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HAIR & WIGS
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Hair FAQs
- About Hair Extensions -
1. How to Choose Hair Extensions
2. Add Hair Extensions
3. Put Extensions in Your Hair
3-1. Glue in Hair Extensions
3-2. Sew in Hair Extensions
3-3. Clip in Hair Extensions
4. Glue Hair Extensions to a Wig Cap
5. Install and Remove Glue in Extensions
6. Needle Weaving
7. Sew Hair Extensions to a Clip
8. Remove Bonded Hair Extensions
9. Get Extension Glue Out of Hair
10. Remove a Weave (sew-in)
11. How to Do a Quick Weave
12. Remove a Quick Weave
13. Maintain Hair Extensions
14. Make Hair Tracks From Extensions
15. Make Sew-In Hair Extensions Last Longer
16. How to Apply Temporary Hair Extensions
17. Make Hair Extensions for Bangs
18. Put in Hair Weave Tracks
19. Trim Hair Extensions
20. Wash Hair Extensions
- About Wig -
1. Care for a Wig
2. Care for Hair Under a Wig
3. Wash a Wig
- About Lace Front Wig -
1. Why is Lace Front Wig Popular?
2. Why is it expensive?
3. How to attach the lace
4. Positives and negatives of glue or tape
5. How to pick proper tape and glue
6. How to wash Lace front wig
1. How to Choose Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are a very popular accessory worn by celebrities and the everyday woman. Wearing hair extensions has become as common as putting on jewelry or wearing makeup. To achieve different looks, women choose different textures and lengths of hair that complement their facial features and moods. Read on to learn how to choose hair extensions.
Step1: Determine what hair style that you want to wear. For a curly style, you would choose textured hair.
Step2: Determine your budget. The cost for hair extensions varies greatly depending on quality, availability and textures. Deciding your budget well ahead of time helps to avoid any cost surprises and unnecessary expense.
Step3: Match the hair extension color as close to your natural hair as possible. This makes the weave hair extension appear to be natural and not look like a "wig." For a complimentary color in your hair, choose a streaked or highlighted extension. Apply the color extension highlights subtly to keep the natural look.
Step4: Shop for quality hair extensions at WWW.BEAUTYSHOPPERS.COM. Don't purchase hair extensions from suppliers who "happen" to sell hair. The quality won't be the same.
Step5: Treat hair extensions just as you would treat natural hair. Take great care to shampoo and gently comb the hair extensions in between uses.
2. Add Hair Extensions
Step1: Hair extensions come in a long train of hair connected at the top by a seam, often called 'tracks'. You will need to hold up a section of this to your head so you can cut off an amount according to the length of your head.
Step2: Part a section in the middle of the back of your head and clip your hair up.
Step3: Take the bonding glue and apply it to the 'seam' of the weave with the end of the comb making a straight line. Be careful not to have the glue running.
Step4: Push the extension directly on your SCALP! Do not glue to your above hair or it will pull your hair out when the times comes to remove the extensions.
Step5: Push down firmly all around head and take out a blow dryer and blow it on high on the extension for 45 seconds from side to side.
Step6: Repeat steps 1-5 directly on top of first section of your extensions if you want to make the extensions thicker or layer them. Or you can put in extra layers in between layers of your own hair.
3. Put Extensions in Your Hair
Hair Extensions can be made of human hair or artificial hair. They are glued, sewn or clipped into one's real hair in order to add length to short hair, or volume to fine hair. Hair extensions come in all colors, and are a quick way to change one's hairstyle on a whim. Human hair extensions can be washed, dyed, cut and curled just like natural hair.
3-1. Glue in Hair Extensions
Step1: Section your hair to reveal the roots, and clip the hair in place. Make sure to leave enough hair at the crown of your head so that your natural hair falls over the extension tracks and covers them.
Step2: Cut the extensions into five-inch long strips for easier use. Hair extensions come in very long "tracks" that are much easier to use when cut into smaller sections.
Step3: Apply bonding glue directly onto the weft of the hair extension.
