Let's talk washing your human hair wig
You’ve worn your piece for almost a month since receiving it (congratulations, you are now a hair wearing pro), but now it’s time to refresh your wig. Washing human hair wigs for the first time can be scary! What products do I use? Will my hair feel the same? Do I use hot or cold water? How do I wash a human hair wig without ruining it? AHHHH so many questions! First off, you are not alone, whether you are wearing a silk or lace wig, this step-by-step process will make you feel confident in no time!
- Wash with Shampoo
Alright, first you want to fill your sink with lukewarm water. Having the temperature not too high will prevent the hair from being damaged over time. Cold water is also fine if you prefer it. Once there is enough water (you don’t need too much) in the sink, add shampoo to the water to make it nice and soapy! Here at Lusta, we use the brand, Davroe but you can use any hydrating salon-grade products that are silicone and paraben free. When holding your piece while washing, you want to keep your hand under the wig by the part-line. That way, your hair remains neat and tidy while you fully submerge it under water (great tip to avoid knots or hair catching onto the clips). Don’t be afraid to get the cap wet! Massage the shampoo through the hair using your fingers. After a few minutes, rinse and repeat!
- Apply conditioner
Now do you remember us saying that wetting your cap is OK while shampooing and rinsing? Well we DO NOT recommend getting conditioner or treatment on the cap. Why? The hair on the scalp of your piece is hand-tied which means the hair is tightly held by a knot in the strand. Unlike shampoo, conditioner can loosen the hair that is knotted on your beautiful wig over time. Instead of submerging your piece, dip the hair from the middle to the ends. Once conditioned, feel free to leave your wig on a towel or an empty sink for 10 minutes. When you come back, rinse ALL the conditioner out. This is super important! Your hair will feel so much cleaner and fresher without left-over product.
- Dry
This is EASY! You can leave your piece to dry overnight on a towel or use a blow dryer. We do not recommend leaving your wig to dry on a mannequin head as the wig cap can stretch with the weight of the wet hair pulling it down. If your wig has a lace front, it is important not to leave the lace folded over as this can impact the shape.
