HOW TO WASH A WIG | Alexa's Wig Series #4

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  • Опубліковано 29 сер 2024

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  • @FernandaGarcezC
    @FernandaGarcezC 7 років тому +651

    Could you make a video about the most common mistakes people do with their wigs? (On wearing, taking care of etc). Thanks for all the videos, very informative (:

    • @x.t553
      @x.t553 5 років тому +16

      You have sinned
      It's :)
      Not (:
      Jsjsjs

    • @-meow..
      @-meow.. 4 роки тому +3

      Hi are you alive?

    • @daisys5808
      @daisys5808 4 роки тому +1

      Tenya Lida ?

  • @676sunnyday
    @676sunnyday 6 років тому +559

    i may not have a wig but cosplays are calling my name

  • @TheMusicLover015
    @TheMusicLover015 8 років тому +1055

    I don't even own a wig, what am I doing here binge watching this series?

    • @hqunted8660
      @hqunted8660 7 років тому +19

      Marija Ristic I'm binge watching cuz im sick

    • @brandonl4762
      @brandonl4762 7 років тому +9

      I know you probably have died by now. You were on here 6 months ago but if you are still alive contact me. What you may be experiencing is self actualization, the opposite from the traditional acceptance of ignorance and entertainment. You are very rare. And I am looking for a suitable person to have a conversation with.

    • @brandonl4762
      @brandonl4762 7 років тому +3

      ahhhh cause your sick. Bummer

    • @meganloveslife8570
      @meganloveslife8570 6 років тому +2

      YEEESSSSS ME TOO!!!

    • @vibeplace8717
      @vibeplace8717 6 років тому +1

      Me Too

  • @brookem4518
    @brookem4518 8 років тому +129

    Yes ! I ruined a $300 lace front but washing it incorrectly. So be careful babies ! Thank you for teaching us do much ☺️

  • @wesleyseunghyun6240
    @wesleyseunghyun6240 8 років тому +228

    I don't even have a wig.
    Love u Alexa :D

    • @wesleyseunghyun6240
      @wesleyseunghyun6240 8 років тому +1

      +Hana Komínová XD

    • @Danielaalhabla98
      @Danielaalhabla98 8 років тому

      Same xD but is good to know New things xD

    • @Sp1nkacek
      @Sp1nkacek 8 років тому +1

      +Hana Komínová Yeah! Finally omebody from Czech Republic! ^_^

    • @Sp1nkacek
      @Sp1nkacek 8 років тому

      +Hana Komínová ^3^ *somebody

    • @Sp1nkacek
      @Sp1nkacek 8 років тому

      +Hana Komínová Yes.

  • @SoshiStars
    @SoshiStars 8 років тому +90

    *CAN YOU DO A VIDEO ON HOW TO STYLE YOUR WIG AND HOW TO CREATE BANGS? THANK YOU.*

    • @solbug
      @solbug 7 років тому +21

      SoshiStars Ent. *YOU YELLING AT ME IS GIVING ME ANXIETY.*

    • @probablynotyourmom6456
      @probablynotyourmom6456 4 роки тому +2

      She already did

  • @beccameasor9793
    @beccameasor9793 8 років тому +251

    How to style it? E.g How to curl, straighten, ect.

    • @hollywonch5694
      @hollywonch5694 4 роки тому

      Becca Measor Ik this is really really really late but if you wanna curl and straighten it, it has to be a natural hair wig

    • @capraecultus
      @capraecultus 4 роки тому +15

      @@hollywonch5694 nope there's heat resistant wigs

    • @aebez
      @aebez 4 роки тому

      you really shouldn’t use a heat curler/straightener. it will burn the plastic

    • @shsl_lazy
      @shsl_lazy 3 роки тому +3

      @@aebez heat resistance wigs

  • @88maddiemartin
    @88maddiemartin 8 років тому +43

    there has never been a wig on my head in my entire life, but im loving your wig series 😂

  • @iLOVEpicklesBRO28
    @iLOVEpicklesBRO28 8 років тому +165

    I donated my hair a few months ago, it's weird to think it's probably on someone else's head now

  • @malachiteyesterday8659
    @malachiteyesterday8659 8 років тому +30

    "when it's time to wash your wig you'll know it" lol like when there's makeup all up in the hairline haha

  • @shelbyleann608
    @shelbyleann608 7 років тому +14

    I just started wearing wigs for cosplay and this is a COMPLETELY helpful series!! Thank you so much!

