Cooking in Your Wig: How to Protect Your Crown in a Hot Kitchen
You know that moment—you open the oven or lift a steaming lid and think,
“Welp… there goes my wig.” 😅
Kitchens are sneaky. They don’t just have heat tools; they have steam, oil splatters, and dry air that can be rough on both synthetic and human hair wigs. The good news? You can absolutely cook, bake, meal prep, and host in your wig without destroying your beautiful crown.
Here are some simple, year-round tips to protect your wig in a hot kitchen:
1. Treat Steam Like a Heat Tool
Steam is basically invisible heat. And wigs—especially synthetic wigs—do not love it.
When you open the oven, stand back and let the first blast of steam escape.
Avoid leaning directly over boiling pots, kettles, rice cookers, or dishwashers when they open.
Synthetic fibers can change texture from high heat and steam, and human hair can frizz and dry out. A little distance goes a long way.
2. Style Smart Before You Start Cooking
If you’re going to be moving around a lot in the kitchen:
Clip the hair back from your face.
Try a low ponytail, loose braid, or half-up style.
Keep lengths away from open flames, burners, and splattering pans.
This protects the fibers and keeps your hair out of your food. Nobody ordered a “bangs and broccoli” combo.
3. Have a “Kitchen Wig” (Yes, Really)
If you cook a lot, it can be helpful to have:
An older wig you’re not precious about for heavy-duty cooking days.
Your newer, nicer or longer styles reserved for going out, photos, events, or when the cooking is done.
Think of it as your “everyday apron wig” and your “going-out wig.” Same beautiful you—different work uniforms.
4. Extra Care for Human Hair Wigs
Human hair wigs behave more like bio hair, but they still need respect:
Use a light, wig-safe heat protectant if you’ll be around a lot of heat.
Avoid getting too close to gas burners or very high heat.
Brush gently after you’re done and store the wig on a stand so it can cool and air out.
Just because it’s human hair doesn’t mean it’s indestructible.
5. Show Your Wig Some Love After the Kitchen
When the cooking is done:
Let the wig rest on a stand in a cool, dry spot.
Gently detangle with a wide-tooth comb or wig brush.
If it’s picked up food smells (hello onions, garlic, or fried anything), give it a proper wig wash or bring it in for a professional clean & style.
Regular care keeps your wig looking fresh, soft, and beautiful much longer.
Want Help Choosing a “Real Life” Wig for Everyday Wear?
If you’d like a wig that fits your real life—cooking, cleaning, errands, work, church, kids, grandbabies, all of it—I’m here for that.
At Wigs R You, we can help you:
Find an easy, everyday style that works in and out of the kitchen
Choose between synthetic, heat-friendly, or human hair for your lifestyle
Learn how to wash, store, and care for your wig so it lasts
👉 Call 916-784-1222, Contact Us to schedule a consultation, or stop by if you’d like to place an order or book a fitting.
We’ll make sure your crown fits your life—oven, stovetop, and everything in between. 💗
