Whether you’re rocking a human hair wig or synthetic style, tangles can get the better of them all! Without the right care and attention, your wig and the natural hair underneath can become knotted and matted all too easily.
Wigs need regular detangling to stay in tip top condition, with the frequent teasing of tangles preventing matting, reducing shedding, and keeping your wig fresher and more fabulous for longer. But, where do you even begin when detangling a wig? Read on to discover our top tips…
Conditioner is a vital ingredient when detangling a wig. It’ll moisturise wig fibres and loosen knots to make detangling a more straightforward task. But beware, selecting the wrong conditioning product could actually worsen tangles as Real Simple describes:
“The drier and more damaged your hair is, the more likely it is to tangle… The hair has less slip to it and more friction is created, upping the likelihood of it becoming knotted. To that point, using products with drying ingredients and/or getting chemical treatments that can damage the hair (bleaching, straightening) can ultimately contribute to your hair tangling easily.”
Thankfully, you don’t have to search too far to stock up on wig-friendly supplies that won’t make your detangling mission impossible to achieve. Our Leave-In Conditioner is made for such tasks, with its rich, colour-safe and moisturising formula perfect for defrizzing and detangling natural hair and human hair systems.
It’s also skin safe (you’ll still need to perform a patch test) and fragranced with a delightfully fresh scent.
Detangling success can only be realised with the right tools, and this goes beyond a good quality, wig-friendly conditioner. We recommend teaming the leave-in product suggested above with a strong wide tooth comb for the best results. A wig stand will also provide a sturdy base to detangle with ease, even when your wig is freshly washed and wet.
Once you have the right tools, you should work on that technique. You’ll find it easier to detangle when working from the ends upwards. Detangle a little bit at a time, through each section of the hair length, using gentle strokes to avoid any unnecessary wig damage.
Patience is definitely a requirement, especially for big detangling jobs. Most wig wearers find separating strands with their fingers first loosens up the knots for easier detangling.
Preserving your wig shape and style takes time, dedication and consistent detangling. By detangling your wig little and often, you can avoid the matting and knotting that happens without the appropriate care over time. Make detangling a part of your wig care routine to prevent future tangles.
Is your wig past its prime?
If even a good detangling won’t bring your wig back from the brink, it may be time to invest in a new style. Browse our range of synthetic and human hair wigs to get started.
