Cutting excess lace from a front lace wig is an integral part of the wig preparation process. Not only does it help keep the lace flat, it also makes the wig more comfortable to wear. If you want your wig to look as natural as possible, you should be an expert in trimming front lace wigs. But there are many people who don't know anything about trimming lace, this article will tell you how to trim it quickly and efficiently.
What you need to know about lace front wigs
Before trimming the lace, the most important thing is to understand the structure of the lace wig. Doing this will ensure you don't damage the wig in the process. Reference the below image to understand how a lace front wig is built:
A lace front wig consists of the following components:
• Lace Front: Each lace front wig has a lace panel on the front. The hair is hand tied in a lace. The lace front gives you a natural hairline, and you can customize the wig with the center part, side part, and deep side part. The front lace is very delicate, so be careful not to accidentally tear it while cutting. Laces come in different sizes such as 13x4, 13x6 and 4*4 inches.
• Weft cap: Wig caps (other than lace) are considered weft caps. This is where the weft threads of the hair are sewn onto the elastic mesh.
• Adjustable Straps: Adjustable straps allow you to get the right fit so the wig doesn't fall off or feel uncomfortably tight. The shoulder strap can be adjusted to your preferred position, and one end of the adjustable strap is connected to a tie strap (ear strap) near the ear, so be careful when cutting the strap around the ear. Cutting the adjustable straps will ruin the wig.
• 4 Clips: The clips help you fix the wig on your own hair.
These are the main components of a standard lace front wig. which help the lace lay flat.
Tools for cutting lace front wigs:
• tape measure
• clip (large)
• mouse tail comb
• Scissors, eyebrow trimmer, or razor
• Mannequin Head and T-Pin (Beginner Option)
• foam mousse or water
• white makeup pencil
How to Trim a Lace Front Wig Step by Step:
Step 1: Decide how to cut the lace according to your own needs
You can cut it while the wig is on your head or a mannequin head. For beginners, we recommend cutting the lace on a mannequin head - it's the safest and easiest way to do it.
Step 2: Put the wig on and adjust it.
• On your head: The wig's hairline should be a quarter of an inch higher than your natural hairline. Secure your device with clips and adjustable straps. Make sure the lace sits flat on your head.
• On the mannequin head: Put the wig on the mannequin head and secure it with a couple of T-pins. In this way, it can be well fixed.
Step 3: Use a pencil to draw the hairline along the lace part
Use a white makeup pencil to trace your hairline from ear to ear. Just draw the hairline line on the skin. Allow about 1/4 inch space between your hairline and the line you are tracing. Comb the hair in the wig as needed and use clips to hold it in place.If needed, use a little styling mousse or water to set the hair for better results .
It is a little trick for beginners to use the white beauty brush to draw the cutting line as a guide. It is safer to trim along this line. For starters, cut it a little further away from your hairline, and just in case you make any mistakes, you can always go back and fix it.
Step 4：Cut off the excess lace
Pull the lace taut and slowly cut each section along the hairline so you don't accidentally cut the hairline. During trimming, try to avoid cutting straight shapes as they will look weird and unnatural, and when cutting lace, make sure to cut close to the hairline. But don't cut too much, lest you accidentally cut the hairline by mistake.
If you don’t feel confident cutting the lace off in one piece, no problem. You can cut the lace in small sections to make the process easier.
Tips You Should Keep In Mind:
• Be careful when cutting. When cutting the lace, don't get too close to the hairline, the wig hair will start to fall out over time. The front lace is best trimmed 1 - 2 inches from the hairline. When trimming, pull the lace part a little tighter, so that the trimmed effect will be better.
• Use the tools you feel comfortable with. You can use hair clippers, eyebrow razors, and even nail clippers. Just make sure your tools are sharp and safe. Avoid damage to the product.
• Trim with small cuts in a subtle zigzag direction. When lace has a slightly jagged edge, it melts more easily and looks more natural—no straight lines.
• Make sure not to cut the elastic near the wig construction cap.
Trimming the lace is important to getting the lace front wig to fit your hairline properly. Cutting the hairline allows for a better fit of the scalp and lace. In addition, since the lace material is highly breathable, it brings a comfortable feeling even in summer. This is the general method for cutting lace, and it's novice-friendly. A lace front wig might seem intimidating at first, but if you follow all the steps in this guide, you will be a pro in time!!!
Post time: Mar-24-2023
