How To Install A Lace Closure or Frontal?

Nowadays, human hair wigs have become widely available to everyone for their versatility. As you know, although the application process usually requires adhesive products that only a professional can properly use, there are some lace front wigs that you can apply at home with tape or glue. Let’s dive into how to install a lace closure or frontal.

How To Install A Frontal or Closure Wig?

Preparation

First of all, we have to prepare something below:

• Wig cap
• Scissors
• Scalp protector
• Wig adhesive
• Small adhesive brush
• Blow dryer
• Wig clips
• Hair clamps
• Wig tape

Step 1: Get Your Wig Ready

We can say that hair extensions enhance your style and beautify your facial features so wear it with confidence. You have to wash and condition with good care and occasionally take your wig for a visit to the stylist to style it any way you like.

Step 2: Do A Skin Test

Because some people are allergic to the chemicals used to keep a wig in place, you should do a skin test to determine whether or not you are allergic. First of all, dab a small amount of liquid adhesive or double-sided wig tape onto the back of your hand. Secondly, observe the adhesive for at least twenty-four hours. In the case the skin becomes red or irritated, purchase a hypoallergenic wig tape or adhesive to use instead. In the case the skin is unaffected, you can safely wear the wig.

Step 3: Flatten Your Hair

To grasp how to install a closure, you should know the flatter your hair is against your head, the better the wig will look. In this step, you can braid short hair into cornrows or mold it against your head using gel and bobby pins. If your hair is long, tie your hair in a low ponytail. Afterward, wrap the ponytail into a flat bun and secure it with bobby pins. Besides, you can use any gel or hairspray to dry before continuing.

Step 4: Put On A Wig Cap

As we can see, wig caps, or stocking caps, are soft caps that flatten your hair and help the wig stay in place. Next pull on the stocking cap gently, being careful not to disturb your flattened hair. In the next step, you should adjust the cap so that it barely covers your hairline. If your hair is thin and short, skip this step. On the other hand, the cap will slide around your head and bunch up under your wig. Besides, you should make sure all of your hairs are tucked into this cap, even the hairs on the nape of your neck.

Step 5: Clean Your Hairline Skin

With this stage, wash your skin with a gentle cleanser to ensure the application area is oil-free and blot it dry with a towel. In the next step, dab some rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball and wipe it along your hairline, and this will remove the excess oils on your skin. Spray scalp protector directly on your head to act as a barrier between your skin and the adhesive. Allow the serum to dry completely before continuing. Scalp-protecting serums can be bought at wig supply shops and online.

Step 6: Test The Fit Of The Wig

You need to make sure the wig fits properly before applying any adhesives. You have to place the wig on your head and line it up with your natural hairline. You may need to adjust these for a proper fit if the wig has tightening straps on the inside. And you have to contact the manufacturer for help if the wig doesn’t fit and it doesn’t have any tightening strap. Besides, if you can feel a strong ring of pressure around your scalp, the wig is too tight. You have to remember to loosen the straps slightly. On the contrary, if the wig slides around when you move your head, the wig is too loose. All you should do is to tighten the straps.

Step 7: Trim The Lace

As soon as you get the hang of how to install a lace front closure, you will find out that when your wig fits correctly, you have to trim the lace on the lace front wigs. This only needs to be done the first time you use your wig, and it does not need to be done if the lace has already been trimmed by the manufacturer. Utilize a couple of clasps to pull the hair far from your face. Next, using sharp pinking shears, trim the lace along your natural hairline. You should leave around 1/8 inch (3 mm) of lace. This will just be done the first time when you wear the wig.

Step 8: Remove The Wig And Set It Aside

In this step, carefully pull the wig off, leaving all the clips in, and set the wig on a clean flat surface. Moreover, you have to arrange the wig so that it’s easy to see what part goes on the hairline and what part goes on the nape of the neck. And you have to know that if you have to loosen any straps to get the wig off, your wig is too tight.

Step 9: Apply Wig Tape

Firstly, cut six to ten small pieces of wig tape. Secondly, line your hairline with the small pieces of tape by pressing the sticky side against your skin. Next, use a mirror while you do this to create an even hairline. Afterward, when the tape is applied, remove the thick foam padding to reveal the other side of the tape. Unless you make sure all of the pieces are touching, you may have loose gaps in your hairline. To master how to install a frontal or closure, you need to take this step fluently.

Step 10: Use A Liquid Adhesive

It is said that if you don’t want to use wig tape, you can use a liquid lace adhesive instead. With this stage, you only apply adhesive with the brush to areas onto which the wig will attach. Then, you can use the cool air setting and blow-dry the adhesive for about 30 seconds. In this case, you use a soft bond adhesive, allowing the glue to dry long enough to become tacky before applying the wig. On the other hand, in the case you use a hard bond adhesive, you can apply the wig immediately.

Step 11: Apply The Wig

This step will show you how to carefully pull the wig on. First of all, adjust the edge of the wig so that the hairlines match. Secondly, adjust the back of the wig so that it hangs naturally over your hair. Finally, press the lace of the wig into your adhesive or wig tape. When you press the lace into the adhesive or wig tape, it’s very hard to remove, so you have to make sure that the wig is perfectly aligned before doing so.

Step 12: Style Your Hair

Unless your wig is made of human hair, you can’t use regular brushes, hot styling tools, and hair products. On the contrary, your wig is synthetic, avoid using regular brushes and hot styling tools. Therefore, use a wide-toothed comb or wig brush to adjust your hair.

How To Remove Your Lace Closure Or Lace Frontal Hairpiece?

Besides getting how to install a frontal closure, knowing the ways to remove it is also of paramount importance. In the first step, you have to saturate the adhesive remover on top of the glue and lace of your Lace closure and frontal.

Another important step is to wait for the closure to easily separate itself from your skin. In this stage, you should use a Q-Tip to apply the adhesive remover/solvent between the lace and your skin.  Moreover, you have to make sure to allow the adhesive remover to completely saturate and the lace to release prior to trying to remove the unit because this will preserve the lace on your unit and your hairline. Please take your time while doing this. Besides, the glue should remain on your skin, not on the lace.

In the end, removing any remaining adhesive residue from the lace and in the hair of the closure with glue remover is the final step!

All the above are ways how to install a lace closure or frontal wig that anyone can learn. Hopefully, the above sharing will help you have more ideas for applying lace products. To know more about frontal vs closure pros and cons as well as can you wash a closure while installed, get straight to our website Macsarahair. We have many types of hair extensions to provide for the European market. To bring beauty and satisfaction to the customers, Macsarahair is becoming more and more popular among many hair suppliers in the whole world. Our company commits to using 100% Remy hair with no chemical, no tangle, and no shedding, you will not find any problem with our products. Moreover, our lace products are cheap and easy to use. Hurry up!!! You can invite your friends to visit our website to buy products with amazing offers at Macsarahair. Don’t hesitate to shine your beauty! Contact us via WhatsApp at +84379989559 for more essential details and unrivalled experience!

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