How To Properly Wash & Maintain Synthetic Wigs
- Posted on 21 February, 2018
- Lace Front Wig
- By Anonymous
Hey loves! Today I'm showing you how to make your synthetic wigs last for years and restore them. Should I start a synthetic wig hair care series?
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Hey loves: welcome back to my channel destiny, Taylor here and, if you're new, what's up, don't forget to subscribe and leave a comment down below and introduce yourself if you want before you dip out, as you can see from the title today, I am finally showing you Guys how I replenish my synthetic wigs, you know I have been wearing synthetic wigs, religiously since fall of 2016, and I am absolutely proud of it. Looking good on a budget is what I'm all about. We all know when you get a synthetic wig, that we love when we we wear it too much. It gets very oily, it gets very stiff, it gets very nappy, but you can get your wig to look back like this. I wore this wig like to sleep, to work out to go to work, to do so many things for like 2 weeks, and it was horrible as you could see, and now it looks like that and the straight wig that I should just showed you guys. It was actually that one is really old. I'Ve had it for like 5 months and it's been sitting in my wig tub, so it was extremely nappy, but, as you can see, I easily you know got its bounce back like it should and like it could and like it would so yeah. Let'S just get start it, it's really easy and you can use this method on straight wigs and on curly, wigs wavy wakes. Whatever you want, so you want to start with water. Of course you want it room-temperature, you don't want it too cold. You don't want it too, hot, because we don't want our wigs to get stiff at all room temperature is perfect. So try to find that happy medium. Then you want to grab a bowl. As you can see, I grabbed a pot. This is just a pot that I don't use anything that you can put your wigs in and you have enough room to like swirl them around and now I am grabbing my laundry detergent now remember these are synthetic fibers, so we're gon na watch we're gon na Watch them like we wash polyester fibers, so the laundry detergent is going to be your shampoo. So to say - and this right here is fabric softener - and this is basically going to be the conditioner of the hair. This is going to make it soft it's gon na, make it nice and bouncy, and it's gon na make it smell real good, real, real good. So with the pods, if you use pots, don't just fill the pod inside of the pot. If you do that, you know it'll be fine, but it'll take a while to dissolve so it's just it's easier to just you know, punch holes in them and you know pull out all of the detergent and now I'm taking a tap bit of the softener and I'M putting it in the water as well. You don't want to use too much of this softener or the detergent. You want to make sure you have a good, like balance, I'm depending on how many wigs you're washing, because if you put too much in it, it can make the wigs very stiff - and I have experienced that it's really a trial and error thing. Like a lot of things, so you should be able to get it on the first try because it's not difficult just be aware of it and yeah, and now now, as you can see, I'm just grabbing my wigs in I'm just you know, throwing them in indulging Them swirling them around the mixture. I had to add a tad bit more water, because you want to make sure that your entire all of the wigs that you're washing make sure they're covered and they're soaked, and then you know just play around and swirl your wigs around. One thing, though, do you not like scrub? Your wigs, like you, would scrub clothes because that will make the fibers get all tangled up and this process will not work. Let that sit for at least 30 minutes don't go too long, because again your wicks can get stiff, and once you did that do that, just you know pour out the water. As you can see, I had a lot of dirt in these two wigs. So I definitely highly recommend wash your synthetic wigs. Even if you know they stay looking nice and right, you know wash them every every month, every two weeks, depending how long do you wear them and once you pull your wigs out of the water, just go and get some clean water and really rinse out. All of the product don't leave any of the detergent or the softener on the hair, because it will make your wigs very stiff and, as you can see, I am not rubbing the strands together. I'M not you know, I'm not twisting it or anything, I'm just making sure I'm just getting all the water out without tangling the hair. So let your hair air dry completely and then BAM. That'S all you need. That'S all you need, as you can see, pull it out. All of the knots pulled out all of the tangles not stiff. This wig looks brand new brand new, like I just pulled it out of the pocket the and this one now with this one that ends were a little crazy, so I had to do a bit of a trim that will happen to some of your wigs, depending On the quality of them, this one isn't as nice as the other one. So that's why I experienced that for this way, but other than that this one, as you can see, look at those bangs they're very flowy has a nice shine to it, but not too much shine and these wigs smell real, real good. Now, if you don't want to walk around smelling like you brought the laundry which you that's, ok just use like a pure or a clear fabric, softener and laundry detergent that doesn't have a lot of fragrance in it and you'll be good and yeah. That'S the video! Don'T forget to watch my previous videos and I'll chat with y'all later thumbs up this video leave a comment down below share with your friends and peace.
