Wigs come in many styles and applications, but most wigs for women and men fall into the following five categories:
Lace: A lace wig features a sheer mesh lace base to help it blend with the scalp. The hair fibers are tied individually to the lace, creating a natural look.
Monofilament: Mimicking natural hair, a monofilament wig has individual hair fibers tied to a thin, gauze-like base.
Headband: Headband wigs include headbands or wraps at the front. These glueless wigs easily swap out to change your look. Many braided wigs feature headband fronts.
Combination: Combination wigs have a mix of machine-sewn wefts and hand-tied hair fibers. The top, crown, and sections near the part are hand-sewn.
Capless: Capless wigs—sometimes called wefted or open-cap wigs—feature machine-sewn wefts attached to stretchy wig caps. These glueless wigs often come with store-bought costumes and make great wigs for kids.
Polyurethane thin-skin: A poly or thin-skin wig includes a polyurethane scalp base made to look like a natural scalp. It’s typically easier to attach with wig adhesive or tape because these products bond well to the base.