Half Wig VS V Part Wig, How To Choose?

Half wigs and V part wigs are one of the perfect ways to blend your natural hair with a wig. It is more like wanting the volume and added texture from a hair extension without losing the natural appearance of your hair.

The shared advantage between wearing a half wig /v part wig is in revealing your natural hairline and protecting your edges.

If you are looking to wear wigs and experience minimal to little tension around your hairline, then choose between the two.

The question is, which should you choose? Half wig or V part wig?

Which Is Better, A V Part Or A Half Wig?

What type of wig will look most realistic?

This is the question most people have when deciding between a V part wig or a half-part wig. The answer to this question depends on what you wish to achieve.

Suppose you want to achieve a natural-looking wig that is undetectable. In that case, a half wig may be the best option because it allows you to seamlessly blend your natural hair with the wig, especially if they are of similar textures.

On the other hand, the V part wig may be the best option for you if you want a natural-looking wig without committing to maintaining a lot of leave-outs.

Let’s take a look at the following to help you make the best decision:

What Is A Half Wig?

A half wig is not a half-sized wig. It is a wig that is made to cover your head frame up until the crown of your head. The goal is to leave out your natural hair (usually from ear to ear).

Half wigs usually have small combs around the front weft area as well as the back region and a drawstring. The drawstring and combs help to secure the wig to the head and prevent it from moving and shifting.

How To Install A Half Wig

Wearing a half wig is simple, you only need to follow this simple process:

a. Section your hair

To begin installing a half wig on your head, section your hair into two unequal parts. The larger art should be woven into a cornrow for a flat and natural appearance of the wig.

The smaller section is where you leave out. This part is usually around your hairline (mostly around the perimeter of your hair from ear to ear).

b. Leave out some loose hair around your hairline (from ear to ear)

The loose hair you have around your hairline determines how natural this hairstyle looks. The goal is to make sure your natural hair matches the wig (both in texture and appearance).

The more hair you leave out around your hairline, the more natural your half wig looks. However, you don’t want to overdo it because it can make it look unreal. Leaving too much hair can further contrast between your natural hair and the hair extension.

c. Weave the remaining hair into a cornrow

Once you have determined the amount of hair you want to leave out around your hairline, it is time for you to weave the bigger section. Be sure the hair is just the right amount needed for the hairstyle. Not too small, not too much.

d. Attach the half wig where the weave starts

The next step is to attach the half wig to your head. Make sure you place the comb around the beginning of the weave.

We recommend weaving one large cornrow from ear to ear just before the sectioning line. The reason for doing this is to avoid adding too much tension to already parted lines.

Use the drawstring and the combs (in front and at the back) to firmly secure the wig on your head.

e. Style your natural hair on top of the half wig as you desire

The last stage is to style your wig to perfectly blend with your natural hair. Your natural hair texture and the texture of the wig play a huge role in ensuring a clean and natural look.

For example, if you have naturally curly hair, wearing a curly/kinky half wig may work better because it smoothly blends with your natural hair.

However, it doesn’t have to be a perfect texture match. For example, if your curls are not so defined, you can always use curl-defining creams to match the curl pattern of the half wig.

On the same note, if your relaxed hair is not as straight as your half wig, you can likewise straighten the hair around your hairline to a clean finish.

Should I Wear a Half Wig?

When it comes to achieving versatility with wearing wigs, half, v part, u part, and headband wigs come to mind. However, the big question is: should I wear a half wig?

Pros of a half wig

1️⃣ A good protective style

Half wigs are a good protective hairstyle if you are not down for getting your hair done often. With the half wig, you can quickly wear a beautiful hairstyle while keeping your natural hair protected.

2️⃣ Prevents tension-related hair loss

If you are struggling with thinning hair around your hairline, then a half wig might be a great option to avoid putting tension on that area without compromising on wearing beautiful hair.

3️⃣ Natural-looking wig without glue and frontals

The cool thing about half wigs is that they allow you to wear a natural-looking wig without the hassle of using glue or installing a frontal.

4️⃣ Easy to wear/Versatile

The biggest flex of wearing a half wig is that it allows for quick installation, and you can play around with styling to suit your personality.

Cons of a half wig

1. High-level maintenance

The leave-out may require a high level of maintenance. If you don’t mind regularly manipulating your natural hair to blend with the hair extension, then you may want to think twice about this option.

2. Temporary

If you are looking for more permanent hair that you can wear for a long time without frequent restyling, then this may not be the solution. A sew-in with high-quality human hair bundles may be a better option.

3. Exposing hair to damage

Leaving out a great amount of your natural hair may expose it to external damage, like, the weather, contact, and the damage associated with frequent manipulation.

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What Is A V Part Wig?

A “V” part wig, just as the name implies, is a wig that allows you to blend your natural hair with a wig with or without leaving out your natural hair along the V part (usually at the middle of your hairline).

✨The V part wig is just like your regular wig, the only size difference is the V part area that has been snipped out. The goal of this open area is to give room to accommodate your natural hair and scalp.

✨The V part wig usually comes with an elastic band. Drawstrings and combs to secure the wig on the head. The combs are mostly positioned around the V part for a firm hold.

✨The V part wig is usually installed just like the half wig. The major installation difference is in the placement around the hairline. For the V part wig, the emphasis is on the natural hair around the V part (can be tucked in or left out).

Should I wear a V part wig?

The V part wig is a good option if you are looking to achieve a natural-looking wig without glue or frontals, but are not ready to commit to maintaining a lot of loose hair along your hairline.

Advantages of a v part wig

1️⃣ Easy to wear/Versatile

Wearing a V part wig allows for quick installation, and you can play around with styling to suit your personality.

2️⃣ Natural-looking wig without glue and frontals or leave-outs

The cool thing about V part wigs is that they allow you to wear a natural-looking wig without experiencing the damage caused by using glue or installing a frontal.

You also don’t necessarily need to leave out your hair when wearing a V part wig. You can weave down the V part without leaving out.

Disadvantages of a v part wig

1. May worsen thin hair strands

If you have already experienced thinning around your temples (or the part area), it may get worse when you wear a V part wig that defines the part along that same area. The weight of the hair extension (wig) may put more tension on the parts.

The wider the parts get, the thinner the hair in those regions.

2. Possibility of having wider parts over time

Your parts may not always look the same, especially if you plan to wear this wig consistently over a long period. The more you manipulate the hair around the V part region, accompanied by the tension, you may likely experience a wider part.

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Wrapping it Up

Half wigs and V part wigs are both alternatives to natural-looking wigs without frontals or glues. If you are concerned about your hairline and protective styling, then a half wig is a better choice.

If a no leave-out option of achieving a natural-looking wig without glues and frontals is more of a big deal for you, then a V shaped wig is your best option.