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Many mask lovers usually buy silicone masks to change their images or make them more handsome; then, they will choose a wig that suits their face shape. Care of the wig is very important, which can effectively extend the life span and maintain the best appearance of the wig. Here is the maintenance guide for men’s wigs; let’s take a look!

Taking care of hair systems is not that difficult. You just need to keep in mind certain dos and don’ts. Below are eight tips—

Men’s Wigs – Learn the difference between a human hair wig & a synthetic hair wig

It is simple: human hair wigs are stronger and have a higher resistance to heat than synthetic one, so they tangle a lot less and hardly ever melts. So when you buy a wig, be on the lookout for what it’s made out of, and read the instructions carefully.

Men’s Wigs – Use special shampoo, conditioner, and wig comb

How to care for men's wigs

When buying products for cleaning your wig, you should know that there are special ones for it because regular shampoos and conditioners have a lot of chemicals in them that may damage the texture of the hair on your wig, especially if it is a synthetic one.

Also, the way that you wash your hair and the way that you wash your wig is different; this is what you do: First, soak the wig in shampoo and water, and then comb the shampoo or conditioner out of the wig (with your wig comb). Then rinse the wig with warm water until the product is all out.

Finally, comb the wig until it is untangled, and let it dry by itself. Remember that when you wash it, you don’t need to rub or massage the wig; just combing it is enough!

Men’s Wigs – Take it to a professional

How to care for men's wigs

When you need to style your wig, it is better if you take it to a professional; many salons specialize in the care and styling of wigs.

Remember that if you cut the hair on your wig, it won’t grow back, and also, it won’t unmelt if you use too much heat! So go to a salon and ask; many specialists can help you.

Keep your wig in a safe and covered

How to care for men's wigs

Whenever you are not using a wig, the proper way to store it is in a dummy or a hook of some kind so that it is in an upright position and doesn’t get tangled. Also, cover it to avoid dust.

Don’t use any kind of spray in your wig

How to care for men's wigs

When you do this, the hair in the wig is more likely to tangle or become greasy and unmanageable, especially if you use a lot of different products, like hold spray or shiny spray.

Some spray is all right! Just don’t overdo it.

No heat

How to care for men's wigs

When you are styling your wig, know that heat can really damage it! Especially if your wig is a synthetic one, so be careful not to use too much of it.

Remember to read the instructions that came with your wig so you can find out how much if any, heat you can use.

Never sleep or shower with it

How to care for men's wigs

You already learned the proper way to shampoo your wig, so do that, and please, never shower with your wig on; also, take it off when raining too hard.

The sleeping part, well, you don’t want to leave it all tangled and full of knots from all the moving around at night.

Your hair is important too

Always have your hair clean and conditioned! Wearing a wig is no reason for your hair to be dirty or unmanageable and dry.

When you put on your wig, always braid or pull your hair back somehow so that it doesn’t show; I recommend using a cap; it makes it easier to hide your hair and to keep it clean.

The above is the maintenance guide for men’s wigs. It is not difficult to maintain and clean men’s wigs, you just need to pay more attention. Hope this article can help you!