Curly hair is a classic style that will never go out of style, and a curly wig allows you to recreate this timeless look on a regular basis. In spite of the fact that curly wigs require a little more upkeep, it is simple to keep them in excellent condition over time with proper curly hair care. In this post, we’ll go over how to properly care for curly wigs, as well as how to wash a curly wig without damaging it.

1 – Divide your hair into sections.

The first step in caring for a real hair wigs is to separate the hair into sections. The hair should be divided into smaller sections if your curly wig has small ringlets that are tightly packed together, such as the Curl Appeal wig from the Gabor collection. If your curly wig has larger, looser curls, such as the Hudson wig from Rene of Paris, you can separate the hair into larger sections to make it easier to style.

2 – Mist your hair with a detangling spray.

After that, lightly mist each section with a detangling mist to keep the hair from getting tangled. If you’re working with a synthetic curly hair, you should make certain that you’re using wig care products that are specifically formulated for synthetic hair. Only products designed specifically for the care and maintenance of human hair wigs should be used when working with them.

Gently brush the hair with your fingers.

To detangle your curls, gently brush them out of the way. When brushing curly wigs, make sure to use a wide-toothed comb to avoid damaging the hair. Regular combs and hairbrushes will ruin the curls in your wig and can cause it to look frizzy or cause it to snag on your clothing.

4 – Restore the curls if necessary.

Having detangled and knotted your wig, the next step is to return the curls to their original shape. Separate the hair into sections depending on the type of curls your wig has, or that you want your wig to have – smaller sections for tighter curls, larger sections for looser curls or waves – and style as desired.

Gently twist each curl with your finger, allowing it to fall back into its original curl pattern after you have finished. Try twisting your curls in the opposite direction if you notice that your curls aren’t bouncing back as they should. Use a curling iron to restore the curls to your real hair wigs if you have one, but be careful to use a low heat setting. Curling your wig without the use of heat is also an option.

5 – Take Care When Storing Your Wig

The final step in how to care for curly wigs is to make sure that your detangled wig is stored in a safe and secure manner. Use a hair net to gently cover the wig in order to keep the curls in place and prevent further tangling. In order to prevent dust accumulation, lay your wig flat into the bag or box it came in, or place it inside of a plastic, tightly sealed box to keep it from getting dirty.

When it comes to wig care practices to avoid, keep in mind that throwing your wig on the floor, a counter, or a chest of drawers will almost certainly result in your curls becoming tangled and knotted, which is not what you want.

How to Take Care of a Curly Wig

Curly wigs should be washed as little as possible, and only when absolutely necessary, according to the manufacturer. Your curly hair may need to be washed if it appears greasy, has lost its shine, or is becoming difficult to style as a result of these factors.

Determine Your Wig’s Style

In order to begin, you must first determine what kind of real hair wigs you have: a fibre-based or a human-haired one. Make certain that you are aware of the most effective and safest washing practices for the particular type of curly wig you have. On our blog, we have helpful guides on how to wash a wigs for black women and how to wash a fibre wig. Please check them out.

Fill Your Basin with Water

Following the identification of your wig type, you’ll want to fill a basin or bathtub with enough lukewarm water to completely submerge your wig. Caution should be exercised when using hot water because this can cause damage to the wig.

Make Your Wig Look Great!

Once the entire hairpiece has been thoroughly wetted, wig shampoo should be applied. Apply the shampoo to your hair in a gentle and even manner all over. Use caution when applying shampoo, as scrunching the hair can cause your curls to lose their definition.

Shampoo should be rinsed off.

After that, carefully rinse your wig to remove all of the shampoo. In order to properly care for curly wigs, rinse the hair from root to tip while allowing the water to flow in the same direction as the wig’s hair, as this can help to minimize tangling.

Make Your Wig Dry

Using towels, carefully lay your wig flat on a towel after removing it from the waterGently pat the wig down with a second towel or cloth to aid in the drying process. It is critical that you pat your wig dry rather than rubbing it dry; if you rub your wig dry, the curls in your human hair wigs may become distorted. We also do not recommend air drying your wig on a wig stand or mannequin head because the weight of the wet hair can stretch out your wig and cause damage to your curly locks.