Wig

a technology for wigs and wigs, applied in the field of wigs, can solve the problems of heavy weight, itchy wigs, sweating and irritation, and poor fit of wigs, and achieve the effect of reducing sweating effects, reducing discomfort, and maximizing the natural appearance and feel of wigs

Inactive Publication Date: 2011-08-04
TWERSKY RIVKY +1
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[0002]The present invention relates to wigs and, more particularly to wigs that optimize the natural appearance and feel of the wigs and reduce sweating effects, itching and other discomforts of prior art wigs.

Problems solved by technology

A standard regular wig can at times be heavy and itchy.
It can cause sweating and irritation.
Some of the most common complaints from wig wearers are that wigs are itchy, heavy, uncomfortable, and fit poorly.
Numerous women have reported severe skin irritation caused by wearing wigs.
One of the common issues for a wig wearer is the discomfort caused by sweating.
Additionally, cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy sometimes experience hot flashes and thus tend to perspire more.

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[0013]FIG. 1 is a diagram of the wig showing the right side, it being understood that the left side is symmetrical. Typically, the wig 10 consists of portions that respectively cover the top of the head, the rear, the neck area, the nape and the right and left temples. The edges 11 of the underlying netting into which the hair is woven are of particular importance, particulars at the forehead, and at the sides where the hair must mimic natural hair growth.

[0014]In FIG. 1, the front and top of the wig going all around till the ears is made with welded lace 12. In FIG. 1, the welded lace 12 is one half inch welded lace which extends over the regions 14. At the region 16, a double layer welded lace is provided, which is more amenable to trimming at the edges without leaving the edges ragged and sharp to the touch. The hairs get knotted to the lace with invisible knots, creating a very natural look mimicking natural scalp growth, and allowing the hairs to be pulled back without seeing t...

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Abstract

A wig optimized to reduce sweating effects, itching and other discomforts, while maintaining a natural appearance and feel, comprises a front and top first wig region with welded lace. A second region provided below in relation to the front and top first region, comprises further lace material which is more amenable to trimming at edges without leaving the edges ragged and sharp to the touch. Hairs are knotted to the lace region and third region is located to rear of the first region and comprises soft, stretchable material made with holes for breathability. Lastly, a wicking material lining is located at various regions and comprises bamboo material which is located to contact a wearer's scalp and reduce sweating effects.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]The present application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 300,934 filed on Feb. 3, 2010, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to wigs and, more particularly to wigs that optimize the natural appearance and feel of the wigs and reduce sweating effects, itching and other discomforts of prior art wigs.[0003]The wigs described herein were created in specific response to the most common issues experienced by wig wearers, particularly those suffering form cancer or alopecia, with their attendant problems of complete or substantial hair loss, sweating bouts and the like.[0004]A standard regular wig can at times be heavy and itchy. It can cause sweating and irritation. Some of the most common complaints from wig wearers are that wigs are itchy, heavy, uncomfortable, and fit poorly. Numerous women have reported severe skin ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41G3/00
CPCA41G3/00A41G3/0008A41G3/005A41G3/0041
Inventor TWERSKY, RIVKYFARRY, MICHELE
Owner TWERSKY RIVKY
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