Braided Lace Front Wigs

Styling a braided lace front wig can be versatile and fun while enhancing the wig’s natural appearance.
Step 1: Create Baby Hairs
Baby hairs play a key role in making a braided wig look realistic. Use a razor or small scissors to cut fine strands at the hairline. Style them using edge control and a small brush for smooth, swooped edges.
Step 2: Adjust the Parting
Many braided lace front wigs offer flexibility in parting. You can create a middle part, side part, or even zig-zag parting to change the look. Use a rattail comb to define the part and add mousse to lay down any flyaways.
Step 3: Experiment with Updos
Braided wigs are perfect for versatile styles like high ponytails, buns, or half-up-half-down looks. If the lace is well-secured, you can comfortably pull the braids back without exposing the edges.
Step 4: Add Accessories
Enhance your style by adding hair cuffs, beads, or colorful strings to the braids. These accessories can add a trendy, personalized touch to your wig.

Final Touches: Spray a light sheen to keep the braids shiny and fresh-looking. Avoid using heavy products that might weigh down the braids.

For those who prefer a more secure installation, gluing on a lace front braided wig is a common method.
Step 1: Clean Your Skin
Before applying glue, cleanse your forehead with an alcohol wipe to remove any oils, dirt, or makeup. This step ensures that the adhesive sticks properly.
Step 2: Wear a Wig Cap
Put on a wig cap and secure it, ensuring it covers all your natural hair. Choose a cap that matches your skin tone for a seamless look.
Step 3: Apply Glue
Use a lace wig adhesive specifically designed for wigs. Apply a thin layer of glue along your hairline where the lace will sit. Allow the glue to become tacky before placing the wig on your head. You may need to apply multiple layers, letting each layer dry until it’s sticky.
Step 4: Place the Wig
Carefully place the lace front on the glued area, starting from the center and working your way to the sides. Press down gently using a rat-tail comb to avoid getting glue on your fingers.
Step 5: Set the Lace
After securing the lace, use a blow dryer on a cool setting to help the glue bond. Tie a silk or satin scarf around your hairline for about 10 minutes to set the lace firmly.
Final Touches: Trim any excess lace and style the wig to your liking. Use baby hairs to blend the lace further and achieve a natural look.

Step 1: Prepare the Lace Cap
Begin by preparing a lace wig cap that fits your head shape and skin tone. Place the wig cap on the mannequin's head and secure it with pins.
Step 2: Separate the Lace
Decide on your braid pattern. Whether you want straight back cornrows, square braids, or twists, mark the lace with chalk or a white pencil so you can draw reference lines.
Step 3: Tie the Knot
Take small sections of pre-straightened braided hair and attach them to the lace with a crochet or hook. Thread the hair through the lace and secure it in a loop. Repeat this process until the entire lace area is covered with the braid.
Step 4: Customize the Hairline
To make the wig look more natural, pluck some hair from the front hairline to make a smoother transition between the lace and braids. You can also cut small wisps close to the forehead to create a baby hair effect.
Step 5: Finishing
Once all the braids are done, you can trim the lace to fit your hairline and style the wig. Secure the ends of the braids with elastic bands or dip them in hot water to make them smoother.
Making lace front braided wigs is undoubtedly very time-consuming and labor-intensive. But when you finish the wig, this craft that embodies your hard work and labor must be the best wig.

The key to cutting a braided lace front wig is precision and naturalness.
First, fix the wig on a stand or head, and clip the hair to reveal the lace.
Use small scissors to carefully trim along the hairline, leaving about 2-3 mm of lace edge for better fit on the skin. I recommend that you cut the lace in a wavy shape, because the slanted, wavy lace edge will be more invisible and harder to detect.
The lace around the ears needs to be cut according to the ear shape to ensure a comfortable fit.
Finally, you can use foundation or concealer to adjust the color of the lace to blend with your skin tone. This lace cutting method is also suitable for other closure lace wigs or 360 lace wigs.