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Scratchy lace front
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Permalink Reply by Katie331 on
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Hi! I don't have a lace front but did find my wig really really itchy for the first month or two. After a while my scalp got used to it (or I stopped thinking about it as much, which likely helped). Good luck. It's a tough transition but you'll get in the groove in no time.
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Permalink Reply by Lexi on
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I don't know what kind of wig you have that would be itchy. Is it a good name brand wig? Hard to imagine it being itchy, and my skin is super sensitive to almost everything and anything. Never had one itch. I have read online some of the ethnic wig brands have scratchy lace. Actually, one I was considering trying, because they are so cheap. I thought if I do ever try it, and the lace was scratchy, what I would do.....I would probably try to either get a wig grip so that the grip in closest to my skin, or get something soft like velvet or felt, and somehow affix it to the backside of the lace that was irritating me. Or is it irritating your whole scalp? Then I get just a wig cap should work. ? Maybe I am misunderstanding your concern. ?? Oh, no, it does say lace front. So my first two suggestions would be what I would do. No, you cannot get "used" to itchy lace if you have sensitive skin. At least I think not.
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Thank you, Lexi. Perhaps I should clarify. The lace fronts are stiff and the edges have a way of leaving tiny scratches right at the hairline. I was hoping someone might know of a way to soften the lace or somehow prevent it from scratching. It seems from my wig shopping, that many expensive wigs have this lace front feature. I have purchased a few recently since I lost most of my hair very quickly in the last few months due to alopecia. At the wig shop they trimmed the lace for me, but the problem is still there. The brands I have are not inexpensive. I thought.. The more expensive the more comfortable, right? I must be missing something!
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Hi Deb,
I totally understand what you are talking about. It's the thing that bothers me the most about wearing a wig. I seen a thing on u-tube that talks about it and they fold the lace under and sew it. Supposedly that works. I haven't tried it yet. As far as I can tell it doesn't matter what price you pay for the wig. Mine was 450 and is really scratchy. I just got one yesterday for 100 and so far it's not scratchy but I'm sure it will get that way. When it does, I'm going to try sewing it. I just didn't want to do that to the expensive one. Plus there isn't enough lace on the expensive one to fold under. Good luck.
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What I do with the stiff lace fronts is use tape. (I have to use tape to keep it on.) I use the lace front tape around the front perimiter, and the lace front rests on that so that it doesn't scratch. If you go to You-Tube, they have some really good videos on how to use lace front tape.HTH!
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http://www.millineryshop.net/Slip-not or http://www.thehairgrip.com/
If you Google wig grips, many items come up. Would any of these help? OK, lace front tape is a good idea as well. Hope you find a solution. I couldn't stand to wear something that was itching and irritating my scalp....!!
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Permalink Reply by scarredbeauty on
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Hello I have problems with the different lace used for closures and wigs. Remember is you want better quality then you will have to decide comfort or price. Due to my skin and scalp condition I needed quality but was very difficult to find because i need not only real hair but soft lace as well. this is what started my own hair line made exclusively for me. French lace closures and real human hair. You can see and read my story at beautifulhairx.com
Custom wigs coming very soon
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Permalink Reply by Alo-mom on
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My daughter is 27 with AU. This is how we stopped itching. First Hair Direct has a spray call Scalp Protector that she sprays on. It is in a small pump bottle and really works for her. Next she does wear a wig cap for several reason, one any perspiration is picked up by this and your wig does not become dirty as quick, second for security reasons. She now has no problem with her lace front . mono top stretch back hand tied wig. Since she prefers to use a special double sided tape from Hair Direct called Supertape she has a thin skin silicon material over the lace front so that when she puts it on and takes it off daily, she does not lose hair. She does swear by Scalp Protector. You should read my comments on my trip to China to find a factory that produces human hair custom all hand tied wigs at a very good price point and the quality I have found is outstanding. I was so fed up with Salons and what they were trying to sell me I went to China in October of 15 and worked with factories to design a cap for my daughter and find her a source that she could work with till the cure is found for AA. Feel free to contact me at georged5050@gmail.com if you need further information or advice. I am here to help those who need help with wigs or advice on wearing them or types that are best for people with AA. Hope this helps, my best to you. Lisa
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Hello there! I know exactly what you are going through. I experienced the same when purchasing wigs from a beauty supply. The glueless cap wigs have very hard lace, almost does not seem like lace. I believe the French lace is hard and last longer than the Swiss lace. Try to purchase wigs with Swiss lace. The velvet wig grip is also helpful as previously mentioned. I have found that the most comfortable wigs are custom orders which can also be very expensive ($500-$600). The best quality wigs run into the $1000's but are very comfortable and last for years.
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I know this is an old thread, but saw it this afternoon and wanted to throw in my two cents.
I have purchased four pieces of the same brand and same style over the course of eight months, all $300+ pieces (Belle Tress, HR synth/monotop) and had two with ungodly scratchy lace and two that were nice and soft, so I don't necessarily think it's a cost issue?
Early on in the game I purchased distilled water to wash all my synthetic hair, and while a complete PITA, it kept the hair and lace softer. But I got tired of hauling it home from the warehouse club, and felt silly hoarding distilled water, so switched to tap. Using tap water that's hard leaves a buildup on synth and turns it into straw that even conditioner cannot mitigate. I've noticed it makes the lace stiffer as well.
For my "first shampoo" this go-around I put a couple tablespoons of white vinegar in the water with the shampoo (which I regularly use in the laundry to combat water hardness), and it seems to have removed some mineral buildup and softened everything. You might try that - just be sure to do it in the first shampoo so you can get the vinegar smell out. I've used it in my laundry on rinse cycle on sportswear and discovered a strong vinegar odor that wasn't pleasant! :-)
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You don't have to wear itchy closures. I had the same problem and same for the hair weave. Read this.
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The scalp and skin are very sensitive and requires special care. That's why I had to find my own ha comfortable closure and true human hair replacement. Too much money was spent with others looking for that didnt itch, and wasn't wiggy. I have had my hair sewn in and also had custom wigs made. I also save all my leftover hair from extensions and have wigs made. You too can. I have accepted my situation and the need for nothing but the best. Since I couldn't afford it from someone else i had to get my own international connect build a relationship and this is how I resolve my problem and then I thought of you. Yes those like me and now affordable exceptional quality healthy human hair. Visit us @ Beautifulhairx.com read owners story @ https://beautifulhairx.com/pages/about-us-1
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