Wigs are fantastic, but do you know how to keep them looking good?

Wigs have been a hot topic of discussion, but once you have chosen and experimented with your new wigs, how do you keep them looking good? As a keen wig wearer myself, I have compiled a short care guide to help.

People always ask ‘How long will my wig last?’ – the answer is always the same ‘It really does depend how you care for your wig’. From how you wear it, how you store it, how often you brush and wash it, to how you put it on…like any hair, if you do not brush and wash it, it will look dull and knotty.

Human hair wigs can be looked after the same way as your own hair, but remember to treat them carefully as you will not ‘feel’ them tugging if they were attached. You’d better use a rounded bristle brush since it won’t damage the hair, the best way to brush is whilst you are wearing it, or on a mannequin or head stand and style with regular products. Human hair wigs are the easiest to look after and have a very long life, so you can wear them for years and years if you take good care of them.

Synthetic Wigs are a bit more troublesome to look after, but here are some helpful tips:Store the wig on a wig stand or mannequin head when you are not wearing itWhen putting the wig on, don’t flip it upside down ( with your head forward and down). Instead stand up straight and place the base of the wig at the nape of your neck and secure the wig by pulling it forward to your hairline.

If you need to brush your wig, brush it gently and use a wide tooth wig comb or a specialised wig brush (with rounded bristles) for minimum damage to the hair fibre. To keep your wig in great condition treat it regularly with a light spray of a good quality wig fibre oil conditioner. If you find that after a while your synthetic wig has become frizzy, there are a few tips you may want to try to bring it back to life:Wash it gently with a good creamy conditioner or a special wig conditionerGently steam it over a pan or kettle – this is literally a miracle trick, but please be careful not to scold yourself .

Even with the highest quality synthetic hair wigs, you must treat the wig carefully if you intend to wear it a lot. That way the wig will last and can be worn everyday for quite some time. So, with the right care and attention even a synthetic wig can last a long time and change your look as often as you want to!

As always, be creative and have fun with wigs! Any questions, please feel free to contact us!