How to Make a Wig Spiky

Create a spiky style for your short-haired wig.

Whether you want to test out what short hair would look like on you or you have lost your hair due to illness, a short-haired wig can look fabulous if properly styled. If you want to experiment with a spiky short-haired look, you'll need to style the wig hair using holding gel. The stiffness and style of the spikes will depend on the type of gel you use and the existing hairstyle of the wig. Experiment with different gel strengths and styles on the wig until you find the best look for you.

Things You'll Need

• Short-hair wig
• Hair gel
• Styling gel
• Blow dryer

Instructions

1. Cut the wig hair down to 1 to 2 inches, if it is not already that short. You may want to cut the sides and back even shorter, depending on the style you are going for.

2. Wet the wig hair so that it is damp, and then put the wig on. This will make it easier to style.

3. Pour a dollop of styling gel into your hand. Choose from soft, medium or hard hold gel depending on the type of hold you want.

4. Rub the gel throughout the wig hair, paying most attention to the hair on the top of your head.

5. Lift small sections of wig hair, pressing the hair strands together between your fingers to create the spiked look. You can create uniform spikes that stick straight up for a bold look,or uneven spikes that go every which way for a more styled, softer look. Blow-dry the hair as you are lifting to help set the spikes.

Tips & Warnings

• Base the amount of hair gel you will need on how thick the wig hair is. If you want the wig to look as natural as possible, choose a wig with hair texture similar to your own.

• Take your wig to a hair stylist for a professional cut if you are not confident cutting it yourself.

• Create a spiky mohawk by slicking the sides of the hair back with a generous helping of hair gel, and then applying an extra thick hair gel or wax to the hair in the center and lifting it up with your hands.

• Avoid using synthetic wigs, as they are already flammable and become even more so after applying gel.

Resources

• Wigs: The Official Wig Buyer's Guide