How To Revive A Human Hair Wig?

Does your expensive human hair wig look cheap, old, and dry? You can get your human hair wig looking brand new again by following simple tips in this article.

Why Do My Wigs Become Dry And Frizzy?

Human hair wigs are surreal, gorgeous, and natural after purchase. They give you the best and allow you to taste the goodness of their natural texture. However, your human hair wigs can lose their shine over time, becoming lifeless, dry, frizzy, and brittle.

Here are some reasons why;

• It could be that your wig is old. It's normal for it to lose its shine after a while.
• Poor maintenance is another reason your wig may have lost its luster. Well, while human hair wigs look more realistic since they are made from human hair, not caring for them properly can make them lose their shine sooner than you think. This means you must maintain your wig properly- understand what it needs and care for it. Other tips on how to keep your wig will be in this article.
• Regular use of hot styling tools could also be the cause. Whether it's the use of curling iron or flat irons, heat-styling tools can cause damage to your wig strands. So, avoid or minimize the use of hot tools.

While we could go on and on with different reasons why your human hair wig is lifeless, there's a need to revive it. So, if you were about to throw out the wig, pause for some minutes. Here are some steps that will help you restore your human hair wig to life.

How to Revive a Human Hair Wig at Home

1. Start with Untangling the Knots

This aspect is very technical. That's because you don't want to tug or pull the hair out. What you'll be doing is the opposite.

So, get a wide-tooth comb or a wig brush, and brush your wig. You want to be very careful.

If you'd like to make the process easier, place your wig on a mannequin and secure it in place.

Then, section the hair and start brushing. You can also use your fingers to help loosen some knots.

Move from the ends upwards till you reach the roots. If it's difficult, use a detangling spray or leave-in conditioner on the hair. These two products can help.

2. Dip into Shampoo Mixture

Once you've detangled it, get lukewarm water into a bowl or sink and add a little quantity of shampoo.

Now, swish the wig in the water and shampoo mixture, then rinse out with water. Remember, while it's in the bowl, do not scrub or rub the hair. That way, you will preserve your wig strands.

If your wig is still dirty, apply shampoo all over the hair once more to cleanse it before moving to the next step.

3. Deep Conditioning Session

Squeeze out the excess water carefully then get ready to deep condition your wig. What the conditioner does is restore its shine, vitality, and texture. You can say goodbye to the dullness and dryness if you do this.

So, go in with your deep conditioner first, brush out the hair while the product is on, then leave it for 10 minutes before rinsing it.

Brushing the wig while the conditioner is there helps to saturate and distribute the product you applied evenly.

4. Go For More Moisture

To revive a wig you'll need all the moisture you can get. So, after the deep conditioning, go in with a leave-in conditioner, natural oil, or a hair serum. Brush the hair with your wig brush or wide-tooth comb then set it aside to dry.

Tip: It's best if you air-dry it.

5. Style the Wig

Once your wig is completely dry, place it on a mannequin, and let's get it looking luscious again.

To start, apply a hair serum and brush the hair properly. If you'd like to style with a heat styling tool, it is necessary to apply a heat protectant to your strands for protection. Once you've done this, you can begin blow drying on low heat while you run your brush through the strands.

Tips When Washing and Styling A Human Hair Wig

1. Never rinse with hot water

It's always advisable to use lukewarm water to rinse out your wig. That's because hot water can strip your wig of the moisture it has, making things worse than they were.

2. Use a natural oil when you wash

While our hair gets hydration from our scalp, human hair wigs don't get that. It's necessary to restore some moisture to the strands of the wig.

How can you do that? A good natural oil will work perfectly. You can be sure it won't get frizzy, it will stay soft and shine. Some natural oils, such as coconut and argan oils are good oils to incorporate into your wash routine.

3. Specialized Shampoo and Conditioner

Using a regular shampoo that contains sulfate, paraben, and other harmful ingredients to the hair can affect your strands and cause damage to it. This makes it necessary to consider using products specifically designed for wigs. Such products won't cause harm to your wig, instead, they will help revive it back to life. You can check for some hydrating ones that contain natural ingredients. They'll help beautify and nourish your strands.

4. Dry Properly

Whenever you want to dry your wig, always use a microfiber towel to pat it dry. You are not to rub or scrub it. Rubbing it can damage your strands.

But if you don't want to use a towel, use your hands to squeeze out the water.

Also, never use a hot styling tool on your strands while they are wet.

General Tips on How To Maintain a Human Hair Wig

Your human hair wig will thank you if you take care of it as you should. To help you with that and avoid returning to a lifeless state, here are some general tips on how to maintain your human hair wig.

1. Store It Properly

The way you store your wig matters. If you were unaware, now you know.

The proper way to store it is on a wig stand, or in a breathable bag. That way, you are sure it will maintain shape and won't tangle anytime soon.

For your travels, you can use a regular ziplock bag. And once you see improvements in how your wig looks, make sure to thank us later (lol).

2. Using Heat Styling Tools

Minimizing your use of heat-styling tools will make your wig flourish. Tools like the flat iron, curling wand, and blow-dryer help to dry out the strands which can cause other issues. So, protect your strands from damage.

However, if you must use any heat styling tool, apply heat protectant properly to your hair.

3. Don't Sleep with Your Wig on

As much as your natural hair needs to breathe, so does the wig. At night, it's best if you take it off and set it on a stand. Sleeping with your wig on can cause friction, leading to tangles you could have avoided. But if you must, wear a satin bonnet after tying the hair properly, and use a silk pillowcase.

4. Cancel Regular Washing

Most of us are used to washing our wigs regularly, whether dirty or not. Surprisingly, it's bad and can cause damage to the wig. The right way is to wash your wig after several uses or once it's dirty. Doing this will prevent you from stripping it of nutrients and making it go through stress.

5. Brush Properly

Improper brushing of your wig can cause more tangles, breakage, and damage. So, whenever you brush, make sure you're moving from the tip to the roots. You want to do this gently without tugging or pulling the wig strands. Work your way upwards once you're sure there are no more knots.

Also, use a paddle brush, a wide-tooth comb, or a wig brush. Using other unrecommended brushes can damage your wig as well.

FAQs

1. Why is my wig not silky?

Harsh ingredients in your shampoo and conditioner can strip your wig of its fibers. If you want to wash, use a gentle shampoo and conditioner. You can use those with natural ingredients. They will give your wig nutrients.

Also, avoid using excessive heat regularly on your wig. Excessive heat can make your wig lose its shine.

2. How do you make a wig silky again?

You can follow our steps above to make your wig silky again. Then, finish it off with a good silk spray.

3. How do I tame a frizzy wig?

You can tame frizziness with a leave-in conditioner. Simply apply some over the hair and you'll get the sleek wig. You can also use anti-frizz serum for good results. It works too.

Conclusion

We've listed a few steps to help you revive your human hair wig and a few tips useful in caring for your wig. Now that you've read through it, what do you think? We hope you follow them and get your wig looking gorgeous once more!