Comments
ELawsoncreative: Me and my mom are literally washing every synthetic wig that we own rn bc of this video lol Thank you so much!
Dallas Veyoncè: I was skeptical at first but this lady real deal brought my wig back to life and now I’m feelin myself! Thank you girl!!! ❤️
kylie white: I lost my hair to chemo recently and my friend gave me a wig and said to wash it but didn't tell me how so I'm definitely going to give this a try. ❤️❤️
Music and Hope: I used this for my cosplay wigs and it did w o n d e r s. Toko Fukawa never looked so goodddd
Mel W.: Save a wig! Save a life yess Thank you so much for this video! Now instead of trashing my wigs I can save them!!
D Moni: I used woolite and soaked in gain for about 30 mins. Incredible results. I was impressed
jemika bates: I’ve been doing this for about five years only difference is I use fabric softener.. I simply let it soak in the fabric softener for about 30 minutes let it air dry brush it out it’s good to go. I learned that technique from one of the Atlanta housewives hairstylist when watching the show one day.
Sam Jensen: Thank you for this because my cheap ass wasn't trying to buy any synthetic shampoo and conditioner.
StarrMooreStyles: THIS is why I love my people lol! Gyrl this is genius!! Definitely trying this. Great video!
Desirey Shante: hey, thank you so much for the tips. especially on explaining how too much product can make this hair stiff. that was my main issue. Im use to human hair wigs, but this pandemic has caused my supplier to experience crazy shipping times, so i went and purchased a synthetic wig that is just gorgeous, i didnt want to give up on it after a couple weeks so i started doing my research. thanks again ! my wig is exactly how it was when i first purchased it. OH, also i realized that i didnt have to chop my ends, i applied some heat to the ends curling them with my curling wand and all is well ... <3
Meechie Love: I’m so glad I tried this!! I was washing my wigs with regular shampoo. This is much better.Thank you!
Ke Cake: This exactly how ive been saving my wigs ! I'm on #5 all wonderful my very 2 first wigs (ordered them the same size) are 3 years old
GAELLE MENTOR: Looking at these comments and reviews and I’m literally excited to try this!!!!! I’m so grateful for this video thank you!!!!!!
1063Designs: I wash my wigs on quick wash, no spin and drip dry. Was told to do this by the older women when I was younger. Makes since, a wig is something you wear.
Marcy Rivas: This is the most helpful wig cleansing video I’ve ever seen! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️ you’re amazing
april: Ahh ty ty I'm brushing the wig out right now and it looks SO much better it was all tangled and stuff now it amazing! Thank you so so much I thought I could never untangle my ausi wig!
zakeytha williams: I tried this method and I tell you that this video was a God send, my wigs look bomb Thanks girl!
K L: I've never worn a wig but after a disastrous salon visit, it became a necessity :( Finally found one I love but it's getting a bit musty now and I had no idea how to wash it. This was SO HELPFUL!
LaShaye L.: ✨Thanks for the pointers!! I’ll definitely use them for my next washing!!✨
Priscilla Wilson: Good video. It's good to revamp synthetic units, I've been doing this for years. I have synthetic pieces up to 5yrs old. This is the best technique
Lorka Holliday: I just got my brand new wig today and this wig cleaning video definitely came in clutch
Elizabeth Turner: Thank You so much this was simple and easy to follow and do and I love the result I got with my wig.
