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WIG CHALLENGE 2008

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CurliDiva said:
Hey Divinefavor,

You're looking great in that new wig!

Have you tried using fabric softner on your synthetic wig? Wash and then let it soak in 1 part fabric softner/2 part water, rinse and air dry. It really does help to restore the hair fibers.

Good luck, Curli
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WOW! I did not know this! I love this challenge! Thanks CurliDiva!
 
I learned this during my research on lacefront wigs. Apparently, some people are using fabric softner to coat the hair fiber for a restored look and feel.

I tried it on one wig that I was about to throw away and it worked like a CHARM! :yep: And I used cheapy dollar-store brand softner to boot.
 
I also switched up my braid pattern for my cornrows.

I'm only inches (1 1/2 to 2) from APL, and I noticed that my ends (with my cornrow ends going straight back) seemed more tangled. So I reverse directions and have all of my braids heading towards the front of my head. It looks funny, but my nape area is total protected from movement and pulling. My first attempt was not prefect but I think I've figured out how to make the front lay flatter for the next time.
 
I need to learn how to corn row or flat braid or something....I've been wraping my TWA and that works pretty good for now but I'm starting to get some length!! Woo Hoo!!
 
CurliDiva said:
Hey Divinefavor,

You're looking great in that new wig!

Have you tried using fabric softner on your synthetic wig? Wash and then let it soak in 1 part fabric softner/2 part water, rinse and air dry. It really does help to restore the hair fibers.

Good luck, Curli
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Thanks for that tip!!! I will definitely try it out...do I need to use conditioner after washing a synthetic wig?

I washed the wig once, but didn't use fabric softener, I didn't use conditioner either. It was still tangled. I'm going try your way this weekend.
 
CurliDiva said:
I also switched up my braid pattern for my cornrows.

I'm only inches (1 1/2 to 2) from APL, and I noticed that my ends (with my cornrow ends going straight back) seemed more tangled. So I reverse directions and have all of my braids heading towards the front of my head. It looks funny, but my nape area is total protected from movement and pulling. My first attempt was not prefect but I think I've figured out how to make the front lay flatter for the next time.
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O I never thought bout that. For me I just make 4 french braids. My wigs seem to lay flater than if I was to make 2.
 
divinefavor said:
Thanks for that tip!!! I will definitely try it out...do I need to use conditioner after washing a synthetic wig?

I washed the wig once, but didn't use fabric softener, I didn't use conditioner either. It was still tangled. I'm going try your way this weekend.
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I'd like to know this as well. Give up the goods Curlidiva! What is the entire process?
 
cmesweet said:
O I never thought bout that. For me I just make 4 french braids. My wigs seem to lay flater than if I was to make 2.
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I used to make 2 french braids, but they got too bulky on the sides and my wig would lay fun.:perplexed I have nails tips now, so I'm trying to find a easy way to braid w/o my short nails.
 
I make 2 Color Purple plaits (think Celie & Nettie) and just bobby pin them from side to side. It lays very flat.
 
divinefavor said:
Thanks for that tip!!! I will definitely try it out...do I need to use conditioner after washing a synthetic wig?

I washed the wig once, but didn't use fabric softener, I didn't use conditioner either. It was still tangled. I'm going try your way this weekend.
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Hi Divinefavor,

Does your wig have curly or straight hair?

If it is straight, then you should detangle it before washing. I use a dollar-store vent brush - starting at the ends working my way to the roots.

If it is curly, try to only finger detangle. Brushing your curls may cause them to lose its shape forever. To wash:

  • Fill basin with warm water and shampoo (just a few squirts). I swish the water around to make sure the shampoo is diluted evenly.
  • Submerge the wig and let it soak. It up to you how long, but I normally let mine soak for 10-20 mins.
  • Gentle raise and lower the wig into the shampoo water (I never scrub the wig or the hair) and then rinse, rinse, rinse & rinse.
  • Fill basin with 1 part fabric softener and 2 part warm water (enough to cover the entire wig) and let it soak for 5-10 mins.
  • Gentle raise and lower the wig in the same matter into the softener water. You should notice that the hair looks smooth and silkier. Rinse (I make sure the wig cap is rinsed well since this will touch my scalp) I don't add any conditioners or other products to the wig.
  • I hang my wig on my showerhead to drip dry. Don't try to comb/brush the WET wig. Let it DRY completely before you try to style it.
  • Once dried, I usually just give it a quick shake for the hair to fall perfectly. This is the ONLY time when I may add a tiny amount of product for shine.

Hope this helps!

p.s. also consider that you may need to trim the ends slightly if they are rough/tangled because of contact stress from your clothing.
 
Thank you for this explanation!!! I'm going to try this tonight or tomorrow!





CurliDiva said:
Hi Divinefavor,

Does your wig have curly or straight hair?

If it is straight, then you should detangle it before washing. I use a dollar-store vent brush - starting at the ends working my way to the roots.

