WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WIG DESIGNERS

Wig designers know how important it is to create a great wig.   The wig has to meet the size,  texture, length, color and even the weight of the wig to be consider a great wig.   However,  a great wig is whatever your clients wants you to make.    Wigs have the spotlight now,  they are trending of every size, color and length.    A wig designers isn't someone who just sells wig,   it's someone who designs and makes the wigs.   A wig designer is someone that can make a wig from start to finish.   Wig designers can also assist you in creating a better wig from a existing wig.   If you purchase a wig that don't fit,  which is a lot,  find a wig designer to assist you in fitting your wig to your specific size.   Wig designers can repair your wigs,  and more.   A  wig designers has a lot of skills when it come to designing and making a wig,   they can cut,  color,  and style the wig which is some very important skills to have when it come to wigs.   When you are looking for a wig designers keep these tips in mind,  it will help you to choose the right wig designers for you.   www.shawzaewigs.com

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What You Should Know About The Different Texture Of Hair

I have been in the hair business for about ten years now,  so I have been around a lot of hair.   I am a wig designer also known as a wigologist.   When you work with hair,  you get to know the hair textures,  and rather it's good or not.    Being a wig designer or a hair extension specialist is different from someone who is purchasing the wig or extensions.    The buyer will feel the softness of the hair and see the beauty of the hair,  which is how most buyers purchase their extensions or wigs.    There are things they don't consider when purchasing human hair,  human hair mix,  synthetic premium hair, and synthetic hair.   Here are the things you need to consider and know about the hair:

1  Human hair is high maintenance,  and you should care for it just as you do your own hair.  Buyers can establish human hair by burning a small piece,  it should turn into ashes.   Buyers should also consider the upkeep of human hair,  again is the same you would do with your own natural hair.
2   Human hair mix is a great alternative to purchasing human hair,  it is not as high maintenance as human hair.    Buyers should purchase this hair if you don't want to be responsible for a lot of upkeep on the hair.   This type of hair should last up to 6 months with proper care.   You can find this hair in all different texture just as the human hair.
3   Synthetic premium hair is a good choice if you want the least amount of upkeep on your hair,  although synthetic premium hair can last you a while with proper care.   This hair do hold heat well,  and of course you can shampoo and condition this hair.   The care of this hair will help you to wear this hair a little longer,  maybe for a couple of months.    This hair also come in various textures and color.
4   Synthetic hair is a good idea to have if you want even less upkeep,  and you like to change your style,  color and length.   You simply get rid of the hair and purchase other hair and go.   This hair has really no upkeep because it is changed so frequently. 

These are the things you want to consider when purchasing wigs, and extensions.   You want to consider the maintenance of the hair.   When purchasing human hair,  you are investing in something that is going to last,  and the same go for human hair mix.   At Shawzae,  we create wigs from human hair and human hair mix.   We also tell you how to care for the hair,  and we also offer wig care for your hair.   Check out our other hair educational blogs on our website at http://www.shawzaewigs.com

    

HOW TO GET INTO THE HAIR BUSINESS AND FINDING THE RIGHT POSITION FOR YOU

The hair business is a huge responsibility, and you will need a great love for hair.  When I say great love for hair,  it's for the natural hair as well,  not just to sell someone hair.    When you are in the hair business,  you should learn all you can about the hair business.   This is why stylist have such a huge advantage in selling hair.    Although,  you may not be a stylist,  it would be a big advantage for you to  learn about the natural hair,  and all other different type of hair.   The knowledge of hair will help you to stand out and find your position in the hair business.    You will be able  to aid clients natural hair as you offer extensions and custom wigs.    You are required by law to be a license cosmetologist to open a salon and offer certain hair services,  or you have to hire license cosmetologist to work in your salon.   However,  there are so many other positions you can take in the hair business.   Here  are some of the positions,  wig designers,  extension specialist,  extension and wig seller,  natural hair consultant selling natural hair products.  You don't have to sell hair to be in the hair business.   There are so many ways that you can find your position in the hair business to stand out and make a different.   You need to do some  research and figure out what you want to do,  what inspires you the most,  and go forward.   Remember everyone is good at something, and if you want to be in the hair business,  you have to figure out what that something is.

COFFEE TALK ON TAPE HAIR EXTENSIONS

Ladies you will be able to see coffee talk on my YouTube,  if you don't read it here,  see it on YouTube.   Tape ins are one of the services in our salon,  and I personally love them.   I wear them, and actually they are easy for me to take out.  Ladies, lets get started.

