12/01/2024
What is the proper way to wear a wig?
With one hand, firmly hold the top of the wig in place and, with the other hand, pull the back of the wig down so the wig fits your whole head securely. Do the same for both sides. The front of the wig should sit on your hairline, roughly 3 fingers away from your eyebrows.
How to Put On a Wig
When you first receive your wig, you may feel a little overwhelmed by the whole concept of having to wear a wig let alone figuring out how to put it on. It can be a scary journey however thereâs no need to worry, youâre not alone. At Josephâs Wigs, we completely understand your confusion and are here to remove any stress you may have when wearing your wig, especially for the first time; weâll lead you through the process so you can feel at ease.
Your Step-by-Step Guide
A parcel comes in the post, you open up the box, you see your wig neatly presented â now what?
If you can relate, youâre in the perfect place. Donât panic, on this page weâll show you how to put on your wig correctly, so you feel comfortable and can wear it with confidence. This process is a great starting point for those wearing a wig for the first time however as you get more experienced you may come to find different ways of putting on and wearing your wig that work best for you.
By following a few simple steps youâll have your wig on and looking great in no time. So letâs begin...
What Youâll Need:
A wig cap
Your wig
A wire wig brush (for synthetic wigs) or a normal brush (for human hair wigs)
Wig styling cream (optional
Please note: If your wig comes with a hair net in the box, this is simply to protect the wig and isnât to be worn.
How to Put on Your Wig Cap
There are many views on whether a wig cap is necessary or not. On one hand, wig caps can aid a more secure fit, help to keep natural hair under control under the wig, and ensure better hygiene standards, however they can sometimes fall off, depending on how much your wig is moved throughout the day and depending on the shape of your head. Wearing a wig cap is purely down to personal preference and thatâs why itâs always good to experiment and see what feels best on you. If you donât want to wear a wig cap, skip to step 7.
Prepare your wig cap.
If you have long hair, start by tying it into a low ponytail or bunches so itâs easy to hide and tuck away. Stretch out the wig cap and position it in your hands so itâs ready to be worn.
Anchor the front of the wig cap on your forehead.
The inside of the wig cap should be placed just above your eyebrows to keep it in position, then take the back of the wig cap over your head, right down to the nape of your neck.
Tuck your hair under the wig cap so that itâs not visible.
If you have natural hair, to begin with, make sure itâs tucked away under the wig cap to avoid it being seen when wearing your wig.
Tuck excess hair underneath the wig cap at the back.
This step applies if you have long hair, ensure your ponytail is pushed under the wig cap.
Push the front of your wig cap back until it meets your natural hairline.
Ensure the sides of the wig cap are tucked behind your ears.
Putting on Your Wig
Find the wig label.
This helps to differentiate the front and back of the wig. The label sits at the back of the wig.
Find the ear points on the wig cap construction.
Before putting the wig on, grab onto the ear points on the side of the cap construction and position the label at the top.
Anchor the front of the wig on your forehead, just above your eyebrows.
Lady anchoring the wig on her forehead before putting the wig on
Once the wig is on your head, the parting should form naturally.
Toggle and align the ear points to position the wig.
Gently pull both ear points to position the wig until it feels comfortable on your head. The ear points should align with one another and sit near your ears.
Hold the top of the wig and pull the back of the wig down to the nape of your neck.
With one hand, firmly hold the top of the wig in place and, with the other hand, pull the back of the wig down so the wig fits your whole head securely. Do the same for both sides.
The front of the wig should sit on your hairline, roughly 3 fingers away from your eyebrows.
Gently brush the wig and style to your preference.
Using the correct styling products for your wig, style it to your liking. For synthetic fibre wigs, use a proper metal wig brush, for human hair wigs use any normal brush but avoid metal brushes as this can cause damage to the human hair.
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