While articles like this suggest solutions that enable you to sleep with your wig on, we strongly discourage going to bed without hanging your wig up for the night. In theory, and with the right precautions, sleeping in your wig as a one-off is possible, but the damage it can cause is simply not worth it. Here we explore exactly why you shouldn’t sleep in your wig…
Because friction can cause a BIG problem
By sleeping in your wig, you’ll be exposing your chosen style to extra friction that it just doesn’t need. It’s true, some wig damage can be reversed, yet the aftermath of persistent fibre friction can be irreversible.
That contact between your wig and your pillow can cause knots, tangles and matting that ultimately compromises the very integrity of your wig. With this in mind, storing your wig on a stand overnight could save you a lot of hassle, time and money.
Because your wig won’t last as long
Every wig has its lifespan. While some last longer than others – human hair wigs tend to outlive synthetic wigs with the right care – doing all you can to preserve its quality is important, and it all starts with your nighttime routine as Glamour details:
“’If you can take your wig off while you’re sleeping, please do so,’ says Johnson. ‘This gives your natural hair time to breathe, maintains the longevity of the wig, and cuts down on styling time. It’ll be ready to go for the next morning without a ton of touch-up time.’ This means that as long as you stay on top of your wig’s care, you can wear styles for weeks at a time before having to switch up to something new.”
If you are on a mission to increase your wig’s lifespan, check out our top tips for making sure your wig lasts.
Because it can be very uncomfortable
Physical comfort will have been a factor when selecting your wig, so why should you forget this when wearing it? Put comfort first by NOT wearing your wig to sleep in. It’ll be your ticket to a more restful night’s sleep.
Because there are other options
We understand that sometimes going wig-free can be difficult. Sleeping in pure comfort and keeping confidence levels high however is possible with the right wig accessories. Our turbans and sleep caps are made for those wig-free days and nights, and they’re available in a range of styles, shades and materials.
Our Lace Sleep Cap for example is crafted using 95% bamboo, a fabric well known and much loved for its super softness, antibacterial and antifungal qualities, hypoallergenic nature, and breathability.
Its moisture wicking and thermo regulating features mean it can be worn for comfort all year round, keeping you warm when the weather is chilly, and cool during the spring and summer months. When compared with other materials, bamboo comes out on top every time. It’s three times more absorbent than cotton to keep you fresh and cool whatever the weather outside.
Our bamboo sleep caps aren’t your only options either. Discover our full range of designs by browsing our headwear collection today.
