How to Store Wigs
- Posted on 02 November, 2021
- Hair Knowledge
- By Emma & Stuart
Do it right.
Finding the best way to store wigs can sometimes be difficult when you have grown your beautiful wig collection and want to store them correctly. Whether you wear a wig due to hair loss or maybe you want to try a new look; to keep your wig in tip-top condition it's important to know how to store your wigs.
It's a common misconception that when you buy a wig, you receive a wig stand or a wig head with your purchase. However, there's no need to fear! This guide explores our favourite wig storage ideas and answers a number of frequently asked questions from our wig wearing community.
(Let us know how you store yours. Just leave a comment at the bottom.
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How To Store Synthetic And Human Hair Wigs?
The methods for storing human and synthetic hair wigs is the same; you don't need to differentiate between the two. The only difference you do need to remember is that synthetic wigs and human hair wigs require different styling methods. Remember no heat on synthetics!
A lot of people find the best way to store wigs is in their bedroom so that they're readily available each morning. However, whether or not this is a practical option depends upon the amount of storage space you have available…and the number of wigs you own!
Top Tip: If you have space, storing your wigs on wig heads or wig stands on shelves is a great way to display your beautiful collection of wigs. Depending on how many wigs you have, you could also have multiple shelves on top of one another to keep your wigs neat and tidy in one space.
Why Might You Need Wig Storage Ideas?
You've taken the time to buy the best wig for you and managed to gain quite a collection of different wigs for when you fancy a change in style, but now you're wondering where and how to store them?
Putting a wig into storage can be like changing your wardrobe each season; you may wish to store your summer wigs in the winter months and vice versa! Storing wigs carefully not only helps to increase the lifespan of your wig, but it also allows for your wigs to stay in the best condition possible so that you can look and feel great.
How To Store Wigs Without A Wig Head
We're often asked how to store a wig without a head? If you're after day-to-day storage with household items, try coat hooks! Or try one of these four simple ways for storing a wig at home:
In the original packaging (if you have kept it)
In a shoebox lined with soft tissue paper
In a suitable airtight plastic container
In a suitable, clean plastic zip or grip lock bag
Follow these three simple steps for putting your wig into any of these storage methods:
For storing a wig without a wig head for longer periods, start by brushing your wig in its natural parting to get rid of any knots and fold the wig in half from ear to ear parted in the centre. If there's no parting, place a small piece of tissue at the wig crown.
To keep your wig perfectly styled, place a hairnet over your wig for minimum effort when you next get it out.
After that, place the wig into either the original packaging or one of the other storage methods we recommended and voila! Your wig is ready to be stored.
How to Store Wigs With A Wig Head Or Wig Stand
It's important to keep your wigs in excellent condition to keep them looking their best for as long as possible! On a day to day basis, storing wigs on wig stands or mannequin heads is usually the best bet to not only display your wigs but also to make sure that they keep their style and are easily available to put on. Depending on if you have the room, to help keep the wigs' style, it's a good idea to have two or three wig stands or wig heads on top of your dressing table.
One of the key benefits of both a wig head or a wig stand is how easy and simple they are to set up. Putting a wig stand together is so easy and straightforward, and a wig head comes as it is, no fuss at all!
How to Store Wigs With A Wig Head Or Wig Stand
It's important to keep your wigs in excellent condition to keep them looking their best for as long as possible! On a day to day basis, storing wigs on wig stands or mannequin heads is usually the best bet to not only display your wigs but also to make sure that they keep their style and are easily available to put on. Depending on if you have the room, to help keep the wigs' style, it's a good idea to have two or three wig stands or wig heads on top of your dressing table.
One of the key benefits of both a wig head or a wig stand is how easy and simple they are to set up. Putting a wig stand together is so easy and straightforward, and a wig head comes as it is, no fuss at all!
The Best Way To Store Wigs When Travelling
Storing wigs whilst travelling doesn't need to be stressful. Whether you choose to take one wig or multiple wigs with you whilst travelling, you want to make sure that your wig stays safe and damage-free. To prevent your wigs from accidentally being crushed inside your suitcase, putting your wig inside a strong plastic container lined with tissue paper will protect them during your journey!
Once you have arrived at your destination, you can get your wig out like you would at home. When travelling with your wig, our wig stands make the perfect accessory as they easily collapse and can fit comfortably in your luggage.
The Do's And Don'ts Of Storing Wigs
DO:
Clean and brush your wig before storage
Before storing your human hair or synthetic wig, make sure your wigs are washed and clean before storing it away for a long time. Having a clean and thoroughly washed wig will make things much easier for you when you next get it out to wear.
Store your wigs away from direct sunlight
Store your wigs away from direct sunlight to prevent any damage to the colour and structure of the wig. Also, be sure to store your wigs away from curious children or pets; cat's love to play with wig hair! The best way to store wigs is to make sure that they stay dry and cool to keep them in the best condition – inside a wardrobe is a great choice.
DON'T:
Store a damp wig
Be sure to wash out any hair products and allow your wig to air dry thoroughly. Storing a damp wig can cause damage to the hair fibres, and will be difficult to rectify when you come to take the wig out of storage.
When it comes to storing wigs, it's the little things that matter. Make sure you have the best wig storage accessories that you can find and don't overlook the cleaning steps! By loving and caring for your wig, it's certain to love you back.
We hope that you found these tips on the best way to store wigs useful! If you think storing a wig without a headwould be difficult, our blog post discussing the use of wig stands is a useful read to explain all the benefits a wig stand has to offer! Or for further advice on all things wigs why not browse our blog posts?
