How to Wash Your Wig

April 9, 2009 by gail  
Filed under Wig Maintenance and Care

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Washing your wig is a very important step of taking care of your investment.  It is not that hard to do and can be done simply and easily by following a few steps.

Step 1

Remove the wig.

Step 2

Brush the wig gently with a wig brush, getting rid of all tangles.

Step 3

Fill a sink with cold water.

Step 4

Add a capful (about 1 tbsp.) of wig shampoo.

Step 5

Place the wig in soapy water and swish it around with your fingers for a minute or two.

Step 6

Use a soft toothbrush to remove any makeup stains. Use a paste of baking soda and shampoo on stubborn makeup stains.

Step 7

Let the wig soak in the sink for about five minutes.

Step 8

Drain the soapy water out and refill the sink with clean, cool water.

Step 9

Rinse the wig until all the shampoo is removed. You may have to change the water a few times.

Step 10

Gently blot the excess water with a dry towel. Do not wring the wig out.

Step 11

Let the wig air-dry on a wig stand, or turn it inside out and lay flat to dry.

Step 12

Spray on a wig conditioner and style your wig after it has dried.

From www.ehow.com