Kanekalon Braided Wigs

Kanekalon is the synthetic fibre most braiders use for box braids, twists and cornrows. A Kanekalon braided wig is that same fibre, braided by hand onto a lace cap, so you get a full braided style you can put on in minutes and take off at night.

What you will find here

Every wig on this page names Kanekalon fibre in its listing. Styles include cornrow braids, Double Dutch braids, four-braid box braids, center-part box braids, micro twists, million twists and twisted bobs. Lengths run from 14-inch bobs to 36-inch styles, in natural black, ombre, burgundy, blonde, red and grey.

Why Kanekalon

  • Looks like braiding hair: it has the light matte texture of freshly braided extensions, not the shine of cheaper plastic fibres.
  • Holds its shape: braids and twists keep their pattern after washing.
  • Lighter than human hair braids: a long braided style weighs less, which matters on 30 to 36 inch wigs.

Kanekalon wig vs installed braids

Installed braids take hours in a salon and stay in for weeks. A Kanekalon braided wig gives a similar look with no tension on your edges, and you can change styles as often as you like.

Care

  • Keep it on a wig stand between wears.
  • Wash rarely, in cool water with a mild shampoo, and air dry.
  • Only use heat where the product page says the fibre is heat resistant, and keep it low.
  • Trim frizzy ends with small scissors, or seal them with hot water if the listing allows it.

Frequently asked questions

Is Kanekalon real hair?

No. Kanekalon is a synthetic fibre made to look and feel like braiding hair. For a human hair look, see our human hair wigs.

Can I dip a Kanekalon wig in hot water?

Many Kanekalon fibres can be set with hot water to seal ends or add curl. Check the product listing first, since heat limits differ between fibres.

Also see knotless braided wigs, box braided wigs and cornrow braided wigs.