust your budget realistically to match market prices. In this article, you’ll learn what to consider before paying for a quality wig in 2023.

Factors to Consider When Determining the Price of a Good Wig

1.Quality

This is the major factor to consider when determining the price of a wig. The type, texture, density, and durability determine the quality of a wig. The ease of styling and how natural it will look on the wearer’s head also determine the quality. Most importantly, the wig’s construction affects its quality. Let us examine each of these features:

Hair Type: There are generally three types of a wig and they are human hair, synthetic hair and blend hair. Human hair wigs are wigs constructed from natural human hair and are high quality. On the other hand, producers make synthetic wigs from man-made fibers such as plastic, nylon, and acrylic. The producers of this hair use these fibers to make them resemble natural hair. Synthetic wigs are less quality than human hair wigs. Finally, there are the blend wigs which are a mix of both human hair and synthetic hair. These types of wigs are usually of average quality.

Construction: Hand-tied wigs are usually of better quality than machine-sewn wigs. This is because wigs whose hairs are tied in by hand tend to give a more natural-looking finish as opposed to those sewn by machine.

Texture and Density: When it comes to this, how smooth and healthy a hair feels determines its texture. Density, on the other hand, refers to the thickness or thinness of the hair. This, in turn, determines its quality.

Durability: Quality wigs should be able to last for months or even a couple of years despite regular styling. It should not easily lose shape, color, or texture.

Styling: Quality wigs should allow for a variety of styling options such as crimping, straightening, curling, dyeing, etc.

2.Location/Source

Where the producer obtains the hair is also a determinant of its price. Producers usually source human hair wigs from countries like Malaysia, Brazil, India, and Peru. These hairs come in different densities, textures, bodies, lengths, and shine. Indian and Peruvian hair is usually more expensive than the other hair types.

3.Length and Volume 

Some wigs are longer or fuller than others and this can consume more material. As such, longer or fuller hair may cost more money than shorter or thinner hair.

4.Vendor/Brand

The vendor or brand selling the wig to you also determines how much you’ll pay for it. What a vendor may sell for $100, a brand may sell for $150, and vice versa.

5.Customization

Some brands allow their customers the option of customizing a wig to suit their measurements and tastes. This can also influence the price of the wig. Some custom wigs can have a starting price as high as $1000 and above.

Types of Wigs and Their Estimated Price

100% Virgin Hair Wig

This type of hair is hair in its pure form. That means it has not undergone any form of processing such as dyeing, stripping, or bleaching. You may get virgin hair for as low as $100 and above.

Human Hair Wigs

These types of hair can be broadly divided into two which are Remy and non-Remy hair. Remy hair is one that is gotten from a single donor and maintains good quality while non-Remy hair comes from multiple donors and may not have quality as high. As such, Remy hair is more expensive than non-Remy hair. Remy hair can have a starting price of $100 and above while non-Remy hair can cost lower than this.

Unlike Virgin human hair, human hair wigs undergo chemical processing.

Blend Hair Wigs

Because blend wigs are a mix of human and synthetic hair, they feel more natural than a pure synthetic wig. They could cost as low as $30 and as high as $100.

Hand-tied Hair Wigs

As explained already, this type of hair is knotted into the wig by hand. Its starting price can be between $500 to $1000 and above. This is because its construction process is more laborious than a machine-sewn wig.

Machine-sewn Wigs

This type of wig is made by attaching wefts of hair onto a wig cap using a sewing machine. Because the process is easier and faster, it is usually cheaper than a hand-tied wig. It can cost up to $100 or less.

Glued/Taped Wigs

This type of wig is made by gluing or taping the hair onto the wig cap. It costs less than $100.

Summary

With the knowledge you have received, you can now set a realistic budget for your next wig. You can also purchase some quality affordable wigs here.