How to Keep Lace Front Wigs Firm on Head
Wearing lace front wigs allows you to get varied hairstyles and different looking while make sure that your wig is being kept in place.You can wear a front lace wig and don’t need to remove it for up to 6 weeks when properly sealed. Learning how to maintain the seal on a front lace wig can extend the life of your hairstyle and help you avoid embarrassing situations that your wig fly away suddenly.
Keep the application site clean and dry. Failure to properly clean the application site before applying a lace front wig can result in a faulty seal that can easily be separated to let it firm on head. Moisten a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol, and use it to wipe away any oil and particles at the application area prior to attaching the front lace wig. Avoid using heavy oil-based sheens on the application area to prevent loosening the adhesive bond.
Apply a tight seal with hair glue. Use short wide strokes to apply an adequate amount of glue from the edge of the application area into your hairline. Use your pointer finger to assess the glue by gently touching the area where you first began gluing. The glue should stretch easily and appear stringy when ready. This process may take up 10 minutes, and it is vital to keeping the front lace wig down. Start at the mid-forehead and begin pressing the front lace wig down until the entire application area is covered. When applied correctly, lace front wigs can be held down with glue for up to 6 weeks.
Secure the lace front wig with double-sided tape if you would rather use tape instead of hair glue. Peel away the protective backing of one side of the tape and attach the exposed adhesive along your prepped hairline. Place the lace front wig along the tapeline and ensure it’s in the correct fitted position. Begin peeling the backing off the second side of the tape and press the front lace wig in place until the front of the wig is completely applied. Double-sided tape can hold lace front wigs down for up to 6 weeks when properly applied. Bonding tape offers increased protection against scalp sweating.
Assess the bonding site regularly. Since factors such as physical activity and hairstyling stress affect the adhesive bond of a front lace wig, it’s important to stop minor problems before the wig comes completely out of place. Use a mirror to look for weakened points along the adhesive area. Correct weak spots by applying additional glue or tape after cleansing the area. When several weak spots are found, it’s time to remove the front lace wig and prepare a new application.
Protect the adhesive bond. Extend the life of your lace front wigapplication by taking precautions against undue stress along the adhesive site. Wear hats and scarves during windy weather to keep the lace wig down. Wrap your hair up at night to prevent excessive rubbing and sweating at the site,take care not to pulling the wig into tight ponytails and buns.
