What is lace frontal?
A lace frontal is a wig that comes with lace at the front portion of your head. It is a good option for people with tiny hairlines or baldness. Many lace frontals come with baby hairs on the hairline to make it look very natural. On the lace, the hairs are sewn to make knots, and the lace will look like your scalp. The laces are available in different shades. Frontal
You can choose the lace according to your skin tone. Usually, a lace frontal wig measures 13 inches from ear to ear and about 4 inches back. It means that a lace frontal is a half wig.
Closure and Frontal
Essential tools to make a lace frontal wig
- – Hair bundles with closure or frontal
- – Wig cap
- – Curved needle and thread
- – T pins to hold the wig cap
- – Mannequin head
- – Scissors
- – Tweezers
- – Comb
Wig materials
How to make a lace frontal wig?
Choose the hair texture
The first action is to choose the suitable hair texture for you. Also, you should decide on the length of the wig you need. Get the hair bundles with the closure of any color and texture you feel that will suit your natural hair and skin tone. Try to pick double weft hair bundles for good voluminous hair. Hair bundles with a closure mean it will have the lace attached to the hair, making it easier for you to stitch them onto the wig cap.
Pick a wig cap and matching lace
As said earlier, laces are available in different shades like brown and transparent. Moreover, there are two kinds of lace – lace frontal and lace closure. The difference between these two is the size. Measure your head and buy a wig cap, too, according to your choice. Make sure not to choose a silk or cotton wig cap as it is not suitable for your natural hair.
Steps to make a lace frontal wig
| Step 1 | Find the frontal area by putting the wig cap on your head. Mark the frontal closure |
| Step 2 | Now, put the wig cap on a mannequin and fix the frontal closure using pins |
| Step 3 | Sew the closure from one end to the other using a matching thread. While sewing, take extra care not to sew the hair into the stitch. |
| Step 4 | Do not cut the weft while sewing to avoid shedding hair. Make the stitches tightly. Continue sewing layer by layer |
| Step 5 | Your lace frontal is almost ready. Cut the extra lace falling on the forehead carefully |
| Step 6 | Pluck extra hair on the area of the hairline to make it look neat and even |
| Step 7 | Style the lace frontal closure wig by taking partitions the way you like. Also, brush down your baby hair to the hairline to have a natural look. |
Wig cap sizing chart
How to maintain a lace frontal wig?
Once you have made a lace front closure, it is essential to take good care of it. Otherwise, the natural look and the style of it will fade away.
Brush It Regularly
Using a comb, brush the lace frontal gently. Hold the root area and brush slowly, starting from the ends. Take extra care while brushing the roots.
Do Not Scratch
Be gentle with your lace frontal or closure. Never scratch with your fingernails, as it will ruin the soft net. Also, hairs will start falling off if you scratch or wash vigorously.
Do Not Use Excessive Heat
Styling your hair will need a blow dryer or a straightener. Make sure you do not overheat the hair as it will damage the hair and the stitches.
Use Mild Products
To wash your lace frontal, it is important to use shampoos with less chemical and alcohol content. Any strong chemical you use on the lace frontal will surely destroy the hair and the lace.
Wrap The Lace Frontal
If you have sewn or glued the lace frontal to your original hair, then wrap the area with a cloth before you sleep.
Conclusion
Crafting a lace frontal isn’t overly complex, but making a lace closure takes time and patience due to intricate detailing and knotting. Hair bundles with closure simplify the process. A well-cared-for lace frontal can last two to four weeks, secured with glue or lace tape. With proper care, these wigs can last over a year, offering versatility in styling.
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