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You get a curly-haired wig. You love the volume, the curl pattern, the movement, and most especially the freedom of wearing out curls without manipulating your natural hair. 

Everything feels great until the curl pattern starts to straighten, becomes fizzy, and begins to tangle. Your beautiful curly wig now looks so unflattering that you just feel like throwing it away.

Just hold on!

We have the solution that you seek. We have put together a mini-guide that shows the secrets you probably didn’t know about caring for curly hair wigs. This mini guide covers:

1. Different types of curly hair wigs
2. Two golden rules for caring for your wigs
3. 6 tips to keep your curly wig from frizzing.

Are there Different Types of Curly Hair Wigs?

Yes, there are different types of curly hair wigs. There are different types of curly hair wigs in terms of curl pattern, hair texture, and color. These differences determine how you would specifically care for your curly hair wigs.

The most important difference that determines how you will care for your curly hair wig is the texture. Talking about curly hair texture, curly hair wigs come in:

• Synthetic curly hair wig 

Synthetic curly hair wig, just as the name implies, is man-made. It is not made from natural human hair. It is made from synthetic products like acrylic and nylon. The fibres are put through various chemicals to make them look and feel like the natural curly human hair.

Synthetic curly hair wigs come redefined and beautiful. They are affordable, but do not last long. That is because you can’t reuse them or curl them if your curls are unravelling. 

• Fibre curly hair wig

Fiber curly hair wigs are just like synthetic hair because they are both made from synthetic hair. The difference is that the curly fibre wig is made to be heat-resistant. This means you can use heat styling tools like the curl iron or tonging machine to set your curls. 

• Human hair curly hair wig

This is the best texture for curly hair wigs. The human hair curly wig lasts long because they are made from natural human hair (which is the highest quality of hair). 

High-quality human hair curly wigs are the best in terms of texture, longevity, and ease of maintenance. You can wear it for months or even years without it looking like a tumbleweed. However, you need to follow a good care routine to rock your curly hair wig for that long. 

Let’s see the 2 golden rules for caring for your curly hair wig.

2 Golden Rules for Caring and Maintaining Your Curly Hair Wigs

Your curly hair wig isn’t like the other straight hair wigs. Hurriedly brushing your hair while wearing your shoes won’t cut it. 

Curly hair is delicate; you need to be more intentional with caring for it to maintain the curl pattern and keep it looking good. Here are 2 golden rules to help you care for your curly hair wig:

1. Be Gentle with Your Curly Wig, Wash Days are Care Days

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To maintain those bouncy curls, you need to incorporate a “gentle care action” into your care regimen. Handling your curly wig roughly equals frizz. 

We are not exaggerating “be gentle”. Here’s what other people have to say:

If you often wear curly wigs, then you can’t rush through your wig’s wash day. You want to be gentle with your steps and how you handle your wig from washing to drying. 

Here’s how to do it with care:

Step 1: Know Your Curly Wig Type

Knowing your curly wig type is the first stage to caring for it in the best way. Is your curly hair wig synthetic, fibre, or human hair? Answering this question will help you care for your wig in the best way..

Step 2: Fill Your Basin or Tub with Lukewarm Water 

After you have discovered your curly wig type, it is time to fill your basin with lukewarm water. Filling your basin with lukewarm water will give you enough space to submerge your wig. Make sure the water is lukewarm.

Washing your hair with hot water can damage it. If it is synthetic hair, it can melt. For a human hair curly wig, the heat from the water can unravel the curl pattern and strip it off all treatments, which can make it dry and lead to damage. 

Step 3: Shampoo Your Wig 

Once your entire wig is submerged in lukewarm water, it is time to shampoo your wig. Apply a moisturizing shampoo all over your wig. Be sure to do this gently. Avoid scrubbing the wig like you are washing a piece of cloth.

Instead, gently rub the wig as you apply the shampoo, like you are patting the wig. Use your fingers (your thumb and index finger) to rub the wefts of your wig to get rid of build-ups. For the body, shake it in the lukewarm shampoo water.

Step 4: Rinse Your Wig

The next step is to rinse off your wig. Fill a new basin with clear lukewarm water and submerge your wig in the water. Holding the weft. You can dip it into the water several times to get rid of the shampoo.

Alternatively, you can put your wig on a stand and gently pour water over it. Doing this helps to keep the curls intact, especially if the water is flowing in the direction of the curl pattern. 

For extra softness, you can go in with conditioner to keep the hair soft. 

Step 5: Dry Your Wig 

Remove your wig from the water and place it on a dry towel or wig stand. You don’t need to rub it; you can simply place another dry towel over your wig and pat it down to dry it. You can then place the wig on a stand to air dry.

2. Keep Your Curly Wig from Frizzing?

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Have you asked this question, “How do I keep my curly hair from frizzing?”? If you have, then you are not alone. We discovered many people have this same question:

Here’s the thing:

Caring for your curly wig is the best way to keep it from frizzing. Although some curly hair textures tend to frizz more than others. Synthetic and fibre curly hair wigs tend to frizz more than human hair curly wigs.

However, here are a few tips to keep your curly wig from frizzing:

Detangle regularly 

Curly wigs tangle easily. To prevent any scrunching, detangle your wig with a wide-tooth comb and a conditioning spray. Comb your wig from the tip to the root to catch scrunched-up hairs at the tip.

Use a high-quality detangler/conditioner

Applying a leave-in conditioner can help prevent the hair from becoming dry and brittle, which can lead to frizz.

Store your wigs with care

Store your wig carefully in a wig bag or on a stand. We advise you to store your wig in a hair net, then place it in a bag to prevent contact and friction from other materials.

Trim the ends

Most times, frizz starts from the ends. Trimming off scrunched-up or tangled ends can help prevent frizz.

Use your fingers to restore curls

If your curly wig is made from synthetic or fibre hair, then you may not have the flexibility of recurling it to achieve the original curl pattern. Applying a conditioner and oil (like coconut oil) on your fingers and then rolling the curls around your fingers helps keep the curls in shape and prevent frizz.

Use fabric softeners 

Fabric softeners can help keep your synthetic and fibre curly hair wig soft and tangle-free. Alternatively, you can rub a fabric softener sheet on your curly wig to add moisture and define curls.

Maintaining a curly hair wig isn’t as difficult as people think it is. The higher the quality of the curly hair, the easier it is for you to care for it. If you are thinking:

Where can I get a high-quality curly hair wig?

You’ve just read the right article. Click here to see a variety of high-quality curly hair wigs you can choose from (whether you want head headband, clip-in, or drawstring curly hair wig).