Monster high dolls can be hit or miss when it comes to looks if you are a collector. They often have issues such as thin hair (ie: bald spots on dolls), glue seeping from the hair, poorly painted faces, or loose joints. I strongly recommend buying these dolls in a store so you can examine them for visual flaws first hand.
These dolls are not for children who play roughly with their dolls. They have tiny parts that break and get lost easily. The hands and forearms detach from the dolls and are held in place with a thin plastic peg. Make sure your child knows to treat her gently!