What Does It Mean When a Wig Says Heat Resistant?

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What does it mean when a wig says heat resistant?

Heat friendly wigs, also known as heat resistant, are the perfect alternative to human hair because the fibers can be heat styled. Not only do they come with a lower price point, but these types of wigs can hold their shape until heat is applied again. Join us as we explore why heat friendly synthetic fiber is the best of both worlds.

What Type of a Wig Is Heat Friendly?

Heat friendly synthetic hair is crafted with a type of fiber that can be altered using regulated heat. The most important thing for anyone wearing this fiber is: heat friendly wigs REQUIRE heat.

If you do not use heat on the fibers, the hair will frizz and wear down faster. When your wig starts frizzing (especially at the ends), flat iron or curl it to smooth it out.

If you’re ever unsure whether your wig is heat friendly, check out our website or consult the manufacturer information.

What Is the Max Heat I Can Use on Heat Resistant Fiber?

Before Styling

After Styling

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Remember the only way to change the style of a heat resistant wig or hair topper is with heat. Keep your styling tools between 275° F-300° (or 135°-150° C) Too hot and your fiber will singe, too cool and your fiber will not style. We also recommend letting the hair fiber cool in the shape you desire, this will ensure it will hold the style after it cools. Overstyling with heat may lead to it deteriorating faster, so moderation is key!

Pro Tip: If you like to wear your hair wavy/curly and straight, have two wigs or toppers that are already pre-styled.

How Do You Style a Heat Friendly Wig?

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You can style a heat friendly wig similarly to natural hair. However, you must use a canvas block head or a wig stand to style the hair. NEVER style a wig on your own head.

Next, take some T-pins and secure the wig or topper to the canvas block head in order to have a 360° view of your styling. When you apply the T-pins, make sure to pierce the pins in durable materials of the cap, such as velvet ear tabs and a velvet nape. Never puncture the lace front or monofilament. You will damage the delicate material.

Once you have gently secured your wig to the canvas block head, you can begin styling your wig.

Curling your heat friendly synthetic wig and topper may be tricky. Here are some tips to make the process easier:

Separate the hair into sections. Then, choose a small section - no wider than the styling tool being used - approximately 1”.

Take the small section and wrap the hair around the barrel and hold for 8-12 seconds.

Release the curl into your hand. For extra hold, clip the curl with a metal styling clip and allow the hair to cool in the position before removing the clip.

If you want a tighter curl, wait to release the hair until it cools completely.

For a looser curl, release the hair when the curl is still slightly warm.

How Do You Care for a Heat Resistant Wig?

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The truth is, it is 100% up to how you take care of it! If you follow all of our instructions, assuming you are wearing it multiple times a week or daily, it should last up to 3-4 months. If you wear it less often, you will be able to wear it for much longer.

Always use a wide tooth comb. Never use a brush!

We recommend spraying BeautiMark’s Smooth Detangler on the tangles to help ease combing. This should be done at least once while wearing it, and definitely after wearing it.

Wash your wig every 6-8 wears or once a week if you wear it daily.

Use room temperature water when washing your hair. Never soak your wig (this will loosen the knots).

Start from the top to bottom. Use shampoo and conditioner specially formulated for synthetic wigs. Be sure to wash the inside of the cap as well.

When washing, keep the conditioner away from the roots. Otherwise, it will loosen the knots and lead to tangling and shedding.

Rinse the hair and blot it dry with a towel.

Spray the fibers with BeautiMark’s Leave-In Conditioner. Comb through the hair and let the wig air dry on a wig stand.

For more tips on washing a wig, please visit our page here.

Final Thoughts

Heat resistant wigs, or heat friendly wigs, gives you the freedom to style your look with controlled heat—the perfect alternative to human hair. With the right temperature, proper styling techniques, and consistent care, your heat friendly wig can maintain its smoothness, shape, and longevity. Remember: heat friendly fiber thrives with mindful heat and gentle maintenance. Treat it well, and you’ll enjoy versatile, beautiful styles that truly give you the best of both worlds. And be sure to check our selection of heat friendly wigs!