Post on 21-Apr-2017
African American Lace Front Wigs
Believe it or not, many of the celebrity hairstyles we so admire, are achieved
with the use of wigs.
Among the more popular wigs are the African American Lace Front Wigs.
They are often so well fitted and authentic looking that we are unable
to tell that the wearer is actually sporting a wig.
The wigs are available online, or they can be purchased from the local
beauty store, or stylist.
Front lace wigs tend to be more expensive than some of the other wigs
worn by African Americans.
The reason for the disparity in price is due mainly to the fact that it costs a
lot more to produce them.
The higher production cost is as a result of the labor intensive nature of
these wigs.
It can take a wig master up to 50 hours to attach the thousands of strands to
the lace, and then style it.
In addition, these wigs are generally made of 100% human hair, which is more expensive than synthetic hair.
African American lace front wigs give a very authentic look to a woman’s hair.
The hair falls naturally, and often it is not possible to tell that it is a wig.
This is partially because the lace tends to blend in with the scalp, and give a
very natural looking appearance, especially at the hairline.
The natural look of the hairline is also a result of the baby hairs which are attached at the front of the wig.
Unlike some wigs that can damage the hairline, the front lace wigs provide
protection for that delicate part of the hair.
Wigs can be put on with a wig cap or by braiding.
A wig cap is normally recommended for clients with shorter hair, as the hair can simply be placed below the cap.
However, in the case of women with longer hair braiding is recommended.
The wigs can be applied with a few simple steps.
The hairline is first cleaned.
This can be done with regular rubbing alcohol.
Then a skin protector is normally applied.
This helps to protect the skin from the liquid adhesive that is used to attach
the wig.
A thin smooth layer of adhesive is applied around the perimeter of the
entire hairline.
This must be carefully applied to avoid touching the client’s hair.
Some women opt to attach the wig to a wig cap.
In these cases it is important to use a natural toned cap.
Using a cap will ensure that your natural hair is protected, and kept neat
while you have on the wig.
It is relatively simple to care for a lace front wig.
The wig should be washed and kept clean in the same manner as you
would natural hair.
It is best to use a mild shampoo and conditioner to clean.
African American lace front wigs are a popular alternative because of the
natural look they offer.
This look is achieved because the wigs can be custom fitted, and made to fit
snugly on the head.