How To Care For a Curly Wig

September 01, 2024

Curly hair is a fashion statement that stands the test of time. Whether you already have curls and want to pump up the volume, or you have straight hair and want to try curls on for size, a wig is the clear solution. Like with your natural hair, there’s a certain amount of care that goes into ensuring that your curly wig always looks and feels its best. Use these tips to wash and style your curly wig so it’s always ready to go. 

Essential Care Tips for Maintaining Your Curly Wig

Separating sections of hair on your curly wig is important because it helps keep each of the curls defined. This goes for tight ringlets and looser curls. For smaller curls, you will need smaller sections, for larger curls, your sections can be wider. You can do this with your fingers or a comb. 

Even wigs can get tangled, which is true for those made with human hair and those that consist of synthetic hair. Using a detangling mist helps you work them out of the wig. Make sure you choose a product that is designed for the type of hair your wig is made from and use a light mist. Too much and the product will weigh down the hair. 

Your best tool for this is a wide toothed comb, which allows you to gently work out tangles and arrange your style. A brush may cause your curls to frizz or may cause shedding. Use the comb and slowly work through any tangles to preserve the wig and prevent loss of strands. 

Now that you’ve detangled your wig, you can restore the curls to their natural shape and style. You can do this with your fingers, gently twisting and manipulating until you get your curls the way you like them. Work in sections to ensure that you don’t miss any. It’s best to avoid heat styling a synthetic hair wig, but if you do so with a human hair wig, your curling iron should be on the lowest heat setting. 

When you aren’t wearing your wig, it needs to be properly stored to retain the curls and prevent damage. Place a hair net over the curls to prevent tangling. Lay the wig flat in a box or you can place it on a wig stand. Keep it covered to avoid dust build up. 

You don’t have to wash your wig every time you wear it, but it does need regular cleaning to preserve the curls, prevent odor and keep it looking its best. Choose hair products that go with the type of curly wig you have, synthetic hair or human hair. Use lukewarm water and the appropriate shampoo and conditioner to gently wash the strands. Be sure to rinse the wig well and dry it after washing, then store it according to the above tips. 

Do you have a curly wig? Or are you looking for one? ABC Wigs is here to help you find and care for the perfect curly style. Come see us today to find just what you’re looking for. 

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