If you love the look of a curly wig, you'll want to keep those curls looking as lovely as they did when you first took it out of the box. The secret is to resist the temptation to reach for your hairbrush.
Brushing a curly synthetic wig can pull the fibres apart, disrupt the curl pattern and create frizz. Instead of making the wig look smoother, brushing can leave it looking fluffy, less defined and much bigger than you intended. Once the curl pattern has been disrupted, it may be difficult to restore the original shape simply by brushing the fibres back into place.
For tight, defined curls, it's best to avoid brushing and combing altogether. If a curl looks out of place, gently reposition it with your fingertips, taking care not to pull or stretch the fibres. Often, a little gentle arranging is all that's needed to bring the style back together.
Looser curls and waves can sometimes benefit from a little more attention. If you notice a small tangle, a wide-tooth comb may help you ease it apart gently. Start at the ends, work slowly and support the fibres as you go. Stop if the curls begin to stretch out or the texture starts to look fluffy. There's no need to comb through the entire wig simply because you're accustomed to brushing your own hair.
If your wig looks tangled, resist the urge to pull a brush through it. Gently separate any loose tangles with your fingers, working carefully from the ends upwards where possible. If the fibres resist or the curls have become badly disrupted, further brushing is unlikely to help and may make the problem worse. Check the manufacturer's care instructions before attempting any restorative styling.
Curly synthetic wigs don't need to be brushed into place every morning. A gentle shake, a little fingertip arranging and leaving the fibres alone will often be enough. The aim isn't to make every fibre lie perfectly straight, but to preserve the shape, texture and movement that make your curly wig beautiful in the first place.
