Best Closure Tricks & Secrets | Frontals Cancelled Or Nah? Closure Magic | Beginner Friendly
- Posted on 11 April, 2019
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Hey y'all: what's up, this is a 5x5 closure and I'm here to just ask you guys our closures, the new thing our front was cancelled or are y'all still teen front. So we'll let me know, but that's the color, that I'm using on my clients, skin and some of you guys, complain and say that the lace doesn't stick when you use the make up. So you can go ahead and spray. Some holding spray like got stubby gel or the biosilk holding spray and spray on the back of the lace, the same area where you put the makeup at you can go ahead and spray that holding spray and blow-dry it because I just feel like it gives it. An extra hold - and it sticks really really good, while your client holds that down you're gon na go ahead and take the back piece and sew it down, like you see me doing, and the purpose of positioning it like this is because it's not going to give You that traditional closure look, this will give you kind of like a frontal look, and I prefer that look better, because that closure look with the super straight style part. I really don't like that, but this little piece it's very crucial that you go ahead and cut this off, like you guys have seen on my older videos. I always cut this part of the closure off, because this is gon na give you a super flat and super flawless install when you take this little piece out, you can go ahead and take your lace glue, whichever one of your choice, you know, you guys already Know that I, like both hold - and I have the boho active, which is what I'm using in this video and you're just gon na lay the glue down, like you always see me doing, just put it on very thin, smooth it down once it turns clear, you're, Gon na immediately move to the next step, whether it's gon na be to put another layer or whether it's gon na, be to lay your lace down. I use three layers. It gives me a two to four week hold for my clients and myself, and you want to use about this much of the space about half an inch when it comes down to laying your glue. That'S about how wide the length of the glue should be. You guys say that the food doesn't work, it doesn't last, it doesn't stick, but it's probably because you're not using enough glue and I'm not talking about the layers, I'm talking about how much of a space you're taking up like you see me. You know measure it out with my fingers: it's about half of an inch of how much glue you should be using and you're just gon na. Take the lace like you always. Will it's not gon na change just gon na take it lay the lace down into the glue, get a small fine-tooth comb and just smooth it on in. You don't want to use your fingers because that's not gon na be cute. The hair is going to stick to the glue is just don't do that just take the comb into what you see me doing. This is also for you guys who are beginners, and this is a really really good thing. If you don't really know how to plug. I get the question all the time. How do I know if I'm plucking enough? How do I know if I'm not plucking enough? How do I know if I pluck too much so plucking on the clients head? It'S way easier because you actually know how it's coming out and how it's going to look with the finish result when you're plucking on the manikin head it's kind of hard to tell. But you know if you've been doing this for a while you'll know. But for you guys who are beginners, it's best that you pluck on the currents head like you see me doing, because this is going to give you an exact model of what it's going to come out and look like the phone rap that I'm using is Nairobi And I love it, I love Nairobi and of appaji and I love Braille per volume. I know they have weird names, I'll list them down below in the description box, but these are the ones that I love to use and that work for me and I'm sure, they'll work for you as long as you follow all of my steps correctly. If you're new here, I recommend that you watch my videos from oldest to newest you're gon na go ahead and put your head wrap on put your client under the dryer and let that mold down and that's gon na secure. Your lace like that is, what's going to secure your lace and make it last as long as it needs to if you're, just putting the head wrap on your client and blow-drying it by hand, I can assure you that is not drying the way it needs to, And you need to go and buy a sit under dryer, a hooded dryer, whatever you want to call it, you need to go and buy one of those, because that is gon na give you that extra security that you need and once you do, that your legs Will be molded, it's not going nowhere, it's not moving. I can guarantee you it's not going anywhere, then you can go ahead and finish up your styling process. Also, the hot comb is going to be your very best friend. This is gon na give you flawless results. Your lace is gon na lay down super flat. It'S gon na be super natural. It'S your best friend, if you're not experienced with using a hot comb. I do not recommend that you use the hot comb that I'm using I'm using the old-school hot comb that you put on the stove or inside of the Marcel oven, but you can also buy one that you can plug up. He is controlled. The heat will always be the same, so you don't have to worry about much, but I personally think that they don't get hot enough for me. That'S just my opinion, but I know how much you guys wants to see this curling video in depth. I think I'm gon na go live doing a curling technique because it's honestly so hard to record it for you guys and edit it like it's not the same as seeing it in person or doing it. You know, step by step on a live video, so if you want to see me go alive for my very very first time on YouTube comment down below and let me know if you want to see my curling techniques with the flat iron and right now, I'm Just laying grid a little bit when you're doing curls, it's very crucial that you do add light layers, even if you don't want heavy layers, it's crucial that you add layers because of the simple fact that once you've curled the hair and comb it out, it's just Gon na look so bland and so blah, you have to add those layers to give you that. Look that you're going for, like I said, if you want to see me, do this on live. I will just let me know down in the comments if you want to see this technique and another thing that is also very helpful. If you get some holding spray and comb the hair, exactly how you want it, the curls will last for a very long time as long as the hair is of good quality and it holds the curl and you put the holding spray on it and you layer It it's going to be a perfect combination, so I'm here to extra guys our closures in and frontals out, which I say I hope you have enjoyed this video I'll, see you next time. Peace,
Comments
Fashionrelse: Closures will forever be my favorite I can’t get down with the frontals!
