How to wash a synthetic wig

Synthetic wigs need to be treated with the same care as human hair extensions. Store such accessories only on mannequins, avoiding deformation. Do not expose a synthetic hair wig to high temperatures. This is where the logical question arises, is it possible to wash a wig made of artificial hair? This is not only possible, but necessary. However, in order for the thing not to deteriorate, you need to know how to do it correctly.

Varieties of artificial wigs

Experimenting with their image, women first of all try to try on wigs made of artificial hair. This can be explained by the fact that such accessories are more affordable and easier to care for than natural hair wigs.

In the production of such overlays, two types of synthetic fibers can be used.

1. Kanekalon. Products made from such fibers are considered more attractive and durable, it is very difficult to distinguish them from natural hair. Kanekalon wigs have the same sheen and elasticity as human hair. The basis of these accessories are fibers obtained from special seaweeds.
2. Synthetic fibres. These include acrylic, polyamide and vinyl.Such hair is very hard to the touch, has an overly pronounced, unnatural shine and is highly prone to tangling. Hair from such fibers is made from children's dolls.

The main advantage of artificial wigs is the ease of care for them. Many women note that it is easier to wear an overlay made of synthetic fibers, since, unlike natural hair, it does not weigh down the head.

Taking care of a synthetic wig is not difficult at all, it does not lose its shape, does not change color and is afraid of temperature changes.It can be worn in light rain and light snow as a replacement for a hat. But in severe frost, you should not wear such an accessory, as it can deteriorate.

The downside is that the synthetic wig cannot be cut or dyed. It is impossible to change the appearance of such an overlay with a curl.

How often to wash

It is recommended to wash an artificial wig no more than once every one and a half months, but if necessary, you can wash such a product more often. The degree of contamination of the hair may depend on such factors:

• Intensity of accessory use. The more you wear a wig, the more it gets dirty.
• Air humidity. In high humidity, the strands always get dirty faster than in dry air.
• The length of the hair on the hair. The longer the strands, the more they get dirty.

Experts recommend washing your wig after every ten wears. But here you need to look at the degree of contamination.It happens that even after two weeks of constant wear, the wig looks clean and tidy.

Preparing for washing

Before you start washing your synthetic hair wig, you need to comb it thoroughly. You can do this with your fingers, simulating combing, and with a small comb. The strands are carefully combed, trying not to touch the base of the lining. If the hairs are tangled, they are gently untangled with your fingers, and then the strands are combed again.

For convenience, the wig can be put on a mannequin or on the head, although it is quite possible to comb it simply by laying it out on the table. It is desirable to take a comb with rounded and long teeth. Comb your hair in small strands, so there is less chance of tangling curls.

How to wash

To properly wash a wig made of synthetic fibers, you should follow these recommendations:

• Warm water is collected in a basin and a couple of caps of neutral shampoo are diluted in it. For this purpose, it is best to use a high-quality baby shampoo.
• The wig is gently lowered into the water and left in it for about 20 minutes. During this time, all the dirt will move away from the synthetic fibers.
• Next, the hair is thoroughly rinsed in soapy water. Washing the wig too intensively is not worth it, so as not to spoil it. If there is dirt on the strands, you can try to scrub them with a toothbrush. But you can only use a brush with fairly soft bristles to wash synthetic hair.
• After that, the wig is transferred to a container with clean water and rinsed well, washing off the remnants of the detergent.Water needs to be changed a couple of times, at the last rinse, a little vinegar can be added to the water.

Washing and rinsing synthetic wigs should be done with great care. It is unacceptable to crush or twist it strongly, all movements must be smooth and careful. Hair must be thoroughly rinsed from detergent, because if this is not done, then the strands will stick together.

How to dry

After rinsing, the wig cannot be twisted, it can be left in an empty basin or bath to drain excess liquid. After that, they take a thin cotton towel and gently blot the strands, trying not to confuse them. The further drying algorithm looks like this:

• The accessory is laid out on a clean towel and left for about an hour. When the towel is completely wet, it must be changed to a dry one.
• After the excess liquid is removed, the product is put on a mannequin or a three-liter jar and left to dry.At this point, leave-in conditioner can be applied to the strands.
• The accessory must dry in a well-ventilated area. You can put a jar with a wig on it about a meter from a heating radiator.

• After the hair is completely dry, the product is shaken well and then combed to straighten the curls and give the hairstyle a shape.

Do not dry your synthetic hair extension in direct sunlight. After that, the strands acquire an unnatural sheen and may become faded.

A quality synthetic hair wig looks quite attractive. Many women prefer such accessories due to the fact that they are easier to care for. It is possible and necessary to wash such a product, but subject to certain rules. If you ignore them, then the thing will be hopelessly damaged.