Lace front

A lace front is a sheer mesh strip along a wig's hairline that lets strands appear to grow from your skin, useful for realistic costume looks.

A lace front is a thin, skin-toned mesh panel sewn along the front edge of a wig. Individual hairs are hand-knotted into this mesh so that when the edge is laid against your forehead and blended with wig glue or tape, there is no visible solid band — just hair that seems to emerge naturally from your scalp. This makes lace-front wigs popular for characters with swept-back styles, centre parts, or any look where the hairline would otherwise be easy to spot as fake. When attaching a lace front, you trim the excess mesh carefully with small scissors, following the natural curve of your hairline. Rushing this step or cutting too close can damage the knotted hairs, so take your time. Wig adhesives and tapes vary in strength and skin compatibility, so check the product's own instructions and do a patch test before a full application, especially if you have sensitive skin.