What is a lace front wig?
lace front wig or a lace front wig is a special type of hairpiece or wig in which human hair or synthetic hair is tied by hand to a sheer lace base which goes over the scalp.
Lace front wigs are a small sheer lace panel along the front hairline attached to the frontal of the wig. The hair strands are hand-sewn into the holes of the lace.
Wearing lace front wigs is very simple because they are stretchy and cover the entire scalp area and gives the appearance of a natural hairline.
Background:
Wigs have been used since antiquity as hairstyles and costumes, ancient Egyptians wore wigs to shield their shaved heads from the sun, wigs were kept in place by using beeswax and resin. Wigs were once made from, wool, buffalo hair or even feathers. Other ancient cultures, including the Assyrians. Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans also used wigs as an everyday fashion. There was intermittent use of wigs in many cultures throughout history including the prophylactic use of them in England in the 1600s to help protect from head lice.
The modern wig was adopted to cover the balding head. By the late 1600s, both wigs and handmade lace headpieces were common with European and North American upper classes as daily fashion. Wigs were made of human and yak hair and sewn onto a frame with silken thread were meant to be obvious as wigs and not the wearer’s actual hair. Powered wigs in rows of curls, known as periwigs, were adopted as court dress in many cultures with elaborate curls and style.
After American revolutionary war styles in north America changed and the wig as a sign of social class died out of use. Wigs began to be used more to augment natural hair for elaborate hairstyles, for religious reasons or to cover hair loss in both genders and therefore were required to blend with the wearer’s natural hair. The selling of human hair by the lower classes for use in wigs by the upper classes was captured in stories.
In the 19th century, a new wig making method began to replace the weft method most commonly used prior. A small look called a ventilating needle. Like the tambour hooks used for decorating fabric with chain-stitch embroidery at that period, it is used to knot a few strands of hair at a time directly to suitable foundation materials. Using lacing allowed for a more natural-looking wig because the flesh-colored lace is almost imperceptible. The more common use was a strip of lace just at the front, known as a lace front wig, which gives the impression of a natural hairline.
Modern usage:
Lace front wigs are more common, and the balance of the wig is made from a less fragile material which is less susceptible to tearing or tearing than the lace. The lace front wig allows the wearer to select a hairline. The lace is only in the front half of the wig, to allow the wearer to part the hair any way they want. Modern-day lace wigs can be worn while doing activities like swimming and exercise, which make it a popular choice among changes. It is also an excellent alternative for anyone looking to evade adding hair to the scalp via surgical methods.
Full lace wigs may have a base entirely of lace. Full lace wigs can be pulled into a high ponytail and as opposed to lace front wigs. If a lace front wig was pulled back, it is usually obvious that it is a wig. In 2016, 360-degree lace wigs were created allowing wig wearers to wear undetectable ponytail styles.
Lace wig density is measured as a percentage, the higher the percentage the thicker the hair density on the wig. The popular density on the market is 130% and 150%. The higher the percentage, the higher the price consumers pay. Like other hair extensions products, the texture of wigs varies from straight, loose wave, natural wave, to deep curly, etc.
How long does it take to make a wig?
Making a wig requires patience. Your first time may take about 4 hours, but don’t get discouraged. As you become familiar with making wigs, you will be able to have one made in an hour or less.
A lace frontal or closure is required to complete a lace front wig.
What is frontal?
Lace frontals this hairpiece covers the front of the head from ear to ear. Wearing a frontal hairpiece will protect your hairline from becoming damaged and provide maximum versatility when it comes to styling hair extensions.
This piece gives the appearance of a natural hairline as well. Lace frontals are also used to create a wig along with 3 bundles or 4 bundles to 5 bundles of hair.
What is a closure?
A closure piece is a small piece of lace fabric, usually about 3.5”x4, with individual strands of hair ventilated through and knotted directly to the lace.
Bleaching the knots in your lace frontal or lace closure will give the parting of the hairpieces a scalp-like appearance.
Advantage of lace front wig?
In a lace front wig, the natural impression it portrays is a great confidence booster for those experiencing hair loss. Lace front wigs are great at disguising an unnatural boundary between your wig and skin, making it perfect for those also looking for new hairstyles to explore.
The biggest advantage of the lace front wig is that they have a realistic appearance. They have style versatility and breathability. It can also be worn for a long period of time.
Disadvantages of lace front wig?
- Fragile composition: lace front wig is more prone to damage than wigs with a thicker and sturdier base because of the sheerness of the lace used in the base of the wig.
- High price: lace front wig has a high price. Because wigs made from real human hair which are particularly costly.
- Long life span: most lace front wigs will last anywhere from 3-5 years if you use them regularly.