Over the years, synthetic wigs have grown in popularity due to their increasingly natural appearance and improvements in fibre wig technology. More and more people are beginning to reap the benefits that fibre wigs can bring, with their low maintenance yet seemingly natural appeal.
Synthetic wigs can last between 4 to 6 months with daily use and even longer when worn less frequently. But, to ensure your headpiece stays in shape and lasts as long as possible, it will require the correct maintenance. In this blog we will walk you through the products you need to care for your wig and to keep it looking it’s best, so you can feel your best.
1. Jon Renau Synthetic Fibre Care System
The Jon Renau Synthetic Fibre Care System is made up of travel size products, ideal for transporting your synthetic-wig essentials. This handy little kit contains 5 products including shampoo, conditioning spray, flexible spray gel, HD smooth detangler and wide tooth comb, all of which have been expertly formulated to prolong the life of your piece.
Wide Tooth Comb
It may seem the easy option to reach for your hairbrush, but the Jon Renau Wide Tooth Comb is specifically designed to detangle and smooth synthetic and heat defiant fibre, whilst supporting their life expectancy and holding their styles. A must-have for daily care.
Shampoo & Conditioner
When you become a synthetic wig wearer, you soon establish a hair-washing routine that differs from how you would wash real human hair. While the concept is the same, wigs require specialist products that work to retain your shine and minimise build-up that can damage your wig and make it difficult to style. For this reason, the Jon Renau care system is complete with wig-friendly shampoo and conditioning spray.
Here’s how to wash a synthetic wig.
2. Hairspray
Whatever your desired hairstyle, you want to ensure your look goes the distance, and a good quality hairspray will do just that. The Dimples Hairspray for synthetic hair has been formulated using carefully selected ingredients to give your wig the desired shine and hold without stiffness.
3. Fibre Oils
Is your synthetic wig prone to tangles? This is where the Synovation Fibre Oil by Natural Image could help. This spray has been specially designed to nurture and protect synthetic wigs. Its formula of lustre gloss helps eliminate tangles and lubricates dry fibre, making it look and feel naturally healthy and shiny again. Plus, this product uses a water based formula meaning it can be easily washed out in cold water.
4. Wig Tree Stand
A wig tree stand is an affordable, must-have in your collection. Not only is it a guaranteed way of maintaining your wig’s style and shape, but it comes flat packed, making it an effortless storage solution when travelling with your wigs. Lightweight, yet strong and sturdy, this handy gadget can be collapsed into a suitcase in seconds, making it a top choice for frequent flyers.
Storing your wig correctly is key to maintaining longevity and prolonging its lifespan. Learn more about how to store a wig.
5. Wig Tape
One of the primary concerns of new wig wearers is that they feel as though their wig may fall off or appear unnatural. Whilst this is unlikely, using wig tape to support your wig can give you added security and peace of mind. Wig tape is doubled-sided, medical-grade sticky tape that’s completely safe to use on your skin. You simply cut a little off and stick it on your scalp before applying your wig, keeping it firmly in position. The Sensi-Tak Extra Strong Wig Tape is available in both small and large sizes (up to 36 yards!) and can be used to attach to most monofilament wigs or toupees securely and comfortably.
Maintain Your Synthetic Wig for Longer
When maintained correctly, using the best wig maintenance products and accessories, synthetic wigs can add a seemingly natural, high-quality touch to your look, never losing shape, poise or colour, regardless of the weather. Take a look at our top tips for caring for your synthetic wig, so that, coupled with the right products, your wig will stay in top condition for longer.
Alternatively, take a look through our huge range of stunning synthetic wigs today.
