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About Gabor Wigs
The new Gabor® is a variety of collections - all designed to fit your special needs. With a wide range of styles and colors. Gabor offers the comfortable fit that women have come to depend on over the years.
Gabor has always been known for its innovative construction, salon-inspired hand-blended colors and attention to detail. Comfort and style wig features taken for granted today, such as the Capless® wig, Comfort Cap™, Perma-tease®, Perma-lift™, all had their start at GABOR.
Hand-tied wigs, comfortable caps, classic colors, natural-looking color gradients and so much more, so you always feel wonderful. GABOR PLUS COLORS have a lighter front and sides that graduate to a darker back and nape. Salon inspired gradient colors was conceived using "Tone on Tone" colors which subtly progress from a front that is infused with brilliant highlights and low lights to a shiny deeper and richer hue at the nape. GABOR'S Personal Fit™ Cap offers the latest in unique, state-of-the-art wig construction. A lightweight Flexlight Fiber® eliminates weight and volume without sacrificing coverage. The fit of the cap feels so natural and comfortable, you'll think it was custom made to fit your personal head shape!
Next Luxury Collection:
Explore NEW LUXURY at Gabor®!
Next Luxury Collection: Created with an eye for exceptional detail, the Gabor Next Luxury Collection is tailored for unparalleled comfort and fit. Each style features a top that is hand-knotted for the ultimate in movement, ease of styling and the appearance of natural growth. In addition, we've replaced the velvet lined front rim with a sheer, scalloped front for a low density, natural looking hairline, but also allows you to style the wig off the face if so desired. In addition, the ear tabs and nape are lined in soft velvet to prevent friction on sensitive skin.
Personal Fit™ Cap: Offering the latest in unique, state-of-the-art wig construction, the Personal Fit™ Cap is the ultimate in light comfort and dependable fit. The wide stretch lace used in most of today's wigs is replaced with a thinner, more resilient stretch materail that actually molds to the shape of the head for a lighter, more secrue fit. The result is a cap that feels so natural and comfortable, you'll think it was costom made to fit your personal head shape!
FlexLite® Fiber: A lightweight, fine, 24-denier fiber, FlexLite® eliminates weight and volume without sacrificing coverage. All FlexLite wigs are made with Personal Fit™ Cap construction, resulting in the lightest, coolest and most comfortable styles with the look and feel of natural human hair.
Gabor® PLUS Colors: A stunning collection of salon inspired colors, the Gabor PLUS color line was conceived using "tone-on-tone" colors which subtly progress from a front that is infused with brilliant highlights and lowlights to a slightly deeper and richer hue of the nape.
Gabor® Next Collection:
See what's NEXT at Gabor!
Gabor® Next Collection: A designer collection exclusively for salons featuring our Personal Fit™ Cap and Kanekalon Flexlite® modacrylic fiber in a dramatic array of the Gabor PLUS colors.
Personal Fit™ Cap: Offering the latest in unique, state-of-the-art wig construction, the Personal Fit™ Cap is the ultimate in light comfort and dependable fit. The wide stretch lace used in most of today's wigs is replaced with a thinner, more resilient stretch materail that actually molds to the shape of the head for a lighter, more secrue fit. The result is a cap that feels so natural and comfortable, you'll think it was costom made to fit your personal head shape!
FlexLite® Fiber: A lightweight, fine, 24-denier fiber, FlexLite® eliminates weight and volume without sacrificing coverage. All FlexLite wigs are made with Personal Fit™ Cap construction, resulting in the lightest, coolest and most comfortable styles with the look and feel of natural human hair.
Gabor® PLUS Colors: A stunning collection of salon inspired colors, the Gabor PLUS color line was conceived using "tone-on-tone" colors which subtly progress from a front that is infused with brilliant highlights and lowlights to a slightly deeper and richer hue of the nape.
Personal Fit Collection:
Indulge In Something Extraordinary!