  • @no-nm8gj
    @no-nm8gj 3 роки тому +11

    (this is for the people who dont have that shampoo) you can also use fabric softener! 💕

    • @allyspiper
      @allyspiper 3 роки тому

      I'm a few months late but can I use laundry detergent?

  • @grobanlover292
    @grobanlover292 7 років тому +60

    Can you do one on how to repair a damaged wig? One of my wigs is totally frazzled.

    • @julianorden8108
      @julianorden8108 7 років тому +9

      EverythingIC I suggest using laundry detergent. If you let it soak in water and laundry detergent, it should be softer and not as frazzled.

    • @julianorden8108
      @julianorden8108 7 років тому +1

      Grey Patches Hope it works!

    • @asha3886
      @asha3886 3 роки тому

      @@julianorden8108 omg tysm

    • @julianorden8108
      @julianorden8108 3 роки тому +3

      @@asha3886 omg hi, i completely forgot i commented that lol. i meant fabric softener!! not laundry detergent

    • @asha3886
      @asha3886 3 роки тому

      @@julianorden8108 ohh okay!!

  • @lyndseynajarro314
    @lyndseynajarro314 8 років тому +391

    Is she doing these all right after another or is she dressing the same each time?? I'm really curious 😂

    • @AlexaPoletti
      @AlexaPoletti  8 років тому +250

      I filmed the first 5 at the same time ;D

    • @lyndseynajarro314
      @lyndseynajarro314 8 років тому +28

      +Alexa Poletti First I love you, and second good to know. I was really curious 😂 I'm a bit weird.

    • @michellep.735
      @michellep.735 8 років тому +9

      I was wondering the same thing 😂

    • @itsblahblahbrandi
      @itsblahblahbrandi 8 років тому +10

      +Alexa Poletti sounds like you had a long day that day

    • @mikuhatsune1489
      @mikuhatsune1489 8 років тому +2

      +Michelle Province same

  • @krissybarber1224
    @krissybarber1224 7 років тому +23

    Getting a lace front wig tomorrow for Christmas! Thanks Alexa for starting my wig obsession 😂

    • @mysteriousecstasy3590
      @mysteriousecstasy3590 7 років тому

      Krissy barber I got a lace front for Christmas too! Which one did you get?

    • @krissybarber1224
      @krissybarber1224 7 років тому

      Mysterious Ecstasy I got a pink one with dark roots

    • @reganrose04
      @reganrose04 7 років тому

      Krissy barber i got the silver one 😄

  • @laurenmccoy1710
    @laurenmccoy1710 5 років тому +5

    For washing synthetic wigs a quick maintenance way is I use a febreeze and water mix combo in a spray bottle. You get to choose the smell you want and helps for a quick refresh!

  • @LisaTigressHardy
    @LisaTigressHardy 7 років тому +59

    I messed up washing my Lagoona blue wig >_< I washed it in hot water when it's curly! OOPS! And I also used baby shampoo because it's the most gentle and heard baby shampoo is okay to wash wigs with. And... I brushed it out right after washing it instead of letting it dry overnight. My bad lol

  • @nydesy6869
    @nydesy6869 8 років тому +6

    Thank you for this series, I just got my very first wig today. And these helped me prepare for it. ^.^ it's a cheap wig but hopefully these will help me keep it in great condition

  • @kellie2203
    @kellie2203 8 років тому +5

    Ordered my wig the other day can't wait to get it!

  • @Kerberos.Cosplay
    @Kerberos.Cosplay 8 років тому +4

    This series is really helpful as I am planning on buying a wig for my Bridgette cosplay!

  • @bebeburbs8052
    @bebeburbs8052 8 років тому +3

    I already know how to wash wigs but I keep watching videos about it cuz it's so satisfying

    • @addisonarmstrong3383
      @addisonarmstrong3383 4 роки тому

      BebeBurbs can you wash them with any shampoo or just that kind????

