Unspoken Wig Rules for Wearers

There are some unspoken rules that every long-time wig wearer knows.

Essentially these wig rules are key info ranging from wearing and styling of wigs to their maintenance.

Many women bear these rules in mind but don’t talk about them often. The result is that new wig wearers might not get to learn them.

This could lead to colossal waste.

So in this post, we’ll have a look at the wig rules you’ve absolutely got to know as soon as you’re ready to get that great new look for yourself.

Unspoken Wig Rules for Every Wearer

1. How to Wear a Wig

Once you’ve decided to buy a wig, you’ll want to make sure it fits properly. A badly fitted wig is such a bummer for both beginners and wig professionals.

Get to know the dimensions of the area surrounding your head. It’s a minor point, yet it’s one of the most crucial aspects of wig wearing.

Remember to protect your natural hair before installing. After a generous application of moisturiser, braid or twist your hair into a clean protective style with the ends tucked away. Remember to wear your wig hat!

Adjusting the wig

There are three different types of wig straps that are adjustable in order to create a good fit. Look on the inside of the wig at the tag or label to see what kind of strap you have.

One or more of these options are available on many wigs. They are

• Elastic straps – which are kind of like bra straps and are located on either side of the wig near the tag. To tighten or widen this kind of strap, draw it tight and release it. Tweak the straps until you’re satisfied that the wig is firmly in place on your head.
• Velco straps – placed on each side of the wig. When you put the wig on, connect the velcro pieces together and adjust them to make the wig tighter or looser. If you don’t want to wear a wig cap, be especially careful not to let the velcro grab your curls. It can be painful.
• Hooks – allow you to adjust your wig by connecting the clips to the slots along the seam of the wig. The wig tightens as you come closer to the tag, and loosens as you walk away from the tag.

Securing a wig

There are two types of wigs: regular lace front wigs and glueless wigs.

Regular lace front wigs need to be secured with wig glue. But this kind is dropping in popularity because of the risk of damaging the hairline with the glue.

Glueless lace wigs don’t require glue (That sort of goes without saying).

Here are options for securing them:

• Wig Grip Band: can be adjusted and worn under the wig to keep it from slipping.
• Wig Tape: attaches to the inside of the wig and works best on bald heads.
• Wig Caps: act as a barrier between your scalp and the wig.
• Wig Clips:sewn around the border of the wig.

2. Creating Natural Hairlines

Your new lace front wig has cost you time, effort, and money. So, what’s next?

Even the most costly lace wigs require some adjustments to seem completely like real hair. The most popular wig styling ideas today involve plucking off a portion of the wig.

Why is this?

You’ll notice that the hair on your natural hairline isn’t all the same length. Similarly, a freshly unpacked wig’s hairline reveals that the hair is evenly distributed on all sides. It doesn’t look natural.

So to fix that, we like to grab a pair of tweezers and pluck the additional hair away from the margins of the face. It’s called treating the baby hairs.

Plucking the hair like this creates a real-looking hairline by making it look like there’s natural hair growth.

Some wig wearers just prefer to go for wigs that have thinner lace closures so that they don’t end up with a bulky hairline. A thin closure will create a more natural look. Plus, there won’t be any risk of over plucking.

3. Maintenance Rules for Wigs

Here are the wig rules for preserving your wigs.

• Wash your wigs often with sulfate-free shampoo and conditioners to keep them looking and feeling great.
• Avoid over-washing your wig! Washing it just once a month is fine, or at the most twice if you wear it every day.
• When styling synthetic wigs, avoid using heat. Heat styling will melt or burn the hair because it is not human.
• When not in use, place the wig on a wig stand or mannequin head.

Specific rules for synthetic wigs

• Allow the wig to dry thoroughly after washing before beginning the styling process.
• If you don’t have access to a wig stand or mannequin head, use a chin strap to keep your wig in place while you style it.
• Using a stainless steel brush, brush synthetic hair from the bottom to the top.
• Synthetic hair strands necessitate the use of wigs that are specifically made for them. Never use natural hair products on synthetic hair.

Human hair wigs

Human hair wigs are created from processed human hair, so they have the same appearance and feel as your natural hair. As a result, the styling process can be just as demanding as with natural hair.

Here are the rules for maintaining them:

• When using curling irons or flat irons, make sure to use low heat to avoid damage.
• Don’t use heat tools repeatedly, as you would with your own hair. Otherwise your wig will dry out and have a limited lifespan.
• Don’t ever use natural hair products like cremes and gels on your wigs. The oil is terrible for it
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• Sprinkle water (gently) on your curly wigs for a quick refresh.

4. Wig rules for styling

What beginner wig wearers won’t know is that you can add a touch of colour to your wig to make it more exciting.

Here’s how:

Synthetic hair wigs

With proper maintenance, a synthetic wig can last up to 4-6 months. Dying it can cut down on the time it takes, but it also adds diversity and flair to your look. So it’s a great option for you to try out.

Adding color to a wig that is losing its luster due to evident wear and tear is a brilliant way to freshen the look without making too many sacrifices.

You can browse the Internet for great color effects you can try out.

Human hair wigs

Dying human hair wigs is a time-consuming and expensive process.

An additional wig purchase may be necessary depending on the color you like. For example, it’s significantly easier to brighten a blonde wig than it is to brighten a brunette wig.

Plus, if you’re dealing with a brown or black pigment, you run the danger of permanently ruining your extension.

If you want to go ahead though, ensure that you go for quality products.