Table 2.

Advantages and disadvantages of human hair wigs versus synthetic hair wigs

Human hair wig	Synthetic hair wig
Advantages  Gives a more natural appearance  May be styled like natural hair  Less susceptible to heat damage	Advantages  Comparatively cost-effective (50-75% less than a human hair wig)  Longer lasting (3-5 years)-less prone to breakage  Does not require frequent styling
Disadvantages  Expensive  Shorter life (2-3 years)-more prone to hair breakage  Greater care - shampoo, comb, and style every 2 weeks  More uncomfortable to use (heavier and hotter)	Disadvantages  Does not give a natural look  Not able to color or perm like human hair  More susceptible to heat damage