When you find a tangle, the most helpful response is to slow down. The aim is to free the hair without transferring a pull to the cap.
Support the section
Hold the hair above the area you are working on. Begin at the ends with short, gentle movements, then gradually work higher as each section becomes clear.
If you feel resistance, stop. Loosen the tangle carefully with your fingers rather than pulling the brush through it.
Choose a tool that suits the hair
Use a smooth tool suitable for your wig's texture and construction. Check it for damaged or rough edges. A brush can be helpful, but technique and the condition of the hair matter too; no tool can guarantee damage-free detangling.
Protect the lace and top
Use suitable support without stretching the cap. Keep the brush away from the lace edge and avoid repeatedly brushing across the part. Do not push pins through the crown, silk top, or lace.
Change the routine for curls
Curly hair needs a method that preserves its pattern. Repeated dry brushing may create frizz and disturb the finish. Follow the instructions for that texture, or ask us before changing the routine.
Wet hair also needs careful handling. Do not aggressively brush a soaking-wet piece or assume the same method suits every cap and texture.
Look for the reason tangles return
Friction at the nape, buildup, dryness, and repeated heat can each affect manageability. If matting is severe or shedding has increased, pause and send us a photo and your care routine.
Brushing is one part of care. Our washing guide explains the rest of the routine.