Step4: Press the weft as close to the root of your hair as possible and hold for about 30 seconds.
Step5: Continue Steps 3 and 4 until you have achieved your desired results.
3-2. Sew in Hair Extensions
Step1: Cut the extensions the same as in Step 2 of the glue-in extensions.
Step2: Make a thin French braid near the root of your hair.
Step3: Sew in the hair extensions at the weft into your braid using a weave needle.
Step4: Continue until all of the hair extensions you want to use have been sewn in.
3-3. Clip in Hair Extensions
Step1: Follow Steps 1 and 2 of the glue-in hair extensions.
Step2: Open the clip at the weft of your clip-in extensions.
Step3: Insert it into your hair at the root, and click it closed. Make sure you gather the right amount of hair into the clip so that the extensions stay in snugly.
Step4: Secure with bobby pins if necessary.
4. Glue Hair Extensions to a Wig Cap
For a beautiful head of hair, add hair extensions, but not to your own head. Glue the extensions onto a wig cap. Your natural hair will be exposed less to heat, styling and the elements, giving you a healthier head of hair.
Step1: Wash your hair. Before you begin the process, start with clean hair. Wash your hair with your favorite shampoo, rinsing thoroughly to remove all traces of shampoo. Because you are not gluing extensions onto your hair, you can use a leave-in conditioner.
Step2: Protect your hair. Do a hard wrap by applying a wrapping lotion and combing your hair around your head until it is tightly wrapped. Mold your hair into place by sitting under a dryer until your hair is completely dry. Or braid your hair, if you like; this also reduces wear and tear on your natural hair while you are wearing a wig cap.
Step3: Put on the wig cap. Pull the wig cap onto your head, and adjust it to your personal level of comfort. If the wig cap is too tight, pick another cap; a tight cap will give you a headache. If the cap is too loose, the weight of the extensions may cause the cap to shift.
Step4: Glue on the extensions. Starting at the nape of your neck, measure and cut an extension piece to fit that area. Add glue onto the weft and hold it down firmly in place. Using a hair dryer on a low setting, heat the glued extension area to help with the bonding process. Work your way up your head, using the same steps until the cap is covered.
Step5: Style your hair. Once you have finished gluing extensions over the whole cap, you can comb, curl or style the hair into your desired style.
5. Install and Remove Glue in Extensions
Step1: Buy the extensions at the desired length. Make sure your hair is clean. Start from the bottom in the back. Clip up all the extra hair.
Step2: Make sure there's a clean straight line where your hair is up. Cut your extension to fit the length of that line.
Apply just enough glue to the strip of extension, Not Too Much or it will matte your hair. Then apply it directly on the top of the hair on that line. Then work your way up and around. You may need to cut some places to make it all match up.
Step3: To get all that glue out without ripping your hair out. Buy extension glue remover. Use a lot of it, work the glue and glue remover between your fingers for a while and gently comb the glue out starting from the bottom working your way up. It may take a while but it's better than jerking your hair out.
6. Needle Weaving
Needle weaving can add texture and color to a piece of even-weave cotton or linen fabric. Needle weaving, like tapestry, produces interesting intricate designs in fabric.
A needle weaver removes bands of thread from the fabric and reworks what remains into beautiful geometric designs.
Step1: Mark the top and bottom border of the area of fabric you're working. Sew large stitches between two horizontal threads, top and bottom. This marks the area where you must remove the horizontal threads in the linen and leave the vertical threads intact.
Step2: Cut the horizontal threads of linen in the center of your needle weaving work area, or panel. Unweave the cut horizontal threads in both directions to the end of the panel. Darn them back into the linen about ½ inch, and trim off what remains. This gives your work a nice, finished edge.
Step3: Start with the first group of three vertical, or warp, threads on the wrong side of the prepared fabric. Hold the end of the thread on your needle with the first group of warp threads, and wrap the thread around the whole group. Start at the bottom and continue wrapping the thread tightly around the warp threads to create a round bar. Continue wrapping all the way to the top.
