Two East Bay women are bringing comfort and confidence to women who've lost hair due to cancer treatment and alopecia.

Not all wigs are created equal. Due to lack of regulation, there are often chemicals in even the most expensive wigs. We investigate, inside.

Superlook 6X5 613 Lace Front Wig Human Hair . $200 at Amazon. Pros. Can be dyed easily; Cons. Sheds a bit; The best part about buying a 613 wig is its versatility.

Korab explains that the human hair used in wigs and extensions is mainly sourced from regions like India, China, Eastern Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia.

Lace-Front Wigs. These days, most wig wearers wear lace fronts, which are units that include human or synthetic hair that's sewn (usually by hand) to a sheer piece of lace.

For a more durable piece, she suggests splurging on human hair (these wigs start at $30 and go up to $2,000, at Mane). Glam says the key to rocking a wig is embracing the fun of it all.

But as the wig market has expanded, so has the confusion: synthetic wigs, human hair blends, and 100% human hair…what’s really worth investing in long-term? Let’s break it all down.