ediesmiles1: Great Video! I love both; for my new clients trying wigs, closures, or frontals; I like to start with 4x4 closures due to the maintenance and also to increase the growth of the edges from traction aleopcia! The more my clients get educated and the growth is apparent, we may do Frontal pontails, 360, and the basic frontal to provide rest on the rest of the hair/ scalp. As a licensed stylist, I want my clients to grow healthy natural hair, change up styles/cuts/ color without damage! But, Babygirl, I’ve been subscribed just 3!days, and I learned more from you from any hair Youtuber and my Beauty School! Watching and Leaning; Thank You #HairbyEdie in Cali
Jess Harris: Team closures for me! It’s easier lol. Edit: Of course we would like to see your curling techniques! I will have to watch it a few times lol.
Posh Ivy: I could watch you do hair all day!! This is so pretty and done with excellence and care. Your attention to detail is everything! Frontals are great but it's easier for me to maintain a closure. And yes, I would love to see you do a LIVE curling video!! ❤❤❤
Chynamocha: This looks amazing! & I cancelled frontals once I realized you can get this look without all the hassle of a frontal. Closures for the win!
Deja Russell: This is like my 7th video today and i feel like i can do any hairstyle now
Shay Perfect Williams: Thank you for this video sooo much coming from someone who is wanting to learn to do wigs as a protective style! Do you have a video that breaks down the con& pros of a frontal vs a closure or would a glueless wig be the better option? Thanks in advance ❤️
itz Sheena: Girrrrlllll!!! This is my second time watching this video and believe me when I tell you that me and my sister's closure wigs are LAID! I made both of them and this is her first lace wig. Thank you!
London Irene: When doing my sisters hair we found closure are best , less itching. The true up side to a frontal in my opinion is the versatility!
Nickole Clark: Watching your videos give me the confidence to do my own hair. I think frontal are beginner friendly so i'm here for it. I absolutely loved how you slay every style
sisanda mrali: girl!! nowadays I found myself being #teamClosure, with these nice sizes !! I love them especially the 7x7
Khalyn Lanise Elder: Love you Erika!! Your content is so helpful!! It's definitely benefiting me and my business.
Star Seed77: I'm loving that side method I'm definitely going to make a wig with the CLOUSURE to the side like that it looks just like a frontal on one side and on the other side you can load hair for SUPER FULLNESS
Shandra Cremer: It really depends on the style for me. If I want a bob with a side part a closure will do the trick, if I want to do versatile hair styles I would use a frontal. It just depends on the style and look I'm going for tbh. So team both.
Foreign Queen: Flawless Install Slayed the hell out that closure And as long as your doing the closure They will ALWAYS be in !
MzUnique Forever: I'm so grateful for your videos. I'm learning more from your videos about applying wigs. ❤ Edit: how long should they stay under the dryer?
Lee Spann: I’m getting tired of frontals the maintenance is to much..but the way you just finessed that closure
Monique A: Ericka can you show us how to make a deep side part closure wig? I’m definitely #TeamClosure ✨
Princess Na'Drea: Yes i love it ! Cant wait to try this method ! U give a flawless finish everytime ! Everysince ive ran into your channel your literally the only person i watch faithfully now only because i feel like we have more in common and i like your style + effort ! That alone means so much to me u have my FULL SUPPORT!! Thankyou !!
Alice Plamedie: Sis this was sooooo beautifully made. I love me a side parting with like them vintage curls girl you know what I’m talking about I will deffo be doing this hairstyle soon xxx
Karen Hull: I vote YES for the live curling technique!!!
CallmePhoenix: Team closure!!!! I would love to see your curling technique and also a cutting tutorial! Pleeeeaase lol! Love your videos and your energy, keep up the great work sis!
L S: Girl, you got mad skills. Made the difficult LOOK simple. Would LOVE to see you do a live!
