How to Apply Lace Front Wigs With Tape

Picture perfect hair is what we all strive for. However, sometimes we need a little help. For years, we have watched the rich and famous parade their beautiful heads of hair and longed for those looks. It is now possible for all of us to have picture perfect hair by using a lace front wig.

Things You'll Need

• Lace front wig
• Double-sided tape
• Cleanser
• Sponge
• Tail comb

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Instructions

• 1

  Prepare your hair. Before applying a lace front wig, you need to prepare your natural hair to protect it from damage. You do this by wrapping or braiding the hair first. Trim any excess fine hair from the hairline area.

• 2

  Cleanse your hairline. Prepare hairline by cleaning off excess oils from your skin around your hairline area using a sponge. Never use cotton balls, as they will leave leftover residue on your skin. Now protect the bonded area of skin by applying a scalp protector first before using adhesive tape.

• 3

  Practice applying. If this is your first time applying a lace front wig, before you begin the process you will find it advantageous to practice first. Use an eyebrow pencil trace the shape of the wig hairline on your forehead, to ensure proper placement.

• 4

  Apply the wig using double-sided tape. Using a 3.8-inch wide tape cut several 3-inch strips. Place strips on the areas of your lace front close to hairline, make sure you attach it to the edges of the lace.

• 5

  Continue laying down tape until you have completely covered the front side of your lace front. In order to give a natural looking hairline, keep the tape as close together as possible. This will also ensure a nice snug fit.

• 6

  Sit the wig in the predetermined place and firmly press adhesive into skin using a tail comb for a beautiful style.