How to Make a Realistic Hairline on a Wig?

The last thing you want to experience after spending a fortune on a frontal wig is to have the wig looking like a cap (thick hair from front to back)

Yep! The most expensive virgin hair wig can look like some cheap synthetic fibre hair if you don’t know how to make a realistic hairline on a wig. To achieve a realistic hairline on a wig, you need to:

a. Buy a good-quality frontal lace wig

b. Pick the hairline shape that best suits your facial features (that blends with your eyebrow and natural hairline)

c. Bleach the knot to give it a realistic feel

d. Use tweezers to remove excess hair along the hairline

e. Cut the lace in a zig-zag manner to lap seamlessly

If you haven’t done this before, these steps might sound a little confusing. Let's walk through how to achieve a realistic hairline step by step.

A Guide on How to Make a Realistic Hairline on a Wig

Here’s a simple guide to make your wig hairline look realistic following the recommendations we already gave. Let’s walk you through the details:

1. Get a Lace Front Wig

The secret to achieving a natural-looking style that appears to grow out of your scalp is to rock a lace-front wig. This suggestion doesn’t necessarily mean rocking a 360 lace wig or even a full lace wig (though these are wonderful lace wig options); however, wigs with lace at the front give you the freedom to blend and customize for a seamless, natural appearance.

This is mainly because they feature sheer lace fabric that lets you create magic that melts into your skin. Not sure where to get a high-quality lace-front wig?

Check out Cynosure Hair. Cynosure Hair has over100 lace front wig options you can choose from; you can scroll through the website to get a feel for how they look.

Now that we have gotten the high-quality wig out of the way, let’s move on to one of the ways to make the hairline look realistic.

2. Bleach the Knots

If your wig isn’t customized, you might still end up with an unnatural hairline. This is why I'll always recommend making a wig to your taste for a nice look. If the knots aren’t bleached, it's time to get it done.

Here’s how to do that in a few simple steps:

Step 1: Mix your bleach

Get a bowl and mix your paste (bleach powder and developer) until it has a toothpaste-like consistency. The perfect ratio is to combine equal parts of the products you need.

Step 2: Prep the lace

Next, apply Vaseline just at the front of the lace to protect it from the product.

Step 3: Start bleaching

Dab the mixture into the inner part of the wig using an applicator brush.

Coat every part completely but avoid pressing it, then cover it with some foil. Leave the paste on your wig for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water. This is to stop the bleaching process.

Now, add a shimmer shampoo all over the inner lace, and let it sit for 10 minutes. Wash it out in a bowl or your sink till there’s no residue.

This process helps you hide the knots, which gives the illusion that the hair is growing out of your scalp. This is the biggest trick for making a wig look like a natural hairline.

Tip: You can actually get a pre-bleached wig. Check out Cynosure Hair for different pre-bleached wig options.

3. Tweeze the Wig’s Hairline

The next step to achieve a natural hairline is to pluck your wig. This is to soften the look and give it a more natural style. This is the step that prevents a wig from looking like a cap.

I mean no one has full, long strands at the front of their hairline, and there’s no harm in tweaking even a pre-plucked wig if you want to make it look even better.

The truth is, the hair around your hairline is usually finer, delicate, and softer than the rest of the hair. You want to mimic this natural hair structure on your wig. You achieve this by removing excess hair around the hairline using tweezers.

Here’s a quick way to tweeze your wig to achieve a natural hairline:

a. Part the wig in the front, then tweeze behind the hairline first. Do not pluck the actual part you create. Instead, tweeze behind the part. That way, you can avoid creating bald spots.

b. Now, tweeze the front of your wig if it is very dense, then brush it to the back. You can do this a few times to get the perfect result.

c. While you pluck, make sure to use the pluck and skip method. Simply pluck a few hairs, then skip a spot before plucking again. This will make it look natural and inconsistent like our hairline, instead of having the same density on a straight line.

