Girl… Does Your Wig Get Like This Too? 😭 | Wig Care Tips You Need!!

Wig Care & Lifestyle Tips (Based on the Subtitles)

• The “messy/dry wig” look is often from poor care, not the wig itself.

  • In hot weather, dry/frizzy wigs are especially undesirable—focus on prevention.

• Match your care to the type of hair

  • Virgin hair: never colored; can be yaki/straight/body wave.
  • Virgin (colored/processed) hair: human hair that’s been colored/textured.
  • Raw hair: uncolored/unprocessed, straight off the donor (not “easier,” just needs the right technique).
  • Key idea: learn the right techniques for your texture—then the same wig can perform well.

• Avoid shampooing too often

  • First tip: don’t shampoo right away when the wig is new.
  • Instead, use conditioner to “wash” (co-wash) initially.
  • For heavy sweating/exercise: you may shampoo, but only about once a week.
  • If you do shampoo: use a sulfate-free, moisturizing shampoo.
  • Avoid clarifying wigs (it can lead to dryness/bad results).

• Use conditioner strategically (and don’t over-product)

  • All conditioners aren’t equal—choose one that moisturizes.
  • Too many products = buildup, which then requires more shampooing and leads to dryness.
  • Be cautious with product quantity throughout the week.
  • If the hair is already detangled/hydrated (especially yaki textures), you likely need less.

• Keep styling simple

  • Don’t rely on many styling products.
  • Use only:
    • 1 frizz-control product
    • 1 light oil
  • Apply oil about once every three days.
  • Avoid overusing mousse/sprays/oils.

• Heat styling rules

  • Try to heat style only once per week.
  • If you wear the wig daily, heat can dry it out—taking it off at night helps.
  • Night storage routine:
    • Pin-curl back
    • Put it in a bonnet
    • Add a scarf before bed
  • For curly/wavy wigs: avoid frequent heat (repeated straightening/curling reduces curl “bounce” over time).

• Curly/Wavy Refresh Routine (Rotation Approach)

  • If you want different looks, rotate by buying the wig in the style you want (straight vs curly).
  • Set curls on Sunday:
    1. Conditioner wash
    2. Add products
    3. Set curls
    4. Let dry
    5. The rest of the week should require minimal/no extra work if products are right.
  • Goal: prevent frizz without constant re-styling.

• Coloring/Highlighting Guidance

  • For best results, color/highlight wigs made from virgin/natural/raw hair.
  • Avoid buying wigs already pre-colored and then trying to dramatically change the color (especially to something like red).
  • Coloring can dry the hair; without the right restoration products/steps, it may not return to healthy.

Takeaway: Prioritize prevention (proper washing, conditioning, minimal buildup), then refresh strategically—especially for curly/wavy textures and heat-sensitive styles.

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Mentioned Products / Brands (From the Subtitles)

Shampoo / Cleanser

• Coconut Shampoo (Soapbox)

Conditioners & Co-Washing

• TRESemmé Moisture Rich (works for everyone; co-wash every ~3 days)
• Cantu (helps with frizz; used as leave-in on wet hair or on dry hair if frizzy; mentioned as a once-a-week use)

Frizz / Climate / Weekly Reset

• Nexxus Curl Define Climate Control (described like a “once a week” type product, not daily)
• Color Wow Large Bombshell Volumizer (for roller setting and volume)

Mousse (For Curls)

• Mentions using a mousse brand/model (subtitled as “by Vigoro” / not fully clear in text)
  • Notes she’s out of it, so she didn’t repurchase yet.

Oils / Moisture

• Olive Oil Mega Moisture (used for moisture; especially if needing volume)

Heat / Hold Spray

• Sebastian Shaper Plus (preferred hairspray; holds shape; likes black can)

Storage

• Mentions storage bags (especially helpful for afro-texture wigs prone to frizz)
• Notes that dresser/air exposure can “suck the life” out of a wig—proper storage matters.

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Notable Communities / Speakers Referenced

• Marie (speaker/host)
• Prissy Squad community (referenced for “full detail” on raw hair and for wig restoration discussions)
• OG (used by the speaker as a reference to her long-time viewers)