Best Wig Spray and Wig Hairspray in the UK (2026)
Updated: Oct 5
The best wig spray depends on what your wig is made of. For a human hair wig, use a heat protectant before any hot styling and a light, flexible wig hairspray to finish. For a synthetic wig, use a silicone-based silk spray for shine and a wig-specific holding spray, because regular hairspray dulls synthetic fibre over time.
We have been styling wigs in our Hendon salon in North West London for 25 years. Below are the sprays we recommend for each type of wig, what to avoid, and how to use them without damaging the hair or the lace.
Best for | Our pick | Wig type |
Hold and finish | Ellen Wille Hairpower Hairspray | Human hair |
Shine and humidity control | Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray | Human hair |
Heat protection | ghd Bodyguard Heat Protect Spray | Human hair |
Heat protection on heat-friendly fibre | Jon Renau Heat Treat Thermal Spray | Human hair and heat-friendly synthetic |
Shine and frizz | A silicone-based wig silk spray | Synthetic |
Hold | A wig-specific holding spray | Synthetic |
Best Wig Hairspray for Human Hair Wigs
A human hair wig can take the same products as your own hair, but less is more. The hair on a wig gets no natural oils from a scalp, so heavy, high-alcohol sprays dry it out faster. Choose a light, flexible hold that brushes out cleanly.
Ellen Wille Hairpower Hairspray
Made by a wig brand, so it is formulated with wig hair in mind. It gives a medium hold that sets curls and volume without leaving the hair stiff, and it brushes out without flaking. A good everyday finishing spray for human hair wigs and toppers.
Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
Not a hairspray in the usual sense: it coats the hair to block humidity, so a blow-dry stays smooth in wet weather. Spray it before blow-drying. Useful in the UK climate, especially on longer human hair wigs that frizz in the rain.
Heat Protectant Sprays for Wigs
If you use straighteners, tongs or a hairdryer on your wig, a heat protectant is not optional. Damaged hair on a wig cannot grow back, so heat damage is permanent. Spray every time, before the heat goes on.
ghd Bodyguard Heat Protect Spray
Protects hair up to 230°C and leaves it smooth without weighing it down. Ideal for human hair wigs that are straightened or curled regularly.
Jon Renau Heat Treat Thermal Spray
Made by a wig brand for human hair wigs and heat-friendly synthetic wigs. It forms a light, non-sticky barrier before curling or straightening. Only use heat on a synthetic wig if its label says heat-friendly, and keep to the temperature on the label.
Best Wig Spray for Synthetic Wigs
Synthetic fibre is not hair, so it needs different products. The two sprays every synthetic wig owner should have are a silk spray and a wig holding spray. Both are made by most wig brands and sold by specialist wig shops.
Wig silk spray
A light, silicone-based spray that restores shine, smooths frizz and reduces static. Synthetic wigs lose their shine with wear and friction, especially at the ends and the back of the neck. A few sprays from 25 to 30cm away brings it back.
Wig holding spray
A hold spray formulated for synthetic fibre, so it sets a style without the oils and residue in ordinary hairspray. Use it sparingly to set fringes, flicks and volume, then brush it out before washing.
Can You Use Normal Hairspray on a Wig?
On a human hair wig, yes, in light amounts. Choose a flexible hold and wash the wig regularly so the spray does not build up.
On a synthetic wig, avoid it. Regular hairspray contains oils, alcohol and glycerin that leave a sticky residue on synthetic fibre. Over time the wig looks dull, feels stiff and tangles more easily. A wig-specific spray costs a few pounds more and protects a wig that cost a great deal more.
How to Use Wig Spray Without Damaging Your Wig
Style the wig on a wig stand or mannequin head, not on your head, so you can spray evenly and keep it off your skin.
Hold the can 25 to 30cm away and spray in light layers. Two light coats beat one heavy one.
Keep spray off the lace at the hairline. Build-up on the lace makes it stiff and more visible.
Use heat protectant before every hot styling session, and let it dry before the heat goes on.
Wash the wig regularly to remove build-up: every 7 to 14 wears for human hair, or whenever it starts to feel heavy or sticky.
What We Use in Our Salon
A popular option our stylists use in our salon is Schwarzkopf Silhouette spray. Another is Nicky Clarke's Daily extra firm hold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best wig spray for synthetic wigs?
A silicone-based silk spray for shine and frizz, plus a wig holding spray if you need hold. Both are made for synthetic fibre and brush out cleanly.
Can I use heat protectant on a synthetic wig?
Only if the wig is labelled heat-friendly, and only below the temperature on its label. Standard synthetic fibre melts under heat, protectant or not.
Will hairspray damage a lace front wig?
A light wig spray will not, but build-up on the lace makes it stiff and more visible. Keep spray off the hairline and clean the lace gently if residue builds up.
How often should I use wig spray?
Heat protectant before every hot styling session. Shine and hold sprays only as needed, in light layers, to refresh or set the style.
Why does my synthetic wig look dull?
Usually friction, wear or the wrong products, such as ordinary hairspray or heavy conditioners. A silk spray restores shine; if the ends are frizzy and rough, the fibre may be worn and need trimming.
Prefer Us to Style It?
Our Hendon salon washes, cuts and styles human hair and synthetic wigs, with a wash and blow-dry from £25. See our wig styling service, or browse our human hair wigs and synthetic wigs.
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