While popular, the use of wig glue doesn’t come without its drawbacks. A secure, natural looking hold after all isn’t always a given, in fact, the wrong glue product can result in skin irritation, discomfort, unnecessary tension and even unsightly, difficult to remove residue. Here BlackDoctor explains more about the long term dangers of using a poor quality glue product:
“Unfortunately, they can cause damage that is often permanent. The glue can block your scalp pores and damage your hair follicles as well as burn and dry out your hair. Heavy extensions pull on your scalp resulting in thinning hair. It is difficult to clean your scalp with glue extensions in it creating unhealthy hair. Sometimes hair extensions can cause headaches and bald spots.”
With this in mind, looking for alternatives to wig glue is an avenue explored by many. To help you on your way, we’re here with a guide to securing wigs without glue.
For adjustable comfort and security you can trust, the humble wig strap can be called upon. Adjustable wig straps remain one of the most effective glueless methods around for both synthetic and human hair wigs. It’s one of the reasons why they’re featured across our range of men’s and women’s wigs and hairpieces.
These adjustable straps are sewn into the wig cap for optimum security, giving wearers like you the power and convenience to tighten or loosen your wig as you see fit. Adjustable wig straps are super easy to use, making them ideal for beginners or individuals who rely on their wigs every day.
While not completely adhesive free, wig tapes are popular alternatives and often favourites when compared to harsher wig glue formulations. Wig tape is considered the gentler option, with many wearers finding it simpler to remove and far less messy. There are several advantages to choosing wig tape over wig glue, including cleaner application, easier removal and less drying time.
We stock a number of high quality wig tapes, providing gentle, skin friendly alternatives from the world’s best brands.
Offering a traditional solution, bobby pins and hair grips are still wig adhesion must-haves relied on by so many. We would however only recommend the use of bobby pins or hair grips for occasional wig wear and with very lightweight wigs.
Not all wig glues were created equal, and there are several wig glues that are skin friendly and secure. The key to making wig glue work for you is skin testing.
Without skin testing, you risk experiencing an allergic reaction, and this can have devastating consequences. That’s why all wig products – including wig glue, wig tape and removers – must be patch tested. Following patch testing, if you suffer any kind of allergic reaction (including red, pink, itchy or raised areas of skin), you should not use the product tested.
Skin testing is so easy to do, so don’t skip this important step. Find out more about testing for wig product allergies here.
