How to Wash A Wig Like An Expert?

One of the keys to making your wigs, hairpieces and hair extensions look great longer, is proper care. Love your hair & it will love you back! Here are tips to help guide cleansing, conditioning & styling.

Find tips to wash your wig like a pro and make sure you:

  • Keep your wig looking beautiful, longer
  • Avoid stretching or damaging the cap
  • Manage tangles and matting
  • Reduce shedding and frizz
  • Restore Luster

What You’ll Need

  1. Folding Wig Stand
  2. Wide tooth Comb
  3. Synthetic or Human hair shampoo
  4. Synthetic or Human hair conditioner
  5. Towel

Step 1: Detangle

Before you wash, make sure you carefully detangle the hair using a wide tooth comb. Start from ends and work toward the root to decrease shedding.

Step 2: Rinse

Use lukewarm water and rinse from roots to ends. Do not soak or rub as this can lead to tangling.
Tip: If your wig is curly, try leaving the hairnet on.

Step 3: Shampoo

Loosen shampoo in your hands and work through the hair. Distribute a small amount of shampoo evenly throughout the hair.
Tip: Use circular motions to clean the cap.

Step 4: Condition Human Hair

Leave in for a few minutes before rinsing. Do NOT apply conditioner to the root.
Tip: If dry or damaged, use a deep conditioner.

Step 5: Rinse

Let lukewarm water flow in the same direction of the hair to avoid tangling. Squeeze and press the hair; do NOT wring.
Tip: Towel blot to remove excess water.

Step 6: Dry Human Hair

Blow dry about 80% and then round brush until smooth.