  • @DollCille
    @DollCille 8 років тому

    Alexa your Wig series is a big help i have use wig in 7year now and since i found you i know more about wigs ^^
    thank you Alexa i love you

  • @ziamonddorsey357
    @ziamonddorsey357 8 років тому +9

    This series is really making me want to start getting wigs. I want to start cosplaying anyways but have been hesitant because I didn't know what brand of wigs to get or how to care for them. So thank you so much.

    • @parasomnia.
      @parasomnia. 2 роки тому

      Ay I know it's 5 years later but Kasou's wigs are pretty great! How's your day been btw?

  • @t.bundlesaurus
    @t.bundlesaurus Рік тому +1

    Omg all these tutorials help so much!

  • @darknightzombie2639
    @darknightzombie2639 3 роки тому +1

    So far I watch all your wig related videos since I got a new wig and needed tips lol 😂

  • @SorahGames
    @SorahGames 8 років тому +23

    I would love to know how you dye a wig or what products you use. Love ya gurl ♥

    • @daniellesalvia7788
      @daniellesalvia7788 8 років тому

      You can not die a synthetic wig. Only human...dying a human hair wig can be quite complex depending what needs to be done. I suggest bringing it to a professional like myself who specializes in wigs if you need to color you wig

    • @SorahGames
      @SorahGames 8 років тому

      Danielle Satava I'm a cosplayer and in most cases you need to dye your wig to fit a certain style. I've seen people dye it with alcohol + alcohol ink, water + sharpie and with a couple other methods. In my case it does not have to look natural at all.

    • @SorahGames
      @SorahGames 8 років тому +1

      ***** Thank you very much for the feedback. Much appreciated ♥

    • @queenheidi9284
      @queenheidi9284 8 років тому +1

      +SorahGames you can dye wigs using fabric dye

  • @Isamaar
    @Isamaar 8 років тому +34

    how do you brush a rhapsody wig? I bought one and wore it for a convention and it's all kinds of tangled now. I want to wash it, but I definitely don't want to make it even knottier. Any tips??

    • @trishakawaii9754
      @trishakawaii9754 8 років тому +1

      +Isamaar Cosplay samee i have a rhapsody wig. how do you brush and wash it without damaging the style? +alexa poletti

    • @toomanypetzfan
      @toomanypetzfan 8 років тому

      watch her how to brush a wig video!
      you do the same thing. wig detangler (im pretty sure regular hair detangler works as well), wide tooth comb, and go slow and careful!

    • @Isamaar
      @Isamaar 8 років тому

      I've watched it and I guess I'm just impatient lol. I'll try that out when I get paid uwu

    • @toomanypetzfan
      @toomanypetzfan 8 років тому +4

      watch a movie or tv show while you do it! it'll help pass time and make it seem like a shorter process!
      or tackle one half in one part of the day and the other later in the day.

    • @cucumberjane9916
      @cucumberjane9916 8 років тому +4

      DEFINITELY brush from bottom to the top to reduce the tightening of the knots and tangles.

  • @jaestaar
    @jaestaar 4 роки тому

    I am living for this series so far! Surprised I haven't found this sooner!

  • @cocopopso
    @cocopopso 3 роки тому +1

    i just brought my celestia ludenberg wig and it REALLY needs to be cleaned. i think this will help, thank you

  • @virtualapple_2279
    @virtualapple_2279 3 роки тому +3

    I finished all the steps...but then I realized at the end I had a different wig -_- hurray soooo

  • @025720
    @025720 8 років тому

    I have always wanted to try and wear a wig, and because of you, I am finally going to do it! Thank you!

  • @brookemaney2496
    @brookemaney2496 8 років тому +1

    Loved this vid and the whole wig care series in general! It would be super cool if you uploaded another makeup tutorial soon! xx

  • @taraleesmith4948
    @taraleesmith4948 8 років тому

    Thank you I needed a series like this I love wearing wigs but don't know much about caring for them except the basics

  • @sakurachai4213
    @sakurachai4213 4 роки тому +2

    This was really helpful for my wig! Thanks

  • @mdjakefrank
    @mdjakefrank 8 років тому +3

    could you do a video on how to do a ponytail/ponytails? or any type of up-do's

  • @ponyocoolkid9772
    @ponyocoolkid9772 8 років тому

    Thank you so much for making this!!! 💕 This was the one major wig care bit I was unsure on, so this helped A LOT!!! Love ya!