Step4: Wrap the thread around the next group of three warp threads, working downward to make another round bar. Continue wrapping in this manner until you reach the end of the panel. You've just finished a panel of basic needle weaving stitches.
7. Sew Hair Extensions to a Clip
Hair extensions can quickly change your hair length, texture or tone. But it can be expensive to purchase hair extensions attached to clips and have them put in professionally. You can do it yourself without damaging your hair and save a lot of money. You can look glamorous any time of the day by clipping in hair extensions.
Step1: Measure the extension to fit your head from ear to ear above the ears. Cut the extension a quarter of an inch shorter than the measurement. This ensures that once you put the clips on the extension will not be too long. Continue to measure and cut the extension to the nape evenly spaced.
Step2: Place the clips on the weft of the hair extension with prongs facing outward. Sew the right end of the hair extension through the hole of the clip through the thick weft of the extension until sewn through all the holes of the clip. Keep the edge of the clip flush with extension and tight. Sew the left end of the hair extension to another clip through the holes and thick weft.
Step3: Sew two clips to each hair extension you want to use.
Step4: Part your hair where you made your lowest measurements. Open the clips and gently slide the clip into the hair. Push the clip on the edges into the scalp to lock closed. Continue to part the hair and place the extensions into the hair. You can make bangs as well by using a short-width extension with one or two clips.
Step5: Comb and style your hair as desired making sure the clips and wefts are covered.
8. Remove Bonded Hair Extensions
Needing extra fullness and volume in your hair usually leads to quick fixes, namely getting extensions. If you only needed them for a special occasion, your hair was likely bonded in using weave glue. But how do you remove the extensions without harming your hair? Follow these tips to learn how to remove bonded hair weaves.
Step1: Pinpoint all of the tracks in your hair and separate them from the rest of the hair using a clip.
Step2: Using your finger to find the exact track, spray a very generous portion of oil sheen directly on the track, starting with the edge of the track first.
Step3: Check to see if the edge of the track is coming loose by gripping at the top with your index finger and thumb. The track will move if it is loosening.
Step4: Apply hair grease to the exposed natural hair. Take the edge of the track with your right hand and put your left hand on your natural hair under the extension. Begin to pull the track away from the hair by lifting up instead of sliding down.
Step5: Apply oil sheen to any spot that causes resistance. If you feel glue in the tough places, massage the glue piece with the grease, which should be used for tighter places only. Continue to move your hand along as the track distances itself from the hair.
Step6: Remove any excess bonding glue on the hair once the track is removed. This can also be done by using sheen and grease. Any other bonding-removing hair product will also do the trick.
Step7: Shampoo the hair using cold water only, as warm water will allow the glue to re-melt and bond itself again. After you’ve shampooed and conditioned, use cold air from a hairdryer with a comb extension to remove any other stray pieces.
9. Get Extension Glue Out of Hair
Hair Extensions are beautiful but can be a pain to remove. The best and most effective techniques are easily available to anyone.
Step1: These steps will help people who have hair extension glue stuck to their hair and scalp.
The first step to removing the glue is to stay calm and be patient.
Glue is stubborn and the more you strain the more difficult it will be to remove.
Step2: There are a number of different solvents that can be used to assist in removing the glue. We recommend bonding glue remover. It comes in a 1 oz white bottle. This should be left on the scalp for at least an hour before being brushed out with a fine tooth comb. Baby oil is a good alternative but you may need more patience. Nail polish remover works well, too. But only use a small amount at a time as it is harsh on hair.
Step3: Once the solvents have been on the hair for several minutes begin teasing the glue out with a fine tooth comb. Then shampoo and condition, repeating the process with the comb until the glue has been safely removed.
If you have followed these steps then the glue should be removed from your hair.
10. Remove a Weave (sew-in)
How to properly remove a weave without cutting or damaging your hair
Step1: Make Sure Your Tracks Are Ready To Come Out. See If your braid is lifted from your scalp. If not it's possible that you will cut a portion of your own hair and usually a sew-in can stay 4-6 weeks with proper maintenance.
