A lace front wig is a popular choice if you want a natural hairline. It has a thin lace at the front by the forehead, where the hair appears to grow straight out of the scalp.
The result is soft and realistic – especially when the colour, fit and placement are right.
What a lace front wig is
Lace is a thin, transparent mesh. In a lace front it sits right at the front by the hairline, and the hairs are hand-knotted into the mesh to create a soft transition between skin and hair.
This makes the wig look real at the front, and lets you wear your hair away from your face or create a parting close to the hairline.
Why it looks natural
The lace blends into the skin instead of ending in a visible edge. That is the difference from a classic wig, where the hair starts abruptly.
Four things decide how good the result is: the right lace shade for your skin tone, the right hair density at the hairline, the right placement and an edge cut to match your own hairline.
Who it suits
You, if you want a natural hairline and styling freedom at the front. It works particularly well for hair loss at the front, and if you want to be able to wear your hair off your face.
If you need to wear your hair up completely freely, a lace front is not always enough – then a frontal is the way to go. We explain the difference in Lace, closure or frontal.
Human hair or synthetic
Human hair gives you the most styling freedom and a natural fall, and can handle heat tools with a heat protectant.
Synthetic hair needs less care and holds its shape by itself, but it cannot be restyled. You will find the full comparison in Human hair or synthetic wig.
Do you need glue?
Not always. Many lace front wigs stay securely in place with the right size, adjustable straps and combs.
Glue or tape is used when the edge needs to lie completely flat or when you have little hair of your own to attach to. If you use it, always dissolve the residue with a remover made for the purpose – never scrub it off, as that is how the lace turns yellow and tears.
How to care for it
Handle the lace gently. Never pull on the edge when you take the wig off – instead, hold the cap at the nape of your neck and lift it forwards.
Avoid products at the hairline, brush from the bottom up, use products made for wigs and store the wig on a stand.
Common mistakes
The wrong lace shade, a hairline that looks too straight and too dense, too much glue and lace cut too close to the hairline.
The last one cannot be undone, which is why we cut the lace for our customers with Lace-Cut. If the hairline looks too even or the knots look too dark, Hairline Perfect solves it.
See our lace wigs.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the lace itself last?
With daily wear, usually one to two years. It is a wear part, just like the elastic band – when it becomes fragile, the front edge is replaced and you keep the rest of the wig.
What is the difference between transparent lace and HD lace?
HD lace is thinner and blends better into the skin, but it is also more delicate and tears more easily. Transparent lace is sturdier and works for most skin tones.
Can I buy a lace front wig online and cut the lace myself?
You can, but it is the step most people regret. If the edge is cut too close, the tiny hairs that make the hairline believable disappear, and that cannot be undone. We can cut it for you before we send the wig.