- 1). Fill a large plastic bucket with cold water. Add 2 tablespoons of mild shampoo.
- 2). Soak the wig hair in the soapy water for 60 seconds; avoid scrubbing or rubbing the wig. Scrubbing can cause the locks to dislodge from the underside of the cap.
- 3). Remove the wig from the soapy water. Empty and refill the bucket with fresh, cold water.
- 4). Add 2 tablespoons conditioner to the water. Soak the wig again for 60 seconds; remove it from the water.
- 5). Run a comb through the wig. Blot the locks with a clean towel; avoid squeezing or ruffling the hair, which can inadvertently bend the locks.
- 6). Drape the wig atop the closed-lid shampoo bottle for one hour to dry. Avoid placing the wig on top of a Styrofoam model head to prevent unwanted stretching.
- 7). Lubricate your fingertips with 2 tablespoons liquid wig mousse. Run your fingers through the hair; allow the wig one hour to fully dry before handling.