Step2: Pull your weave up into a ponytail at the top of your hair. If you have a short style, put clips around head. Take last track in the back and release from pony tail. This is the back of your hair some people can just feel the different between thread and their own hair. Place a mirror behind you so you can see the track cut one piece of the thread.
Step3: Start from where you cut the thread and lift remaining thread with your fingers. Repeat with rest of weave. You may have to make extra cuts but if you find where the knot is which is usually at either end and cut there then you can easily remove the weave.
11. How to Do a Quick Weave
Step1: First wash and condition your hair. Soak your hair with setting lotion put your hair in a ponytail in the back and put it in a bun. Or style your hair with the setting lotion so it can be as flat as possible
Step2: Start from the back. Take weave and measure track from ear to ear in the back of your head. Cut track and glue. Do same from ear to ear in the front of your hair. This will give you your start.
Step3: Follow the circle patter with the weave and glue. Cut smaller pieces to place in right spot. Once you become familiar with this technique you can follow your head with the whole track applying glue.
Step4: Once you get to the top of the circle you will need to make a closure piece. For some weave, closure pieces are included but some are not. Take 2 inch piece of track apply glue. Roll hair up with glue and let dry. Hold track upside down and spread weave-apart glue.
12. Remove a Quick Weave
Now you know how to do a quick weave. It is important to know how to take it out correctly. A lot of hair damage is caused be quickly taking out extensions incorrectly. This how-to will take you step by step to take out a quick weave with little to no hair damage!
Step1: Pull hair into ponytail, leaving first track at the back of the neck loose.
Step2: Apply conditioner or hair bonding glue remover across the track.
Step3: Let it sit for one minute.
Step4: Slowly remove hair track from hair.
Step5: Add conditioner or glue remover as needed.
Step6: Continue throughout the rest of the head.
Step7: After all pieces have been removed, cover entire head with conditioner.
Step8: Remove ponytail holder
Step9: Using a wide toothed comb, beginning at the nape of the neck, detangle hair.
Step10: Continue throughout the rest of the hair.
Step11: Take small toothed comb and remove steps to detangle hair.
Step12: Continue combing until all hair is removed.
Step13: Shampoo and condition hair normally.
Step14: Style as desired.
13. Maintain Hair Extensions
One of the main reasons that people end up having problems with hair extensions that fall out and damage their natural hair, is that the extensions are not well maintained. Well cared for hair extensions will last a lot longer (up to six months) and will be easier on both hair and scalp.
Step1: Follow your hair stylists’ instructions and use the recommended products. When you first have your hair extensions put in, your hair stylist will give you a series of instructions on how best to care for your hair. They will also recommend products created specifically for that type of hair extension. Using the right products for your hair extensions is one of the best ways to maintain them.
Step2: Treat wet hair carefully. Never sleep on wet hair, as it can damage your extensions by breaking them. Do not leave hair in a wet towel or ponytail for more than a few minutes, as it can prevent the hair from drying, making the bonds soften. Always use mild conditioners and shampoos on your hair, and make sure not to apply conditioner to the attachment points, as this too will cause the bonds to soften and fall off.
Step3: Don’t let your extensions get tangled. If your extensions get tangled in your natural hair, this can cause you to lose your extensions. Remember to brush your hair at least twice a day to prevent tangles. Brush and braid your hair before you go to bed. While brushing, be sure to be gentle as possible.
Step4: Use heated styling tools carefully. You may be able to use heated appliances on your hair extensions, however, you should check with your stylist first. If your extensions are made from a low quality synthetic, then it is unwise to blow dry or use heated styling tools. If you have high quality synthetic hair, or are using human hair, you should be able to treat them in much the same way as your natural hair. However, keep heated styling tools away from the bond attachments.
Step5: If you want to re-style or dye your hair, always go to your hair extensions stylist. Never dye your extensions or use chemical processes-like perms-at home. At home, chemical processes run the risk of damaging the hair extensions. Let your hair extension specialist handle any dye jobs.