I have been trying to get the black ladies to wear tape extensions for a while,  because they offer no damage and just as easy to care for as a sew in.   Tape ins are trending now,  even among the black ladies,  so I felt this was a good time to start the conversation.

Tonya,  I don't think women, mainly black women feel that tape extensions are secured enough for them,   like the sew ins are.

Me,  That is actually correct,  for one thing black ladies put oils into the hair,  because a lot of times, we have dry hair,  and we need to keep some oils in hair to keep it moisturized.   I am told by a lot of my white clients that there hair is oily,  and that is why they  wash their more often is to keep the oils out of their hair.   However,  all ladies can enjoy tape extensions,   If the tape extensions are installed properly and the client follow instructions on the care of the extensions,  they will have no problem.

Nellie,  How can black ladies wear the tape extensions without loosing  them.

Me,  I am glad you asked that question.  All ladies have to prepare their hair for tape extensions or any extensions so that they look natural and flawless.   Once the hair is prepared,  then the tape extensions are installed.  Tape extensions has an adhesive that will connect to the hair,  and there are tools that can press the extensions onto the hair,  and you can also apply a little heat.   Once the extensions are properly installed,  the hair is connected to the tape so it won't come loose.  When you wash and shampoo your hair,  use a sulfate free shampoo and conditioner so that you don't get too much oil into the hair.  Make sure when you use oil sheen and hair spray,  don't use a lot near the connectors which is the tape.  To oil your scalp,  just use your finger tip and put a little oil to the scalp only,  you will not loose the tape extensions.         

Jen,  How long do they last?

Me,   You should have your tape extensions reinstalled every 6 to 8 weeks,  just like a sew in.  Human hair tape extensions will last for years with proper care, and they will be reusable for the life of the hair.  Human hair blend will be reusable for up to 6 months,  which means you will get at least 3 installs out of the hair, and synthetic a lot less time.. 

I hope that information has helped you,  and check out my shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique  or our website at www.shawzae.com for more information on hair

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR TEMPLE RAW INDIAN HAIR

Shawzae is excited to share with you information that will help you in caring for you raw Indian hair.  This hair is human,  which was cut from a donas head and sold.   This hair has not been chemical treated to avoid tangles and other issues that you normally have with human hair.   When purchasing this hair,  you should know that this hair is maintenance for you the buyer and seller.   The first thing you need to know is to use good products so that way it will take a lot of the work from you.   You should start with a good shampoo,  and conditioner.   The shampoo used with this hair need to be a detangler   or you will need to use a detangler lotion or spray.   The shampoo also  need to be sulfarate free.  You should also comb the hair through with a big tooth comb gently before shampooing the hair to prevent tangles, and shampoo the hair in a downward motion  When combing the hair,  also comb from end to root,  it help to prevent you from pulling the hair out of the lace,  or weft.   Again this is human hair,  so you don't want to damage it with heat or chemical.   Always keep heat low to medium to prevent damaging the hair.   Chemical should be used sparing on this hair to prevent damage.   I hope this will help you to care for your hair and that it last you for years,  

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SHAWZAE CUSTOM WIGS

Shawzae custom wigs are handcrafted by sewing or ventilating them.  Shawzae custom wigs uses wig caps that are stretchable to fit most heads, and allows air to the natural hair.   Each unit is shampooed, conditioned and  style before shipping.   Shawzae custom wigs are created with human hair premium blend or human hair.   Shawzae signature full lace custom wigs are created with raw Indian bulk human hair.  We do have some full lace custom wig that are made with premium human hair blend. All of our lace wigs are made with our signature lace wig caps created by Shawzae.  Shawzae thrive to create custom wigs for all ladies price ranging from $80 to $600.   To order a Shawzae custom wig go to http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique.  You can order a customize unit or customize any of the units that are ready for shipping.   You also can order Shawzae custom wigs directly from  our website at http://mdesignersinc.wixsite.com/shawzaeboutique.   Shawzae will always give you a well crafted wig,  with the best hair in human hair blend and human hair.   We know that hair is important to you therefore it is important to us.  We don't want you to just wear our units for a short time,  our wigs are made for you to wear them for a long time.   Shawzae custom human hair blend wigs will last you three months or more with proper care.  Shawzae custom human hair wigs will last you up to two years or more with proper care.  As a owner  I wear both,  and know how long they last with proper care.  Call us for more information or email us.

