How to care for your wig

How do I put my wig on?
How often do I wash my wig?
How do I style my wig?
How do I wash my wig?
Can I cut my wig?
What should I avoid?

Question:  How do I put my wig on?
Answer:

1. Give the wig a gentle shake.
2. Find the label on the back of the wig, which will go on your neckline.  Note the Velcro tabs for sizing and adjust accordingly.
3. Grasp the wig at the top (in the back where the label is) with hands on both sides of the label.
4. Slip the wig over your head starting at the forehead hairline and then towards the neck.  The front of the wig should lie on your front hairline.
5. The wig should feel secure but not too tight.  If needed adjust the Velcro tabs on the back inside of the wig.

Question:  How often do I wash my wig?
Answer:
The frequency of washing depends on factors such as air quality and humidity.  Generally, a wig should be washed after 8-12 wearings, but can vary.

Question:  How do I style my wig?
Answer:

Your wig can be styled with a wig brush, a wig comb, or your fingers.  Avoid using a brush designed for human as these brushes can damage the wig hair.

For easy styling just shake, put on and finger style your wig. 

Lightly spritz your wig with clean, cool water to remove static electricity and return your wig to its original look.

To achieve various styles, liquid wig mousse is a great styling tool.  For curly or wavy styles, just mousse, hand scrunch and pick the style into curls.  On straight styles, mousse and brush lightly.

Your wig is designed with a basic style but your options are limitless.  Add height by gently lifting the crown with a wig comb.  For added fullness, tease or back-comb and then smooth the surface hair over the teasing.  To return your wig to its basic style, simply wash it and allow drying.

Question:  How do I wash my wig?
Answer:

1. Gently brush your wig with a wig brush.
2. Add one tablespoon of wig shampoo to a sink of cool water.
3. Swirl the wig for one minute, gently agitate and then allow soaking for 5-10 minutes.  Do not Rub.
4. Rinse under cold running water until thoroughly rinsed.
5. Blot the wig gently with a towel.  Do not squeeze or wring.
6. Apply a very light coat of wig conditioning spray approximately 10-12 inches from the wig.
7. Allow the wig to air dry on a slender object (shampoo bottle) covered with a hand towel.  Do not put your wet wig on a Styrofoam head as this will stretch the cap.
8. Do not use a hair dryer.  Air dry only.
9. When completely dry, style as usual.  Do not allow the wig to dry in direct sunlight.

Question:  Can I cut my wig?
Answer:
Yes!  Your wig will come boxed, inside a hair net, possibly in tight ringlet curls. You may take your wig to a professional stylist to be customized.  Often, the bangs will need trimming and slight thinning in areas you desire.  Your wig should be cut while you are wearing it.

What should I avoid?
Answer:

• Do not expose your wig to heat in excess of 160 degrees (Opening oven doors, standing near barbecue grills, fireplaces, etc.)  as this will cause the wig fibers to frizz.
• Do not brush, or attempt to style your wig when wet.
• Do not use any form of curling irons, blow dryers, flat irons, hot rollers as heat will ruin your wig.
• Only use products designed for wigs.  Shampoo, conditioner, hair spray, mousse, brushes and combs are available especially for wigs.
• Keep your wig stored on a wig stand as this will help it hold its style and shape.