“Is it bad to submerge wigs in water to wash?” this doubt may arise in your mind when you wash your wigs. We can tell you unequivocally that the answer is no. Actually, it is a wonderful way to easily and thoroughly clean wigs. Submerge wigs in the water mixed with shampoo helps to remove dirt without harming the hair fiber.

Can you submerge wigs in water to wash them?

Of course, you can submerge your wigs in water mixed with shampoo to wash them. Whether your wigs are human hair wigs or synthetic wigs, this cleaning method can be applied to both. Soaking can help the shampoo clean off all buildup on the wig like dirt, oil and styling products. So, you don’t have to just rub the wig to clean it, which minimizes the friction and pulling avoiding tangles and damage.

Can you submerge a wig in hot water to wash it?

You can’t submerge a wig in hot water to wash. For a synthetic wig, the hot water can cause the synthetic fiber to deform or lose elasticity, changing the texture and shape of the wig. The hot water can accelerate the aging of the fibers and shorten the lifespan of the wig. For a human hair wig, the hot water makes hair dehydrated, frizzy, dull and brittle, resulting in a loss of hair quality.
The appropriate water temperature is of great significance to wash a wig. We recommend cold water or lukewarm water to wash your wig to maintain the intactness of the wig.

How long should you soak the wig?

You can soak the wig in the shampoo solution for 5-10 minutes, the soaking time depends on how dirty the wig is. If your wig is too dirty you can extend the soaking time appropriately, but not more than 15 minutes. The soaking time should not be too long, which will easily lead to shedding. More often than not, 5-10 minutes is enough, you can easily clean off all buildups on the wig.

Steps to submerge a human hair wig in water to wash

Step 1: Detangle the human hair wig

Secure the human hair wig on a wig stand or mannequin head to set free your hands for easy handling. Use your fingers to untangle the visible big knots. Then gently comb the hair ends until there are no knots. Work your way up to the hair roots until you can smoothly comb the hair from the root to the end without any snagging. If your human hair wig is a body wavy wig or kinky curly wig, you’d better use a wide-tooth comb to avoid damage to the hair texture.

Step 2: Fill your sink with water and mix the shampoo in

Fill your sink with cold water or lukewarm water, and make sure the water is enough to submerge the wig. Mix appropriate shampoo in the water according to how dirty your human hair wig is. Stir until shampoo is completely dissolved in the water.
Choose the shampoo that is special for human hair wigs. If your human hair wig is an HD lace wig, you must avoid the 2-in-1 shampoo that contains conditioner, which will weaken the wig knots and cause hair shedding.

Step 3: Turn the wig inside out and submerge it in the mixed water

During a long time of use, the wig cap builds up with dirt, sweat, oil and styling products, which make it hard to clean. Turning the human hair wig inside out can make it well in contact with shampoo and easier to clean.
Put the wig in the mixed water, make sure the water completely submerges the wig. Soak it for 5-10 minutes according to the wig sully degree.

Step 4: Rinse off the shampoo

Rinse the wig with cold water or lukewarm water until there is no shampoo residue. When the wig cap is rinsed clean, you can turn the wig hair outside to well rinse the shampoo off the hair.

Step 5: Apply conditioner to the hair and wait

Squeeze the conditioner into your palm, rub it evenly with your palms, apply it to the hair and gently comb it with your fingers. What calls for special attention is that you should avoid applying conditioner on the hair roots and wig cap if your wig is a human hair HD lace wig.

Step 6: Rinse off the conditioner and dry the wig

Wait for a few minutes according to the instructions of the conditioner. When the hair is totally nourished, rinse off the conditioner with cold water or lukewarm water. Gently squeeze the wig and use a towel to remove the excess water. Secure the wig on a wig stand and place it in a well-ventilated area to air dry. If you are in a hurry to wear the wig you can use a hair dryer to blow dry it. But please set the dryer on a low-heat setting to avoid damaging the wig hair.

Conclusion

It is a good cleaning method to submerge wigs in water to wash if you follow proper washing procedures. In this way, you can easily wash your wigs and minimize the damage, prolonging their lifespans.