How To Cut Lace Off Wig | For Beginners
- Posted on 09 June, 2019
- Hair Knowledge
- By Anonymous
Today's video is a beginner walk through on how to cut the lace off your wigs. I'll go over some of my tips and tricks;
1. Pick you lace cutting method; on the head, on a mannequin head or off the head.
2. Cut close to the hairline, but don't cut too too close. Always cut less than you think and then work your way up.
3. Don't cut straight across, cut in a small wavy or zig zag motion.
4. Take your time! :)
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Hey, what's up you guys so in today's video, I'm gon na show you how to cut the lace off your wigs. So, as you might be able to tell, I still have the lace on my wig right now, so I'm gon na cut it in today's video and I'll cut it on camera and show you guys what I do and give you my tips and tricks. So if this is your first time, cutting little lace off your wig, don't be nervous, you'll be fine, so let's go ahead and just get right into it. Alright, so the first thing you want to consider is where you want to cut your lace and what I mean by that is there's like three main ways. I can think of so the first one being putting the wig on your head like this and cutting the lace, while the wig is on your head or number two is. If you have like a coarse head like this or a Styrofoam head or any kind of mannequin head, that, you can put your wig on, pin it to the head, and then you can touch the lace while the wig is on a mannequin head. You can do that as well or for the third option. If you don't want to do either of those two you can just have the wig off and in your hands or like in your lap and just cut the lace off like that. So all three ways are valid options. It honestly just boils down to like personal preference, which one makes you more comfortable in which one do you think will give you the most control over how you're cutting the lace. That being said, I know a lot of people recommend cutting the lace while the wig is on your head as being the best option. I personally think that when you cut it on your head, it kind of helps the lace form to the shape of your head. I don't know how much truth there is to that, but I know some people like to cut it cut the lace while the wig is on their head because they like to kind of make their own hair line so as they're cutting they'll kind of like mimic. The dips and turns of their natural hair line or if they want to like, fade away like a widow's peak if they have one, you can do that as well. I'M not gon na mess around with the hair line today, so we're just gon na go ahead and get it into you. Cutting the lace and I like to use small scissors. I feel like it gives you more control, so I'm using nail cutting scissors today. So I'm gon na go ahead and start I'm just gon na cut it right in the middle and this one has baby hair. So I'm gon na be careful not take up baby hairs, so I'm gon na go ahead and make your first snip. So here's the thing: how much do you cut is? Like always the question. I know a lot of people say it cut as close to the hairline as possible. I don't like to cut too too much so always cut less and you think, and then, if you need to cut more, you can always cut more after. But I feel like that's like one mistake that you can do is cutting off too much. I do like to leave a little bit of lace I feel like it helps blend the wig into your skin. After especially, if you want to use glue or like got to be glued, having a little bit of extra lace helps you make it blend, so I'm gon na go ahead and start cutting. Oh and another tip that I have is not to cut your lace like straight across but kind of make like little wavy motions just because if it's straight across you kind of have that obvious demarcation of like your wig ends here and your skin starts. But if it's like a little bit wavy, it kind of helps for it to blend a little bit better. I know some people use these like fun scissors, a little picture here, so you guys know it. I mean like the little big size scissors. I know some people use that um. I don't have one of those but yeah. If you want to cut in like a little bit of a wavy jaggedy pattern, I think it helps to blend the wig to your skin, so I'm in a zinc arsenal of it. So you can see, and then, when you get to this part over here, you can just kind of pull it taut and continue cutting all right. So this is what I have so far, so I did cut it fairly close to the hairline, but you can still see there is a little bit of lace, but it blends really nicely into the skin. So I'm really happy with how this is looking right. Now, all right, so this is what she looks like with all the lace cut off. I'M super happy with how this turned out, and I hope you guys found this video helpful, especially if you are new to wigs and new to cutting lace. Let me know in the comments down below, if you guys must see any other way, videos from me cuz. I do want to create like a beginner series for people who are beginners to wigs. So let me know if you have any questions or any videos that you want to see in the comments down below and if you guys haven't subscribed already. Please do and I'll see you guys in my next video
Comments
Ann Victoria: I would love beginner videos. I'm losing my hair and will need to resort to wigs soon and I really don't know where to start, there's so much info out there, it's hard to sort.
