What lace?!!
You often hear the term "What lace?!" when someone's hair has been LAID to perfection. Some of you may be wondering where this term came from or what it really means. What this means is, the closure or frontal has been installed so seamlessly, it blends right into the skin leaving the lace practically undetectable. Hence, the term, "what lace" because we can't see it. As far as we're concerned, that's YOUR hair growing out of YOUR scalp.
Let's break it down.
Why should you get a frontal or a closure?
Both lace frontals and closures are a great way to protect your edges around your hairline and your natural hair from heat damage. They are usually made with a thin lace, natural hairline, and baby hairs around the perimeter. Wearing a lace unit is considered a protective style. It allows you completely put your natural hair away so it can rest and flourish (or grow) while you enjoy the versatility of your unit.
These days people tend to lean towards lace closures and frontals for that very reason.
It is still quite popular to wear sew-ins, or u-part wigs which protects most of the hair. However, after years of wearing u-part wigs or getting sew-ins with leave out, many found that the front of the hair became severely damaged by heat. So while the rest of their hair grew healthily and beautifully, the hair that was left out tended to be shorter and drier.
For those of you who still love your sew-ins and u-part wigs (We do too!), we have some maintenance tips and tricks to keep your hair as healthy as possible while wearing your hair in these styles. Stay tuned for that post! (or insert link)
What's a closure?
A closure is commonly found in the following dimensions, 4x4, 5x5, and 6x6. We are currently offering, 4x4 closures. Stay tuned we will be offering more soon! Those numbers are the dimensions in width and length of the lace itself. A closure allows a small parting space, but you can easily slay a sleek middle or side part. However, unless you shift your unit, you will not get the versatility of parting wherever you would like, you are limited to about four inches. Closures are less maintenance but you will receive less coverage with them. If you are looking for something more versatile, a frontal may be your ideal choice.
What's a frontal?
A frontal is commonly found in two dimensions, 13x4 or 13x6. We are currently offering, 13x4 frontals. Also stay tuned for this, we will be offering more soon! Again, those numbers are the dimensions in width and length of the lace. A frontal covers the front hairline. Often you'll hear the phrase, "it goes from ear to ear" to give you a better visual of what the frontal covers. It also reaches back to about apex of the head. A frontal allows for a LOT more versatility. You can part your hair anyway you'd like at any given moment.
You know how they say with more freedom, more responsibility? Well it's true. Here we say, with more freedom, more maintenance. Don't let that scare you, we'll get to that in a few. But simply put, maintenance can include using Got2be Glue, hairspray or boldhold, and laying the edges of the lace flat with an edge laying scarf.
With all that being said, pick what works best for you and your lifestyle.
Now that we've covered the why, let's discuss the how.
How do you install a lace closure/frontal or a wig?
Many are apprehensive when it comes to wigs or lace units because the process of installing it can seem daunting. Don't worry, we got you covered.
Our first suggestion would be to look up a hair specialist in your area. Many hair/wig specialist have instagram pages where you can see their previous work. That way you can see if their style matches what you're looking for. Book and slay!
Our second suggestion is a more cost effective, but requires a little work. You may have guessed it, Youtube! Youtube is literally the gift that keeps on giving. Linked below are easy to follow videos on how to install or even make your own lace unit with bundles and closures/frontals.
Videos
-How to make wig using a frontal (sewing machine method)
-How to make a wig with a closure (hand sewn)
PRO TIP: If you are using a machine to sew your wig, sew on lace closure or frontal last.