How to wash a wig of artificial hair?

Wig is a wonderful invention in the field of beauty industry. It gives girls the opportunity in a few minutes to transform from a platinum blonde to a red-haired beast or a bright brunette. At the same time, your hair is not exposed to ammonia dyes or high temperatures. However, for synthetic hair to serve for a long time, you should follow some recommendations for caring for it.

It can be noted that when a wig loses its former appearance, then this affects its splendor and shine of hair. In this article we will try to answer the question of how to wash a wig made of artificial hair so as not to spoil it, and for a long time it brought you joy.

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When to wash a wig?

To correctly determine how often you need to wash the wig, you should proceed from the list of factors:

• Synthetic hair needs to be cleaned systematically if the wig is worn often.
• In addition, the place of wearing is of no small importance. If you wear a wig indoors, it will not get dirty too quickly, as when wearing on the street.
• The same applies to hair length: the shorter the strands, the less often it requires washing.
• In relation to negative factors, it should be noted that the exposure of synthetic hair to excessive moisture can lead to their rapid contamination.

Important! Hairdressers say that it is advisable to wash a wig from artificial hair after 8-10 uses. In this case, it is strongly undesirable to use synthetic types of cleaning products. The structure of artificial and natural hair is significantly different, which is why the methods of care are different. It is better to give preference to a series of shampoos and conditioners that are specially designed for wigs.

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Washing sequence:

• Before starting the procedure, you must first boil water or use filtered for these purposes. Bottled water from natural sources is also suitable.
• Add 30 g of baking soda to the water and wait until the granules are completely dissolved, and then cool the solution.
• Pour the liquid into the basin and begin to carefully pour 50 ml of shampoo, stirring with your hands until a foam forms.
• Put the wig in water for 10-15 minutes. After the time has passed, begin to gently wash the wig of artificial hair, without stretching your arms and not tugging strands.
• To remove stains from decorative cosmetics (blush, foundation, lipstick) from the surface, treat the stained area with a medium hard toothbrush.
• After thoroughly cleaning the wig, repeat the manipulations. Prepare the solution again with soda and shampoo and soak the accessory for 5 minutes.
• Remove artificial hair from the water, squeeze slightly and rinse the strands with cold filtered water.
• Take a large towel, fold it in half and lay on a flat surface. Place a wig on top of it for 15 minutes.
• Spread evenly hair care spray or wig serum that does not need to be washed off.
• At this stage, you can send the hair to dry. To do this, use a stand in the shape of a head, and if it is not, then you can use an ordinary glass jar of the desired size.

Important! Synthetic curls should be dried in the fresh air, avoiding exposure to strong winds and direct sunlight.Do not, under any circumstances, use a hair dryer or hair rollers. As a rule, the wig completely dries out in 6-8 hours, but sometimes this time can be a little longer.

• After the strands have dried, take the product and shake it well to return to its previous shape. If you want to create a styling, then you need to do this without a massage brush and comb. Give your hair a direction with your hands, and a small amount of styling mousse can be applied to the ends.

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Comb a synthetic hair wig

After you managed to wash the artificial wig, you need to comb it properly. It is desirable to carry out this procedure not only after washing, but also after each use. This will prevent potential tangles and tangles.

So, let's begin:

1. Take a flat comb with fairly wide teeth.
2. Squeeze the lower rows of hair in your hand so that you do not pull out the hair during combing.
3. Carefully comb the bottom section, starting at the tips.
4. Next, proceed to the upper rows. To make it easier for you, you can divide the hair into parts, treating each of them in turn.
5. If your wig cannot be combed, then you should use a professional spray to facilitate the procedure. Then carefully separate the curls with your hands.
6. If tangled hairs formed, which finally tied into a knot, then you can use thin manicure scissors. Lightly cut the beam and try to unravel.
7. Now put the wig on your head, carefully comb it again, giving it the shape you need.

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How to store?

In order for your “spare” hair to please you for a long time, you should know not only how to wash an artificial wig, but also how to store it correctly. To do this, you need:

1. Get a special wig net that can hold its shape and facilitate storage. If the product has long hair, then they should be pulled into a tight tail, and then rolled up. Only after these steps can you put on the net. However, you should not tighten the bundle if the hairstyle does not imply such storage.
2. For the long-term preservation of synthetic curls, they must be kept in a well-ventilated area. It is undesirable to hide the wig in a closed cabinet - it is better to put it on top of a high chest of drawers or cabinet.
3. Refuse to store the product on a window near direct exposure to ultraviolet rays.
4. Do not pack the wig in cellophane, hoping that it will not get dust. For these purposes, you can cover the accessory with a light veil or scarf.
5. Keep the synthetic hair in a cool, dry place where there is no moisture or mold. Keep the dummy with the product away from radiators and other heating devices.

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Agree that to wash a wig of artificial hair, in fact, is not so difficult if you have certain knowledge. Follow the sequence during washing and combing, do not violate storage conditions, and artificial hair will last you a long time.