its luster. your lace wig may also become stiff and hard to style. curly human hair lace wigs should be washed before this happens. always check the washing instructions for your particular full lace wig or lace front wig. the general rule for all lace wigs is that they should be washed very gently in a shallow basin filled with warm water and wig shampoo. simply swish your wig in the water without rubbing. take it out and lay it on towels to try. you can pat the excess water off your lace wig, but do not rub your lace wig; because this may cause it to lose its curls 