How to De-Tangle a Lolita Wig

Detangle a Lolita wig before shampooing for best results.

Lolita wigs have gained in popularity with the rise of the Japanese-influenced Lolita fashion trend. Lolita wigs are characterized by thick bangs, and usually feature curly or wavy hair styled in one or two distinct sections. For optimum appearance, detangle the wig after each wearing, especially if worn in windy or humid weather conditions, and always detangle a Lolita wig before shampooing.

Things You'll Need

• Mannequin head or Styrofoam wig form
• Detangling spray
• Wide tooth comb

Instructions

1. Place the dry Lolita wig on a mannequin head or Styrofoam wig form. Avoid placing a wet wig on a mannequin head or Styrofoam wig form to prevent stretching the wig cap. Never comb or brush a wet wig to prevent damaging the hair fibers.

2. Spray a generous amount of detangling spray on the hair portion of the Lolita wig. Use a detangling spray formulated for artificial hair on a synthetic Lolita wig, and use a spray designed for chemically-treated hair on a Lolita wig made with human hair.

3. Gently comb through hair on Lolita wig using a wide tooth comb to remove tangles. Start combing at hair ends and work upwards towards the base of the Lolita wig, until hair is tangle free.

References

• Lolita Fashion Guide
• Wigs.com: How to Care for Synthetic Wigs
• Wigs.com: How to Care for Human Hair
• Headcovers: How to Care for Your Wig