How to Wash a Hand-tied Wig? Tips and 5 Key Steps
Introduction
Wigs have become a must-have for fashion lovers. Many people wear them every day and love using them. But after wearing a wig for a long time, it will get dirty. How to clean a wig properly—so it’s clean without damaging it—is a common question for wig wearers.
Useful Tip for Brushing Long Wigs
When brushing a long wig, divide it into several sections and brush from the bottom up. Be gentle and patient. It’s normal to have a small amount of hair fall out while combing or wearing the wig.
- Never Wash with a Washing Machine
The strong spinning of a washing machine may cause the wig to shed a lot, or even fall apart completely.
- Use Warm Water for Washing
When washing the wig, first soak it in warm water (15~30 degrees Celsius is best) for about 5 minutes. Water that’s too hot will shorten the wig’s lifespan.
- Air-Dry Naturally
After washing, do not spin-dry it in a washing machine, blow it with a hair dryer, or dry it in direct sunlight. The correct way is to absorb excess water with a dry towel and then let it air-dry naturally.
- Use Mild Shampoo
Use a small amount of mild shampoo and wash the wig by hand gently. Do not rub too hard, and do not soak it for a long time.
- Store in a Ventilated Place
Although wigs are not real hair, they still need to be stored in a ventilated place. Otherwise, residual water and shampoo may damage the wig easily.