A wig is an artificial covering of hair for all or most of the head, of either synthetic or natural hair, worn to be stylish or more attractive. It is also a similar head covering, worn in one's official capacity, as part of a costume, disguise, etc. A toupee, topper or hairpiece is also described as a wig. The History of Wigs                       The earliest recorded evidence of wigs was in ancient Egypt. The Egyptians used to shave their heads to prevent lice infestation….a most prevalent occurrence of their time. It seems, however, that although they shaved their heads they would have preferred to have hair as they began wearing wigs, in part