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How to Blend Leave-Out?

Ever felt lost about how to blend leave-outs with your wig?

Or struggling to get a seamless blend that's undetectable? While getting an impeccable result can be truly tricky, especially if you're planning to use a hair texture that's totally different from your natural hair, this post breaks down everything.

From blending your half wigs to “U” and “V” part wigs, all the steps will be discussed right here.

No one ever mentions how it can be difficult to get a flawless blend with partial coverage wigs, but you can! You'll also get bonus steps on how to blend a short leave-out with your wig (you're welcome!😃). Let's get right into it.

How to Blend Leave-Out (Half wigs, U-part wig, V-part wigs)

The leave-out hair is a part of your natural hair left out around your hairline, sides, or the crown of your head for a natural look. This is a technique used to achieve a natural-looking sew-in or wig style.

Blending your leave-out with a wig takes precision and skill. Before you begin, detangle, wash, and condition your strands properly for a nice outcome. With proper preparation and steps, you can get a realistic finish that's undetectable.

Let's see the steps to blending your leave-out with half wigs, U-part, and V-part wigs.

Blending Leave Out with Your Half Wigs

Generally, half wigs require you to leave just around your hairline for a natural style. To blend your leave-out with a half wig, follow these steps below.

Step 1: Get your desired wig texture

Many professionals advise choosing a hair texture that matches your natural hair for a seamless transition. However, you can style any hair texture you want.

Straightened hair would match straight wigs, finger coils for curly half wigs, and wand curls for wavy units.

Cynosure Hair has a wide range of textures you can select from. For incredible styles, take a look at the various options available and choose what best suits your style and taste.

Step 2: Section Your Leave Out

The leave-out part determines the style and hair method you want to use. For half wigs, I'll recommend that you make a clean, small section around your hairline or the crown of your head for the leave-out.

This should be just enough to cover the tracks and blend with the half wig. It doesn't have to be a big section. If it's at the crown, you can leave out a small horseshoe section.

Now, braid the leave-out to avoid adding it mistakenly to the rest of your hair.

Step 3: Secure the Half Wig

Right behind your leave-out, secure the half wig with the built-in combs or straps. Be sure to have a flat surface to achieve a natural style. You can braid your hair into cornrows, then wear a breathable wig cap.

But do not fasten the half wig too tightly. Instead, let it sit comfortably on your head.

Step 4: Prep and Blend Your Leave Out with the Half Wig

Straighten or curl the leave-out part to blend with the half wig texture.

If it's a straight texture:

- Start by applying heat protectant to your properly dried blowout hair.

- Using a flat iron or hot comb, straighten your natural hair. Do this with a low setting to avoid damaging your hair. Repeat the process till you get a smooth texture.

- Next, apply edge control to smooth down the roots and edges further.

- Lay your straightened hair over the top of the half wig and use the hot comb again. Make sure it blends properly, then style.

If it's curly:

- Saturate your wet leave-out with curling mousse and edge wax. This is to help define the hair.

- Now, in sections, twist or twirl your hair.

- Next, twist together with a bit of the curly half wig to prevent your hair from just sitting on top of the wig instead of blending.

- Use a diffuser to dry your twists properly. You can use both cool and warm air till it gets completely dry.

- Take out the twists and fluff them with a pick or your hands for a natural look.

- Add a bit of edge control to your hairline for a polished finish.

Blending Leave Out with U Part and V Part Wigs

U and V part wigs are wigs with either a U-shape or V-shape opening. They require leaving a section of your real hair for a realistic look. The leave-out section for these wigs is usually bigger than for half wigs.

While U-part wigs require a specific middle or side section, V-part wigs require a narrower V opening.

Let's see how you can blend your leave-out with these wigs.

Step 1: Start with the Right Texture

Select the wig you want to install. To create the perfect blend, some people go for a texture close to their hair. However, it's not impossible to blend straight hair with afro or curly hair, though it might be difficult.

Check out some U-part and V-part wigs at Cynosure Hair

Step 2: Prepare Your Natural Hair

Begin by washing, deep conditioning, and drying your hair. Use sulfate-free products that leave your hair moisturized and ready for the install. Apply a leave-in conditioner afterwards to moisturize your strands.

Step 3: Section the Leave Out

Whether it's a V-part or U-part wig, divide the area you want to leave out. You can place the wig on your head to get an idea of how much hair you want out. This is to ensure you have a good amount of hair to cover the tracks, but not too much as well.

Using a rat-tail comb, create a clean part and braid it to avoid mixing it up with the rest of your hair.

Step 4: Braid Your Hair

Apart from the leave-out, put your hair into some cornrows. This is to create a very flat surface for your U-part or V-part wig. You can also twist your hair if you like to create a flat base with no bumps.

Step 5: Put On Your Wig

Now put on your wig and secure it with the clips and combs attached inside. Be sure to wear it properly and make the right adjustments. Your leave-out section should be poking out once you've worn the wig properly.

Step 6: Blend Your Natural Hair to the Wig

We've gotten to the most important part: blending the leave-out section to your wig.

For straight texture:

- Apply heat protectant to your hair, then use a hot comb to straighten your natural hair.

- Create a part between the leave-out, and rub a small amount of wax stick along the parting line you've created.

- Use a hot comb to press each side down to cover the tracks of the wig. But make sure that no tracks are visible.

- Lastly, apply edge control to your hairline and brush to the back with the hot tool carefully.

For curly or wavy texture:

- Dampen the hair a bit and apply a curling product or mousse to your leave-out.

- Roll small sections on some flexi rods or perm rods. You can also use a curling wand, especially if it's a wavy texture.

- Finger coil small sections with a bit of hair from the wig.

- Once you're done, lay them down and lay your edges with a brush and edge control.

- Tie a scarf over it for a few minutes to let it fully set.

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Blend Short Leave-Out with Your Wig

Are you afraid of blending your hair with wigs or sew-ins because it's short? Worry no more because I have the steps for a flawless outcome. Honestly, it's not so difficult. In fact, it's just the regular steps as when blending with long hair. Just this time, with extra attention. Take a look below.

Step 1: Prepare Your Natural Hair

The preparation stage plays a role in the final look. So, prep your hair well. Start by detangling, washing, conditioning, and drying.

Step 2: Cut out a Small Section for the Leave Out

Next, use a rat-tail comb to divide the leave-out from the rest of your hair. Do not part with a big section. Instead, just enough to cover the tracks and give you a natural-looking style.

Step 3: Install the Wig

Get your wig and install it on your head. Make sure it sits properly before securing it with the clips, straps, or combs attached inside the wig cap.

Step 4: Blend the Leave Out

Divide the hair into manageable sections to make it easier to style and blend. Now, match the texture with that of the wig. If it's curly, soften your hair with moisturizer and a curling cream. Comb the hair afterwards using a small comb to loosen the texture a little. You can twist the strands together with the curly hair, too. It should look incredible.

If it's straight hair, apply your heat protectant first. Next, use a hot comb or the back of a heated comb to get your hair roots as flat as possible. Be careful not to burn yourself. Now, use a rat-tail comb to smooth your hair while using a straightener for extra sleekness. Lay your edges with a gel and tie a scarf to melt the look for five to 10 minutes.