Cleaning a Hair Replacement Unit 101

When you say the word shampoo to anybody, they get the mental image of massaging shampoo into his/her hair and scalp.  That method is meant to loosen scalp flakes and stuff that a hair replacement unit does not have.  Cleaning 101 is a simple method of delivering a mild detergent to emulsify any oils, to soften and wash away any accumulated hair spray and will thoroughly clean the piece while doing no damage.  

Cold water is the key.  Cold water does not loosen human hair knots especially when it is a single hair knotting.  

Chemical cleaners do not remove hair spray.  It is meant to remove oils only.  Hair spray is water soluble.  It is meant for use by persons who shampoo their hair with water and shampoo.  

For people wearing permanent wear units, cold water may not be comfortable, but try to get as cool as possible for the units sake.  

 

1. Place the unit on a styrofoam 'block'.	2. With a large took comb, gently comb through the unit to remove any mats or tangles.
3. Holding the part side secure, allow cold tap water to soak the unit completely through.	4. Spray a liberal amount of a diluted mixture of shampoo and water onto the unit.  A very thin, watery mix does best.
5. Rinse thoroughly.  Spray shampoo mixture 3 times total, rinsing completely each time.	6. Vigorously shake the unit to remove excess water and leave on the 'block' to dry overnight.
7. The less rough handling a hair replacements unit gets, the longer it will last.  This gentle, time tested method is far superior to harsh chemical cleaners which usually don't remove hair spray.  Do not come while wet.  When finally dry, put the unit on and comb and style as usual. Final Tip! Apply Hair Conditioner directly on the unit wait for fifteen minutes , then rinse thoroughly.  This will restore the PH balance of the unit.   EXIT