A matte wig should be washed and dried on a wig stand.
Wigs get tangled, just like the hair that grows on a person’s head. Everyday wear and tear, such as from rain and wind, can quickly create tangles. Fixing a tangled wig involves cleaning it and then carefully brushing it with the help of a detangler.
The first step in fixing a tangled wig is washing it to remove any dirt and oil that could be causing the strands to stick together. Synthetic wigs should be washed in cold water because the heat will fuse the synthetic strands together, making tangles impossible to remove. Simply shake the wig lightly in soapy water to clean it. Applying a bit of regular hair conditioner before the final rinse helps loosen especially stubborn tangles.
A mixture of 75% cold water and 25% fabric softener can be used as an inexpensive detangling spray.
Allowing the wig to dry on a wig stand is the second step in fixing a tangled wig. Knots and tangles should be removed when the wig is dry. Wet strands are weaker than dry strands, making them more prone to breakage. Excessive breakage can cause a wig that is too skimpy or rough in appearance.
When styling a matted wig, the user can either place it on a wig stand or place it on the head. Wearing the piece allows the wearer to shape the wig to complement their face shape, and placing it on a stand gives the wearer access to all sides of the wig. The user can also start with the wig on the stand or head and transfer it later for easier styling.
The ends of a matted wig should be combed out first.
A mixture of about 75 percent cold water and 25 percent leave-in conditioner or softener provides an inexpensive detangling spray. Holding the bottle about 10 cm from one of the knotted regions, the user should spray the tangled wig once or twice. Too much detangler can make the wig greasy, so two sprays should be enough.
Wigs can be particularly beneficial for people suffering from severe hair loss.
The user should gently pinch the hair just above one of the tangled areas with the index and middle fingers, smoothing out the tangles above the ring finger and little finger. Using a stiff plastic bristle wig brush, the user should begin gently combing through the ends of the tangled wig, smoothing the untangled hair over the hoop and little fingers. When a section is fully unraveled, the user must comb through it several times to fully separate the strands. Once the wig is smooth, the user can style it with foam and foam rollers or place it on a wig stand to keep it secure.