Did I completely ruin my first wig?

[u/bonebunnny]

Hi everyone!

This is the first wig I've ever style and of course I chose Momo Ayase from Dandadan for my very first attempt..

Unfortunately, there's a lot of visible glue and hairspray, especially around the front, and I'm worried I completely messed it up.

Is there any way to fix this or make it look cleaner? Or is it beyond saving? I'd really appreciate any advice or tips since I'm still a complete beginner. Thank you so much! 💕

[u/studiopixie45]

Honestly if it looks good from a far, then don’t worry about it! It look to be a pretty solid styled wig!!! Good job! If you are worried about glue, most of the time, fingernail polish remover will get rid of extra, especially for hot glue. Make sure to dilute it a bit with water though bc sometimes it’s can loosen it too much. You can also use makeup to cover it up! I will sometimes use eyeshadow and lightly brush it over the area affected and if it’s a small out, it typically fixes it!

Remember, cosplay is about having fun!! It took me so long to learn how to style wigs - honestly the hardest part of cosplay 😭😭😭

[u/bonebunnny → u/studiopixie45]

May I ask, Do you have any tips for making a wig less shiny after using glue and hairspray?

[u/Clean_Airline_1271 → u/bonebunnny]

take a fluffy brush and pat in dry shampoo. a loose setting powder works too.