Fantasia Salon / Spa and Wig Specialists

When the heat is on, which wig would be the most comfortable to wear? A synthetic wig, a natural human hair wig, or a combination of both synthetic and natural?

What’s the answer? It all depends on personal preference. Today with the open caps on wigs, it really come down to the appearance of the wig, the styling and shaping of the haircut. The trick is to shape and style the wig to frame the face so that it looks like real hair.

Synthetic wigs have a lot of positive attributes. They hold their style. The fibers don’t fade in the sun or turn colors and they are an affordable choice. So much so that you may want to buy two, one to wash and one to wear. If you feel really bold and daring, buy two different colors to have fun and totally confuse you friends and family!

While all wigs can be somewhat hot and itchy in the summer, there are lightweight synthetics available. There open-cap construction allows the head to breathe and heat to escape, so they are cooler to wear. Standard synthetics can be worn with a mesh wig liner that’s like a fishnet stocking. This type of liner helps keep your head cool.

Some women prefer the look and feel of human hair wigs. The hair in human hair wigs may be soft and silky or more coarse. Human hair is heavier than standard synthetic and often sewn on full lace caps which can become hot. The fibers are just like the hair on your head. So, in summer humidity, the wig may get flat or frizzy.

In time, human hair wigs can lose their luster and become a little dull looking. It’s because they lack the natural oils that usually sustain the human hair growing on your head.

Both type of wigs have Velcro adjustments to hold them on securely. You will probably sweat under these adjustments. For comfort, try a little cornstarch-based baby powder or a cotton liner.

Wig experts say to wash the wig (with suggested special shampoos) as often as you would wash your own hair. You can do this at home, or at select salons such as Fantasia, where the wigs are shampooed and styled in a private room, then fitted and blow-dried on the head.

On extremely hot days, you may want to go without your wig and opt for turbans or hats. Choose cotton scarves and turbans to absorb the sweat and keep you cool.

In the comfort of your own home, you may want to wear nothing on a hot day. Just remember, should you go outside, your scalp is not used to the sun and can burn easily. If you go outside with nothing on your head, be sure to use sunblock or your head, ears and face.

Most of all, no matter what your choice, enjoy your summer!

Fantasia salon is thrilled to announce we are now carrying Follea Hair Replacements. Follea designs, creates and markets the most beautiful natural human hair creations in the world. Follea will only sell to top echelon trade and salon professionals who maintain stringent requirements. Fantasia is proud to be one of them!

Claiming to be the best is a bold statement. If you come to Fantasia and look and feel the Follea in comparison to other human hair wigs, you will agree that they are superior! The luster, shine, lightness and manageability of the creations will show you this is the highest form of natural beauty money can buy.

What makes Follea special? They hire artisans and craftspeople who work with diligence and have an eye for perfection. Their colorist require a two year training program and are taught what is known as “Follea Precision Coloring”. The company has a quality control program which requires eight steps by thirty highly skilled people. Everyone in the company loves and respects hair.

Follea’s founder is a second-generation wig-maker. He created the company with the vision to create the world’s premium hair company. He brings a passion for the highest standards of luxury, glamour and “haute-couture” to the hair industry market.

Since Follea’s inception in 2000, there are tens of thousands of satisfied women wearing their hair. In spite of many other choices, women have generally paid much more to choose Follea hair–often without knowing they were Follea-made.

Follea works with human hair to create the most lifelike finished creation that the industry has ever seen. They are capable of customized hair creations with many different types of ventilation, colors, textures, densities and hair characteristics. Follea’s experienced craftspeople are meticulous and unmatched in their abilities. From the hair’s origins to the number of knots per square inch, Follea’s exacting specifications and processes ensure the finest hair products on the market.

Follea imports only premium hair from Russia, Kazakhstan, the Baltics, Ukraine, Scandinavia and other sources of fine natural hair. It is then carefully sorted by ethnicity, color and texture. Next these are separated into natural formations or patterns. Known more commonly as straight, natural body, wavy or curly. This process is very time consuming and exacting. Everything about the hair must be precise, Follea artisans are trained to find even ONE imprecise hair in a 150 gram bundle!

Follea’s showroom is in Beverly Hill, California and you are welcome to visit if you are in the area. Otherwise, call Fantasia and schedule a consultation. We would would be happy to allow you to look and feel Follea hair so you can judge their superior quality for yourself!