HOW TO EDUCATE YOUR CLIENTS ON NATURAL HAIR CARE: SUBJECT VIXEN SEWIN OR VERTICAL SEWIN

We are so bless to have hair of every texture,  and I personally love our natural hair on all females,  so it's no wonder I want you to take care of it,  and I want to help you.  When clients come to you for a sewin, and they have no edges or thin edges, it is our responsibility to educate then on what works and don't work.   We want to take care of those edges,  by educating the client that the style may not be appropriate for her edges,  and you can suggest the vixen or vertical sewin that will elevate pressure on her edges.   The vixen or vertical sewin will allow you to leave hair out,  and doing so it takes the pressure off the weak area  and put it in the stronger area.  The vixen or vertical sewin look very natural,  and it will allow the clients to continue taking care of their edges.   You can suggest products to your clients such as the edge control to keep the edges flat so that your client will have a flawless look.   We will be teaching vixen sewin which is also known as the vertical sewin to our students at Shawzae.    This is a natural hair care tip to prevent more damages to thin edges or to protect someone with no edges.   Educating your clients is very important in the hair business,  and it's something that we all have to do to stop damaging natural hair.   Vixen or vertical sew in can be done on short hair as well.  Let's learn to love natural hair.

HOW TO CARE FOR BRAIDED HAIR WITH EXTENSIONS

The first thing to remember is not to leave braids in for more than 4-6 weeks,  secondly educate your clients that tighter is not better.  Braiding hair too tight and keeping braids in too long will damage your natural hair.  Now, let's talk about how to care for braids with extensions.   Most people do not want to wash their hair while they have braids because they believe that it will fizz up,  however, washing and conditioning your hair two weeks after you get your braids will help eliminate dryness and  help to keep your hair follicles strong.  If you are concern with hair frizzing,  wear a stocking cap or wig cap for thirty minutes to lay down the hair,  make sure the cap that you use is breathable.
Applying a small amount to the scalp daily will also help to keep hair follicles from looking dry, dull, and lifeless and will keep your hair from thinning when the braids are removed.  There are a lot of strong ladies coming out allowing you to see what happens when you don't take care of your hair. Letting someone braid your hair too tight because you want it to last for two months is definitely a no,  or just leaving your hair in braids for 2 or 3 months to save money is definitely a no.  Braids are beautiful so let keep them looking beautiful and healthy by washing, and conditioning our hair.  You may not know this but products are another key factor in taking care of your hair,  so put good in to get good out.  

Note:  Our hair braiding school will start in a couple of months,  and we are here to teach you how to braid hair to prevent hair loss.   There is a technique to safe braiding.  If you have any question leave me a comment or email me at emurray310@gmail.com    Hair braiding is in our future and has been in our past for generations,  so it's not going anywhere,  so building safe braiding habits and natural hair care is a most.  
                                             
                                              Look at this picture,  the hair is braided too tight,
                                              so lets not do this.

                                                                   

Natural Hair Care and Custom Wigs For The Fall Season

Fall and winter can be brutal to our natural hair,  creating dryness,  brittleness and thinning which will cause hair loss.   We also have some trending custom style wigs for the fall.   These custom wigs can help relieve tension on the natural hair.  I read a few days ago wigs are becoming the new extensions.  A lot of ladies are wearing wig now to relieve stress on their natural hair.  Here are some tips to caring for the natural hair,   because our skin gets so dry in the fall and winter,  the main thing to do with natural hair is to keep it clean and moist.   Jojoba oil is a powerful  remedy that has been used for hundreds of years, it has a powerful effect on hair growth.   Saw Palmetto is known to block  formation of dihydrotesterone which kills hormone that kill hair follicles.  Rosemary  with almond  or coconut oil is a great health provider for natural hair and scalp.  Eumi oil is another oil that is highly recommended  for the natural hair and scalp.   Remember the best way to take care of natural hair is to keep it clean and scalp moisturize.  For constant styles and color changes,  you may want to wear a custom wig to relieve the stress off the natural hair.

