How to wear your hair under a wig

Wig caps

A wig cap is made of nylon fabric, this helps to keep your hair in place and create a smoother base for your wig to sit. But these are optional, you can just wear your wig directly on the skin of your scalp or over your own hair.
Additional wig caps available to purchase here.

Note: If you are undergoing chemotherapy treatment this can cause a condition called chemo cradle cap, if you’re affected by this you need to contact your oncology nurse or support centre, there are specialist wig caps which are made from breathable materials. It’s best to seek medical advice to ensure you get the correct type you need.

Swept back method

Perfect for those with short hair. This is quick and fuss free. Just comb back your hair from the hairline and use some bobbie pins to keep in place. Alternatively you can use a little hair gel to keep the hair in place.

Braids Method

This is ideal for medium to long hair. In the pictures below the hair is sleek and straight so the hair on top of the head lie flat naturally.

1. Section the hair in two, centre parting to the nape of the neck.

2. Take 2 sections of hair and braid on each side.

3. With the two braids, take one each and crisscross them at the back of the head. They don’t have to be perfect, as long as they are close to the head. Secure with bobbie pins.
4. Place a wig cap over your prepared hair to hold it all in place. This is optional.

French braids method

This method is suited for thick hair and french braids will help keep the hair as close to the head as possible.

1. Section the hair in two, centre parting to the nape of the neck.

2. Take 2 sections of hair and french braid on each side.

3. With the two braids, take one each and pin them down like space buns at the back of the head. Secure with bobbie pins.

Cover with a wig cap to keep the braids secure. This is optional.

Pin curls method

Please note the above picture shows multiple pin curls, smaller sections of hair would be used for very thick or curly hair.

For finer hair the below method is ideal:

1. Divide the head into 4 sections.
2. Wrap each section into a large curl and secure with bobbie pins.
3. Place a wig cap over your prepared hair to hold it all in place. This is optional.

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