Cosplay Tutorial

FAQ Monday – Can I change the color of a wig?

January 16, 2012

Yes you can! There are various methods available for changing a synthetic wig’s color such as:

• Sharpie Dye
  http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=152637
  http://lt3cosplay.livejournal.com/6704.html
  http://firelilycosplay.deviantart.com/art/Sharpie-Wig-Dyeing-Tutorial-156134465
  http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/how_to_dye_a_synthetic_wig
  http://www.pixiekitty.net/tutorialwigcoloring.htm
  http://www.cosplay.com/showpost.php?p=1405231&postcount=2

• Acrylic Ink
  http://tothewigshop.blogspot.com/2007/10/wig-dying-for-dummies.html

• RIT Dye
  http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=205662

• FW Ink
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQnwVLXUvjA
  http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=57484

• Acrylic Paint
  http://www.wikihow.com/Dye-a-Wig-Using-Acrylic-Paint

• Copic Marker
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrOx84MzsH8

• Wig Dye Kits
  These can be found online or at wig stores, and can also be used to change the color of wigs. For a rough pricing estimate, Karie Blair sells her 4oz kits at $16
  
  

Remember: Synthetic wigs can only go a darker color, not lighter. This is because the color is in the plastic and can’t be removed. For example, wigs that are a dark blue cannot become a light blue because you can only add more color on top. For lighter wig colors start with a white base, for darker colors blonde can help with giving you a slightly darker result.

Please note that wig dyeing can be very messy, especially the sharpie and spraybottle method. It is best to do this outside or have a drop cloth to avoid getting the dye everywhere.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQnwVLXUvjA
http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=57484

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