My dear, I have explained to you many times in our conversations the proper way to measure your wig. Since your wig is curly, you need to straighten it and measure from the top of your head to the ends. If the measurements are taken correctly, you will get a wig that is 2 inches longer than the ordered length. Regarding the drying of the wig, we are factory direct and the wig is taken out of the styling oven directly to the customer, this is to ensure that the wig will not be damaged by moisture during transportation.