Alena Miranda: This look is perfectI start school next week n am so tired of look like crap so my mom is gonna put in a lace front for me so I ain’t manage my natural hair all the timethank u, I hope my mom can style it as well as u did
daskysnotlimited: If you like the versatility of styling your lace like it’s your own, braiding the front down etc. then frontal. Now if you don’t mind rocking the same side or middle part then closure( yes I know you can switch it up a lil, but not like a frontal). As for me frontals had my ❤️ from the start! Thanks again E.J. for the great content.
Tyariney Monique: I really love the fact that you share your techniques thank you sooo much
belleandchic1: Team Closure....I would love more videos showing closures some love, lol. Frontal are the majority of tutorials nowadays. LOVE your videos....new subbie. I need go watch all your closure videos so I can understand the part of the closure that you cut off.
Lelah Harmon: This is the BEST closure install on YouTube sis. You are amazing
Jetun Nadine: What I need to get good at is glueless closures so I don’t have to keep laying the frontals down
Miss Gurley: I am definitely a Closure girl!!!
Danzetta Danzetta: Closures are making a comeback especially the 6x6 closures..You can have a frontal look without the hassle of your ear tabs exposing our ass
Dominiquee Brandon: I wonder how successful would I be if I tried this method but to make a wig vs a sew in btw I absolutely love you & your work! ❤️
Charlotte Emetom: Closures are IN indefinitely!!! This will be my next wig project!!!!
S3CR3T: I’m team closure! I’m just looking to find a 6x6 or 7x7 closure would be perfect!
Genaille Hall: I love closures but you definitely slayed that frontal....absolutely beautiful
NAIJEDO: MS ERICKA J. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR TRANSPARENCY AND AMAZING TUTORIALS. HONESTLY, YOU'RE ONE OF MY INSPO! I STARTED MY HAIR COMPANY AND ITS THRIVING AFTER I WATCHED ALL YOUR VIDEOS.
YummyCandi Collection: This is beautiful!! Yes definitely on the LIVE curling technique
Lora Nesbitt: I vote yes for your curl technique. Used to get your emails telling me when you’re going live I don’t get them anymore. I am getting everything late now
Moinyaa: Yes to the curling technique! This is amazing
Tamika: as usual. Definitely trying this! Do you have a braiding technique video that you can refer me to or are you thinking about doing one? I think the way I’m doing my braids is deterring me from getting the flattest install possible...
Chels: Ericka, closures are definitely IN , they are low to maintain Perfect installation as always
Zipporah Woodruff: I’ve never seen a closure look so good
QuèénT0810: I feel like I can do hair by watching this video but I can’t thanks for the dream lol great detailed video
Healed Delivered, set free with green power: I am so happy I came across this closure video, I can’t stand my whole head with glue .
iamBabyGirl Franklin: Ericka honey you did THAT, best install award goes to you sweetie❤ very talented
SouthernBelleBEE: This is very helpful!!! Very informative!! Thank you for providing info via YouTube.
Chirese Hoskie: I have a question- almost all of the videos I see of frontal installs feature clients / models with no natural sideburns and the look is achieved with the frontal. How would the scenario go if someone actually has pretty lengthy natural sideburns? Would they have to be cut?
Nina Amore: I love it girl! Who would give u a thumbs down
Nicole D Johnson: Absolutely flawless! Do you have a video on how to install a "glueless" lace closure?
PhinerBeauty: I don’t know much about hair but I really want to get into it! I wear sew ins and wigs a lot. I would love to see you going live! I love your curls!
Tejuana maggette: Thank you I really want to be good at closures abs frontals and plucking
maxriderox7111: exactly how a closure should look. period
Kyla Antoine: I like this technique & I will be using it. Please go live showing your curl technique. Her curls are definitely poppin!
⫷CLEO⫸: Honestly I recently discovered U-part wigs and to me, personally, they’re the absolute
Birdy Flysouth: Hunni hush, you did it again, absolutely beautiful. Frontals are more versatile.
Infamousjas: I’m still into frontals but I’m team closure mostly since my hairline is really weird and low so it’s hard to work with when it comes to frontals
Toni Patrice: You never fail to slay❤️ Please go live with a curling tutorial I’ll be waiting
ashley emmanuel: Wow @ 4:48 I was like oh she must’ve already cut the lace, there’s nothing there. But then you started cutting the lace . That closure melted completely down. Great job, your vids and your work are amazing.
