- Step one :Minimise exposure
- Step two:Don’t store wig on high temperatures
- Step three: Wash your wig
- Step four: Keep yourself cool
It looks like we could be in for a long, hot, sunny summer here! The sun is shining and the tans are topping up. For many, this means flaunting your lovely wig whilst enjoying the glorious temperatures, whether at home or on holiday abroad. But, as with natural hair and many other things, direct sunlight can have an affect on your wig. To help keep your wig looking lovely and healthy, here are some top pointers on how to look after a wig during the summer!
1.Minimise exposure to direct sunlight
We wait for it all year, but vast amounts of direct sunlight can cause damage to a synthetic or human hair wig. This isn’t just a wig thing, though, as sunlight can also damage and change the colour of natural hair.
This doesn’t mean that you and your wig need to avoid sunshine at all costs, but consider taking a chic wide-brimmed hat or fashionable head scarf if you know that you’re going to be out in the sun all day. Both of these stylish accessories can protect your wig when worn over the top of it, whilst also providing your head and face with some lovely shade!
2.Don’t store your wig in warm temperatures
Storing your wig properly is important all year round, but it’s even more important during summer. Previously, you may have been able to leave your wig in places that are too warm during the summer months. Making sure you store your wig in a cool place is a great way of protecting wigs during the summer months. This means avoiding stands in sunlight, no allowing your wig to stay or dry outside, and making sure not to leave your wig in a warm car.
3.Wash your wig
Cleaning your wig or hair piece is essential for maintaining its look and feel, particularly throughout summer. If you’re jetting away on holiday, it’s important not to overlook the maintenance of your wig. It is also important to note that you’re likely to need to wash your wig more often than you would during the cooler months. You should be able to feel when a wash is needed.
4.Keep yourself cool
As well as protecting your wig, it’s also important to keep yourself comfortable during summer wig-wearing. It can be a sweaty affair for everyone, but it can be even harder to cool the head down for ladies wearing a wig. A hot head is uncomfortable but can also increase the frequency in which you need to wash your wig.
As mentioned in our Wigs in the Summer post, consider a shorter wig style if you have the choice. Less hair means less heat, and having some of your neck open can make the world of difference in keeping you nice and cool! Alternatively, tie your wig up into a style that takes it away from your neck.
Additionally, cap construction also influences your wig comfort during the summer months. Wefted wigs allow for a better air circulation, which you will be thankful for during these hot temperatures!
With these tips for protecting a wig during summer under your belt, you can wear your wig with confidence and know that you’re doing everything you can to look after it! But are you looking for a new summer style? We have a beautiful range of human hair wigs, with lots of styles that are perfect for summer!
