How do I attach or wear the wig? The wigs are fairly easy to attach. 95% of our customers attach the units themselves. We provide you with FREE Written instructions as well as care instructions that teach you how to put the unit on and how to care for the unit. We also have an Instructional DVD that is a live video that shows you step by step how to prepare the unit and attach the wig. The lace front wig will need to be attached with adhesive glue or tape. We sell these items under the wig accessories section of the website. This is not put on your hair, so it will not damage your own hair. We provide you with full instructions on how to properly attach the wig as well as how to care for it and styling tips.
What kind of Glue do I buy? If you want a 1-6 week hold – you will want to purchase the Ultra Hold glue. For a 1-10 day hold the Mity Tite or the Oil Resistant White Glue is best.
How Long will the Glue hold? It holds from 1-6 week hold. The holding time will vary depending on your skin type. If you have oily skin you may not get as long of a hold.
Can I go swimming with the wig in a Pool or Beach or get it wet? YES, the wig is just like your regular hair so you can do all normal activities with it on such as swimming, showering, sweating, etc. No one will ever know that it is not your own natural hair. The only time you do not get it wet is the first 24 hours after applying the adhesive. There are also special water proof adhesives that you can use as well. You will want to buy a water proof glue like the Ultra Hold for swimming.
Cap Style Questions:
What is a Full Lace Wig or Front Lace Wig? Also known as Full Front Lace Wig, Lace Front Wig or Lace Wig. Full Lace Wigs are full wigs with the entire wig cap being designed from transparent lace and it also has transparent lace all around the perimeter of the wig. With the full lace wig, you can wear your hair in high up dos and ponytails. Once applied, the wig creates it's own flawless, natural and invisible hairline. A Front Lace or Lace Front Wig only has the transparent lace in the front of the wig and the remainder of the wig is made from a regular netted wig cap. You are not able to wear a front lace wig in high up dos or ponytails.
Which Cap Style Do I Choice? There are many different style caps - the most common are the full lace cap with ear to ear stretch, the full lace cap with no stretch, front lace only cap meaning lace in the front only, full lace cap with thin skin in front and lace around entire perimeter of head.
What is Thin Skin? Thin skin is blend of polyurethane materials and imitates the appearance of skin. However, it is best used in cooler climates at it does not allow your scalp to breath like the full lace cap.
Lace Choice Questions:
What is the difference between the French and Swiss Lace? The French Lace is more durable and will hold up better over the long run. The Swiss lace is slightly thinner, and a little less detectable, however it is less durable and it rips easier. It’s hard to tell the difference between the two. Both are undetectable. Most people order the French Lace. The Swiss Lace is not recommended for first time users. It is best to learn how to apply the wig and become skilled at the application prior to advancing to the Swiss Lace.
Lace Color Choice Questions:
How do I Choice the Lace Color? You want to match the lace color with your scalp complexion not your skin tone. This is because when you part the unit, you want it to appear as your natural scalp color. So to check your scalp color - part your hair and look at the color of your scalp to determine your lace color.
Follow These Guidelines - Lace Choice Color:
Transparent: For White, Off White or Cream scalp tones. Ie. Beyonce, Tyra, Jessica Simpson, etc.
Light Beige or Beige: For Light Beige or Beige scalp tones. Ie: Ciara
Light Brown: For Light Brown scalp tones. Ie. Mia
Brown: For Dark Brown scalp tones. Ie. Naomi Campbell