How to Care for a HighDefLace Heat-Friendly Wig

This guide is for heat-friendly wigs with a HighDefLace front, including the Jon Renau Comfort Collection styles Sloane, Morgan and Ivy. It is based on Jon Renau's HighDefLace care card.

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Beautifully Delicate, Carefully Maintained

HighDefLace is made with finer materials that create an exceptionally soft, transparent finish. Because the lace is more delicate, it needs gentle handling and attentive care. HighDefLace is much more delicate than welded lace, so take extra care around the hairline.

How to Wash and Condition

  • Before washing, gently remove tangles using a Jon Renau Wide Tooth Comb only. Avoid pulling or tugging on the lace while detangling.
  • Wet the hair completely with cool running water.
  • Gently lather a small amount of Jon Renau Fiber Love Shampoo through the hair, keeping the hair moving in the same direction. Use gentle massaging motions. Do not scrub.
  • Support the lace with your hand while cleansing to prevent stress on it.
  • Avoid stretching, pulling or tugging on the lace.
  • Rinse thoroughly under cool running water until the water runs clear.
  • Spray with Jon Renau Fiber Love Conditioning Spray (3 to 5 pumps), keeping it away from the base.

How to Dry

  1. Choose the right stand. Place the wig on a plastic wig stand or collapsible wire wig stand that is smaller than the wig cap, to minimize tension.
  2. Protect the lace. Smooth the lace into place, keeping it flat and away from the stand's cross pieces. Do not stretch, pull or hang the wig by the lace.
  3. Let it dry naturally. Allow the wig to air dry completely. Do not blow dry.
  4. Move to a block head once completely dry. Place the dry wig on a canvas block head for styling or shaping. Never put a wet wig on a block head, because this can stretch the lace while the cap is damp.

How to Style

  • Apply 3 to 5 pumps of Jon Renau HD Smooth Detangler, focusing on the bottom half of the wig. Gently comb through with your wide tooth comb, avoiding pulling at the lace.
  • To prevent tangling of heat-friendly fiber, use only a wide tooth comb.
  • Heat-friendly fiber can withstand heat up to 350°F (176.7°C), but Jon Renau recommends styling at 270°F to 280°F (132°C to 138°C). When using a hot tool, style gently around the lace to avoid stretching it.
  • Use only professional-grade heat styling tools with digital temperature settings, such as the Jon Renau Infrared Duo Styler.

How to Store

  • Maintain the cap shape. Keep the wig on a wig stand or mannequin head that is smaller than the cap, to help it hold its shape and prevent stretching.
  • Choose a cool, dark space. Store away from direct sunlight and excessive heat to protect the lace from drying out or weakening.
  • Keep it away from heat. Avoid storing near bathrooms, styling stations, windows or other heat sources, to preserve the softness and strength of the lace.

Tips to Make Your HighDefLace Wig Last

  • Heat-friendly synthetic fiber can tangle and frizz with wear. Correct frizz early to avoid permanent damage: smooth any frizz with your flat iron before washing.
  • Regular detangling extends the life of both the fiber and the cap. Tangles left untreated need more pulling to remove, which can gradually stretch the base and the lace over time.
  • Use HD Smooth Detangler and a wide tooth comb daily to detangle, and be especially gentle around the hairline and lace.

HighDefLace Care FAQ

Can I blow dry a HighDefLace wig?

No. Jon Renau recommends letting a HighDefLace wig air dry completely on a wig stand. Once it is fully dry, you can style it with heat tools at 270°F to 280°F.

Why shouldn't I put a wet HighDefLace wig on a block head?

A damp cap stretches more easily. Placing a wet wig on a block head can stretch the delicate lace, so dry it on a smaller wig stand first.

How is HighDefLace different from a standard lace front?

HighDefLace is finer, softer and more transparent than standard welded lace, which gives a more natural hairline but also makes it more delicate. Handle it gently and avoid pulling on it.

For general heat-friendly wig care, see How to Care for Heat Friendly Wigs and Toppers. Shop Jon Renau hair care products. Need help? Book a free virtual consultation with our team.