Being a child can be fraught with trauma under normal circumstances. Add to that having an illness, especially one that causes hair loss, and it can totally shatter a child's confidence and self-image. Treating them to a well-fitting and smartly styled wig can make a world of difference to their outlook on themselves and their future. Some health insurance companies will shell out for a “cranial prosthesis” for which your doctor can write a prescription.
Real vs Synthetic Hair
One of the biggest decisions you and your child will face when selecting the best wigs for kids is whether to have real human hair, synthetic hair, or heat-friendly synthetic hair. Human hair is more flexible in that it can be heat-styled and washed just like natural hair. The downside is that it requires far more maintenance and attention than a synthetic hair wig.
Human hair wigs also cost significantly more than synthetic wigs. If your child is at an age where they are rapidly growing, it will be far less expensive to buy replacements when they upgrade to the next size up. Another advantage to a synthetic hair wig is that it will maintain its shape and style with minimal fussing. Opting for the heat-friendly synthetic option will allow for more styling options and is a good middle ground between regular synthetic hair and real human hair.
Style Considerations
As soon as it is convenient, you may want to take your child to the stylist to have the wig cut while it is on the child’s head. All wigs have surplus hair, especially at the temples, and may need to be trimmed to fit the individual shape of your child’s face. If the wig is synthetic, make sure the stylist knows to use special shears.
Other hints and tips for styling a child’s wig: