Decide on the Right Wig Colour for your Skin Tone

Human hair wigs, synthetic hair wigs, lace front wigs, hats with hair… there are a lot of fantastic wigs to choose from. For every style and occasion there’s a wigs out there for someone. The right wig is the wig that suits your occasion.

With seasonal changes come new considerations. Will it keep me warm? What style options lend themselves best to the season? What colour wig best suits my skin tone?

Tips for First Time Wig Buyers

For first time wig buyers these questions can lead to confusion. Do your research, be well informed and look at pictures. A visit to the wig shop can be perfect for receiving the expertise and guidance in order for you to make the best choice. To get you on the path to wig wearing success, this article delves in to skin tones to find the wigs that best match.

Deciding on the best wig colour is about understanding your body’s tones. These could refer to skin, but eye colour as well as the natural undertones of your real hair are equally important. If you suffer from an immune disease and no longer can refer to your biological hair, skin tones and eye colour are sufficient. Otherwise, check your hair under sunlight using a mirror.

Different Skin Tones for Different Coloured Wigs

There are two types of colouring. If you see reflections of orange, yellow and/or red in the roots you fall into the warm colour category. Skin tones in this category are darker, and people with warm tones have brown, golden brown or green eyes.

At the opposite end of the spectrum are cool tones. If you fit into this category, hair follicles will shimmer green, blue or even purple. Light skin tones and emerald green or blue eyes are common tones in the cool spectrum.

Let’s talk a little bit more about each category and how to decide on the wig colour that will best suit your colour tone.

Warm tones:

• Natural hair colour – dark browns, brown with red or gold highlights, red, golden blond, strawberry blond or grey with yellow accents.
• Skin tone – olive, golden, or darker tones that tan effortlessly
• Eye colour – brown, green, green-blue, golden brown and hazel

Best wig options:

• Brown wigs – auburns, dark browns, chestnuts, golden browns or browns with red highlights
• Warmer golden blonde wigs – bronze and caramel

Best to avoid:

Stay clear of wig colours that are lighter than your natural skin tone as these will not accent your features properly. Black wigs on dark tones will also not stand out as much.

Cool tones:

• Natural hair colour – ash brown, coffee brown, near black, and light blond
• Skin tone – olive, pale with pink cheeks and very pale tones with little colour
• Eye colour – dark blue, blue gray or hazel with some blue flecks

Best wig options:

• Black wigs – brown black, blue black
• Brown wigs – ash, wheat, taupe
• Blonde wigs – honey

Best to avoid:

Golden highlights will likely not stand out as much with cool tones. Avoid using auburn and bronze lipsticks.

Contact Joseph’s Wigs!

Everyone is different, and with a wide variety of stylish wigs the choice is yours. This article is meant to be used as a simple guideline to help you narrow your decision. And remember, as always, rules are meant to be broken. Have fun and choose the wig that makes you feel good.

Contact Joseph’s Wigs to receive expertise and guidance for you to make the best choice on wig style and colour. Book an appointment by calling 020 8648 5541 try any wig or be fitted for a new one.