THE BEST MOISTURIZERS FOR NATURAL HAIR

Ladies, regardless of the hair texture all hair need moisturizers unless you have an oily scalp.   A lot of women have dry hair,  including some men,  and could benefit from a great hair moisturizer.  I heard a lot of women,  even men complain about dull and dry hair.  If you have 4C hair,  it's especially  true because if you have kinker hair ( tightly coiled )   it is drier.  There are other ethnic  groups that have kinky hair other than Black Americans,  so this is why I say all hair texture.  When your hair is kinky or has kinks it is harder for your scalp natural oil to travel  down to the strands.   There are people with straight hair that has a dry scalp.  The hair patterns can help explain  why your hair has a very low shine.  When the hair is properly moisturize the hair is healthy.   There are  several great products on the market,  one thing you want to remember is the oils which are good sealant.  (1) Shea products,   (2) Olive oil products (3) Coconut oils products and (4)  Macadamia oil products because these are all natural oils and keep skin and hair moisturize.  I created a serum for the hair with coconut and olive oil mixed with Rosemary.   Rosemary is great for the hair in keeping it healthy,  so it makes for a great product.  You can mix and make your own natural moisturizer for your hair as I did.  Learn to love your natural hair.

  

THE BENEFIT OF PROPER HEAT FOR NATURAL HAIR

Ladies,  we know that heat can damage our hair,  but did you know with the proper heat it can be beneficial.  I will say 250 to 350,  but it really depend on your hair texture and if it's has chemical in the hair.  The heat from a hooded dryer or steamer can benefit deep conditioner.   A plastic cap and hot towel can also benefit a deep conditioner.   The natural hair can benefit from heat before braids and extensions.  Heat help prevent matting and a lot of tangles.  When using the proper heat in your hair,  you will get to do more styles,  and they last longer.  Lean to love your natural hair and take care of it.   There all kinds of organic products that are great for the natural hair.

MY FIRST CUSTOM BRAIDED WIG

I decided to do a custom braided wig a couple of months ago after a customer had asked me about a Marley braided wig.  I wasn't sure that I would be able to do it,  because a braided wig would be a little more challenge than braiding someone hair.   I believe that the parting would be the issue.  I set a goal for myself to make the wig,  and I did.   Although I worked on the wig for several days,  it actually took me about 10 hours, maybe a little longer.    This is my first custom braided wig,  and it looks great.  

The important factors of this wig is that it's going to save your natural hair.   The women that normally get their hair braided know the issues with braided hair.   Braiding hair is damaging to the natural hair because it's usually braided to tight  which cause your hair to thin,  and sometime it's braided so tight the hair come out of the root,  and it doesn't grow  back .   I believe with the braided wig,  you can enjoy the braids without the damage from the natural hair.   The wig is comfortable although a little heavy,  which is why braids also damage the natural hair by pulling on the natural hair.    The braided wig will prevent that,  and you can remove it when you are tired of the braids,  instead of sitting for hours while someone take them out.      So hooray for braided wigs.    

DO THE BRAND OF THE HAIR MATTER, OR THE PRODUCT NAME?

I am going to say yes, absolutely,  because some brand of hair products are very different from each other,  including the way the hair was put together.   We all know that human hair v. human hair blend is very different, when it come to the quality of the hair.  We also know that each brand has their own human hair and human hair mix, including some synthetic hair.    We look for quality in the hair that we purchase rather it is human hair or human hair blend.   I love Zury, Outre, and Milky Way,  and warming up to Sendationnel.    Each of these brands have really good hair in my book,  and sometimes feeling of the hair from different brands,  I can't tell the different.   Some of the human hair blend looks and feel real,  and I especially look for that type of quality in hair.   I wear human hair and human hair blend,  I want to do the same with either hair,  so it dose matter.

 

This is a Zury brand human hair which I love,  for more information on this item go

to http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique

    

TIPS FOR HEALTHY HAIR DURING THE HOLIDAYS

We all want that amazing look on the holidays,  when we meet up with family, and friends that we haven't seen in years.   We have aged,  and our hair has thinned out,  so we are left with the fear of looking worst than we are.    A lot of ladies with thin hair or alopecia still find ways to wear extensions,  it's amazing.   I see it a lot on YouTube,  however,  it's not something I would recommend to these ladies.   I believe that a custom wig would be a better fit for two reasons (1)  a wig can be removed easy to take care of the natural hair (2)  corn rows for extensions are not the best move for already thin hair.   When you braid/corn row someone hair for extensions,  you will be putting pressure to there already damage hair.   I feel bad for some of the ladies because you can actually see the pressure that is put on their hair preparing it for extensions.  When you wear a wig,  you will also wear braids/corn rows with less pressure.  I suggest whatever style you choose make sure you can sleep comfortably,  the holidays are set for fun and more fun,  so make sure your hair health is good.          

