How are closures applied?
Closures are attached to the horseshoe section of your head from just behind your hairline to the top center of the head. Closures can be applied many ways.
- The most popular method used to attach a closure is by sewing it into your hair. This is done by attaching it to cornrow braids along the perimeter.
- Since our closures have a lace frontal you can also sew the back of the closure into your head and glue the front lace base part using hair tape or hair glue.
- You can also bond the closure onto your head, by using hair tape or hair glue.
- You can also add clips to the closure and clip it on.
Where should the hair closure be placed?
The closure should be placed slightly in front of the braid (at your hairline) and then sewn down. This will prevent the braid from showing, and allow the lace to blend better with the scalp.
What type of adhesives can I use to apply the hair closure?
There are a couple adhesives used to apply lace closures. C-22 and secure, with the C-22 being the most popular. We sell it in different size bottles and combo packs with the remover and scalp protector.
Do I have to use scalp protector?
No, but the scalp protector goes give the adhesive you use a longer hold.
Should I apply the hair extensions before or after I install the hair closure?
It is best to apply the closure before installing the hair extensions.
What Braid pattern is best?
Start with a part down the middle. For each braid that will sit under the closure, begin a braid about 1.5-2 inches from the part. Take each braid and braid around in a half circle, then braid it down. Sew the closure as flat to you head as possible. Make the braids as small as possible so that the closure can lay flat.
How many packs of hair will I need with a hair closure?
You will need 1.5 to 2 packs of hair, depending on how full you like your hair style.
How long does the closure last?
Our hair closures last for several installs. With proper care, it can last up to a year or longer.
How can I style the closure?
Our closures are freestyle closures, which allows for styling freedom. You can style your hair any way you choose. This includes a part down the middle, a side part, and no part with all your hair pulled back. The hair closures are made with 100% human hair and can be curled, flat ironed etc to achieve any hair style you want.
What is the difference between the swiss lace and thin skin closure?
Swiss lace closure:
- Made with a transparent nylon lace material that has many tines holes; which allows for ventilation.
- It can also accommodate any kind of attachment whether it is bonding with glue or tape, or sewing.
- It is very durable and natural looking and can be applied for many installations.
- Free style parting
- It is the most popular of the two types of hair closures.
- Made of a non-transparent polyurethane material that resembles a scalp and gives the appearance that hair is growing from the scalp.
- Thin skin closure can also accommodate any kind of attachment whether it is bonding with glue or tape, or sewing.
- It is very durable and natural looking and can be applied for many installations.
- Free style parting
Thanks for these tips. I learned something new about closures. Thanks. Keep posting tips and tricks. I am a newbie to hair extensions and closures. So it helps.
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