Extra tips:

You can also trim a few sections at the front to mimic the baby hairs we have. To do that, get a pair of scissors and a rattail comb. Divide a few sections at the front, then cut to have a short length. You can lay them down after installing the wig later.

4. Tint the Lace

Regardless of the lace wig, I always like to match it with my skin. This is to create a realistic appearance, ensuring it doesn’t look different from my skin tone.

The secret weapon to use for this is a lace tint spray. This product is beginner-friendly, so you should have no issue getting the perfect outcome. Here’s how you can go about it;

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● Turn your wig inside out.

● Place it on a mannequin head and pin it to avoid getting the spray on the strands.

● Shake the spray bottle, then apply it to your wig. When applying, keep the bottle a few inches away from your hair. Also, make sure to spray a thin layer across the entire hairline.

● Now use a blow dryer to dry the lace completely.

● Add another layer if necessary.

● Clean any excess spray with rubbing alcohol and a cotton pad.

5. Achieve an M-Shaped Hairline for a Hyper-realistic Look

Have you heard of the Lagos hairline?

It is like a heart-shaped hairline that mimics the hairline of a natural scalp. It involves cutting out a small part from both sides of the wig to achieve a hyper-realistic hairline. It is usually around the beginning of your eyebrows, and it forms a crescent shape.

For a beautiful result, it should be straight and not too wide. Here’s how to achieve it:

a. Simply cut out a little bit of hair from the wig above your eyebrows and around your ears to create the hairline.

b. Now, clip the rest of your hair at the back, then work on the sections for a realistic result.

c. Make sure to place the wig on a mannequin head, use your flat iron to smooth the area you’ll work on, then apply hair remover to the strands.

d. Let this sit for around seven minutes, then pull gently. Rinse out the rest of the product from the hair after pulling out all sections.

e. Now, cut off the excess lace in the shape of your hairline, then pluck behind the hairline to make it look realistic.

Remember, when you tweeze, you do not pluck directly in the front line at first. Instead, you pluck behind the parted space.

6. Cut the Lace in a Jagged Line and Glue the Wig

This is another no-brainer step to take if you want to achieve a natural-looking hairline that fits your scalp. Trust me, it will give your wig an invisible, natural hairline you would love. Not to mention that it also helps you prevent making a mistake when cutting off the lace.

So, center the wig very well and line it up, then begin to cut.  For that ‘melted’ look, you can follow these steps;

● Divide at different sides of the wig to make it easier to cut. This is because cutting in sections makes it simpler.

● Next, apply your adhesive to the front of your hairline. You can do a patch test to be sure you aren't allergic to the product before applying it to your skin.

● Use a rattail comb to spread the glue, then wait for it to dry before applying it again. Two layers of thin glue should be enough to keep your wig secured on your head.

● Pull down the lace, then use your blow dryer in the cool setting to glue it properly to your skin.

● Starting at the center, use your brow razor to cut off the excess lace. Make sure it is close to the area you just glued for a seamless look. You can naturally follow your hairline shape to create a zig-zag effect.

Note: If you feel you can’t cut after gluing, it's best to cut the lace beforehand.

7. Style the Wig

Yay! We’ve gotten to the final stage.

Go ahead and style the wig the way you want. This is the part where you see the result of the previous steps. I always like to use a flat iron to slick the hair to the back first, then apply mousse to achieve a clean girl look. The mousse is to get that sleek, natural style. So, be sure to use your mousse. It helps you see the plucking effect and the shape of the hairline.

Once you’ve applied it to your hairline, get your comb and simply brush it to the back. Tie down the edges afterwards with an elastic band to set the mousse, then remove it. You wouldn’t even need to do baby hairs, as it is customized to your hairline. Very realistic!

Use a foundation powder in your shade when you remove the band, and that’s it!

Go for a Good-looking Wig!

To save you from all the styling stress, you can get a pre-plucked, pre-bleached, and pre-cut lace wig at Cynosure Hair. Think of it as a way to achieve your hairline shape without doing a lot of work.

For some incredible wig options made just for you, visit the Cynosure Hair store today.