 

CHANGE YOUR LOOKS IN MINUTES FOR THE HOLIDAY

The holidays are closing in and you want to change your looks by getting a new color,  or a new out without damaging your natural hair.   The prefect solution for anyone who wants to change their looks without all the chemicals and cutting of your natural hair needs a custom wig.   You may have never consider a wig or never worn a wig before,  so it's your chance to get everything you want without coloring and cutting your hair.   The wigs today creates a more real appeal,  and you can have it customized to the way you want.  I love wearing wigs so I can go to short to long,  or change my color within minutes.   For a quick look at our custom wig gallery go to http://mdesignersinc.wix.com/shawzaehairstudio.   To shop with us visit our store at http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique

      

HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY

I hope everyone will have a great and blessed Thanksgiving Day, and be safe.   The world as we know it is very different today.   The troubles throughout the world make us want to give an special
thanks to God for keeping us in a safe place.  My heart goes out to Paris due to the trouble they recently had,  and it could have been us.  Hug the people you love keep them close and enjoy the holiday.

  

Commerical Wigs v. Custom Wigs You Be The Judge

I love extensions, and wigs.  My mother was a true lover of wigs.   I believe that's probably why I love them as well.  I have worn the lower extensions and wig to the higher extensions and wigs.    I can tell you it is a big different,  because a lot of commercial wigs on the lower side looks fake,  and are usually rather thin in destiny.  Custom wigs are usually full and volumes,  now I am not saying that it's like that for all wigs. The quality of your wig starts with the hair and of course the wig cap make a big statement in custom wigs.  Most custom wig designers try to use a cap that fits small to large heads,  and sometimes that doesn't work.    I had some bad experiences with caps when I first started making wigs,  but as you move on,  things improve.   The key to getting a good wig is to select the quality of hair on the cap,  because if the hair is good,  you will be able to wear the wig for more than 4 weeks.   Spandex wig caps are used popular with ladies making wigs for themselves,  but I would rather make a wig for someone else on a net cap,  to ensue air to their natural hair.  You be the judge commercial or custom.

For more information on this wig and other wigs go to http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique
            

Sasha New Custom Wig Is The New Girl On The Block with Balayage Ombre

The new custom wig is very hot with the new trend of Balayage color.  My favorite colorist is Guy Tang.  I love the way he dose the Balayage colors.  I want to support the trends by looking for hair
that fit in with the trend setting.  Sasha meet all of the features for a style that meet the trends of color.  As we look around,  we see all kind of colors today on ladies,  setting the trend for the color seasons.  I love the color of reddish brown,  I will have to try that one day,  not anytime soon.   This fall we will be brining out  custom wig with the new fall color.  For more information on this custom wig and others go to http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique   This is a 100% Human Hair Blend Custom Wig 22 Inches.

 

HOW TO CARE FOR COLOR HAIR

As always there are a lot of information out there,  so I will keep it simple.  The first thing you want to do is realize that hair color is really an investment  in our appearance,  and we all want to look great.   One way to help keep your hair looking great is to wait a least  two or three days to wash your hair after coloring it,  to keep color alive longer.  The second thing is to use a color safe shampoo and conditioner ,  because using the wrong product will stripe your color and make your hair dull or fade your color.  I bet you didn't know that hot water  can fade your color,  so wash in lukewarm water.   Note:  Lukewarm water is also great for wigs and extensions.   You should always protect your hair from chlorine which can change and damage your hair on the outer layers of the strands. 
Color hair needs extra moisture,  so do a deep conditioner.  Here are a few natural oils and products
that can help you achieve the moisture in your hair, use avocado or avocado oil,  almond oil and vitamin E,  and macadamia oil.  You can also use natural hair serum that you can create or purchase.  I would suggest letting these oils soak into your hair for 10 minutes,  use a cap.  There is one other thing to mention that can damage your hair, the sunlight.  To protect your hair from the sun,  use products that have UVA or UVB filter to protect your hair.  These are easy breezy ways to keep your hair healthy and your color looking good.

 

NEW CUSTOM WIG SERVICE

I am so excited that I can offer you this service, making custom wigs.  Making custom wigs are very trendy,  and it allow you to have your own personal flare to the wig.   The holiday is approaching so get your orders in now.   Custom wigs are not just for regular wearing.   Some people just want a wig that they can use for special events.    Check out our custom wigs at http://www.etsy.com/shop/shawzaeboutique.  or purchase that is ready to go.