Your wigs can suffer from the drying effects of indoor heat and the bitter cold temperatures outdoors. Whether made of human hair or synthetic, wigs need specialized care during winter, when they are more likely to become damaged. Extra care will keep your wigs smooth, hydrated, and stylish, no matter how low the temperature drops.
1. Regular Conditioning Locks in Moisture
Wigs do not have access to the natural oils produced by your scalp. Human hair wigs are especially vulnerable to moisture issues. Using a hydrating wig product can protect your wig against moisture loss. Spritz your wig with leave-in conditioner once or twice a day to help lock in moisture. It is important to use wig-specific conditioners and styling products to avoid buildup and damage.
Human hair wigs can benefit from a deep conditioning treatment once a week during the winter. Apply the conditioning product, working it evenly through the strands. For the best results, allow the product to sit on the wig for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
2. Protect Against Friction and Static
With cold weather comes dry air that can cause your wig's hair fibers to become zapped of moisture. The extreme dryness leads to flyaways, static, and tangling, making wigs more challenging to manage.
Wearing hats, scarves, and sweaters can create friction that can damage wigs when exposed to winter's drying air. Spraying your wig with an anti-static spray can help prevent flyaways and static that lead to friction. All it takes is a light mist; your wig will stay smooth and hydrated.
You should also be careful of the materials you wear during the winter. Some fabrics are more likely to cause static and friction, such as wool. When wearing wool hats, choose silk or satin scarves over your wig. You can also select satin-lined caps to protect against static.
3. Limit Heat Styling and Use a Humidifier
While heat products can temporarily tame winter's frizz, they can also further zap moisture and cause wig damage, even on human hair. Always apply a wig heat protector before using any heating products, and limit heat usage to once a week.
Avoid high heat on synthetic fiber wigs because it can cause melting. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for using heat appliances to avoid severe damage. It is also essential to use products made specifically for synthetic wigs.
Indoor heat is drying and can damage wigs. Store your wigs properly in a silk or satin bag during the winter. Using a humidifier in the area you store wigs can help reduce moisture loss. Humidifiers can replace the lost moisture in the air. Increased relative humidity will help hydrate your wigs and make them easier to style.
Protect Your Wigs From Winter Weather
The dry air of winter is the enemy of your wigs. Avoiding dryness, static, and friction will help keep your wigs hydrated, smooth, and damage-free. Although winter's damaging dryness can cause your wigs to look less beautiful, following the above tips can help you protect them and make them shine.
