What is Ventilating? The wig terms you should know
Ventilating lace refers to the process of tying individual hair strands onto a lace material to create natural-looking closure wigs and lace front wigs. This process mimics the appearance of hair growing from the scalp. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to ventilate lace:
Materials You’ll Need
- Lace material (e.g., Swiss lace, HD lace, or French lace).
- Ventilating needle (choose the size based on the number of hairs you want to tie at once).
- Hair strands (human or synthetic hair, depending on your preference).
- Foam head or wig block (to securely hold the lace).
- T-pins (to secure the lace on the foam head).
- Scissors (for trimming excess hair).
- Comb or tweezers (for separating small sections of hair).
Step-by-Step Process
1. Prepare Your Workspace
- Place the lace material on the foam head or wig block.
- Use T-pins to stretch and secure the lace tightly so it doesn’t move during the process.
- Arrange the hair strands nearby for easy access.
2. Choose the Right Ventilating Needle
- Ventilating needles come in different sizes (1–2 hairs, 2–3 hairs, etc.).
- For a natural look, use a smaller needle that ties 1–2 hairs at a time, especially near the hairline.
3. Thread the Ventilating Needle
- Separate a small section of hair (1–2 strands).
- Loop the hair around the hook of the ventilating needle.
4. Insert the Needle into the Lace
- Push the needle through one of the lace holes from the underside to the top.
- Pull the needle back through the hole, bringing the hair strand with it.
5. Create a Knot
- Once the hair is pulled through, tie a knot to secure the hair to the lace. Common knotting techniques include:
- Single knot: Easier and faster but less secure.
- Double knot: More secure but slightly more visible.
- Split knot: Used for a more natural look.
6. Repeat the Process
- Continue tying hair strand by strand, working row by row.
- For a natural density:
- Use fewer strands near the hairline.
- Increase density as you move further back on the lace.
7. Customize the Hairline
- To create a realistic look, ventilate the hairline with irregular spacing and thinner density.
- Use tweezers to pluck excess hair for a softer, natural hairline.
8. Trim and Style
- Once the ventilating process is complete, trim any excess hair or lace.
- Style the wig or closure as desired.
Tutorial Video for Ventilating Lace front
Tips for Success
- Practice patience: Ventilating lace is a time-consuming process, especially for beginners. Take your time to ensure neat and even results.
- Use good lighting: Proper lighting helps you see the lace holes clearly.
- Experiment with density: Adjust the number of strands per knot and spacing to achieve the desired fullness.
- Start small: Practice on a small piece of lace before working on a full wig or frontal.
By mastering this technique, you can create custom lace front wigs or closure wigs that look natural and professional!