Synthetic
Wigs are
big these days, creating a lot of engagement, particularly in the
niche of Cosplay Wigs. Cosplay Wigs are not general
wigs but
are hand-styled. They follow a very specific design or pattern, often
coloured to perfection, i.e. in harmony with the cosplay character.
Cosplay costumes don’t come cheap. As a cosplay enthusiast, you
need to ensure that your cosplay wig gets the caring that is
necessary for ensuring longevity. Merida’s springy curls or the
Blonde Naruto look requires a properly maintained cosplay wig. The
caring bit is slightly more demanding when you use synthetic cosplay
wigs. These wigs come in various cuts, cap sizes, compositions and
shades. Ultimately, you need your wig to retain all of these
dynamics. In this discussion, we help cosplay novices and seasoned
pros maintain their wig with some easy, cost-effective tips. Read on
to explore a practical, realistic approach to maintaining your
costume wig:
1.Proper
Nourishment
:
It
is essential to nourish the strands of wigs using products like Hair
Balsam at least for 10 minutes before washing the wig. Or else, you
can sprinkle the wet wig with a small amount of conditioner.
2.Drying
Technique : The
more glamorous synthetic
wigs were conventionally pre-styled.
Though high on style, they were prone to damage if exposed to heat.
With improvement in cosplay technology, drying without damaging is
possible which can be done by wrapping the wig in a dry towel and
then draining it gently. Ensure, you don’t twist hard. The usage of
hair dryer should be negligible—at its absolute bare minimum.
3.Protection
Basics:
Synthetic Wigs
don’t react well to fire, hot
water, and sunlight apart from heating devices. People who use
synthetic wigs
occasionally should keep it in paper
boxes and regularly ventilate it in open air.
4.Styling
Safely: cosplay
synthetic wigs are easy to
style. Initially, you can experiment with familiar styles and
gradually, explore the more elaborate, complex wig designs. Wig
styling is done by using a wig brush, a wig comb, and the handiest
tools of all—your fingertips!
5.Cosplay
Wig Care Tips:
use only most trusted brands like Revlon
Texturizing Shampoo for Synthetic Hair
and
sulphate-free
hydrating conditioners
from leading cosplay product caring brands.
6.Washing
Technique: The
frequency of washing depends on factors such as air quality and
humidity. Generally, a wig should be washed after it has been worn 8
to 12 times. The basic technique includes adding a tablespoon of
shampoo to a sink filled with cold water and then immersing the wig
for more than one-minute, rubbing minimally and gently blotting it
with a soft towel.
Some
Do’s & Don’ts:
Exposing
synthetic wigs to heat in excess of 160° can damage the fibres
Using
curling irons, bleach, and hot rollers must be avoided
Swimming
Pools with excess chlorine can damage the wig permanently
Finding
such credible information
about costume wig maintenance is difficult. The web is overwhelmed
with over-promotional, difficult-to-understand information. However,
the creative team at Cosplayhouse
chooses
to educate its customers about the products on offer. The reason lies
in a highly unstructured marketplace where many sub-par products are
sold at premium rates and lead to issues like allergic reactions and
wigs that don’t last a season whereas Cosplayhouse is very
particular about the quality and absolute safety of usage.