Sherry Craig: I'm losing my hair from thyroid issues and have always had thin hair but now, it's bad! I love wigs but have always been afraid to try a lace front wig. Thank you for showing this!!! Gettin' me a lace front right now! If you want suggestions for new videos in this series, I'd love to see one one "how long you can wear a glued on lace front wig" or " how to take off a lace front wig/ release the glue"?
Jamie: Im getting a wig and im scared to cut the lace LMFAOOO
Angel Sky and the Crazy 5: I already know how to do this, just watching to support because your adorable and I LOVE your videos!!
Emmi B: Can’t wait to see how you style this FC. it looks so natural!! Thank you for the tip video.
Stephan Steffanides: Thanks , this is my first lace wig and i am so nervous - i loved your personality and i feel so much more comfortable in this new experience. lots of love -- Lilly
chris toop: Thanks for this video, I’m getting a new human hair lace front wig as I’m a Norman reedus/Daryl Dixon cosplayer and want the hair to look as natural as possible and I feel confident it will after watching your tips
Rosita oovoojaver: You have one of the smoothest calming voice. Thank you for the video!♥️
Christine Kirby: Thank you so much for this video! It's so nice to see a caucasians normalizing wig wearing. I just bought my first wig because I'm tired of extensions pulling on my hair. This helps so much!
CallieMae: This was perfect! I’m trimming for the first time. You did a perfect tutorial. Thank YOU
Laykan Thee Alien: *Right to the point and such great tips!! Especially cutting with a bit of a wave so it's not s harsh line!! You are adorable btw!!*
Juli Brown: Thanks I learned something today with your technique.
Cherie Farmborough: I’m new to using wigs. I want the best type of hair that is natural. Love it to be long, meaning to the bottom of my back and very Wavy.
TS S: Thank you this helped me alot. Just bought my first lace front ♥️
thegreenmanofnorwich: I just got my first lace front wig and I found this incredibly helpful
Rosemary Saunders: Thanks for this video! I'm just now having to rely on wigs due to hair loss. I must say your wig is phenomenal, especially w/the fine baby hairs! It looks so realistic & natural. May I ask the brand & style name?
Magnum Research: That was fantastic girl I've been looking for a video to show me how to cut the lace off of my new wig my hair is getting so thin and I'm so much older now. Thank you for doing the video doll
Debbie Moody: Your video was so great easy and you made it fun I really enjoyed it thank you so much Debbie
Brigette Rose: Excellent tutorial! And those zig zags scissors are called pinking shears usually can buy them in the sewing section :)
Mark Alexander: Thanks. Have my first wig on it's way and I'm really worried about messing it up when I try and cut the lace. Btw is there any particular brand/type of wig glue you recommend? and do you NEED to use a glue or is it just recommended that you do? Subbed so I can see any more "new to wigs" vids you post xx
Kim Lindsay: I'm a new wig wearer and just got my first lace wig, so Im a little nervous, thank you for this!!
i_am_Kehlani: Thanks Janna. I'm beginner, and your tutorial very helpful. I have an ordinary scissors, so I'm terrified
Mave: I know I'm a wig OG because all I'm concerned with is that awesome parting space!
J: Do you cut around the ears? This was super helpful. My wigs are on the way to me but I’m getting ready and prepped now
Mema Del Rey: You look like the Barbie's I would play with as a child. You are beautiful thanks for the helpful advice
Google Account: Concise and effective!! Thank you for helping us
Janette Kemp: Great tutorial, thank you :)
the wimpy kid fan: Think she fab! I’m a beginner of wearing wigs and I watch all her videos and they really help thank you hunni plus your beautiful too x
afriendcalled5: Thank you! Short and to the point!
mindy olsen: These tips are so helpful! I just ordered my first Lace Front Wig from https://www.bestwigoutlet.com and can't wait to try it out.