  • @DivinelyRo
    @DivinelyRo 8 років тому +14

    Question!
    So, I purchased 3 different Bella style wigs from Gothic Lolita Wigs at the same time
    I've had them all for two weeks now
    The Lavender and Green are both still perfect
    The Silver one is puffy? I guess is how you could describe it? At the ends and tangly
    I've worn them all the same amount and I have tried putting the spray conditioner in it that you showed in your "How to Brush a Wig" tutorial but it's still...puffy.
    The other two (Lavender and Green) are both still perfect!
    Do you think washing the Silver one will help? Or do you have experience or suggestions for that or why the Silver one is doing this?
    Thank you so much! These videos are SO SO SO helpful!
    And...I totally ordered that Rilakkuma top! It is so CUTE!
    xoxo Roya

    • @stradekun2554
      @stradekun2554 7 років тому

      RoyaContraMundum Use a fabric softener. it's a lot more gentle then regular conditioner.

  • @shorty-chan3743
    @shorty-chan3743 3 роки тому +2

    who else is a baby cosplayer and literally lives for this series? ;W;

  • @ripleygrey5760
    @ripleygrey5760 8 років тому

    Ugh Alexa is so adorable

  • @ilyssigma
    @ilyssigma 5 років тому

    When I saw your video about to wear it, I got inspired, and now I really, really, really, really, really want a wig 😅

  • @ArielVisionary
    @ArielVisionary 7 років тому

    Thank you. I appreciate your lighthearted approach.

  • @benncook8107
    @benncook8107 7 років тому +2

    Can you do a video on supplies for styling wigs/how to style wigs?

  • @MeerjungfrauLeonie
    @MeerjungfrauLeonie 8 років тому

    That pink wig suits you soooooo good 💗!

  • @user-xr6hv7wi3l
    @user-xr6hv7wi3l Рік тому

    After years I still go back to this series

  • @samanthawigglesworth
    @samanthawigglesworth 8 років тому

    Thank you very much Alexa! This video has helped me a lot in understanding what to do to wash my wig! ❤️

  • @Megan.louise
    @Megan.louise 8 років тому

    I seriously love this little series 🙌🏻💕💕

  • @AtoZCosplay
    @AtoZCosplay 6 років тому

    Fantastic! Thanks so much for this! Needing to restyle my Ariel and my Princess Peach wigs and needing to get them nice and clean before starting. Appreciated!

  • @PinkRibbon137
    @PinkRibbon137 8 років тому +62

    How to cut bangs in a wig?

    • @namelessgirl5871
      @namelessgirl5871 8 років тому

      +PinkRibbon137 Maybe use scissors?

    • @bowieworld
      @bowieworld 7 років тому +16

      Nameless Girl cutting a wig is actually a lot harder than just that

  • @LunaChan23
    @LunaChan23 8 років тому +1

    i swear these videos are saving my life right now xD

  • @satanette8562
    @satanette8562 8 років тому

    Thanks for this series I have only just got into wearing wigs so it's really helpful 😘xxx

  • @nomadeline1958
    @nomadeline1958 8 років тому

    i dont own any wigs at all nor am i looking to purchase one anytime soon, but i still enjoy watching this series for some reason lol

  • @baka13chan
    @baka13chan 8 років тому

    Thank you Alexa for all your advice ! I love you a lot !!
    Actually I never washed any of my wigs, because I'm waaay too scared to destroy it @__@ but I'll try to follow every step and hopefully, everthing will be ok ....
    Greetings from France !!

  • @uravityscutie
    @uravityscutie 3 роки тому +1

    * me watching while washing the wig *
    *Her stay the important stuff at the end *
    *blanks stares*

  • @givemeprimelaughter
    @givemeprimelaughter 7 років тому

    Thank you for this!! I now feel less anxious about ruining my already damaged wig by washing it hahaha. Going to try this out tonight. Thank you, again.

