South Africa Hair Extension and Wigs Market Overview, 2028

South Africa Hair Extension and Wigs Market Overview, 2028

In the Middle East and Africa, South Africa is leading the market for hair extensions and wigs. With increased awareness about the impact of products on the environment, there is a growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly hair extension and wig products in South Africa. This presents an opportunity for businesses to develop and market products that are made from natural and biodegradable materials and are manufactured in an environmentally responsible way. South African consumers generally prefer hair extension and wig products that look natural and are made from high-quality materials or synthetic material. Businesses can capitalise on this trend by investing in high-quality raw materials and developing products that are designed to look and feel like natural hair. Protective styling is becoming increasingly popular among South African women, who use hair extensions as a way to protect their natural hair from damage and breakage.

According to the research report ""The South Africa Hair Extension and Wigs Market Overview, 2028,"" published by Bonafide Research, the South Africa Hair Extension and Wigs market is expected to add USD 149.1974 million by 2028. Hair extensions and wigs are both hair accessories that are used to add length, volume, and colour to natural hair. In South Africa, the Hair extensions are hair pieces that are attached to a person's natural hair to add length, volume, or colour. They can be made from human hair or synthetic materials and come in a variety of styles and types, including clip-in extensions, tape-in extensions, sew-in extensions, and micro-bead extensions. On the other hand, wigs are full head coverings made from human hair or synthetic materials that are used to completely cover a person's natural hair. The South African people used the wigs that are made from synthetic materials because synthetic wigs are generally more affordable than wigs made from human hair. This makes them a more accessible option for people who may not be able to afford a high-end human hair wig. Also, synthetic wigs require less maintenance than wigs made from human hair. They do not need to be washed as often and do not require styling with hot tools like curling irons or straighteners. In the future, the hair extensions will grow with the highest CAGR.

The entertainment and fashion industries in South Africa are often at the forefront of new hair trends and styles and therefore have a greater demand for wigs and hair extensions. Fashion designers and stylists may use wigs and hair extensions to create avant-garde looks that are not necessarily practical or feasible for everyday wear. The entertainment and fashion industries in South Africa, as in many other countries, rely heavily on the use of wigs and hair extensions to create a wide range of hairstyles and looks for performers and models. Wigs and hair extensions allow for a greater degree of creativity and versatility in hair styling, which is especially important in the entertainment and fashion industries, where appearances are everything. While individuals in South Africa may also use wigs and hair extensions for special occasions or to change their look, the demand for these products is generally higher in the entertainment and fashion industries. This is because the industry places a greater emphasis on appearances and therefore requires a wider range of hair styling options than the average person.

There are always new hair extension and wig products being launched in the South African market. Some recent launches include Tape-in hair extensions are easy to apply and remove and are designed to blend seamlessly with natural hair. U-part wigs have a U-shaped opening at the top that allows natural hair to be blended with the wig for a more natural look. Heat-resistant synthetic wigs are made from synthetic fibres that can withstand heat styling, making them more versatile than traditional synthetic wigs. Some hair extension companies are now offering customised extensions that are tailored to a person's individual hair type, texture, and colour. According to the report, the distribution channel includes both offline and online. Some of the local manufacturers of the hair extensions and the wigs are Darling Hair, X-pression, Nubian Soul Hair, and Bespoke Wigs.

Considered in this report

• Geography: South Africa
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report

• South Africa Hair Extension & wigs market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type:

• Extension
• Wigs

By Hair Type:

• Human Hair
• Synthetic

By End Users:

• Individual Consumer
• Entertainment & Fashion Industry

By Gender:

• Men
• Women

By Distribution Chanel:

• Offline
• Online

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, government-generated reports, and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by making telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations and organizations related to the guitar industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.


1. Executive Summary
2. Market Structure
2.1. Market Considerate
2.2. Assumptions
2.3. Limitations
2.4. Abbreviations
2.5. Sources
2.6. Definitions
2.7. Geography
3. Research Methodology
3.1. Secondary Research
3.2. Primary Data Collection
3.3. Market Formation & Validation
3.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
4. South Africa Macro Economic Indicators
5. Market Dynamics
5.1. Key Findings
5.2. Key Developments - 2021
5.3. Market Drivers & Opportunities
5.4. Market Restraints & Challenges
5.5. Market Trends
5.6. Covid-19 Effect
5.7. Supply chain Analysis
5.8. Policy & Regulatory Framework
5.9. Industry Experts Views
6. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Overview
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
6.3. Market Size and Forecast By Hair Type
6.4. Market Size and Forecast By End-User
6.5. Market Size and Forecast By Gender
7. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Segmentations
7.1. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market, By Product Type
7.1.1. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Extension, 2017-2028
7.1.2. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Wigs, 2017-2028
7.1.3. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Toupee, 2017-2028
7.2. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market, By Hair Type
7.2.1. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Human Hair, 2017-2028
7.2.2. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Synthetic, 2017-2028
7.3. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market, By End-User
7.3.1. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Individual Consumers, 2017-2028
7.3.2. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Entertainment & Fashion Industry, 2017-2028
7.4. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market, By Gender
7.4.1. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Men, 2017-2028
7.4.2. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size, By Women, 2017-2028
8. South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Opportunity Assessment
8.1. By Product Type, 2023 to 2028
8.2. By Hair Type, 2023 to 2028
8.3. By End-User, 2023 to 2028
8.4. By Gender, 2023 to 2028
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Porter's Five Forces
9.2. Company Profile
9.2.1. Company 1
9.2.2. Company 2
9.2.3. Company 3
9.2.4. Company 4
9.2.5. Company 5
9.2.6. Company 6
9.2.7. Company 7
9.2.8. Company 8
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 2: Market Attractiveness Index, By Product Type
Figure 3: Market Attractiveness Index, By Hair Type
Figure 4: Market Attractiveness Index, By End-User
Figure 5: Market Attractiveness Index, By Gender
Figure 6: Porter's Five Forces of South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market
List of Table
Table 1 : Influencing Factors for Global Hair Extension & Wigs Market, 2022
Table 2: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 3: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size and Forecast By Hair Type (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 4: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size and Forecast By End-User (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 5: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size and Forecast By Gender (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 6: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Extension (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 7: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Wigs (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 8: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Toupee (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 9: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Human Hair (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 10: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Synthetic (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 11: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Individual Consumers (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 12: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Entertainment & Fashion Industry (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 13: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Men (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 14: South Africa Hair Extension & Wigs Market Size of Women (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion

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