Best brushes to use on a wig

Finding the wig that’s right for you can be a long process. From selecting the perfect colour to finding the most flattering cut, it can take a little while to get your wig just right. So once you’ve found a product that suits you perfectly, it’s essential you look after it. Properly caring for your wig will help it to last longer and look better. As @CommonSenseHair says, “Caring for your wigs is an important step to protecting your investments.” Brushing your wig on a regular basis will help to prevent tangles and keep the product looking its best. To help you give your hairpiece the TLC it deserves, we’ve put together a guide to finding the best brushes for your wig.

Why investing in a specialist wig brush is essential

While there are lots of everyday washing and stylish products that you can use on your wig, your brush isn’t one of them. Normal hairbrushes are too harsh for most synthetic and human hair wigs. Repeated use of a normal brush on a wig can cause hair to be pulled out and result in the hairpiece becoming frizzy and uneven. If there isn’t a specialist wig brush available, comb your hands through the wig’s hair to remove any tangles.

Wig brushes

If you want to give your wig a thorough de-tangle, you may need to invest in a wig brush. Like wig combs, wig brushes have wide bristles, these are flexible rather than rigid to help prevent the brush from damaging your hairpiece. Investing in a wig brush will allow you to properly care for your hair without fear of damaging the product. There are various types of wig brush available, all designed to help you get the most from your hairpiece. When using a wig brush, avoid being too vigorous and don’t brush the hair the wrong way as this can damage the product.

How often should you brush your wig?

As most people don’t sleep in their hairpieces, they generally don’t become tangled overnight and so don’t need to be brushed as often as natural hair. In fact, the less you brush your wig, the better as this will help to preserve the product and keep it in good condition for longer. Ideally, you should try to brush your wig no more than once or twice a week.

Get more advice on caring for your wig, and explore our exciting range of products, by taking a look around our site today.