How Often Should You Get Your Wig Revamped?

A good wig is an investment, and like anything you wear often, it needs looking after. Washing and styling at home will keep it going, but every so often it needs a proper reset. That's where a professional wig revamp comes in.

So how often should you book one? It mostly comes down to how often you wear your wig and how you care for it between appointments.

A rough guide to wig revamp timings

Every wig and every wearer is different, but as a general guide for human hair wigs:

• Worn every day: a revamp every 6 to 8 weeks
• Worn a few times a week: every 2 to 3 months
• Worn for special occasions: two or three times a year, or before a big event

If you use a lot of heat, styling products or adhesive, you may need a revamp sooner. The same goes if you live in a hard water area. Water high in calcium and magnesium can leave mineral deposits that build up over time^[2], leaving hair feeling dull and coated.

Signs your wig is due a revamp

Don't just go by the calendar. Your wig will usually tell you when it needs attention. Look out for:

• Tangling or matting, especially at the nape
• Hair that feels dry, rough or frizzy even after washing
• A style that won't hold like it used to
• Product build-up, dullness or a lingering smell
• Lace that's lifting, discoloured or starting to tear
• A hairline that no longer looks natural
• More shedding than usual

Catching these early makes a real difference. A tired wig can usually be brought back to life with a revamp. Leave it too long and it may need more work to fix.

Wig revamp vs wig restoration

A wig revamp is a refresh: a deep clean, conditioning, detangling and restyling so your unit looks and feels like new again. Human hair on a wig doesn't get natural oils from a scalp the way growing hair does, so regular conditioning matters more than people expect^[3].

Wig restoration goes further. It's for wigs that need repairs, such as damaged or worn-out lace, shedding, or a hairline that needs rebuilding. On a lace wig, each strand is hand-tied to a sheer lace base that sits over the scalp^[1], so once that lace is torn or worn, the hairline stops looking natural. In many cases, lace replacement can give a wig you love a whole new lease of life, often for less than buying a new one.

How our wig revamp service works

We're based in Milton Keynes and offer wig revamps across the UK by post, as well as free drop-off locally. We work on human hair wigs and toppers only.

1. Fill in the booking form and choose your service.
2. Post your wig to us, or drop it off in Milton Keynes.
3. We inspect your wig and confirm the work needed.
4. We complete your revamp or restoration.
5. We let you know when it's ready.
6. You collect it, or we send it back tracked and signed for.

Standard turnaround is 5 to 7 days from when we receive your wig, with express options available if you need it sooner.

Making your revamp last longer

A few simple habits between appointments will keep your wig looking its best for longer:

• Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb, starting from the ends.
• Sleep on a satin pillowcase, or take your wig off at night.
• Store it on a wig stand or head, away from heat and sunlight.
• Go easy on heat and always use a heat protectant.
• Keep heavy oils and products away from the lace.