GAELLE MENTOR: I’m definitely about to try this!!! It was totally genius of you to think to wash fabric with fabric soap! Never would have thought of that!!!! will come back with an update
Black Girl In Iran !: Yasss honey! I’m about to this to two wigs *RIGHT NOW* thanks boo!
Estelle M.Rose: It worked fantastic! Indeed have to go easy on the softenner but honestly, you saved my wig’s lives and mine ! for real!
Melissa The Tarot Chick: Thank you for this tutorial. I haven't seen these steps. I liked and subscribed. Lovely presentation!
BeautyByShaniceJ: your video has helped me save my wigs! thank you girl!
Ms. G: Yes slayed my wig and revived. This worked for mixed human hair wig
Eva Fluksa: That yellow bottle of swavitel is the best smelling fabric softener fr thanks for posting sis ❤️
Edrian Shavers: Definitely wish I have known this year ago because I have thrown out some great wigs that I could have saved. Very HELPFUL thanks so much.
I Love The 80's: I just subscribed hun. Thank you for the information. I'm MtF trans and I've been wearing wigs since 2018. Youtube has been an invaluable source of information from people like you. Thank you again.
Pretty YellaTv: Thank you soooo much for this girl. I needed this
pamoore8: Thank you so much for doing this video..... I tried this and it worked wonderfully.....I was happy with the results
SapphirePrincess87: I had such a hard time brushing out my hair. It didn't feel very smooth after after I washed it and some parts were rougher than others. Hoping after it dries and gets brushed again it will feel better
Janice Wright: Thank you ! I have always wondered how to properly wash my wig and I have been washing wig all wrong. you wig looks beautiful
Ziriya the Jupiter: I just washed mine and it's so soft now and can't stop petting it lol.
Zoe Hough: I’m here to get help getting a wig ready for a cosplay thank you for the help!!
Master Manipulation: Thank you, love. I tried this before but my wig remained stiff and couldn't figure out why. Now that I know that how much poured matters, it should go right this time around. The other video I watched just said to put the softener in there.... :\
imthat1 bringyoAgame: Thank you so muchfor the tutorial. I'm trying this on mine.
Maris Staff70: Loved it! It worked. I used shampoo conditioner because I don’t have the liquid softener Thanks so much! I’m now a fan
Felicia Anderson: Will definitely try this sis! Thank you!!
LineDxnce with Christy: Ty ty love. I would’ve messed up and used shampoo/conditioner. Definitely gonna try this and get my wigs right
Patrice Minix: Love it just brought my wig back to life it worked so well thx
Christina Cumbest: I been so scared to buy wigs! I have a longer one with bangs and it’s purple/grey!! I just been scared of not knowing how to wash her<3 thank you ma’am
JDaPrincess: hello. did you flatiron this wig or something after it dried ? if so does the temperature of the styling tools still matter even after this process ? and do longer lengths have to stay in the water longer ?
yue30447: Thank you so much. I tried this my wig feel and looks brand new
K K: I just purchased a long straight platinum blonde wig I'm going to pick up some gain and that fabric softener... really didn't wanna buy special shampoo for upkeep...THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!
Impact & Identity: career confidence + credibility: Will the curly/wavy go back on their own? Brush those out too?
Echo Bohlender: Ur literally a queen this helped so much, no more cosplays with old looking wigs
Beautybubble 21: Wow this helps a lot thank you so much for this video!!!
sunwillcomeup: So what do you do if your wig becomes too stiff? Asking for a friend.
layla flofeild: This is so helpful!!
Theresa Ibekwe: Hey did you ever do the video on how to wash synthetic wigs with big curls? I read somewhere in the comments you said you'd make one.
Samantha Williams: I'm new to wigs, this video helps. I just started following you. Hi hun I'm sammie
Shara: I will try this today! This is my first time. I hope it will work.
Marion Airdrie: Thank you. You have saved me and my wigs.you rock
Pwned: Thank you for the tutorial!