Sarah Headley: I'm new to wearing wigs and I would love to see more videos for beginners
soph scots: Thank you Janna,such a great help xx
CP3 Warrior: Superb! Awesomely done young lady!!! You’re so adorable and sweet!! Totally SUBSCRIBING to YOUR CHANNEL!
Rae Suzanne: Thank you for this video, I just received a wig which didn't say it was lace and I panic.
Rebecca Lamboy: I’m fairly new to wigs but I swear they’re like tattoos and piercings were addictive for me. I have 9 already I think? But a beginners series would be great. Two topics I’d like to see are how to make the wig more natural and if you do chose to glue it how do you use the Got to Be spray in the yellow can? Thanks for a great video!
modernista71: I am a beginner and I want to say thank you. This video is helpful!
Keto Poppy: "Zig zag scissors" adorable. They are called pinking sheers. Good job on the video
Chantrea Howze: video was very helpful for a beginner like me. Also, I have a very short attention span and loved how you got right to the point in the video. I hate when i come on youtube to learn how to do something and the instructor rambles on for 40 minutes about nothing before they even start the lesson.
Valeria Iskorneva: Thank you ! This was very helpful ! Queen ❣️
Robin Mendoza: I'm a beginner crossdresser new to wigs I bought my 1st wig a little while back but never a lace front this helped me out so much thank you!!!
Lauren : Thank you for teaching us how to cut the lace front correctly. The 78 negative views are people that are jealous of your beauty!
Gianna Diaz: Thanks for the video, I just got a new lace wig and this video was helpful. I would like to know where did you got the wig you are wearing on this video. Thanks for the tutorial. ✌
Ms. Chel: great job, this is a scary process
Shelby Bearr: When I was little I cut my hair with those zig zag scissors lol
mindy olsen: These are great tips and it looks beautiful! That you for sharing. I have found really great quality wigs from https://www.bestwigoutlet.com/category/wigs/lace-front-wigs/ if you are in the market.
Sherrie Grennell: Thank you for the tips!
Lil Bat Ashlyn: Thank you!!! So straight forward! Lol New subscriber
TrishaLouDotCom: So helpful! Thank you. ❤
Ugly Jerk: when you get used to it how long does it take? i've had colored hair for years but need a job and have had some trouble with it, is this something that is time consuming because i've spent hundreds of dollars to maintain my colored hair and don't just want to dye it black
Becky Halfhill: I'm getting my first partial lace front wig tomorrow. Will I have to cut the lace??? LOL I barely am adjusting to the standard cap. If you use glue do you glue the lace or just above it or what. I'm nervous and excited at the same time!
Sharon Jacobs: Very helpful, thank you!
Jackie Ireland: I enjoyed your video. I am very new to wigs so could use all the help I can get
Angel Sky and the Crazy 5: I know this is a wig tutorial, but can we tall about your nails!!!
Anna Metry: have you tried dying a wig from black to neon? It’s really cool (Ur a Queen ♥️♥️♥️)
Kelly Shipes: Hi, I am new to wearing wigs. I am going thru chemo and my hair is falling out. I bought a wig with 13x6 lace front. The lace is flipping up along the hairline and on the sideburns. How do you lay them down?
ליאורה יפת: Where can I order a wig like yours is beautiful?
W Brennisen: Great video, Super helpful for Me. Thanks :)
Jules: I def. want to know how I can afford a wig that has lace light enough for my white chick skin and not that really stiff korean lace that’s itchy. I’m losing my hair from meds or thyroid, who knows, but I can’t afford FC wigs for over a grand and it’s not like they take insurance. I look ridiculous with blonde hair but all brown hair wigs usually have darker lace or black roots. Maybe I should start a channel. Does FC give influencers wigs? There is a wig bank in my city but you have to be indigent or afford $1000 wigs, there is literally no in between. It is very frustrating. I wish they’d have a donate what you can wig bank…
Never Filtered Always Fabulous: Yes!! More videos for wigs!!
