This is my Autumn by Estetica in the pretty natural light auburn R30/28/26.
I would say she looks like new now...well better than new because when I first received her I did trim her long front pieces to create a bob that fits my face better as well.
Image 3 illustrates the “before”.
Well almost..lol. When I first started revitalizing her I didn't know if it would work. I though heh ho I don't wear her anymore anyway so what do I have to lose right? I worked on the nape and thought wow this is fun and easy and it’s working! I had to document and share this procedure with all of my Wig Cysters.
Images 4-7 are my customized Autumn by Estetica in R30/28/26 after I successfully revitalized her.
My secret weapon so to speak is the use of silicone spray. I love Envy Renu & Repair it is made specifically for wigs and has a pleasant scent.
I can not stand smells and even though this one isn't supposed to have a fragrance to me it just smells fresh and it’s very light.
In this first video I demonstrate how dry and tangly the fibers are. You can see the improvement just by using the silicone spray on a section of hair before I even use my hot air brush on it. My theory is the warmth of the air coupled with the brush helps the oil coat the fibers. I have experimented using water instead of silicone oil and using nothing at all and have gotten the best results using silicone oil.
After you have counted 15-20 seconds unwind /release the brush. See how soft and smooth the fibers are now. Your brush should unwind/release this easily. While the fibers are still warm take the curl and reform it.
Look at this perfect ringlet.
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Since I wanted extra curl after I worked on a section I formed the curl and used a duck bill clip to keep it in place until the hair was completely cooled off.
Image 13 illustrates how beautiful this wig came out. The fibers are smooth and silky and you can run your fingers through it with ease.
Estetica has wonderful monofilament features. This mono part looks beautiful.
And to think I wasn't even wearing this wig. I love it more now than when I first received her and customized her. Using the HAB I put some more curl in her especially on one side that was straighter than I’d like. The key aside from using silicone oil is to use a HAB that is made out of plastic. That way it won’t get too hot. I can touch the brush throughout this process without burning myself. Remember Autumn is a regular synthetic wig not heat friendly. I would never use a curling iron or flat iron on a non heat friendly wig.
Image 16 illustrates the back and nape of Autumn. I can run my fingers through the nape with ease now. Look at those curls..scrumptious.
This color is dynamic and beautiful. A soft ginger/ light auburn.
Hi Kathleen, I don’t know why it took me so long to get to this site. Your information is wonderful. What diameter is the hot air brush you use and do you have any favorite brands? I looked on Amazon and there are so many. Thanks!
Hi Julie I would love to see how your modern Motif comes out. Love that style. All the best -Kathleen CW
Thanks for sharing this! My Modern Motif has been needing some attention (I haven’t worn her since last winter) I am going to buy a hot air brush and try this! Thanks again!
Hi Marlys thats for your feedback. I an glad you find my articles helpful. 🙋All the best -Kathleen CW
Thanks Sharon I appreciate your feedback 🙋 All the best -Kathleen CW
Your blog posts are so great. I always learn from you, Kathleen, thank you for taking your valuable time to teach us these important care techniques!
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Marlys
This is wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing your tips.
Hi Terri..thanks! It depends. On the whole I don’t use product mainly because I don’t want product build up that will require me to wash my wig. ;-) I try to wash my wigs as infrequently as possible. For a mid length curly style I typically would give her a shake and use my fingers to get the curls in place. If it has a mono top or part I repart her. If she has permatease I take my fingers and fluff it up ( wake it up) so my wig will have some lift. I try not to comb my wigs much..if I do I use a wide tooth comb light Jon Renau has.. i like Envys Renu & Repair silicone spray if my wig seems dry or is tangling. The main thing is to have fun!….thanks for commenting. I encourage you to reach out to our CCHD they are the best and would love to answer any question you might have. 🙋 -all the best Kathleen CW
Hi Kathleen, thank you for this information. I am new to wigs and have much to learn. As I peruse wig styles for purchase, I often come across a review you have written along with your photo. I always admire the way you style the wavy wigs much like the one in this post. I have an order coming any day from Cysterwigs and would like to style them in a similar manner. Can you tell me how you go about styling your wigs once you take them out of the box? Do you use any products? Thank you in advance for your reply.
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Hi folks Kathleen here. Its happens to all of us...we receive a wig fall in love with it and then realize its crazy huge on us. You've worn it cut the tags off and fussed with it...no returning it now! ?I LOVE my Aubrey by Tony Of Beverly. The color Tangelo is downright magical in my eyes. A light ginger red with subtle highlights...so pretty. About the happiest color I've ever worn. Aubrey is such an adorable long pixie but big!...I could bring it down over my eyes but then I couldn't see to take the above photo..lol
Ok so I decided to alter the cap. She's a basic cap so no monofilament features to complicate the alteration. This is where the internet and youtube are invaluable...I scoured both looking for easy ways to make this cap smaller.
Kathleen Ryan
December 03, 2019
Hi Lydia thanks for the compliment…..my HAB is a 1” …barrel size and brands are personal preference though…..the main thing for these results is using Envy Renu & Repair or Simply Stylin on each section of hair you work on. Tha5 will leave your wig silky soft. ☺️- best -Kathleen CW