Preserving the lifespan of human hair lace frontal wigs depends on proper moisture care and careful handling, which helps minimize shedding and keeps tangling and matting under control. Because the hair is hand-tied into a fragile lace base, excessive tension is the primary cause of shedding. To minimize breakage and thinning, carefully detangle with a wide-tooth comb or a wig-specific brush, start from the ends and slowly working your way up toward the roots. Never brush the hair while it is soaking wet, as the water weight can stretch the knots and cause them to slip or snap.

To combat tangles, moisture is your best defence. When wearing a human hair frontal wig, as there are no natural oils from your scalp to help condition the hair, this can make the hair of your wig dry out, become brittle and tangle easily around the nape area from the friction of your shirt, jacket, and so forth. To keep the hair smooth and manageable, it is highly encouraged to deep condition the hair with a sulfate-free conditioner once per week, then apply a silicones-based (lightweight) serum (for slip to help keep away tangles) to the hair after conditioning it.

Additionally, securing your hair into two loose braids and covering your head with either a silk or satin bonnet/cap every night before sleeping will help reduce the overnight friction from your wig that causes the dreaded “birds-nest” or frizzy/unkempt look to your hair. As a result, your wig will continue to look smooth, full, and free of shedding for months.