Misty Hauser: Can you tell where you got that wig? I love the part. The whole wig looks natural. I love it!!!
Lacey Ann: WOW,I love your videos,thank you for sharing , I got the same one from eseewigs..com two days ago, shipped by EMS,amazing quality !!!
Rosario De Jesus: Very nice and how should I leave my natural hair in a ponytail or loose because it's my first top lace wig I just got it I don't have any experience with with wigs
Couponing Jen: New subscriber I’d love to see more beginner wig videos :)
Allison Koen: THIS IS A GREAT HELP THANK U
Lizzie Flamingo: One of the best videos out there
Ilse De Beer: You are cutting the lace, but not looking while you are cutting, I mean, how the hell do you see what you're doing? I am always afraid to cut my lace front wigs, but need to get the small scissors, they are way better and yours looks great, so I might cut off a little more. I also need the head stand thing, as I don't cut it on my head, I cut it on the foam heads
Moriah: Do I cut all the lace or leave a little ?
Miss.McGillion: And how do you apply the lace wig with glue?
Sheryl'Lyn Rivera: How do you do it so the back does not feel lumpy? I put a stocking on, and still feel that bulge in the back help?!
Starr Andrews-Strong HGactivist: Do you have a video on sewing a band on your lace eig ?
Karen Boothe *: What is the function of the lace front? Leaving a little lace ~can't people see it when they are close up to talking to you? What if it doesn't match your skin tone? I hope you reply back, as I noticed you haven't responded to the other viewers questions. Thanks so much for sharing ♀
Frederica Paul: Very amazing video,last month I got the best quality one from newigstyle
Elf Princess: What wig are you wearing? The part looks very natural. What did you do to the part to make it natural looking?
Rockhem Jade : thanks this helps a lot. :)
Lady Steel: I got a new one, I’m doing this today, wish me luck!
Shacookie Johnson: Your a very good teacher
S Klehm: Yes please tips for beginners. Thank you
Lisa Gardner: I just got a wig and I had one prior and I cut the lace way too short I’m gonna try your tips with the doing doing the scissors at an angle instead of straight across I have a really tiny hand so I’m not sure if the cut off a lot of the ear
Aggie Justice: When I place the wig on my head, the top of my head looks so high.
Juli Brown: Oh by the way your wig is pretty I wish I could by it.
Robert Lindsey: Thanks for sharing this great video, I order the same product from newigstyle..com yesterday
kolbinurse: Just got my first wig and excited to cut the lace, but what can I do if the lace is a lot darker than my skin?
Turtle Shell: Is there a way to blend whats left into your skin or will people always be able to know its a wig if they are up close?
TheMrsGaskins: Thank you!
Marilena Manna: Very nice. So at the end you didn't use glue on the top and on the sides ? Just need to understand
Mark Herma: How do you cut the lace at the ear?? Like that weird tab!!! I’ve cut the lace off my wig around the hairline but it gets weird around the ear area and I dont want to ruin it
jennifer Carney: I'm a beginner and I just found out that I have cancer and I love that you made this video but I'm so scared that it's not going to come out right please help me and maybe give me some ideas on this and maybe some more wigs help please and thank you
Aminah Allen: I can see the ring light in your room reflected in your eyes
Sabrina Mckenzie: Thank you sis
Nicole VanGuilder: Where do you get you wigs from I would like to get one i have alopecia an need good wigs
Chelsea: If I had seen you in a video or in person with that wig on, I would have thought it was your real hair
Megan Hofland: Thank you!
Rachel S: Thank you for the tutorial. As a transgender woman who unfortunately has the receding male hairline I have to wear wigs.
Bobby Britneny Fitzpatrick: Can u post a link for the wig so I can find one for my self
Cali RACKS: What step is after you cut it?
Shay Vibes: can you do a video on how to do baby hairs on lace
PaladinVera: my gf just got a wig, so i sent them this vid!
Laykan Thee Alien: Is that your natural eye color!? Either way very pretty!!
Stephanie Brown: How do we cut the lace that hangs over the ears?
Spookpy: thank u !