14. Make Hair Tracks From Extensions
Hair extensions give you extra length and volume, but it's a costly process to maintain. Creating your own tracks from hair extensions allows you to add length and volume at your discretion. Clip-in extensions do not damage the hair the way sewn or glued extensions do. Create hair tracks from extensions to change your style without spending a bundle.
Step1: Decide how many tracks you want to create. Most hair tracks are between 4 to 8 inches long. To add volume, you can take a standard row of extensions and fold it. This allows you to get more volume per track. Most sections will need at least two tracks, so if you'd like to do the crown, back and sides of your hair, take this into account.
Step2: Fold the weft (which is the bundle of hair) of hair over in half. Align the ends so they are straight. Be sure your hair clip’s teeth are facing up. Take one clip and place it at either end of the weft.
Step3: Thread your needle and create a knot. The hair clip will have holes along the top and bottom of it. Starting at one end, pull the needle through the hole, following with the thread until you reach the end. The knot will stop it from going any further. Pull tight so the attachment is secure and repeat this 3 to 4 times for a very secure track.
Step4: Repeat steps 3 and 4 on the other pieces of hair. Remember you'll need to attach a hair clip at either end of the weft, so the extension can grab your hair appropriately and rest secure on your head on both ends.
Step5: Apply the tracks. Section your hair to apply the hair tracks. Be sure there is some natural hair leftover to fall over the track, thus making it blend into the hair evenly.
15. Make Sew-In Hair Extensions Last Longer
Do you want to know how to make your sew-in hair extensions last longer? Perhaps you are wearing DIY extensions or maybe you paid someone else to sew in your hair. Either way, you'll want to protect your time and money investment by learning how to make them last longer. These simple steps will save you time and money so you can look great between salon appointments. The key is to cover the new growth in the front of the hair that leaves a gap between the sewn hair and your natural hair by adding one more braid and sewn track. This will buy you another four to six weeks of wearing your sew-in extensions.
Step1: Comb down the front portion of the hair that was left out and has not been sewn. Tie the rest of hair back with the hair clip so it stays out of the way. Depending on how fast your hair grows and how long you've been wearing your sew-in extensions, there will be an inch or two of space between the sewn hair and the natural hair in front.
Step2: Make a horizontal part in the back of the front portion of hair that isn't sewn. It should be 1/2 inch from the part that separates the sewn hair from the un-sewn hair.
Step3: Starting on either the left or right side of the parted hair, start braiding in a cornrow fashion to make a braid that's flat against the head. Braid all the way to the end of hair.
Step4: Thread the hair weaving needle with about 12 inches of thread and tie the ends with a double knot. Cut off the thread on the end past the knot so it doesn't show after it's sewn in.
Step5: Take the end of the braid and lay it down alongside itself so the part that's not attached to the head can be sewn to the rest of the cornrow. Use the needle and thread to sew the braid to itself using a looping stitch. Do this by running the needle under each row of braids and pull through the other side. Repeat this process until you reach the entire length of the loose braid has been sewn to itself.
Step6: Cut the end of the thread about three inches away from the scalp. Tie down the two loose strings in a double knot and cut off any slack. Now you're ready to attach one weft onto the braid that will cover the new growth.
Step7: Thread the needle again with 18 inches of thread. Lay the weft along the braid to measure and cut the end to fit. Place the needle through the middle of the thickest part of the weft between the two ridges. Using the same looping stitch, sew the weft onto the entire length of the braid. Cut off the end of the thread, tie it down, and snip off any thread that sticks out.
Step8: Comb back the front portion of the hair over the new weft to blend. Let down the back of the hair and style as usual. The new weft will have covered the new growth so the extensions will last longer.
16. How to Apply Temporary Hair Extensions
Temporary, glue-in hair extensions are a relatively easy way to experience longer, thicker hair. They will last up to six weeks with proper care and maintenance and can be replaced easily. Change your look as often as you like with hair extensions that can be applied with bonding glue.