  • @JugglerLou
    @JugglerLou 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this! I’m a professional Stiltwalker and I rock it as Uncle Sam. (I’m a Real Beard Uncle Sam!) Anyway, after watching your video and others, I’m gonna try DISTILLED WATER or FILTERED WATER for the washing of my White wig. Our water here has a lot of iron and when we tried using it to wash the side of our mattress, it made it WORSE. So I’ll let you know how it works out. Thanks, girl!

  • @dancingqueen8976
    @dancingqueen8976 8 років тому

    Yay! Alexa, I adore your wig series videos!

  • @glacecoco
    @glacecoco 8 років тому

    I just want you to know that i start following you when you have upload your video of totoro, it's been a while i think, and im very happy because your youtube chanel is growing a lot and your work is really good, keep doing this i will support you! And sorry for my bad english :)

  • @Hippidippimahm
    @Hippidippimahm 8 років тому

    I've just found your channel and subbed instantly! Love your personality and your videos are great! Keep up the good work and thank you so much. I feel almost ready to purchase my first wig now 😂😍

  • @audreyfuqua6550
    @audreyfuqua6550 8 років тому

    I love this series and if there's any more I can't wait⌚

  • @violetsant4835
    @violetsant4835 8 років тому

    hey. i'm a cosolayer and i like videos like that. when i ordered my first wig, i noticed, that it look strange, hair wasn't straight, and wig looked not so accurate and good. i think, would be interesting to do a video about ABSOLUTELY new wig. i mean, to show, how you unboxing it, how wig looks, when it comes and how to make it look good, straighten. Well, just about how to make it look normal, when it just arrived.
    (btw, sorry about my English, i'm Russian)^^

  • @Steampunk_Ocelot
    @Steampunk_Ocelot 7 років тому

    I have a metre long wig. I use the shower for convenience and have found it helps massively with tangle reduction

  • @bubblemilk5351
    @bubblemilk5351 5 років тому

    Thank you so so much this helped me a lot My wig started smelling like smoke and the smell of it just smelled horrible so this helps so much I will definitely be using this video to help me with future wig washing 👍🏻♥️

  • @sodafizz2178
    @sodafizz2178 6 років тому

    This really helped me wash the pigtails to my Miku Hatsune wig and some random wig I was going to wear for a cosplay. Thanks!

  • @corrnflakes953
    @corrnflakes953 4 роки тому +2

    I just got a shigaraki wig and I’m struggling :’)

  • @britanypilgrim9169
    @britanypilgrim9169 7 років тому

    I'm so happy I found you~ ♡
    This has helped a lot! ^^

  • @jennadrake6011
    @jennadrake6011 8 років тому +5

    Cool! How do you style them? As in coordinating with your outfits? Are there some basic rules that you should never do or..?

    • @AlexaPoletti
      @AlexaPoletti  8 років тому +11

      Fashion has no rules! Do whatever you want and whatever makes ya feel confident :)

    • @savannahmay8108
      @savannahmay8108 8 років тому +1

      Well you can't use heat on wigs that can't Handel it but other than that I think that's good! :3

    • @jennadrake6011
      @jennadrake6011 8 років тому

      Alexa Poletti YIKES really late reply, but thank you so much for taking time to answer my question! :)

  • @TaraFYW
    @TaraFYW 8 років тому +1

    Thank you for addressing lace-front wigs! And I'll certainly remember the tip about using cold water. Thank you, Alexa! :)

  • @tellsingandplay
    @tellsingandplay 4 роки тому

    You’re the cutest thing alive

  • @natalieberger-creativecont2153
    @natalieberger-creativecont2153 5 років тому +1

    great video! Im trying to buy my first wig soon-- would you recommend washing it like this when we first get it?

  • @themythics9808
    @themythics9808 4 роки тому +1

    I don't have shampoo for wigs, so I was wondering how important it is to use shampoo for wigs or can I use my normal shampoo?

  • @M1N3TA
    @M1N3TA 8 років тому

    This video is really helpful ❤️ thank you alexa so much love you and your videos

  • @Vascolly
    @Vascolly 7 років тому

    Your videos are really well done, very clear and nice explanation and it's perfect how you show in the video, easy to understand even for us strangers!! Thank you!! :)
    PS: Are you italian?

