CosmoBiz Magazine May2020 | Page 53

4. Deep Clean Your Wigs! It’s not likely your wig and hair collection is getting much use right now, which makes it the perfect time to give everything a deep clean! We’re sharing an older article about how to best wash wigs and exten- sions over on pg.54. In the meantime, when you are wearing wigs and extensions out, make sure to give them a cleaning after each wear. To help keep wear and tear down, try using a wig sanitizing and deodor- izing spray. Not only will these kill any bacteria or germs that have made their way onto your wig, but they’ll help keep your collection in great shape for longer. 5. Stock Your Bag If you are an essential worker or need to run errands, it’s more important than ever to pay attention to what you’re doing and how you’re doing it. The use of personal protective measures like fabric face masks and face coverings is critical and being careful with what you touch is also necessary. In general, it’s best to stay home if you have the option. Ordering grocer- ies online and only leaving for necessities is a great way to help flatten the curve. If you can not online shop, make sure to wear your mask and keep a six foot distance from others. When possible, wearing gloves is a significant step. However, most of us are not trained in how to prevent cross-contamination, and gloves can give us a false sense of security while putting ourselves and others at risk. There are plenty of resources online to teach you how to use gloves without risking cross-contamination. In the mean- time, it may be better to leave the gloves to those who need them most and stick to using other safety measures such as hand sanitizer and hand washing. One of our new favorites is Papa Made hand sani- tizer, as it’s made with a blend of essential oils, is a family-owned company, and isn’t putting insane markups on their product. 53