to lyn and others wearing wigs...

I had nine (YES!! NINE!!) wigs when I was hair-free, and I know a thing or two about how to care for them to make them last:

1. HEAT is a killer. ONLY wash in cold water.
2. ONLY brush with a plastic, wide-spaced brush or comb. No natural bristles.
3. Keep them on a wig stand, covered with a bandana - dust is bad too.

Good luck and have fun with them...I know I did, although I have trouble remembering that.