In an era where wigs have become a mainstream accessory for protective styling, fashion experimentation, and hair restoration, a pressing question often lingers in the back of many wearers' minds: are we sacrificing our natural hair for the sake of style? Scrolling through social media, it's easy to see the appeal of instantly changing one's look with a wig. Yet, the fear of finding thinning hair or a receding hairline after long-term use is a genuine anxiety. So, where does the truth lie? This introduction delves into the complex relationship between wigs and hair health, examining how this popular solution can, under certain conditions, become the source of the very problem it's meant to solve.