How to Fix Tangled Synthetic Hair Wigs?

Nov 27, 2014

Synthetic hair wigs can get tangled sometimes. Everyday wear and tear, such as the kind caused by rain and wind, can quickly create tangles. If they are not taken care of properly, their life will be greatly shorted. Of course, some wigs are more likely to get tangled than others depending on the type of fiber they are made from. The good news is that there is a way to fix this type of problem. You can save a tangled synthetic hair wig with the right technique and a few basic items.

 

Step 1. Wash the synthetic hair wig in cool water

Fill a basin with two quarts of cold water. Put the wig in the water to get rid of the dirt and oil that might be making the strands cling together. Synthetic hair wigs must be washed in cool water because heat will fuse synthetic strands together, making tangles impossible to remove. Lightly swirling the wig around in sudsy water is enough to clean it. Applying a little ordinary hair conditioner before the final rinse helps loosen especially stubborn tangles.

 

Step 2. Dry the synthetic wig on a stand

Dry the washed synthetic hair wig on a wig stand. Knots and tangles must be removed when the wig is dry. Wet strands are weaker than dry ones, making them more likely to break. Too much breakage can cause a very sparse or rough-looking wig.

 

Step 3. Comb the synthetic wig gently

When combing out a tangled wig, the wearer can place it on a wig stand or slip it on his or her head. Wearing the piece allows the wearer to style the wig to complement his or her face shape, and placing it on a stand gives the person access to all sides of the hairpiece. The wearer might also start with the wig on the stand or on his or her head and transfer it later for easier styling.