Personal Fit™ Cap Collection: Two striking styles in Personal Fit Cap™ construction and Kanekalon® Artelle modacrylic fiber. Offering the latest in unique, state-of-the-art wig construction, the Personal Fit™ Cap is the ultimate in light comfort and dependable fit. The wide stretch lace used in most of today's wigs is replaced with a thinner, more resilient stretch material that actually molds to the shape of the head for a lighter, more secure fit. The result is a cap that feels so natural and comfortable you'll think it was custom made to fit your personal head shape!
Comfort Cap Collection:
Smart Style, Sheer Comfort!
Comfort Cap™ Collection: The Comfort Cap™ was created to provide increased lightness and airflow to the top of the head. All Comfort Cap™ wigs have a wide velvet Comfort Band™ across the front for added security from slippage and to prevent friction. The netting on top is replaced by two or three cotton lace strips, providing a lighter, more comfortable feel and improved air circulation to keep the scalp cool.
Traditional Collection:
Classics With Your Attitude!
Traditional Collection: Fashionable styling with the quality workmanship and attention to detail that is the TRADITION of Gabor®.
Face Shapes:
Choose the right shape for a more beautiful you!
Oval - many choices
The ideal facial shape is oval. It has no dominant area and looks very harmonious because the face is evenly balanced. Consequently, oval faces look good with almost any hairstyle. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Round - avoid width
The Round Shaped Face is characterized by a wide hairline and fullness below the cheekbones. the Contour moves from each cheekbone through the jawbone and chin. The client may be overweight and the neck may appear short.Solution: combing height in the top and crown sections, when possible, tends to diminish some of the roundness. Long, wispy side areas help to make the cheeks look narrow. Combing the hair close to the head on the side and nape sections also helps. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Square - advoid straight lines
The Square Shaped face is characterized by a wide hairline and jaw.Solution: combing the hair off the forehead and adding height at the top creates an oval illusion for the face. Curly texture and wisps of hair around the sides of the face break the wide straight lines common to the square face. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Diamond - reduce width at sides
The Diamond Shaped face is characterized by a narrow chin and forehead with wide cheekbones.Solution: to achieve an attractive oval look, fullness or width is needed in the forehead hairline and lower cheekbones areas of the face. Fullness is not needed in the area of the upper cheekbones, so the hair should be styled close to the head in this area. The hair should be styled with a fringe or bang to disguise the narrow forehead and with fullness around the jawbone to complete the oval illusion. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Heart - add volume at chin
The Heart Shaped face is characterized by a large, wide forehead (often with a widow's peak), and a narrow chin.Solution: to remedy the heart shape face, some hair is brought onto the forehead to reduce the area across it. A pagebory-type style is good for the lower sides of the face. With such a style, the hair is close to the head at the eyes, where narrowness is needed, but the hair is slightly full toward the face around the jaw, and below and in front of the earlobes, where width is needed. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Pear - add volume above jaw line
The Pear Shaped face is characterized by a small or narrow forehead and a rather large jawbone.Solution: combing the hair to add width from eye level through the crown of the head is helpful. hair in the side and nape sections should be set and combed in a pattern close to the head. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Oblong - add softness
The Oblong Shaped face is characterized by a very long and narrow bone structure. The client who has an oblong facial shape often has a long, thin neck.Solution: a fringe or half-bang across the forehead should be accomplished by soft waves or curls in the crown and nape areas. This flatters the face and neck by creating the oval illusion. _____________________________________________________________________________________
How to Measure head size:
The photo shows you the simple step to measure your head for choosing your correct wig size ---
19" = Child
Fit most children 8 to 14 years of age.
20 3/4" = Petite Petite
Also called Ultra Petite by some manufacturers, is the smallest size available. Very few wigs come in this off-the-shelf size. This size is usually for a child but may qualify for a very small woman. See about sizing for further help.
21" = Petite
Petite is a very command smaller size for petite women.
21 1/4" = Petite-Average
The closest measurement to fall in this in-between-size is 21 1/4". This qualifies you for petite or Average in most cases.
21 1/2" = Average
Average is usually quantified as 21 1/2". As you can see there is very little size difference in these measurements. Fortunately, 97% of all wigs are sold in the Average size.
