If you’ve ever bought a premium wig from Trendco, Jon Renau, Valentine Wigs, Fair Fashion, Dimples or any other high-end brand… you already know the price tag isn’t light.
£800… £1,200… sometimes £2,000+.
And for most wig wearers, these pieces aren’t an accessory.
They’re confidence and identity.
But here’s the part no one talks about:
Premium wigs don’t stay premium without proper care.
Even the best brands will thin, shed, lose shape or develop tiny lace holes over time, especially with regular wear.
That’s exactly why wig repair and restoration exist - to protect the investment and extend the life of your favourite pieces.
At REVAMP, we restore hundreds of wigs every year, and the same issues show up again and again. This post breaks down why premium wigs eventually struggle, what repair options exist, and how to keep yours looking new for years to come.
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Why Premium Wigs Need Repair & Restoration Over Time
Most luxury wigs are made with beautiful human hair - but the construction is delicate.
They’re made to look natural, not to withstand years of friction, glue use, heat and daily wear.
So eventually, you’ll see:
→ Balding along the parting or temples
→ Thinning at the crown
→ Hairline density changes
→ Shedding caused by water pressure or glue removal
→ Loss of shape and dryness
→ Holes or tears in the lace
None of this means your wig is “finished.” It just means it needs maintenance - the same way natural hair does.
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Restore vs Replace (The Cost Difference Is Wild)
Replacing a premium wig: £800-£2,000+
Restoring a premium wig: £40-£200
Most luxury wigs can last 3-5 years with proper care.
But without it? A lot less
You can extend the life of a £1,200 wig for another 1-3 years for less than 10% of the replacement cost.
This is why most premium wig wearers repair, not replace.
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The Most Common Issues We Fix (Across Premium Brands)
Balding around the parting → lace ventilation
Thinning along the hairline → lace ventilation
Dry, stiff hair → deep conditioning
Loss of shape → restyling
Small holes or tears → lace repair
Over-plucked hairline → lace ventilation
A lot of clients think their wig is “finished”… It’s usually just in need of a revamp.
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When to Book a Wig Repair or Restoration
Look out for:
→ Sudden shedding
→ Curl pattern not holding
→ Ends feeling rough
→ Balding patches
→ Wig is not sitting flat anymore
→ Parting looking sparse
If it’s a £1k+ wig, do not wait; the earlier you restore it, the cheaper it is.
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The Bottom Line
If you’ve invested in a Trendco, Jon Renau, Valentine Wigs, or any other premium human hair wig, it deserves proper upkeep. And with the right repair and restoration routine, these wigs can last years longer than people expect.
And if you’re not sure where to start, book a free REVAMP Wig MOT.
Send us pictures, and we’ll tell you exactly what your wig needs (and what it doesn’t).
Your wig was expensive; its upkeep shouldn’t be.