Step1: Horizontal parting of hair. Clip all of your hair high on your head. Starting about one inch above the nape, use the pick to make a straight and horizontal line in hair from one end to the other.
Step2: From one end of the extension track, measure the amount of hair needed to cross the back of the scalp. Cut a piece of the track a little smaller than this length, as you do not want ends of extensions flipping up beyond your natural hair.
Step3: Make a line of bonding glue along the weft of the piece of extension hair you have just cut. Wait 30 seconds before applying so that glue will not drip.
Step4: Press and hold track with glue at the base of your natural hair that you have horizontally parted. Be sure to press along every part of the track to avoid air bubbles or loose spots. Try to avoid getting bonding glue on other parts of the hair, as this causes sticky tangles and may have to be cut out.
17. Make Hair Extensions for Bangs
Step1: Using a comb and a mirror to see what you are doing. Make a horizontal part in the middle of your bangs, making sure you have enough hair that can cover the root of the extensions and where you will glue the extensions to
Step2: Get a weft of hair, making sure that the width is not longer than the width of your natural hair.
Step3: Apply glue to the weft and stick it as close to the root as possible.
NOTE: you may need more than one weft so that it looks full. If you are okay with how full or scanty it looks, hold it down for at least 4 seconds.
Step4: Now, using a scissors, cut to a desired length
Step5: Use a little bit of moisturizer (not necessary but recommended)
Step6: Use a flat iron or a coiling iron, if possible.
NOTE: Only use a flat iron or coiling iron if the extensions are human hair
Step7: Comb and style your hair.(making sure that the extensions blend in with your natural hair)
18. Put in Hair Weave Tracks
Hair extensions are often called hair weaves. They come in many styles, and there are many methods of affixing them. A common and easier style is the hair-weave track, in which the hair is sewn together in a straight length. The seam at the top of the piece is used to affix the extension. Hair-weave tracks can be applied by actually sewing them to your real hair or by gluing them in. By far, the easiest way to put in a hair-weave track is via the glue method.
Step1: Cut the tracks to the desired width. Generally, they should cover the area between your left and right hairline in the back, and from the center part to the hairline on the sides.
Step2: Starting in the back, make a part about 1 inch from the nape from left to right. Lift the upper hair away from this section and clip it.
Step3: Smooth down the remaining hair on the nape of the neck. This leaves you with a clean part in which to apply the tracks.
Step4: Apply a thin bead of bonding glue along the seam of the track. Do not apply it directly to the head, as it can run and mix with your hair.
Step5: Place the track into the part on your head and press firmly. Hold the track in place for about 30 seconds. Then use the blow dryer to set the bonding glue. Blow-dry for 1 minute, moving the heated air along the top of the track.
Step6: Repeat this process until all of the tracks are in place, smoothing the natural hair down over the tracks as you go.
19. Trim Hair Extensions
Hair extensions cost many women both time and money, so to save time and money, trim your hair extensions at home instead of returning to the salon. Following a few tips makes trimming hair extensions possible even for a novice.
Step1: Comb tangles out of the hair extensions with a comb or wire brush. Part your hair down the middle of your head into two sections. Bring the two sections forward and hold one side together with a hair clip.
Step2: Hold your head straight and comb the side you didn't clip. Firmly hold a section of the hair extensions with one hand and use your other hand to hold the scissors.
Step3: Twist the small section of hair in a downward motion and trim the hairs that stick out. Trim the same amount from each section of the extension hair. Switch sides and clip the side you just trimmed and trim the other side of the head.
Step4: Bring all hair forward to one side and comb. Trim any longer hair to even the hair out. Comb the hair to the other side and trim any extra long hairs again. Repeat this until you are satisfied with the trim.
Step5: Touch up the hairline on the nape of the neck. Shave the hair creating a straight line with a razor or hair clippers. Use mirrors to help you trim the hairline.
