How To : Put On a Wig

When you first receive your wig, you may feel a little overwhelmed by the whole concept of having to wear a wig let alone figuring out how to put it on. It can be a scary journey however there’s no need to worry, you’re not alone. At Joseph’s Wigs, we completely understand your confusion and are here to remove any stress you may have when wearing your wig, especially for the first time; we’ll lead you through the process so you can feel at ease.

Your Step-by-Step Guide

A parcel comes in the post, you open up the box, you see your wig neatly presented – now what?

If you can relate, you’re in the perfect place. Don’t panic, on this page we’ll show you how to put on your wig correctly, so you feel comfortable and can wear it with confidence. This process is a great starting point for those wearing a wig for the first time however as you get more experienced you may come to find different ways of putting on and wearing your wig that work best for you.

By following a few simple steps you’ll have your wig on and looking great in no time. So let’s begin...

What You’ll Need:

A wig cap
Your wig
A wire wig brush (for synthetic wigs) or a normal brush (for human hair wigs)
Wig styling cream (optional

Please note: If your wig comes with a hair net in the box, this is simply to protect the wig and isn’t to be worn.

How to Put on Your Wig Cap

There are many views on whether a wig cap is necessary or not. On one hand, wig caps can aid a more secure fit, help to keep natural hair under control under the wig, and ensure better hygiene standards, however they can sometimes fall off, depending on how much your wig is moved throughout the day and depending on the shape of your head. Wearing a wig cap is purely down to personal preference and that’s why it’s always good to experiment and see what feels best on you. If you don’t want to wear a wig cap, skip to step 7.

Prepare your wig cap.

If you have long hair, start by tying it into a low ponytail or bunches so it’s easy to hide and tuck away. Stretch out the wig cap and position it in your hands so it’s ready to be worn.

Anchor the front of the wig cap on your forehead.

The inside of the wig cap should be placed just above your eyebrows to keep it in position, then take the back of the wig cap over your head, right down to the nape of your neck

Tuck your hair under the wig cap so that it’s not visible.

If you have natural hair, to begin with, make sure it’s tucked away under the wig cap to avoid it being seen when wearing your wig.

Tuck excess hair underneath the wig cap at the back.

This step applies if you have long hair, ensure your ponytail is pushed under the wig cap.

Push the front of your wig cap back until it meets your natural hairline.

Ensure the sides of the wig cap are tucked behind your ears.

Putting on Your Wig

Find the wig label.

This helps to differentiate the front and back of the wig. The label sits at the back of the wig.

Find the ear points on the wig cap construction.

Before putting the wig on, grab onto the ear points on the side of the cap construction and position the label at the top.

Anchor the front of the wig on your forehead, just above your eyebrows.

Pull the wig over your head.

Flip the hair back.

Once the wig is on your head, the parting should form naturally.

Toggle and align the ear points to position the wig.

Gently pull both ear points to position the wig until it feels comfortable on your head. The ear points should align with one another and sit near your ears.

Hold the top of the wig and pull the back of the wig down to the nape of your neck.

With one hand, firmly hold the top of the wig in place and, with the other hand, pull the back of the wig down so the wig fits your whole head securely. Do the same for both sides.

The front of the wig should sit on your hairline, roughly 3 fingers away from your eyebrows.

Gently brush the wig and style to your preference.

Using the correct styling products for your wig, style it to your liking. For synthetic fibre wigs, use a proper metal wig brush, for human hair wigs use any normal brush but avoid metal brushes as this can cause damage to the human hair.

Ta-da, the wig is on!

That’s it, you look beautiful with your new wig.

Get in Touch with Joseph’s Wigs

Still in need of further guidance? Get in touch today, we’re here to support you with everything you need when wearing your wig.

If there’s anything else on your mind, Joseph’s Wigs are more than happy to chat. Call us on 020 8648 5541 or email sales@josephs-wigs.com and we can discuss any concerns/queries you may have.