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Why Do Lace Front Wigs Cost So Much?

Have you ever stopped to wonder just how much it costs the average person to go from cute to stunning?  Make up: $40.  Clothes: $200.  Shoes: $140.  Contact Lenses and or designer sun glasses: $100.  But of all the costs, it seems to pale when compared to the Lace Front Wig, worn from everyone from Britney Spears to Mary J. Blige.

Lace front wigs have been used in the movie and television industry for quite a few years. Celebrities and their stylists love them because they are virtually invisible to the camera. Unlike conventional wigs, the lace front wig can be worn in an updo or even a high ponytail.  It can even be parted in any direction and styled to your choosing, unlike regular wigs that have to retain the style it was created with.

Lace front wigs are a high quality hairpiece designed to give the illusion of a perfect hairline.  You might be surprised if you knew which celebrities wear lace front wigs; in fact, if you see a celebrity with silky smooth tresses and a perfect hairline, chances are they are wearing a lace front wig.

Lace front wigs were first created for use in the medical community for chemotherapy patients and other men and women that experienced hair loss.  They are ideal because they’re virtually undetectable, even close up. After the wig is put on, make-up is used on the edges of the lace to further conceal the hairpiece.

A quality lace front wig is made with 100 percent virgin Indian Remy hair. The hair is sorted according to length and color.  Then the hair is carefully laid to ensure that the cuticle all follows the same direction.  This makes the hairpiece smooth and silky.  Indian Remy hair is preferred because is matches most hair types, and can be cut or colored after purchase.

Lace-front wigs are expensive, but worth every penny. Each piece requires more than fifty hours to complete.  Including hair selection and preparation, several weeks are involved before the piece is complete.  A master wig maker hand ties each strand into the nearly invisible lace cap.  The cap is made of a fine Swiss lace or a more durable French lace.

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The lace front wig comes with a veil of lace that must be trimmed to one-quarter inch before gluing it in place in front of your natural hairline.  The specialized glue is a water based copolymer adhesive that holds for 2-4 weeks.  If you are going to be doing a lot of physical activity while wearing the wig, be sure to use an extra strength adhesive.  For convenience, glue strips are available too.

Lace front wigs can last a lifetime when properly cared for.  You can wash the hairpiece as often as you want to, but at least once every two weeks.  Be sure to attach the piece to a wig head before washing, and take care not to rub the hair, it can cause tangling and matting.  In addition, silicone based products should be used on your lace front wig, not alcohol based, as they can be too drying.  Lace front wigs can be styled just like natural hair.

A lace front wig may cost a little more in the beginning, but it is well worth it to have the impeccable style and quality hair that you dream of for a lifetime.

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Applying Lace Front Wigs 

       When applying a lace front wig it does not have to be done by a professional, although it is recommended, that you seek services from someone who specializes in lace front wigs. You can easily apply one at home by yourself, but remember that you will need to be patient in order to perfect the technique. You should also take the time to learn and understand the technique in how to apply a lace front wig. 

      Lace front wigs are delicate so they should be handled gently and with care so they do not rip. When combing your lace front wig you should always use a wide tooth comb. You should comb the hair gently, but not excessively, nor should you tug on the hair because it will cause damage to the lace front. Combing it excessively or tugging on the lace front may cause the wig to shed. Once you have the wig on you will need to make sure you keep it moisturized. At night, to keep the lace front from tangling, you should braid the hair and tie a silk scarf around your head, especially the edges of your hairline. 

      So now that you know how to care for your lace front wig, you are ready to apply it to your head. There are two different ways that the wig can be attached. You can use a liquid adhesive or a tape adhesive. Both methods will give you a secure hold; the method you choose is up to your personal preference. Since the lace front wig will be applied directly to your skin (right below your hairline), you will need to make sure that the area is clean, free of oils and hairless, no matter which adhesive you decide upon. If you do not take the precautions you will not achieve a secure hold. 

Step One: Hairline Preparation 

      The first thing you will need to do in this step is cut the lace front wig back to the hairline, while being careful as to not cut any of the hair. Then, position the wig on your head, the wig hairline should go in front of your own hairline. This is to avoid the glue from touching your own hair. When the matching of your hairline and the wig are to your satisfaction, you will need to trim the hairline of the lace front back to match your own hairline, by trimming the wig. This will give a natural appearance to the wig. 

Step Two: Apply Scalp Protector 

      To apply the scalp protector, you will need to use a non-oily soap (Ivory or dial is good) to clean your face and around the perimeter of your hairline. After you have completed this, you will need to apply the Scalp Protector, by spraying or dabbing it on around the perimeter of your head, right below your hairline. The Scalp Protector is used as a barrier between the adhesive and your skin, in order to protect your skin. Since oily skin can weaken the bond of the adhesive, the Scalp Protector helps in keeping them away from the skin, allowing for a stronger hold. 

Step Three: Applying Adhesive 

      Directions for Liquid Adhesive: Some adhesives may come with a brush that you can use to apply the adhesive, but if one does not come with it, use a small, thin applicator (i.e. eye shadow brush) to apply the adhesive. When applying the liquid adhesive you will not need a lot, a little goes a long way. 

