Even your favorite wig will lose its luster and look shabby if you do not take care of it, such as washing it regularly. In this issue, we will introduce some easy ways to care for your wigs at home.
What are the guidelines for taking care of it?
Wigs that are directly attached to the scalp are prone to sebum, sweat, and dust, and if left untreated will not only become dirty and smelly, but also shaggy and difficult to handle. Ideally, wigs should be washed after each use if it is a sweaty season, but if not, it is best to wash them once a week or so.
Also, a stand specially designed for wigs is useful for drying and storing washed wigs. Since it is close to the shape of your head, it does not lose its shape and is structured for easy drying.
How to care for human hair wigs
When washing a wig, the method of washing differs slightly depending on the material of the wig. Let’s take a look at how to wash a wig made of 100% human hair or a mix of human hair.
- brush the wig lightly to remove excess dirt before washing. 2.
- mix about 2 pushes (about 6 grams) of shampoo into a basin of water or lukewarm water and whisk to a lather. 3.
Soak the wig in 2. and soak gently for 5 minutes. 4.
- rinse with water or lukewarm water, avoiding going against the flow of the hair.
- spread a small amount of conditioner onto palms and evenly distribute. 6.
Rinse as in step 4. 7.
Wrap the hair in a towel and gently absorb the water. 8.
- brush briefly and dry on a wig stand.
How to care for artificial hair wigs
Next, let’s look at how to wash an artificial hair wig.
- brush the wig lightly to remove excess dirt before washing.
- mix about 2 pushes (about 6 grams) of shampoo agent into a basin of water or lukewarm water and whisk to a lather. 3.
- soak the wig in 2. and soak gently for 5 minutes. 4.
Rinse with water or lukewarm water, avoiding going against the flow of the hair. 5.
- mix about one garment’s worth of fabric softener in a basin of water or lukewarm water. 6.
Soak the wig in 5. for 1 hour. 7.
- rinse as in 4. 8.
- Wrap the wig in a towel and gently absorb the water. 9.
- brush briefly and dry on a wig stand.
How to take care of the wig’s features
Although wigs have some heat resistance, use water or lukewarm water because hot water can cause shrinkage and damage. Also, artificial hair wigs are mainly made of fibers and other synthetic fibers, so using fabric softener rather than conditioner is more effective in preventing static electricity.
Dried wigs can be used as they are, but a finishing touch of oil spray will give them the right amount of luster.
Your favorite wig can be kept beautiful and long-lasting with daily care. You can use commercially available daily necessities to take care of your wigs, so why not find a scent you like and give it a try?