Wig Restoration Workshop - We Fix Wigs Academy
We Fix Wigs Academy

Wig Restoration Workshop

Learn to bring damaged, matted and dull wigs back to life. Restoration is one of the most requested services in the industry, and one of the fastest ways to start earning with a wig skill.

Level Beginner Friendly
Location Paulshof, Sandton
Kit Included, Yours to Keep
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R5 500
Hands-On, In-Person Training
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What This Training Covers

This is a hands-on course where you learn to deep clean, detangle, recondition and restyle wigs that have seen heavy wear. You'll practise on real pieces throughout the day and get one-on-one correction.

No experience needed. All you need is focus and a willingness to learn. Please note: you'll need to bring your own straightener and hairdryer, these are not included in your kit.

Format In-Person Only
Experience Beginner Friendly
Kit Included, Yours to Keep
Certification Certificate Included
Support 30 Days Post-Workshop

What You Will Learn

Core Techniques

  • Deep cleaning and residue removal
  • Detangling severely matted hair
  • Conditioning treatments for dry, damaged hair
  • Reviving and resetting curl patterns
  • Repairing loose wefts and tracks
  • Colour correction basics
  • Silk press finishing
  • Client consultation and aftercare advice

Assessing Damage

  • Identifying what can and can't be saved
  • Choosing the right products for the damage type
  • Setting realistic client expectations
  • Pricing a restoration job accurately
  • Preventing further damage during the process

Hands-On Practice

  • Watch first, then you do it yourself
  • Real-time correction and guidance throughout
  • Practise on genuinely damaged pieces
  • You leave with a fully restored wig you worked on

Why This Skill Is Worth Learning

01

Constant, Repeat Demand

Every wig wearer eventually needs restoration. It's one of the few services with guaranteed repeat business from your existing client base.

02

Fast to Learn, Fast to Earn

This is one of the quickest skills to pick up and start charging for. Many students take their first restoration client within days.

03

Low Overheads

You don't need an expensive kit to offer restoration services, just the right products and technique.

04

Builds Client Trust

A client who trusts you with their restoration will trust you with bigger jobs later, styling, colour, and eventually custom units.

How Much Restoration Work Pays

These are real prices in the South African wig market. Once you have this skill, this is what you can charge.

Type of Work
What It Is
What You Can Charge
Basic Wash & Restyle
Standard clean, condition and reset
R500 – R1 200
Deep Restoration
Matted, heavily tangled or badly worn pieces
R1 500 – R3 000
Colour Correction & Restoration
Combined colour fix and full restoration
R2 000 – R4 500

Prices reflect the South African market and vary based on hair quality, complexity, and your positioning.

Everything in Your Restoration Kit

Every student receives a restoration kit on the day. These products and tools are yours to keep so you can take on clients as soon as you get home.

Wig stand
Detangling brush and wide-tooth comb
Clarifying shampoo
Deep conditioner
Leave-in treatment
Block head (canvas wig head)
Styling clips
Sectioning tools

Please bring your own straightener and hairdryer on the day. These are not included in your kit, as most students already own their preferred tools.

Everything That Comes With Your R5 500

Full Restoration Kit All products and tools listed above, yours to take home and keep.
Complete Hands-On Training Work on real damaged pieces with guidance and correction throughout.
A Fully Restored Wig You leave with a piece you personally brought back to life.
30-Day WhatsApp Support Access to the student support group for 30 days after the workshop.
Certificate of Completion A branded We Fix Wigs certificate you can use to market your services.
Refreshments On The Day Light lunch and beverages are provided so you can stay focused.

Pay in Full or Split It

Choose the option that suits you. Whichever you pick, your balance needs to be settled before your workshop start date so your seat and kit order can be confirmed.

Option 1
R5 500
Paid in full, upfront
  • One payment secures your seat immediately
  • Simplest way to book
  • Must be received before your start date
Option 2
R2 750 x2
Two instalments
  • Split your investment into two payments
  • Both instalments due before your start date
  • Message us on WhatsApp to arrange dates

Course fees are non-refundable once paid. If your plans change, we're happy to reschedule your seat to a future available date, just message us on WhatsApp with as much notice as possible.

Three Steps to Your Seat

01

Message Us on WhatsApp

Send us a message to let us know you're interested. We'll confirm availability and send you the payment details.

02

Pay to Secure Your Spot

Your seat is only confirmed once payment (or your first instalment) is received. Seats fill up, don't wait too long.

03

Arrive and Learn

We send you the venue address and what to expect beforehand. Just arrive ready to focus. Everything else is handled.

Common Questions

Do I need any experience to attend?

No. This workshop is designed for complete beginners. If you've never restored a wig before, that's fine.

Do I need my own straightener and hairdryer?

Yes. Please bring your own for the finishing sections. Everything else is provided in your kit.

What does the price include?

R5 500 includes your full hands-on training, a restoration kit to keep, a certificate of completion, and 30 days of WhatsApp support.

Is this available online?

No. Restoration work is hands-on and needs in-person correction. Training takes place at our Paulshof, Sandton venue.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes. Pay the full amount upfront, or split it into two payments. Both instalments need to be settled before your workshop starts.

How quickly can I start earning after this?

Many students take on their first paid restoration job within days of completing the workshop.

Ready to Learn a Skill That Pays?

Message us on WhatsApp now to secure your place.

Please note: all course fees are non-refundable once paid. If your plans change, we're happy to reschedule your seat to a future available date, just message us on WhatsApp with as much notice as possible.

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