HAIR CARE GUIDE
Simple care that keeps your wig looking good longer
Taking care of your wig doesn’t need to be complicated. The goal is clean hair, balanced moisture, and protection from heat. When those three things are handled well, the hair looks better, styles easier, and lasts longer.
This guide covers the basics that apply to all wigs, whether your unit is custom colored or a natural shade.
Washing matters more than most people think
Washing your wig regularly is one of the most important parts of hair care. Clean hair moves better, holds moisture better, and styles more easily.
When hair isn’t washed often enough, product builds up on the strands. That buildup can make the hair feel stiff, heavy, or dull. It can also stop moisture from doing its job.
Clean hair is healthy hair.
How often to wash your wig
Most wigs should be washed every 10 to 15 wears. You may need to wash sooner if you notice the hair feels heavy, looks dull, or doesn’t respond well to styling.
Washing too often can dry the hair out, but waiting too long can cause buildup. The goal is balance.
If you’re unsure, pay attention to how the hair feels. When it stops flowing easily, it’s usually time to wash.
Choosing the right shampoo
A gentle shampoo works best for wigs.
You want something that cleans the hair without stripping it. Harsh shampoos can leave the hair dry and harder to manage over time.
For colored hair, a color-safe shampoo is important. For natural-colored hair, a gentle moisturizing shampoo is usually enough.
Clarifying shampoos can be used occasionally to remove buildup, but they should not be used every wash.
Conditioner is not optional
Conditioner helps put moisture back into the hair after washing. Without it, hair can feel dry, rough, or tangled.
A silicone-free conditioner is a great choice because it moisturizes the hair without leaving a heavy coating behind. This helps the hair stay soft and flexible instead of feeling slippery at first and dry later.
Apply conditioner from the mid-lengths to the ends of the hair and let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing.
A note about Silicone Mix and heavy silicone products
Silicone Mix is a product many people reach for because it makes the hair feel very soft right away. That softness can be misleading.
Silicone Mix works by coating the outside of the hair strand. This coating makes the hair feel smooth and slippery at first, but it does not add real moisture to the hair.
Heavy silicone products are often helpful for lower-quality hair or hair that has been heavily processed, colored many times, or damaged. That type of hair may need a heavier coating to feel manageable.
The hair used for Tailord Hair units does not need this type of coating.
When heavy silicone products are used repeatedly on higher-quality hair, they can actually cause problems over time. The coating builds up on the hair and creates a barrier that blocks moisture and other products from getting inside the hair strand.
At first, the hair feels soft. Over time, the hair can start to feel dry, stiff, or brittle. Breakage may happen, and the hair may stop responding well to washing and conditioning.
This is when people often think the hair is bad or has “expired,” when in reality the issue is product buildup from heavy silicones.
For this reason, Silicone Mix and similar heavy silicone treatments are not recommended for ongoing use on Tailord Hair units. Lighter, moisturizing products that allow the hair to breathe and absorb moisture will help the hair stay soft, flexible, and healthy long term.
Heat protectant is a must
Any time you use heat, a heat protectant should be applied first.
Heat protectants create a barrier between the hair and hot tools. This helps prevent dryness, breakage, and damage caused by high temperatures.
Even if your wig is not colored, heat can still weaken the hair over time if it isn’t protected.
My go-to heat protectant is Kenra ColorCharge. I use it on both custom color and natural color wigs because it protects the hair without weighing it down.
Hot tool temperature guidelines
More heat does not mean better results.
For most wigs, hot tools should stay between 300 and 375 degrees. This range is effective for styling while being gentle enough to protect the hair.
If the hair styles well at a lower temperature, there’s no reason to increase the heat. Consistent moderate heat helps the hair last longer.
A simple care mindset
Hair care doesn’t have to be perfect to be effective. Clean hair, the right amount of moisture, and protection from heat will always make the biggest difference.
When you keep your routine simple and intentional, your wig will look better and be easier to manage over time.