      Now you will need to apply a thin coat of adhesive around the perimeter of your head, making sure it is below your hairline. Next, you will need to use a cool setting blow dryer to dry the glue for about 30-45 seconds (the glue should be sticky). Depending on which adhesive you have chosen to use it can take about 15 minutes. In this step, it is very important to make sure that the glue is very sticky before you apply the wig, to ensure a secure hold. If it is not sticky enough, you run the risk of the wig lifting in a couple of days.  

      Now it is time to apply the wig. Starting with the front of the hairline, you will need to press the lace front wig unit and glued area firmly together, while applying constant pressure. You will need to do this until the unit can stay by itself, which can be at lease a minute or longer. Continue repeating this step for the nape of your neck and the sides, all while practicing patience. It is recommended that you wait at lease 15 minutes before styling the lace front wig, allowing the glue to adhere and to dry completely. 

      No matter which liquid adhesive you use, these are the basic steps to follow.

Once you practice, you will develop your own technique on how to apply a liquid adhesive and apply the wig. 

      Directions for Application of Wig Tape Adhesive: The wig tape is available for purchase in rolls or strips, and is sticky on both sides. First you will need to expose the adhesive of the tape by peeling one side back. Then you will need to apply the tape around the perimeter of your head (keeping it on your skin). Next, place the wig on your head and position it so the perimeter of the wig lines up with the edges of the tape. (A wise thing to do is to pin the hair of the wig up so that it does not get in the way of the tape.) Now you are ready to expose the tape on the other side by peeling the tape and revealing the adhesive. Now you are ready to start at the front of your hairline, and attach the lace front by pressing and holding it to the adhesive for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Then you will need to repeat the same steps for the nape of your neck and sides.  

      As with anything you do, you will need to practice, practice, practice, and be patient, patient, patient. These are just the basic skills for applying a lace front wig and once you have done enough you will develop your own unique technique in applying the wigs.

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Have you ever purchased a car and been asked if you want XM or Sirius radio? What about a laptop combined with Microsoft Office? Even better, ever tried to get your phone serviced at a store that has your carrier’s logo but been told you have to take it to an company store? These are prime examples of resellers. Companies that have permission to sale goods and services for profit on behalf of others. Soon, I will begin to write about reseller and affiliate programs as a means of increasing your income. But before I begin I realize not everyone knows what resellers and affiliates are. So here is a quick definition.

(From Wikipedia) A reseller is a company or individual that purchases goods or services with the intention of on selling them rather than consuming or using them. This is usually done for profit (but could be onsold at a loss). One example can be found in telecommunications, where companies buy excess amounts of transmission capacity or call time from other carriers and resell it to smaller carriers.

Another example of this occurs on the Internet where individuals or companies act as agents for ICANN accredited registrars. They either sell on commission or for profit and in most cases, but not all, the purchase from the registrar and the sale to the ultimate buyer occurs in real time. These resellers are not to be confused with speculators, who purchase many domain names with the intention of holding them and selling them at some future time at a profit. Resellers, by the very nature of their business are retailers.

Another common example on the Internet is in the web hosting area, where a reseller will purchase bulk hosting from a supplier with the intention of onselling it to a number of consumers at a profit.

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The phenomenon of hair threading is growing pretty fast as a styling technique of choice amongst the urban community. I first learned about the technique from some friends, and when I read a recent post from Afrobella, I thought to share what I know about the process.

What is threading? (from Pantagraph)

This is a natural technique using cotton thread to remove unwanted body hair. It’s most often used for eyebrows, and other areas of the face.

• The threader unwinds a piece of thread, creating a circle and interior hoop, twisting that.

• The threader holds the midpoint of the thread with his/her teeth, and two other points with each hand, creating a tight triangle of crisscrossed thread.

• If the eyebrow is the area being shaped, the client uses both hands to pull skin above and below the eye taut.

• The threader then rolls the twisted part of the thread along the surface of the skin, using a back-and-forth rhythm, and appropriate use of tension, to create a scissoring effect, entwining the hairs and lifting those from the follicles. The precision method allows the stylist to remove a single hair or an entire line of hair. The process takes about five to 10 minutes.

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Wavy – locks of hair have loose “s” shape without ever creating the shape of an “o”. The bends tend to infrequent, only occurring about every 1 inch or greater.

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Kinky – locks of hair have a zig-zag “z” pattern without ever creating the “o” of Coily hair. The bends are very small and frequent.

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Coily-kinky – locks of hair are curled very tightly into an “o” shape with a diameter of 1/8” 1/4’’.

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Lace Front Wig – Lace Front Hair Weave appear as your own hair but are generally wigs. With special adhesives, the the hair weave is attached to your hairline. Your head is measure first to ensure a good fit.

They can be made by lacing high quality Remi weave hair into the lace base. High quality hair types usually include African American hair and European hair. No matter what your hair type is, the weave hair is altered chemically to make certain that it is the texture you desire.

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