Preparing your hair for an installation is essential for the most natural results. "Before installing your wig, make sure your natural hair is properly cleaned and protected." "Use a heat protectant or moisturizing conditioner and make sure your hair is completely dry before placing a wig over it, whether you are wearing a braid or straightening your hair back." Those with thicker hair usually style their hair with a braided pattern underneath the cap of their wig to ensure their natural hair stays flat and in place underneath. In my case, I wear my hair directly under my wigs (I'm not good at braids!) and pull it back into a low ponytail that I flip and tuck under my wig cap.
The next phase of installation requires you to have some hair tools and styling products on deck. "It's always handy to have a rat-tail comb, Freeze Spray or similar adhesive - if you're wearing a wig with lace - and light styling products to ensure your wig is styled the way you want it." "Using a wig cap helps protect your natural hair and keep the wig in place." A wig grip eliminates the need for extra clips, tape and excessive amounts of glue on your head thanks to the sewn-in fabric that keeps your wig from rolling back.
"When you get your wig set up, less is more," he says. "Simply spray a layer of Got2B Glued Blasting Freeze Spray on the hairline, then tie it off with a scarf or rubber band for about 10 to 15 minutes and it will make your lace look fresher and more natural".
Once your wig is glued to your cap, it's time to cut the lace with a small razor. "Make sure you only cut a little bit of lace at a time and do it while the wig is on your head," Johnson explains. "That way, you can follow the pattern of your natural hair and make sure you don't remove too much lace." Understanding how to cut lace requires a lot of attention to detail because razors can cut it off pretty quickly. That's why it's a good idea to work slowly to make sure you get as close to the natural hairline as possible without cutting the hair off the wig.
