How to Maintain a Wig After Installation?
After installation, maintaining your human hair wig helps to keep it alive. It has to be proper so it lasts longer. You can care with the basic steps you are aware of. However, let's touch on them again and share some tips that help to keep your unit looking fine.
1. Brush Your Wig Regularly
You can keep tangles away if you brush your wig regularly. It could be in the mornings and at night.
Here's how you should brush your wig:
With one hand, hold the lace to keep it secured. With the other, use your brush to detangle from the tip up to the root. Make sure you are gentle as you brush. That way, there's little to no tension on the lace. And your wig gets to last long because aggressively combing your installed wig can lift the wig.
2. Prevent Tangles
We'd love you to prevent tangles as much as you can. There are a few ways you can do that.
- The first way is by brushing your wig regularly. We’ve talked about that in the previous tip.
- Another way you can avoid getting your wig tangled up is by moisturizing it. The wig doesn't have to get soaked with products. A little serum would go a long way. But ensure your wig is hydrated. You'll be keeping it from getting dry and tangled up.
- The next tip will be to wear a bonnet to sleep at night. Although you might not find the need to do so, it's necessary. It keeps your hair from getting tangled due to your sheets or moving freely while sleeping. Remember that before wrapping it into a bonnet, your wig has to be completely dry. You don’t want to invite tangles.
3. Stay Clear of Moisture
There won’t be a need to avoid moisture if you're using a waterproof adhesive for your installation. However, that's a different case if your adhesive is not waterproof.
Initially, you may be surprised about how moisture can affect the wig adhesives. Well, it can—water and oil work powerfully in uninstalling a wig. So, please stay clear of them.
Also, avoid heavy workouts that make you sweat a lot. And use a shower cap during showers. You can use such a method to prevent water from touching the glue and ruining your installation.
FAQs About WIg Installation
1. How long does it take to install a wig?
A wig installation can take between an hour to three hours. That's due to the process. You will have to choose a wig and braid your hair. Plus, the wig needs to be plucked and bleached.
You can choose a pre styled wig beforehand so it takes less time. Also, a pre-bleached and pre-plucked wig won't take as much time as wigs that aren't.
You can also choose a glueless wig or headband wig that can be installed within 5 seconds, just throw it on and go, more and more wig wears love them.
2. How much can it cost to get a wig installed?
The price of installing a wig varies from location to location. Many other factors also contribute to the cost. It means you can get your wig installed at a cheaper rate or pay more due to your location and the stylist’s reputation.
However, installations should cost between $50 to $300. Remember to speak to your stylist about what you want and agree on the price before the installation begins.
3. How durable are lace front wigs?
Quality lace front wigs can last up to a few years. Still, it depends on how well you care for it. So, refrain from using hot tools on it at all times, wash and condition it properly, dry it with air, and store it in a cool place.
4. How long does it take for a lace front wig to stay in place?
As mentioned earlier in the article, an installed wig can stay for up to six weeks. It's the same for lace front wigs as well. However, know what adhesive is suitable for the duration you love to wear the wig and take precautions so it doesn't stick out.
5. How long does a wig install without glue last?
Glueless wig installation can last for a day or two. The adjustable straps and clips keep it secure on your head. Moreover, the styling products can make it stay for a few days. This can be your go-to method if you don't like to wear a wig for that long.
