Lace wigs are becoming more and more popular and are a great way to get that glamorous look. Human hair hand tied on lace base one strand at a time is the best way to have your hair looking as natural as possible with a style that you’ve always desired. Although they are popular, lace wigs are the centre of many myths and legends and some people are often put off. But, have a further read to find out exactly how to care for them and whether they are a good choice for you.
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Daily Care
To avoid the hair matting or becoming tangled it is important to ensure you are using the right tools. Your wig needs to be cared for and in the right way. For example, a brush that is specific for lace wigs should be top of your list. If you use a comb, make sure it is wide toothed to allow for the knots to be detangled gently rather than aggressively. But, comb and brush your hair only when necessary. Excessive brushing and combing can cause the hair to shred or break just as it would with your natural hair. Your natural hair grows back, your wig will not! Also, try to wear a silk cap or bonnet when you go to bed as this will keep it from tangling and getting matted during the night.
To avoid the hair matting or becoming tangled it is important to ensure you are using the right tools. Your wig needs to be cared for and in the right way. For example, a brush that is specific for lace wigs should be top of your list. If you use a comb, make sure it is wide toothed to allow for the knots to be detangled gently rather than aggressively. But, comb and brush your hair only when necessary. Excessive brushing and combing can cause the hair to shred or break just as it would with your natural hair. Your natural hair grows back, your wig will not! Also, try to wear a silk cap or bonnet when you go to bed as this will keep it from tangling and getting matted during the night.
Washing your Wig
When washing your wig, make sure this is done whilst its placed on a head block, not whilst still on your head. First, it is suggested you spray the wig with warm clean water and detangle the hair by combing gently through any knots or matted areas. Then, you can begin to wash the wig fully by rinsing the hair and applying a small amount of shampoo. Once the shampoo is thoroughly rinsed out, repeat if necessary. Allow the hair to air dry on the wig head block overnight or if you’re in desperate need, blow dry the hair but on the VERY lowest setting. Overnight air dry is preferable.
When washing your wig, make sure this is done whilst its placed on a head block, not whilst still on your head. First, it is suggested you spray the wig with warm clean water and detangle the hair by combing gently through any knots or matted areas. Then, you can begin to wash the wig fully by rinsing the hair and applying a small amount of shampoo. Once the shampoo is thoroughly rinsed out, repeat if necessary. Allow the hair to air dry on the wig head block overnight or if you’re in desperate need, blow dry the hair but on the VERY lowest setting. Overnight air dry is preferable.
Styling your Wig
You may be used to blow drying your natural hair, but when it comes to your lace wig, it’s important to stay away. Quite obviously the heat can damage the wig just as it would with your natural hair but more importantly, the heat from the blow dryer can cause the lace mesh to shrink. Undoubtedly this is going to cause a few problems. If you do need to blow dry, do this sparingly and on a low setting. It’s always going to be tempting to use straighteners and tongs, which is fine, but as you would with your natural hair, ALWAYS use a heat protector.
You may be used to blow drying your natural hair, but when it comes to your lace wig, it’s important to stay away. Quite obviously the heat can damage the wig just as it would with your natural hair but more importantly, the heat from the blow dryer can cause the lace mesh to shrink. Undoubtedly this is going to cause a few problems. If you do need to blow dry, do this sparingly and on a low setting. It’s always going to be tempting to use straighteners and tongs, which is fine, but as you would with your natural hair, ALWAYS use a heat protector.
Caring for your natural hair
Although it’s important to care for and maintain your lace wigs, don’t neglect your natural hair as this is YOURS. If possible, try to remove your wig every 2 weeks so that your hair and scalp is hygienic and does not become irritated. In this time, shampoo and condition your hair thoroughly to maintain its health. Dryness and dandruff can often be a battle when wearing lace wigs so oil your scalp regularly to combat this. It’s also important to make sure your natural hair is fully dry before applying your wig.
Although it’s important to care for and maintain your lace wigs, don’t neglect your natural hair as this is YOURS. If possible, try to remove your wig every 2 weeks so that your hair and scalp is hygienic and does not become irritated. In this time, shampoo and condition your hair thoroughly to maintain its health. Dryness and dandruff can often be a battle when wearing lace wigs so oil your scalp regularly to combat this. It’s also important to make sure your natural hair is fully dry before applying your wig.
Look out for next week’s post where I will be uncovering the myths and truths of lace wigs and how to spot a good one and a bad one from a mile off!
Lauren Husbands
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