Sharon Pierre Louis: I use a cheap shampoo like Herbal essence mixed with some apple cider vinegar, then I rinse and then condition the hair in some water with fabric softener. I leave it to soak for about 3-5 minutes, then rinse out completely. Leave to dry and style accordingly.
•Princess D•: Would it be fine to let it dry outside and if so how long does it take to dry?? (I live in 70 degrees weather btw)
Sydney Rae: Yo! I just got a synthetic wig and been needing to do this.
angiej17: Love synthetic wigs .
muajc22: I've never in my wig life heard of this technique
Cynthia Wilson: GREAT INFORMATION always good JOB who knew pods. Thanks
Jeanette Ferguson: Wow! The wig looks good, thank you
judy moore: Thank you for sharing your tips on maintaining your synthetic wigs...
Kiera King: This is my first wig and my first time washing the wig using this method. Wish me luck!
Tracy Benson: Did you use detergent and fabric softener at the same time?
Mckayla Winner: Can u comb it right after rinsing it out before it dries out too?
Bipolar Info: I wish I had known this years ago.
Jaime wilson: Can you use this method with lace fronts as well?
Taneshia Moore: Thank you! This is a life saver.
tomaitoe: Has anyone tried this method for wigs with tinted lace? I used Sally Hansen tan spray to tint my lace and I'm wondering if the spray tan will color the wig fibers.
hannah digi: oh my god this worked wonders for me!!!
Kimberly Naegele: First time user thanks so much cuz I used shampoo and rubbed but this looks easy thank u
Angels dolls: Thanks I'm just now wearing wigs I've always loved them do now I'm wearing them every day tks for showing me how to clean them
Dequetta LaShae: Heeyyy I’m new to your channel and this was a great help I am about to try this and then dye it wish me luck and great job
Caio Rodrigo: Thank you for this video
Danette Henry: I'm going to try this on my wigs
Monie relocated: Omg thank you sooo much cause my mom just be throwing wigs out
Jordon Elliott: Hey girl! I need advice I put coconut oil in a wig to get it easier it brush through but I think I’ve ruined it. Would this still work for an oilllllyyyyy wig?
Erica Webba: Can I use this method in a brand new wig? Thank you for the video.
Coco Lyndon: Thank you, this was great!
Boukiichi: Trying this for my Runa cosplay wig I hope it works cause it's pretty attrocious rn
The blonde Rose: I cosplay and im new to synthetic wigs thank you so much! This helped me a lot! ❤ you have a new subscriber
Louise Tarver: Thank you so much for this video now I need you to show me a curly wig how do you work with them do you brush them out while wet and how do you get the curls back what kind of curlers do you use
MeX: Thank you for this !
Sunshine Nikoal: Thank you so much I’m do this to night on a few of my wigs
Safetypin Cos: If your wigs are needing to have steam used on them should you do it before or after? Does anybody know!?
LaShanti Harris: How much do you use for one wig?
F. SPENCER: The rhythm of your voice is so melodic and soothing sis. Thank you, thank you for this video cus I didn't want to toss out of wigs.
Alopecia Housewife: Thanks for the tips!
mm h: after you wash and let the wig air dry completely is it safe to style? like will the wig get stiff again?
Ama B: Do you have the links for the wigs in this video?
Danielle Simpson: Do you have to use fabric softener too?
Simply Me: Why not use regular shampoo and conditioner on the synthetic wig?
Sherell Harris: Am going too try this my oldest sister told me that about washing ur wigs with washing powerder am going too start doing this great review I lean something new ☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
HeyItsRayo: I did an updated how to wash your synthetic wig in 2020 video!!!❤️❤️
Alexander Gomez: Can I use the sand kinda laundry detergent or it has to be just pods ??
AnotherDaywithBre: You gained a new subscriber for sure !
Dalia W: I wanted to wash my NEW wig. It's synthetic bit not tangled at all, straight out of the box. With everything going on, I just want to be sanitary. Would you recommend?