Barbie jake: A Great job looks so lovely, love the curls
Fay E: Erica another great Job the wig looking so lovely Yes want to see you on LIVE
Nadia Layla: Yaas for the curling technique live! Love the closure trick
UniQua ShiQuan: Team frontal. I like being able to pull my hair all the way BYKE in a ponytail or when the wind blows I ain’t worried
Keairra Vincent: That’s The Way You Slayyy A Closure Honey You Did So Beautiful Great Results Loveee❤️❤️ You’re Work You’re Amazing✨✨✨
Boujee Kee: I’d love to see a curling technique live
Nishata: Madd SKILLZ!! I Prefer closures but must be wide enough for coverage such as 5x5, 6x6 or 7x7
Michelle Woods: Miss EricaJ, Madam CJ Walker invented the hot comb she was the first African American woman who was an entrepreneur in black hair. You should look her up I think you would love her knowledge she was ahead of her time. I like both frontals and closure depends on what look you are going for
Therése Howell: Can you remove the side pieces of the closure when making a wig? Will it affect the durability of the wig or will it be the same?
Karen Hull: Seems closures are much easier especially with your tricks!!!
Lisa Brown: Love ur techniques and slay styles. For some reason when I lay lace down with glue it Holds well but as soon as I lay babyhairs with aphogee foam the lace always lift. I use coats of glue and use HOT blowdryer to melt glue into lace. Right after I put aphogee on babyhairs and that's when lace lift. Getting frustrated. Don't know why it lifts. What am I doing wrong?
Brookie Brook: Question: Where do you get lace glues like Bold Hold? Or what are some alternatives that would work as good as Bold Hold?
jilienne sylvester: How long does the closure sew-in last?
Anne's World: Curling hair with a flat iron is not that difficult guys. I've watched 2 or 3 videos of Ericka and I've been able to do it. And I am not even a hairstylist.
LaTicaN1: I would LOVE to see you go live and do your curling technique!!
Dark & lovely: A great video I loved it Ericka ,I'm team frontal
TheHareLife: Bomb definitely have to try this!!!! Can’t wait for the live
Justine Ree: I need my hair done next Lovin the look u did that girlfriend !#Melted
TheKutieK’s: Please do a video on how you construct a side part wig and applying it! ❤️❤️
AKIYIAKELLY: #YesGoLive I cant curl with the flat iron for nothing. I tried for years. The curls come out looking crazy...lol
Lene aka Money Money: Closures are in and I'd love to see you do this method live
Safoyaahh: Would you have either frontal or closure to be at least an inch forward when doing a sewin on a client as you would making a wig?? Thank you !!
Kat Walker: I think I’m allergic to hold hold it broke my hairline out really badly and it made me bleed a little but it works sooooo well
Arniessie Owens: Yes,yes,yes I would love to see you curl hair live!
Arleen’s favorite Bryant: Love ❤️ it with the closure I do and you said it was a 5x5 I will order me one of them to see if I can make it work
Elle: The 6 x 6 closure find itOn my small head it goes perfectly from ear to ear and I love love having the luxury of parting anywhere
Ashley Alexxis: Never had nothing like this in my head and I just want to know how you take it out??? This is beautiful btw honey !
Zandria Brewer: How long does it take for each layer to dry
StephanieDaStylist: Girl I love watching your videos. I fall in love everything. I'm praying I get to that level much love
Antonia Williams: I just got into frontals and I love them. I followed ur videos
Aniyah Carr: My stylist used bold hold and it was sticky even days after and was lifting i took the wig off with water a week later but the cap was stuck like the wig should’ve been i needed alcohol to get the cap off. When I redo my lace what should i do to to keep it from being sticky all the time?
everso_ humbled: Ericka you kilt it again another beautiful jod that you're done and yes you know we want to see the curl technique on a live with you.
Amychelle Hill: Closures have always been my fav!! Yes go live...love all your vids!!
Torri Eley: Ericka , will you have 5×5 in 613 ? Love the videos . I've learned so much and it's a process I've advanced so much
joyous soul: Hey ms.Ericka I was wondering if you had of bought lace tint from tayloredcrowns.com for THIS particular client what color would you have used? Asking for myself since we’re the same exact skin tone ... thank you . I hope you answer back
Tevy TheEntertainer: I love ur work!! Ur an awesome teacher too!! I was able to really GRASP this method!! I’d like to follow ur IG!!
Ella Medupin: YOU BLOW MY MIND EVERYTIME Ericka!
CYNSCITY: Been wearing closures for so long I’m scared of frontals but I’ll be trying one soon
D: I love your method, knowledge, & personality..100% support to u love!
Slayed By Sym: Can you do a closure tutorial with kinky/curly hair?❤️
LiY LiY: Wow! I need my hair done by YOU! New subscriber!!!
Cierra Newman: Looks super natural!! Very nice!!