  • @lustoria
    @lustoria 4 роки тому +2

    What if i colored my wig with ink?
    Will the ink come out of the wig?
    If So i dont know what to do

    • @puddle4971
      @puddle4971 4 роки тому +1

      Same I colored the roots for my Kenma wig and I really like it and don't wanna lose all that work- i don't need to wash it any time soon because I just got it but I'm scared for when the time comes

  • @fr3shlov3r
    @fr3shlov3r 2 роки тому

    I have this exact wig but darker thanks for the help

  • @gothmortuary
    @gothmortuary 3 роки тому +1

    Hello, I bough a kenma wig and the style is like a bob and the hair comes inward how could i make it straight

  • @aquaswordranger4488
    @aquaswordranger4488 7 років тому +2

    What happens if your wig has two (separate) ponytails?

  • @SelketiasBeauty
    @SelketiasBeauty 6 років тому +1

    Can you please make video how you remove the glue from the lace front wigs?

  • @Thesaudlifestyle
    @Thesaudlifestyle 8 років тому

    So helpful ❤️

  • @carlalynch5591
    @carlalynch5591 7 років тому

    Another very helpful video. Thank you so much.

  • @BeanieBeth
    @BeanieBeth 5 років тому +1

    Can I use fabric softener instead of the special shampoo?

  • @karollynbetan
    @karollynbetan 6 років тому

    If I wash a wig with a normal shampoo, it will damage the wig?
    By the way, your series are so amazing!

  • @haiironochi7710
    @haiironochi7710 5 років тому

    This really helped me with confidence to wash my first wig

  • @hushpuppy3754
    @hushpuppy3754 8 років тому

    I heard you could use laundry detergent to wash and then liquid fabric softener to help soften it and make it easier to brush? does that work too?

  • @dollbunni
    @dollbunni 7 років тому

    Thank you for all these videos! I'm a complete noob with wigs. Right now, I only have one wig ( Short with pigtails) but now I want to get more. I have to get more money though, lol.

  • @gelly4956
    @gelly4956 4 роки тому

    I adore you sm 🥺

  • @KatjaMacabre
    @KatjaMacabre 8 років тому

    super helpful, thank you lexxiiiiiii

  • @crispy2471
    @crispy2471 4 роки тому

    This was super helpful ❤️🧖🏻‍♀️🧖🏻

  • @lunaangelique4025
    @lunaangelique4025 8 років тому +1

    @alexapoletti Are you going to do a Valentine's Day makeup tutorial this year?

  • @l_mu
    @l_mu 3 роки тому +1

    does fabric softener work? i heard it helps synthetic wigs...

  • @azaleacos5610
    @azaleacos5610 8 років тому

    So I wear wigs almost daily now and I was thinking perhaps I should start cleaning them a little more frequently because city pollution smells and what not.
    Any tips for bulk wig care? Or if it's possible to put wigs in a washing machine on a really gentle cycle perhaps? X3

  • @minyoonji8699
    @minyoonji8699 8 років тому

    How to cut and style wigs? Love you Alexa

  • @HarliquinJester
    @HarliquinJester 8 років тому +2

    I have been giving out your advice and care instructions to everyone!! They have been super helpful, and as always I will be sharing this on my cosplay page!

  • @ShiroIsAnArtist
    @ShiroIsAnArtist 7 років тому +5

    Can I use normal hair shampoo?

  • @ToshiKao_Love
    @ToshiKao_Love 2 роки тому

    What do you do if you want to put conditioner in your wig? Do you just use the same method like you did for the shampoo?

  • @The_addictt
    @The_addictt 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks alot!

  • @vena4580
    @vena4580 4 роки тому

    Thank you sooooooo much!!!!! I am new at cosplaying and I don't know very much about how to handle the wig

  • @lauraleon2654
    @lauraleon2654 5 років тому +1

    If i don't have shampoo for synthetic hair can i wash my wig with another shampoo?

  • @del5997
    @del5997 8 років тому

    I have been waiting for this video!!!

  • @spoopy2834
    @spoopy2834 8 років тому

    Hey Alexa!! I love these wig care series! OuO It would be awesome if you could show us how to dye a wig. :D

  • @pidgespacechild4450
    @pidgespacechild4450 6 років тому

    I’m watching this to prepare for a wig that i might be getting. Does this tutorial work with other brands because i don’t want to ruin my wig if i go to wash it