How to Maintain a Lace Front Wig

A lace front wig is a wig made of human or synthetic hair with a nearly invisible lace pattern in the front which fits over the wearer's forehead. Properly maintaining a lace front wig will extend the life of the wig.

• Read and understand the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the lace front wig. If the wig manufacturer provided instructions for maintaining the wig, the wearer should follow those instructions in order to keep the wig under any warranty that might be provided.


• Decide when the wig needs to be washed or cleaned. When the wig begins to look worn or flat or the hair begins to smell or mat, it is time to clean it.


• Choose the right shampoo for a lace front wig. Commercial baby or other shampoos should never be used on a wig; instead, use a wig shampoo specifically formulated for use on wigs.


• Use a wig brush to gently brush the lace front wig at the ends of the hair to untangle any knots that may be present.


• Soak the wig in a basin or sink with water for several minutes.


• Wash the wig gently in the sink or basin with a shampoo specifically made for wigs.


• Rinse the wig thouroughly and gently to remove any suds or shampoo.


• Place the wig on a towel and gently blot or pat the wig to remove excess water.


• Hang the lace front wig on a wig stand to allow it to dry completely before wearing again.


• Store the wig on a wig stand when not in use to retain its shape.