Every lady likes lace wigs because they are beautiful and simple to fix, style, and maintain. However, most wig wearers still find it difficult to remove a lace front wig without causing discomfort on their scalp, harming their hair, or breaking the lace. It is vital to remove the wig properly in order to have a long-lasting human hair wig.
Lace wigs are both expensive and fragile. While they are simple to maintain, they can easily be destroyed during the installation, cleaning, conditioning, or removal processes if care is not taken. It is critical to remove your real hair lace with care to avoid compromising the lifespan of your wig. Removing the wig properly also protects your scalp, hairline, and edges from injury, keeping you from getting bald.
This article will walk you through the process of removing your lace wig without damaging your hairline or the wig itself. If you’ve been removing your wig and can’t seem to get rid of the frustrations, such as the adhesive sticking to your hair strands or your wig becoming hitched, you should follow the steps below. Even if you have been removing your wig without causing any harm, you should read this guide to ensure you are removing your lace front wig correctly.
Tools and Products Needed for Removing Lace Wig
To get started, you’ll need the following items and tools:
- Spray bottle with conditioner and water: An excellent tool to loosen the lace wig.
- Got2b Glued spray or gel bonds: Good for those who don’t like alcohol.
- Rubbing alcohol: If you used Got2b Glued Spray or gel to secure your wig, alcohol could easily break it down.
- Glue/bond removal solution: This solution is recommended for anyone who has used wig glue or a strong adhesive to secure their wig to their skin.
- Q-Tips: Assist in minimizing mess while applying cosmetics to your hairline.
- Alligator clips or scrunchies: Used to keep hair out of the way while removing the adhesive from your hairline.
- Rattail comb: To assist in lifting the lace from your skin (as needed).
- Wig stand: Used to store your wig after it has been removed.
- Petroleum jelly: Can be used to remove glue residue from your edges.
- To clean your skin, use mild soap and water.
- Cotton balls are used to dispense alcohol.
- Wig shampoo and conditioner are used to clean wigs.
- Toothbrush: For cleaning wigs.
Step-by-step Guideline On How To Remove Lace Wig Properly
Step 1: Get Your Human Hair Lace Wig Ready for Removal
- For long wigs
Pack the human hair wig into a ponytail for better visibility and to prevent putting adhesive remover on the wig strands.
- For short wigs
Use bobby pins to keep hair strands away from the edges so you can see the lace seam and avoid hurting the wig fibers with the glue remover.
Step 2: Use A Liquid Wig Adhesive Remover
- Apply adhesive remover on a washcloth, q-tip, or cosmetics brush.
- Dampen the edges of your lace seam lightly with a soaks washcloth to weaken the glue holding the wig in place. Cover the front and back hairlines, and use extra remover in tight spots.
- Allow the lace to soak the adhesive remover for 1 to 2 minutes or until the lace seam is clearly coming off at the edges.
Step 3: Remove The Lace
- To avoid hurting your hair and the wig strands, gently remove the lace from your baby hairs without pulling.
Step 4: Remove The Wig Tape From The Hairline
- After removing the edges, take the wig tape away from the base by the sides and push the wig off while spraying solvent beneath the lace.
- Portion by portion, gently remove the wig. When you encounter resistance, dab additional adhesive remover on it until the entire wig is removed.
- Take off the human hair lace wig from rear to front. Removing from the front may result in hair pulling, causing discomfort and hair damage.
Step 5: Remove The Wig Cap
- Remove and discard the wig cap.
Step 6: Remove Any Remaining Glue From The Lace Wig
- Place the human hair lace wig’s edges under running water and carefully massage with your fingertips to remove any excess adhesive from the lace.
Step 7: Get Rid of Glue On Your Hair Or Skin
To avoid allergic reactions, perform a skin test before applying adhesive remover to your skin.
How to Perform a Skin Test
- Apply a little amount of adhesive remover to the back of your hand and leave for 24 to 48 hours.
- Wash off and test for allergic responses. If you see any changes in your skin, you should see a dermatologist. If not, apply the adhesive remover to your hairline.
- Scrub your hairline with a little more adhesive remover to eliminate any glue residue.
Step 8: Clean And Wash Your Wig
- If you have worn your lace wig for more than two weeks, wash and condition it.
- To avoid damaging your human hair wig, use wig shampoo and conditioner. Apply a small amount of shampoo to a damp wig and gently massage downwards with your fingertips. Then rinse it under running water. Dampen with a towel and apply conditioner while avoiding the wig’s scalp. Allow for two minutes before rinsing under running water.
Step 9: Keep Your Wig Ready For The Next Use
- Set your wig on a wig stand to dry.
- For the subsequent fixing, brush to the desired style.
- Put your wig in a wig stand or plastic bag to keep it clean.
- Before fixing the wig next time, wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner to make wig fixing easier. Putting on the wig on clean, oil-free hair helps it stay in place and looks more natural.
Conclusion
That’s all there is to it! We hope that this post will help you properly remove your lace wig without causing damage to your natural hair or unit.
Following the procedures outlined above to remove your lace wig can help you avoid breaking your lace, harming your baby hairs, and ultimately, extending the lifespan of your wig.
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