22 1/2" = Average Large
Average Large is 22 1/2 for most manufacturers. Very few wigs come in this size and those that are made in this size are short styles for the most part.
23" or more = Large
The large size calls for a 23" to 24" head size and once again, it is usually made in short styles so see *sizing for further HELP!
Remember, the sizing is just a guideline. All manufacturerers have their own sizing techniques. There are many simple methods to make your wig feel more secure on your head. There are elasitic pull fasteners at the back of the wig behind the ears. For starters, pulling these fasteners to a comfortable position is usually all it takes to make your wig a better fit.
THIS IS JUST A GUIDELINE. WIGS DO HAVE SOME STRETCH IN THEM. LOOSE IS BETTER THAN TOO TIGHT. Wig circumference can be adjusted up to 1" larger or smaller to ensure a secure fit.
For those who need professional sizing! This can be done and we make these amendments to our customers wigs at our store in Tigard, Oregon. For those who are good at making tucks in the waist of pants or skirts - it is pretty much the same type of adjustment. You just double down or cut out the area not needed and sew it together again.
Washing Synthetic Wigs:
How to Wash a Synthetic Fiber Wig:
Wash every 20 to 30 wearings.
Tips before washing:
NEVER BRUSH WHEN WET . . . With that in mind, it stands to reason to never put a synthetic wig under running water, or you could loose the style, the shape or the curl pattern. Do not dip, twist or rub the fibers.
KEEP AWAY FROM EXTREME HEAT . . . Do Not use a hair dryer, blow dryer or curling iron. Avoid excess heat. Sudden bursts of heat, such as ovens, fireplaces or the hot tub. This will frizz the synthetic fiber and damage your wig.
- Gently remove tangles from the wig or hairpiece with fingers or pick comb.
- Add one tablespoon of specially formulated Wig Shampoo in a basin of cool water.
- Soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly in basin of cool water (never running water). Be sure to rinse until all shampoo is removed, as improper rinising could result in damage.
- Dab gently with towel to remove excess water. Do not squeeze or twist, remember only dab or pat with towel.
- Do not brush or comb while wet as it may stretch or otherwise damage the fiber, and may loose the style of the wig.
- Allow to air dry at room temperature by placing on a wig stand which will allow air circulation. Never put a wet wig on a solid head stand, as it may stretch the cap.
- When wig is completely dry, it is ready to brush or comb.
- Do not use hair dryer, blow dryer or curling iron. Avoid excess heat. Sudden bursts of heat, such as opening an oven door, will damage your wig.
- Don't try to changing colors with tints, bleaches, or chemicals . . . You may ruin your wig. Remember, this is a synthetic fiber.
Wet Products:
HairUWear® wet products for Gabor® wigs.Wash & Wear Shampoo by HairUWear®- Specially formulated to be used on synthetic fiber and human hair wigs and additions, HairUWear® WASH & WEAR Shampoo is an enriched luxurious shampoo that helps create the perfect look and feel while providing weightless moisture and shine.
Leave in Conditioner & Detangler by HairUWear®- Specially formulated to be used on synthetic fiber and human hair wigs and additions, HairUWear® ALL DAY SOFTNESS Leave-In Conditioner & Detangler is designed for daily use without heavy build up. The nourishing formula helps detangle hair, while providing shine and weightless conditioning to maximize beauty.
Shaping Spray Holding Mist by HairUWear®- Specially formulated to be used on synthetic fiber and human hair wigs and additions, Hair U Wear® SHAPING SPRAY Holding Mist is a non-aerosol, firm control styling spray that prvides flexible control. Additional application will create a firmer hold while leaving hair manageable.
Curl Enhancing Spray by HairUWear®- Specially formulated to be used on synthetic fiber and human hair wigs and additions, Hair U Wear® CURL UP Curl Enhancing Spray revitalizes curls and adds weightless body and shine.
Human Hair Conditioner by HairUWear®- An enriched moisturizing conditioner for human hair wigs and additions, Hair U Wear® SOFT & SUPPLE Human Hair Conditioner helps create the perfect look and feel while also providing weightless moisture and shine.
