How To Properly Install Lace Front Wig

Posted by Aimee on December 3rd, 2020

A lace front wig is a special type of wig, which is equipped in the forehead area with a transparent hand-knotted fitting approach, which is usually attached with special adhesive tapes or glue. The hairline looks as if it has grown out of the scalp. How to successfully wear lace front on your head to create flawless hairstyles? With this article, you will find out all you need to know about installing a lace front wig properly.

Cutting The Lace Edges

Many first-time lace wig wearers do not cut the lace edges. Usually, due to fear of overdoing it and ruining the human hair wigs.

Never cut too much of lace off at first. Always cut smaller portions of the lace instead. Slowly trimming your way down to the perfect aide for your hairline.

Use long fluid scissors to cut the lace edges around the front and sides. Avoid using scissors.

Test Your Wig Adhesive Before Applying

The chemicals that are in wig glues and adhesives may not suit all skin types. Before fully gluing a lace wig to your skin, test the product on your skin first.

Apply a small drop of wig glue or adhesive to your forearm. Let it sit for a few hours or even overnight. If there are no allergic reactions after two days, then the glue is safe for your skin.

For an easy solution that is waterproof and sweat-resistant, go with a relentless bond waterproof adhesive.

Wrap Your Natural Hair Properly

In order for your lace wig to sit flawlessly, you need to wrap the foundation properly. If not, your short bob lace wig will end up puffy as opposed to natural flowing.

Braiding your natural hair is an ideal choice for those with longer hair. however, do not braid your hair too tight. This will lead to thinning hair and scalp problems.

Select the Proper Hair Density

Wig Density refers to the thickness of the hair on a curly lace front wig. Always go for a wig with a density that matches naturally to you specifically.

Do Not Ignore Your Natural Hair Hygiene

Wearing a lace wig on top of wet or damp hair will cause bacteria and fungus to grow. This will cause irritation to your scalp as well as cause an odor.

For those who sweat often, make sure to shampoo your hair more frequently. Also, allow your natural hair to dry thoroughly before putting a lace front wig on.

Wash & Comb Your Wig Properly

Always take extreme care when combing your lace part wig. Comb from the tip to the root.

• Always use a wide-tooth comb or a wig brush.
• Never comb a wig when it is wet.
• When styling your lace wig, be very cautious of the knots so to not pull on them.
• Do Not use extremely hot water to wash your wig. This will lead to shedding.
• Avoid excessive heat from the blow dryer. This will damage the wig hair. always use a low heat setting when blow-drying your lace wig.

How Long Could a Lace Wig Installation Last?

In general, the maximum time that a lace wig can last after being properly installed depends on the type of adhesive used: the short-term adhesive is effective for about 1 week. Some adhesives can keep your lace wig on your head for several weeks, but we recommend that you wear the lace wig for a maximum of 6 weeks.