How Do You Take Your Wigs Traveling?

Without a doubt, everyone tries to bring their favorite clothing and accessories when they travel.  Even while choosing what to bring and how to pack it can be rather difficult, we manage to pack, properly arrange, and obtain the majority of them.

We would also like you to mention your wig collection.

If you've always wanted to travel with a wig but are unsure about whether you can bring one and how you'll manage to do so, don't.  It's because you are able to.  At your destination, it can be difficult to part with a wig you've planned or want to wear.

So, this article will provide answers to some burning questions relating to how to travel with a wig, whether you want to pack a synthetic wig or human hair wig. You'll get to pack your favorite wig with you for your travels, and do it right.

How Do You Travel With A Wig?

Traveling with a wig is easy. However, you can only travel safely and unpack a nice in-shape wig if you pack it properly. This means you need to be thorough with your packing. You don't want it squished and tangled by the time you reach your destination.

So, how do you pack your wig?

Step 1: First, carefully turn your wig inside out and wrap the tresses inside the wig top (that's if it's a long wig). Or you can stuff the wig cap area with tissue paper if you don't want to turn it inside out. Both ways can help you preserve the shape of the wig.

Step 2: Now, use a hair net to keep everything in place. Make sure you wrap it around every part of the wig with no hair sticking out.

Step 3: Then, place it in a Ziploc bag once it's in the hair net. You can use a silk bag instead of a plastic bag if you have one.

Step 4: Once it's safe in the silk bag or the zippable plastic bag, you can include it in your luggage.

By following these four steps, you will keep your wig safe from zippers, and buttons that can cause damage to it.

Likewise, there are other ways you can keep and travel with your wig safely.

You could put it in a wig box. However, that can take a lot of space in your suitcase.

Or, if you've styled your wig, you could place it on a wig stand or mannequin head before putting it in your luggage.

Wig Care Products and Tools You Should Bring Along When Traveling

Do not assume you won’t need the necessities for caring for and styling your wig while on your trip. Unless you're returning the same day, pack up these essentials below. They'll keep your wig looking fresh, healthy, and beautiful like it should.

1. Wig Adhesive (optional)

A lace front wig will need a wig adhesive to give it a natural look. So that makes it the first necessity to pack if you will be styling a lace front wig for your vacation.

Wig adhesives are usually in small bottles. You can easily fit one into your hair essential bag for your trip. Choose best wig glue for your needs.

If you plan to travel with a glueless wig, you can skip this one.

2. A Wide-tooth comb

Taking along a wide tooth comb for your wig is like taking a toothbrush for your teeth. It's important and shouldn't be skipped, especially if your wig is straight.

You can pack other wig brushes along as well. They won't damage your wig but help it to stay tangle-free.

Use them to brush your wig and natural hair immediately after you remove your wig from your head for upkeep.

3. Curling Iron or Straightener (optional)

Pack a curling iron or straightener to style your wig during your trip. Whichever one will make your hair easy to style and look gorgeous for your outings. You can go for a mini straightener if your trip is short.

But if you bring several pre-styled wigs, you may not need these. 

4. Wig Stand

A wig stand will help you maintain your hair while on vacation. So, once you arrive and unpack, make sure you do the same for your wig.

Remove it from the bag and gently place it on a wig stand. You can also leave it in the bag. But, it'll be better to use a wig stand for longer trips.

You can consider getting a portable wig stand mainly for your travels. That way, it's easy to carry along with no issue.

5. Wig Shampoo and Conditioner

Away on a long trip with no wig shampoo and conditioner will put your wig in a bad state. You want to make sure to pack your wig's shampoo and conditioner. That’s in case you need some.

While you may be considering using the shampoo and conditioner provided by your hotel, it's a terrible idea. Regular formulated shampoos and conditioners are not for wigs. They can damage them.

It's better to pack yours.

You can pour a little bit of your products into small bottles so you don't bring large containers on your trip. Portable containers are easy to pack and dispose of once you're done with them.

6. Other Wig Essentials

There's a need to pack more hair nets in case one breaks.

• Remember that a hair net can maintain your wig for a long time. So, do well to pack generously.
• Hair clips, a wig grip headband, tape, and fashionable headbands are other essentials you'll need.
• Clips can assist you in holding your hair in place when styling. Your fashionable headbands can match your outfits for some occasions. And on days you'd like to participate in a physical activity, these headbands will come in handy.
• Satin cap and elastic band can secure your wig while sleeping, so consider to taking them if you plan to sleep in your wig.

Think of other hair essentials you may need on your trip and pack them. You might probably need more. It all depends on how long your trip is.