ABOUT TANGLE
Even the best quality human hair wig can tangle and look frizzy if not being cared for it properly.
Number one reason is if the wrong products are being used. Using human hair shampoo & conditioner that you use for your own hair, may not be the right product for your wig.
Products designed for Alternative human Hair have more oils (to keep hair moist) and no chemicals.
Remember, our scalp produce natural oils to keep our hair moisturized, however, the wigs do not get oils form our scalp, therefore, it is important to use products that will keep your investment lasting long. It is also recommended to use a conditioning leave-in spray (daily) or oil mist. When the hair dries out, it tangles and will become frizzy.
Hair Can tangle at the back of the neck
Heat and sweat can create tangles at the nape of your neck. While sweating is unavoidable at times, there are things that can add to the tangles around the nape area.
High collars, wool turtlenecks, and heavy fabrics can all encourage matting and tangling. Wear silky, linen, or light cotton fabrics will to reduce tangling.
Also avoid using moisturizing creams on your neck as that will also make hair around the nape to tangle
Using too much heat on your Human Hair wig
While it is okay to use heat, is important to follow instructions on the amount of heat you use.
How often you use hair dryers, hot rollers, flat irons, curling irons, on your human hair wig can determine the life span of your investment
Heat dries out the hair strands and can cause tangling, frizz, and even breakage. When you must use heat, make sure to use heat protectant first and blow dry balm.
You may allow your human hair wig to air dry 80% then smooth it out on a low to medium heat. The ideal temperature when styling a human hair wig is no higher than 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Longevity of Human Hair Wigs
Human hair wigs that are well cared for can last a couple of years and can even be restyled, colored and trimmed to freshen up the look.
Storing Your Wig
It is best to keep the wig away from heat and on a wig stand to avoid hair from tangling
Store your wig in dry conditions, humid circumstances such as a bathroom will only shorten your wig’s life.
Split Ends
If you are constantly using hot tools such as curling irons or straighteners, then these heat stylers can be culprits for split ends.
The only way you can actually get rid of split ends is by cutting them off. Getting your wigs trimmed by a professional hairstylist is the easiest way to get rid of split ends.
