Comments on: Purchased A Few Wigs On Ebay – What A Disaster!

By: JlohairFan2020

JlohairFan2020 — Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:59:24 +0000

I have stacks of wigs that have erased my dollars, yet still decorate my closet. At times, I bag them up for goodwill.

By: Akila

Akila — Sat, 17 Sep 2016 23:57:38 +0000

If I can put in my humble opinion to this thread . I didn’t read throughout in detail all answers but I wear wigs that reach great realism. If one needs a good set that is within budget ($250-350) synthetic or human hair ($1900+) I would go for my fave and only brand Rachel Welch wigs… or Louis Ferret.
No pain no suffering no drama. Real good investment

By: Susanne

Susanne — Sat, 09 Apr 2016 16:37:57 +0000

Just hopped on eBay after about a years break… wow what a mass to wade through. I’ve bought almost all my wigs on eBay and I sell preowned wigs as well, sometimes new purchased from close-outs. There is so much deception. I agree with the previous poster, stay away from buying from China, you will get a cosplay wig 90% of the time. Many Chinese sellers steal their pics from designer website model photos of $500 wigs, and they say they are designer labels and that is a baldface lie. I’ve fallen for 2 of these, ugh, but I should have known, for $10 or $20 you will only get junk, unless it is a preowned wig or a chemo patient that just wants to get rid of theirs. That being said, you can find some great deals. My fave right now is a $300 wig I got new for $120, Renau Drew rooted blonde. INSIST on seeing pics of just the wig, from all sides, and inside out from several angles. You can see the quality. FIRST shop the designer wig stores for the best, and jot down the details of ones you love. If you are on a tight budget, Paula Young. If you are looking for top quality, shop namebrandwigs.com they have all the designers and are THE LOWEST on the internet, lower than eBay. Call and ask if they have another discount, because they do have a kind of secret discount. I’d say, leave eBay for down the line, it’s not for a wig noob. When you search eBay on the left, check US Only. I also search for preowned. We ladies can be picky, it took me about 10 buys before I found one I really loved, and then I had some very nice ones to resell. Ladies, sell the ones you bought and didn’t like on eBay, and get a good price. I don’t mind if a wig was tried on by someone else before I wear it, that can happen at a brick and mortar store too.
If you are overwhelmed, I’d recommend buying Noriko Reese. It’s a great wig, comes in fantastic colors, and looks good on everyone. You can get it for about $65 on namebrand. Super easy to style, just shake it when it’s half wet after wash, and let it dry on a wig stand. It’s about the perfect wig. Measure your head, how-to’s on the major sites. Noriko will fit a petite tolerably well, and all the way to average-large. You can also snip the back elastic on either side of the tag for more room. PS Invest in wig shampoo. Oils in regular shampoos will degrade the fiber. Revlon’s Texturizing is the best, it practically styles the wig for you. Good luck!

By: Margaret

Margaret — Fri, 26 Dec 2014 12:33:16 +0000

Hi I live in scotland and we get two wigs a year from NHS I’ve also bought wigs on ebay and been in tears I have alopiecia because imune system so not wearing wigs for a change I always explain that to the seller hoping they’ll be honest with me but I’ve had a few disasters one place never to buy from is china when the wigs came they looked like a dog had chewed them eventually paypal got my money back took a while but I wasn’t letting them get away with it I would say buy noriko/dimples /ken paves /hairdo by hairuwear they always say who cuts your hair love the colour when I tell them it’s a wig they just about faint I’d say if you find a good site don’t chop and change I loooove my wigs I feel great with the bob and it takes years of you but please don’t ever buy one from china good luck everyone

By: Sunlover

Sunlover — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 17:28:37 +0000

Hi I bought my first wig just before xmas, I ordered it through my local hairdresser from Trendco, I was initially a bit embarrassed to go out as I chose a style totally different to my own, its long and has subtle highlights etc and it is stunning. I have thinning hair with diabetis and to be honest was losing all confidence, now it takes me minites in the morning and for the first time in a long while my hair looks great. I would really recommend going for a fitting at a hairdressers prior to buying and not just one I went back twice before I was happy with the one I chose and the hairdresser also cut it to style. Don’t waste anymore time you honestly wont regret it . good luck xx

By: Mary

Mary — Sat, 24 Aug 2013 22:15:26 +0000

Just now taking baby steps to look at wigs. Shiny scalp embarrassing. Hair very thin (tops and sides) Studying all comments on this site; hair thinning too diffuse for a transplant. I went to a local cancer/wig establishment and tried on a few. Have an appointment with a woman who makes a cast of one’s head so the wig will fit properly, etc. DON’T WANT A WIG – but I know I will feel better than I do right now. One obstacle: my husband “would be very embarrassed” if I wore a wig that “didn’t look like me.” (What?) A gray one would be OK but not one with color — because it would change my normal appearance. Whatever…it’s difficult enough to make this transition without 100% spousal support. Sigh… (To be fair: his last comment was “I think you should do it” after I said, “You’ll still love, me, right? Half jest.) Question: Which is best: synthetic or natural? Pros and cons?

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 15:18:01 +0000

Some of these stories make me want to cry, like the gal (Veronica) that lost over 1/2 of her hair to extensions only to be victimized by another provider that had the “custom” topper made for her.
I think one big reason people buy from the Internet is that they are afraid vendors WILL take advantage and they are right.
Wigs, extensions, toppers can be a great product but are only as good as the professional selling them. Somehow we need a movement to make vendors tell the truth about these products and really educate clients in how to use them.

By: thanksforthiswebsite

thanksforthiswebsite — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:39:46 +0000

“regret wigs” topic–I’ve also considered giving the wigs to a cancer support group or hair stylist. Still waiting to do this.

By: thanksforthiswebsite

thanksforthiswebsite — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:38:20 +0000

I have “purchase regret” wigs too. I figure I will wear them when running errands or doing laundry or while traveling.

By the way–What do you do when you travel with your wigs. I’m always concerned:
* They’ll change the rules and want to search my wig.
* Can’t seem to rest on the plane–afraid my wig will shift/slide while I sleep on the plane.
* What about turbulence and unexpected landings?
* When I wear my wig more than usual it tends to stretch or lose it’s shape–outside of my usual wear to work/come home/take it off (like if on vacation or spending the night with family–tend to stay up later or wear more hours in the day)

I welcome your traveling ideas and humor.

By: Bev

Bev — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 16:44:38 +0000

I wear wigs because of thinning hair and I also sell wigs. Sorry to hear u had bad experience with ebay wigs. I know if you went to a wig shop and tried on wigs u would be able to find one that looked completely natural and felt comfortable. I initially had a hard time comming to grips with the fact that I needed a wig but after I tried a few on and saw what a huge improvement in my appearance that it made I was sold, and grateful. It doesn’t have to be the end of the world. I can get out the door in less than half the time and really look professional and well groomed, the way I want to look. Before I got my wigs I would spend a lot of time and trouble each morning getting ready for my day, and the best I could say to myself was” Well atleast I look neat and clean.” Now I feel like I look like the person I am inside. Best wishes to u. Get to the wig shop!!