20.Wash Hair Extensions
Step 1:This is very important because the natural oils from your own hair are likely to be absorbed by the hair extensions. All that you need to do is gently run the shampoo through the hair extensions and rinse it out. When you do this, be sure to apply it throughout the entire length of hair and then rinse it out in the same direction. The same way that you would ideally shampoo your natural hair is how you should shampoo your hair extensions.
Step 2:Keep extensions moist with conditioner. The reason that this is important is because the hair extensions will become dried out, especially if you plan on styling them at all. The main difference between shampooing and conditioning your hair extensions is that you will only need to run the conditioner through the ends of hair to get the best results. Otherwise, the hair extensions may become too greasy.
Step 3:Be sure to get the tangles out of the hair. The only way that you can do this is by using a comb. You should never use a brush on tangled hair extensions. Keep in mind that you should also only try to get the tangles out when your hair is wet.
Step 4:Use an extension brush. As you can probably guess, extension brushes are designed to best suit the needs of hair extensions. You can use them the same way that you would use a normal brush, such as when you use a blow dryer to dry the hair. If you want to properly care for hair extensions, you will definitely invest in an extension brush.
Tips & Warnings
* Only use hot hair styling tools on the hair when it’s dry.
* Only wear hair extensions in a ponytail if they are designed to do so.
* Keep in mind that you pay for what you get with hair extensions.
* For formal events, you may want to consider going to a salon for professional hair extensions.
* Do not apply heat to the tips if you want your hair extensions to last.
* Never be rough with your hair extensions.
1. Care for a Wig
A human-hair wig is a bit more trouble than a synthetic one, but keeping any wig in good condition is easy if you use products especially formulated for wigs.
Step1: Buy the proper accessories to care for your wig. These include a wig brush, wig comb, wig stand, wig shampoo and conditioner, and various wig styling products. These are usually available in a beauty supply store or a wig store.
Step2: Remove tangles with a wig brush and a spray wig conditioner.
Step3: Remove shine by applying baby powder to the wig, then shaking excess power loose.
Step4: Always comb or brush the wig starting at the ends, and not the roots.
Step5: Store the wig in a closed space, such as a closet, at room temperature and on a wig stand.
Step6: Use a hair spray formulated especially for wigs to style your wig.
Step7: To reduce the volume of your wig, spray it with cool water and brush with a wig brush.
Step8: Remember that it's best if you do not use any heat source (including a blow dryer, a curling iron or hot rollers) on a synthetic hair wig. You may use these items on a human-hair wig.
Step9: Wash your wig after every 12 to 15 wearing.
2. Care for Hair Under a Wig
Maybe you wear a wig because of sudden or gradual hair loss, for religious reasons or because you simply want a new look. Wearing a wig doesn't mean neglecting your real hair, which needs at least as much care as it did before you purchased your wig. Out of sight should not mean out of mind when it comes to the hair under your wig.
Step1: Clean your real hair every day with your favorite brand of shampoo. Your hair needs more frequent cleaning and care than it did before you began to wear a wig, especially in the summertime, when you sweat more. Although your hair is covered, bacteria can gather beneath the wig.
Step2: Massage your scalp daily. Since your hair is covered by a wig, your scalp probably receives much less stimulation than it does when your hair is uncovered. Give yourself a good scalp massage in the evening and in the morning, working on the skin at the top of the head to the nape of the neck. You may want to use a stimulating lotion especially for this purpose.
Step3: Keep your hair short under the wig. You may be trying to grow longer hair, but keep in mind that long hair under a wig may be very uncomfortable and require a lot of care. If your hair is growing, you may want to graduate to a half-wig or a hairpiece for a better fit.
Step4: Dry your hair thoroughly before putting on your wig. Wet hair can weaken the lining of your wig and can also become a breeding ground for germs. Your hair under the wig should be clean and dry at all times.
Step5: Trim the hair under your wig regularly. If you are trying to grow your hair, regular trimming will cause it to grow faster. If you are not trying to grow your hair, a good trim once in a while is essential for optimal hair care.
Step6: Beware of dandruff. If you use a good shampoo, give yourself a scalp massage, and follow the other steps. You may not have to worry about dandruff. In any case, be on the lookout for those telltale white flakes.
