Wig Cap Or No Wig Cap?

I would like to start by saying that choosing to wear a wig cap is a personal choice. There are also a lot of pro’s and con’s, which I will list below to help you make an informed decision as to whether or not wearing a wig cap is for you.

Pro's

For hygiene purposes, wearing a wig cap will stop product and dirt from building up and transferring to the wig lace.

It helps to make the wig more secure on your head making it less likely to move/ come loose.

They are inexpensive and easily replaceable, you can purchase from nearly all hair shops and online stores such as amazon and eBay.

It can make wearing your wig more comfortable, as it stops the wig from rubbing on your scalp. One of the main questions people often ask when querying wearing wigs is that they can’t imagine the wig feeling comfortable on top of their head.

Those with a sensitive scalp may find that wearing a wig cap make their scalp less irritable.

Majority of wigs have clips inside the wig cap to help them sink into the hair and keep the wig in place. The cap acts as a barrier between your hair and the clips and prevents your hair from being pulled out by the clips. A wig can can also stop the edges of your hair from rubbing preventing hair loss.

Con's

Wearing a wig cap especially during physical activity, can make the head feel warmer and uncomfortable due to the fabric in which the cap is made of.

Can easily be lost! You may laugh but just like hair bobbles and hair grips they have a sneaky way of disappearing!

Can feel tight on your head at first, it takes time to get used to how the wig cap fits on your head. After time it will feel as though you haven’t got anything on.

Sometimes the wig can slip back and your wig cap will be on show unbeknownst to the wig wearer. Be vigilant especially when removing headgear such as a hat/helmet. 

How To Wear A Wig Cap?

Ensure your hair is braided back, the smaller the braids the less bulky the wig will look on your head.

Position your hands in either side of the cap to stretch it out and gently place onto your head. Use one hand to secure the cap at the front of your head and the other hand to pull the cap until you reach the back of your head where the hair stops.

Then use on hand to gently move the wig cap to ensure it covers your head completely. It shouldn’t feel too tight that its uncomfortable but it should be secure enough that it doesn’t move easily.

My Personal Choice

I wear a wig because it works for me. I choose to wear a wig cap because it not only makes wearing a wig more comfortable but keeps my wig cleaner for longer. As i oil my braids underneath my wig cap to ensure that my scalp is moisturised and my hair is growing. The wig cap acts as a barrier and stops the transference of oils and dirt from transferring to the lace under my wig. Keeping it cleaner for longer. It also stops the wig from smelling