If it is curly, try to only finger detangle. Brushing your curls may cause them to lose its shape forever. To wash:

  • Fill basin with warm water and shampoo (just a few squirts). I swish the water around to make sure the shampoo is diluted evenly.
  • Submerge the wig and let it soak. It up to you how long, but I normally let mine soak for 10-20 mins.
  • Gentle raise and lower the wig into the shampoo water (I never scrub the wig or the hair) and then rinse, rinse, rinse & rinse.
  • Fill basin with 1 part fabric softener and 2 part warm water (enough to cover the entire wig) and let it soak for 5-10 mins.
  • Gentle raise and lower the wig in the same matter into the softener water. You should notice that the hair looks smooth and silkier. Rinse (I make sure the wig cap is rinsed well since this will touch my scalp) I don't add any conditioners or other products to the wig.
  • I hang my wig on my showerhead to drip dry. Don't try to comb/brush the WET wig. Let it DRY completely before you try to style it.
  • Once dried, I usually just give it a quick shake for the hair to fall perfectly. This is the ONLY time when I may add a tiny amount of product for shine.
Hope this helps!

p.s. also consider that you may need to trim the ends slightly if they are rough/tangled because of contact stress from your clothing.
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CurliDiva said:
I think I want to buy some short (think rihanna bob) length wigs for this SPRING!

I feel like a change, and when I do wear my APL hair out for the first time...everyone will be like :blush: :blush: :blush: :blush: :blush:!
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I am thinking about copying a Rihanna style too! I have not seen anything in my local BSS. I may try to find one online. If anyone sees anything close please let me know.
 
katote said:
I am thinking about copying a Rihanna style too! I have not seen anything in my local BSS. I may try to find one online. If anyone sees anything close please let me know.
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Hi katote,

I am thinking about cutting a wig into the Rihanna style because I can't find anything that has that edgey (sp.) and full look. Most of the shorter wigs I've seen so fat look too tame. :perplexed

CD
 
CurliDiva said:
Hi katote,

I am thinking about cutting a wig into the Rihanna style because I can't find anything that has that edgey (sp.) and full look. Most of the shorter wigs I've seen so fat look too tame. :perplexed

CD
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Have you ladies thought about making your own? I still would like to make me a fall out of Remi Velvet. I love that hair!
 
I have some Outre Velvet Remy Hair that I had from a sew in that I had back in Sept. I wish I could use that to make my own wig.
 
10 week stretch, first time ever..WOOWHOOO!!!!!!! Wig challenge and patient root detangling work to thank. I had my re-touch today with a patient stylist who refused my shower comb, used the small tooth comb with gentle usage then she relaxed my roots. She did not suggest a trim to my ends at all, no need, uneven but un-split:look:.
Funny thing happened..I bought my long wig for bang trimming--it was killing my eyes. I pulled out my wig after she wrapped my hair so gently...the salon became so quiet as she placed my wig cap and wig on my head, then trimmed the wig bangs. I wanted to laugh:lachen: so badly as the other patrons stared as though they were saying.."She has hair yet she wears a wig?!". I'm hoping I become an example of the protective usage of wigs!!
 
Does anyone here have a daytime wig (more conservative) and a weekend/nighttime/travel/sex kitten wig? I need the latter. :lachen: I've got my eye on the Emily, Lucy and other wigs mentioned.
 
classimami713 said:
Does anyone here have a daytime wig (more conservative) and a weekend/nighttime/travel/sex kitten wig? I need the latter. :lachen: I've got my eye on the Emily, Lucy and other wigs mentioned.
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Girl yes! I have a work wig, short and conservative. I have a hangout with the girls wig, longer. I have a go out to the bar wig, big curls. Also the PTA meeting wig! Then there is the date wig! lol :lachen: I have wig or fall for every event!
 
BrooklynSouth said:
10 week stretch, first time ever..WOOWHOOO!!!!!!! Wig challenge and patient root detangling work to thank. I had my re-touch today with a patient stylist who refused my shower comb, used the small tooth comb with gentle usage then she relaxed my roots. She did not suggest a trim to my ends at all, no need, uneven but un-split:look:.
Funny thing happened..I bought my long wig for bang trimming--it was killing my eyes. I pulled out my wig after she wrapped my hair so gently...the salon became so quiet as she placed my wig cap and wig on my head, then trimmed the wig bangs. I wanted to laugh:lachen: so badly as the other patrons stared as though they were saying.."She has hair yet she wears a wig?!". I'm hoping I become an example of the protective usage of wigs!![/quote]

Hi BrooklynSouth,

YOU GO GIRL! :woot:I'm sure the look on their faces were priceless!

Keep up the great work!
Curli
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BrooklynSouth said:
...Funny thing happened..I bought my long wig for bang trimming--it was killing my eyes. I pulled out my wig after she wrapped my hair so gently...the salon became so quiet as she placed my wig cap and wig on my head, then trimmed the wig bangs. I wanted to laugh:lachen: so badly as the other patrons stared as though they were saying.."She has hair yet she wears a wig?!". I'm hoping I become an example of the protective usage of wigs!!
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Yes!
Glued in weaves definitely took my hair out inh the past, sewn in weave still caused breakage too, even braids caused me breakage (it's funny cause it's MY hair and I should've opened my eyes sooner but my mama pointed that out to me): apparently, my hair hates added hair pulling on it ...and Im glad about choosing wigs as MY protective style. Plus you can buy them in colors and highlights that may not be safe for your real hair. It's so easy for me to wash and condition my real hair anytime I want to. I keep my real hair platted/braided or twisted underneath the wig. My hair is growing so well with this protective style.
 
**The other day my friend came to get me and my lil girl to go to an appointment. He called me to ask if i was ready and I told him I was pretty much ready, I told him I just had to put on my daughter's shoes and that I just needed to put on my hair (I meant my wig)... Yeah, he started making fun of me and laughing and I was just like :rolleyes:. He said he thought I was going to say I need to put on my makeup, shirt, pants or something like that. :lol:
 
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