Technical Post: Wig Application

Wig Application

Products and tools:

-Wig

-Wig Cap

-Pintail Comb

-Grips

1.    Prep the hair for wig application. To do this, section the hair into two halves. French plait each half of the hair tightly so they are flat against the head. If the model has long hair, take the bottom of the plait that is away from the head and wrap it round to the opposite side of the head and grip it to secure it. The hair should lie as flat as possible to the head

2.    Pull the wig cap over the plaited hair. Make sure any stray hairs are tucked away under the wig cap.

3.    Place the wig on the head. You may need your model or assistant to help you with this. They need to hook the front on their fingers and pull the wig down as you pull the back of the wig down.

4.    Once the wig is secure, fix any bits around the face so that it looks natural and sits properly.