3. Wash a Wig
It's suggested that you wash your wig (either synthetic or human-hair) after every 12 to 15 wearing. You can buy products made especially for wigs - including brushes, combs, picks, shampoo and conditioner - in a wig or beauty supply store.
Step1: Remove the wig.
Step2: Brush the wig gently with a wig brush, getting rid of all tangles.
Step3: Fill a sink with cold water.
Step4: Add a capful (about 1 tbsp.) of wig shampoo.
Step5: Place the wig in soapy water and swish it around with your fingers for a minute or two.
Step6: Use a soft toothbrush to remove any makeup stains. Use a paste of baking soda and shampoo on stubborn makeup stains.
Step7: Let the wig soak in the sink for about five minutes.
Step8: Drain the soapy water out and refill the sink with clean, cool water.
Step9: Rinse the wig until all the shampoo is removed. You may have to change the water a few times.
Step10: Gently blot the excess water with a dry towel. Do not wring the wig out.
Step11: Let the wig air-dry on a wig stand, or turn it inside out and lay flat to dry.
Step12: Spray on a wig conditioner and style your wig after it has dried.
1. Why is Lace Front Wig popular?
Main character of lace front wig is that is reveals hair line of forehead. Ordinary wigs had bangs to conceal the hair line, but lace front wig is to show this line.
Fine, strong lace makes this possible. It can be natural as your skin tone and texture reveals by Placing hairs on lace, cutting lines along the hair line and attaching them together. And also can have soft natural look by putting some make up on your forehead.
2. Why is Lace Front Wig expensive?
Lace itself costs a lot.
Core of lace front wig is the lace that defines forehead line. To make this lace, every single knot has to be treated by high frequency wave which holds lace tight together without losing any hair. If you knot as you knotting a net, is gets thick and sometimes you can lose whole lace.
Difference in hair placement method
Lace front wig requires 100% human process from making cap to place the hairs on it. Every single hair is placed by human hand, not by machine. It requires extreme concentration and technique. It takes 3 days to produce single wig. Technicians are suffering from degrading eye sight after couple yours of highly demanding work. Costs more money than ordinary wigs made by machine.
3. How to Attach a Lace Front Wig
Using tape and glue are popular, looks natural, washable, and be able to swim with it. Make sure you use proper glue or tape that is medicated for hair. It could cause serious problem if you have allergy.
Length of attachment is various from 3 days to 4 weeks. It depends on skin conditions. But long term attachment is not recommendable. Some use tape and wear the wig for couple days, some use glue and have it on 3-4 weeks.
4. Positives and Negatives of Glue or Tape on Lace Front Wig
1. Tape feels better sue to its thin and soft traits.
2. When you apply tape on wig it looks more natural because of transparent tape reveals your own skin tone and texture.
3. Glue is used for more soft touch between front line of the net and forehead.
4. Glue is not for sensitive skin. It could cause side effects.
5. When you remove glue-attached wig, apply special remover in good amount.
5. How to Pick proper Tape and Glue for Lace Front Wig
There are some products for lace front wig. But it is better purchase tapes along with the wig. Glue also better be recommended by the wig seller.
6. How to Wash Lace Front Wig
Ordinary wigs are good for 7-10 days without wash, but depend on lace condition, wash in every 2-7 days. You can use any shampoo or conditioner, but if you want longer life for the wig, use the proper ones only for the wigs.
Remove the wig from your head when you wash.
1. Apply glue remover on part that glued together. Approximately, 1 min later, clean the leftover.
2. Soak the wig with warm water and apply wig shampoo on the brush. Use the brush on the wig hair and lightly comb, massage the wig.
3. After enough foam, rinse it with clean water couple times.
4. Apply wig conditioner in the brush and comb gently.
5. Wash until you don’t see any foam left.
6. Use towel to cover up and gently soak the water.
7. Put the wig on wig stand and use brush for styling.
8. Place the wig where wind blows and let it dry itself.
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