I’ve tried various wigs, but I always come back to braided and kinky twist wigs. They’re comfortable, they don’t look like wigs (in fact, people sometimes think I’m wearing my own hair), and they don’t catch on things the way some other wigs do. Plus, braids and kinky twists are among the most popular hairstyles among African-American women, so if you wear them in your natural hair, then you can easily get away with wearing them as a wig too.

The Maintenance

Wearing a wig is always easier than not wearing one. Sure, it’s no fun to style your wig every morning before you go to work or put on your makeup—especially if you’re working late nights and don’t have much time for primping. But for many women who wear wigs, these small frustrations are easy to deal with when compared with dealing with hair loss on a daily basis. Many women say they become accustomed to their new hairstyle in a few months’ time. Long after your big chop has become nothing more than a distant memory, chances are that you’ll remember how good it felt to be hairless once again—all thanks to that trusty knotless braid wig .

The Style

It’s true—braided wig aren’t for everyone. But if you want a wig that is both easy to care for and extremely comfortable, a braided wig might be just what you need. That’s because it looks so natural that even people who know you’re wearing a wig might not realize it! When done right, no one will ever know they’re looking at your hairpiece rather than your own tresses.

The Length

You’ll want to check out wigs that have been made using heat-resistant fiber. Heat resistant fiber is usually nylon or polyester. Nylon/polyester fibers do not shrink, as opposed to human hair fibers, which can shrink up to 50% if exposed to excessive heat. With knotless braid wig, you don’t have to worry about a few knots causing itching, irritation or sores on your scalp. A seamless finish eliminates knots altogether by creating one long piece of hair from ear to ear across your entire head. The look is professional and clean with no exposed seams or edges; making it a go-to option for everyday wear that lasts anywhere from three months – one year (or longer) depending on maintenance.

The Look

Knotless braid wigs have risen in popularity over the past few years, but there is a lack of information about these top-quality hairpieces. We’ve scoured through dozens of brands to find our favorites, and we’ve created a comprehensive buying guide that explains why braids are our go-to wig type. (We also explain how you can keep your scalp cool in hot weather.) Read on for more information about knotless braids than you’ll ever need to know!

The Comfort

Why braid and kinky twist wigs are so comfortable is because they mimic your natural hair texture. Braids, twists, curls or kinks can grow out without cutting off your hair at its original length. Also, if you decide to change up your style you don’t have to cut off any of your hard-earned growth! Just take out a few braids/twists/kinks for a new look that’s completely different from what you had before. If a wig has one length from front to back (aka mono-length), it will require more maintenance than a wig with several sizes (aka multi-length). But braids/twists/kinks also look great straight so there’s no worries if you prefer wearing them down!