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V-Looping: Discover the No Knot Hair Ventilation Method

Amid Beauty

Sep 7, 2020
1 min

V-Looping: Discover the No Knot Hair Ventilation Method

Many people are eagerly seeking a hair system that’s natural and realistic. Most agree that the biggest concern is the way to conceal the knots… Can you image a wig or hairpiece that doesn’t require bleaching the knots or concealing the knots with foundation or powder? This course will demonstrate a highly sought-after ventilating technique called v-looping. V-looping is one among three ventilating methods designed to be exclusive to skin and poly bases to enhance their real

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Amid Beauty

May 16, 2020
1 min

The Head and Facial Postiche

The Head and Facial Postiche WHAT IS A POSTICHE? A postiche is described as any item of false hair worn on the head or face, such as a false beard, moustache, wig, and sideburns. A postiche is often used in stage and screen, but often must be adapted to suit each actor. Today skillful wig makers are creating the postiche for daily wear! Creating a postiche involves many of the same techniques used to make a full wig. You will need to have the necessary supplies, measure the a

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Wig Ear and Glue Tabs | Learn the Benefits and Best Placement

Amid Beauty

May 5, 2020
2 min

Wig Ear and Glue Tabs | Learn the Benefits and Best Placement

What are ear tabs? Ear tabs are features added to your wig to help guide placement of the wig being worn. They are easily found in the temple area. What is the purpose of ear tabs? Ear tabs are included to guide the placement of your wig as it is placed on the head. They also ensure a secure and natural-looking fit around the ears. This is typically a benefit for non-lace wigs. This type of ear tab is constructed from the non-slip velvet material or wig mesh with or without

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New Silicone-Lined Stocking Wig Cap Now Available

Amid Beauty

Dec 28, 2018
1 min

New Silicone-Lined Stocking Wig Cap Now Available

Frustrated by your wig sliding? Need to have an easy method to hold your wig in position without glue or assorted adhesives? Explore the new stocking wig caps constructed with a double-sided silicone strip! Offered in natural, black and brown colors. Let us know how the new stocking wig cap has worked for you! Feel free to post methods that you’ve used to secure your wig cap without the use of adhesives. #hairstyle #meltedlace #quickwig #wigliner #complexion #silicone #stylin

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Hair Density Levels and Hair Ventilation Methods for Wig Base Foundation

Amid Beauty

Oct 30, 2018
3 min

Hair Density Levels and Hair Ventilation Methods for Wig Base Foundation

WIG DENSITY RANGES AND THE EFFECTS ON WIGS AND HAIRPIECES So, you would like to make a wig? I am sure you have noticed numerous blog sites and social media posts consisting of great wig-related information, but are you aware that each and every wig foundation is meant for a maximum wig hair density? For instance, almost all wigmakers realize that you would not manage to construct a full wig utilizing Extra Fine Swiss lace if the hair is extremely hefty and thick. The foundat

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How to Create a Natural Part on a Synthetic Lace Front Wig

Amid Beauty

Sep 11, 2018
2 min

How to Create a Natural Part on a Synthetic Lace Front Wig

Are you aware that it is easy to customize a synthetic lace front in addition to creating a natural-looking part?

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Hair Ventilating Class Reference Manual Now Available! Great for New & Experienced Wigmakers

Amid Beauty

Jul 12, 2018
1 min

Hair Ventilating Class Reference Manual Now Available! Great for New & Experienced Wigmakers

Interested in wig making? Looking for hair ventilating classes? Curious to learn hair ventilating methods? Have you taken a hair ventilating class recently and need a guide to reference? The Hair Ventilating Class Reference Manual is an excellent resource to experience before or even after you have completed a ventilation class. This handbook consists of vibrant illustrations and charts that. It is conveniently printed in a sizable 8.5 x 14 inch horizontal format to ensure

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Amid Beauty

Jul 3, 2018
1 min

New Wig Making Foundation: Dark Swiss

Do you benefit from using Swiss lace for your wigs, but wish it was a littler darker to complement your skin complexion? The NEW Dark Swiss is currently on the market! The foundation has been conveniently tinted to go well with darker skin tones. Dark Swiss continues to retain the great characteristics of the original and authentic Swiss lace. The lace foundation is 30 denier and ideal for creating custom made lace front wigs, lace closures, and frontals. Make sure to includ

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What is WIG LACE Denier? How Does It Affect Your Wigs, Closures and Frontals?

Amid Beauty

Apr 13, 2018
2 min

What is WIG LACE Denier? How Does It Affect Your Wigs, Closures and Frontals?

What is Wig Lace Denier? Den-ier – A unit of weight used to measure the fineness of silk and man-made fibers. It is equal to 1 gram per 9000 meters. (Ex. rayon, nylon and silk). In layman’s terms, denier can be simply described as the thickness of the fabric or “wig lace density”. A HIGH denier will result in a heavier, opaque material. A LOW denier will be lighter and sheer. The LOWER the denier…the HIGHER the cost! Many customers ask the following questions: How does wig la

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Where to Buy Swiss Lace for Wigs? Ultra Thin and Extra Fine Swiss Wig Lace Available!

Amid Beauty

Feb 15, 2018
3 min

Where to Buy Swiss Lace for Wigs? Ultra Thin and Extra Fine Swiss Wig Lace Available!

WHAT IS SWISS LACE FOR WIG MAKING? Swiss Lace is a top quality wig-making material brought in from Germany. The material is somewhat beige in shade which is capable of be tinted to go well with a number of different skin complexions. Swiss lace is thin and less detectable compared to some other wig lace foundations. Being of higher quality, this wig lace happens to be expensive when compared with the more economical French lace. Swiss lace is not advised for inexperienced wig

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Are You Ready to Experience the New Cornrow Cap?

Amid Beauty

Oct 28, 2015
2 min

Are You Ready to Experience the New Cornrow Cap?

Viveca Fox Cornrow Cap The Cornrow Cap is the newest weaving solution for applying hair extensions. The Cornrow Cap is a weaving cap that is affixed with faux cornrows. The purpose of the cap is to lessen the stress of tension your hair has to manage Created by Vivica A Fox, she claims that the cap will give your edges a break when wearing a wig or weave hairstyle. The cap has not hit the market yet, but it is highly anticipated. Typically a client’s hair will be cornrowed

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Wig Cap Construction | Aspects of a Wig Cap

Amid Beauty

Jun 18, 2015
2 min

Wig Cap Construction | Aspects of a Wig Cap

Interested in making wigs? Understand wig cap construction and the various aspects of a wig cap.

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Amid Beauty

May 6, 2015
1 min

Stretch Mesh Wig Foundation

Stretch Mesh Wig Foundation is used to create extra comfort and flexibility around the ears or in the crown area when making a wig.

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German and Asian Hair Ventilating Needles | Which Tool is Best for Making Wigs?

Amid Beauty

Apr 6, 2015
3 min

German and Asian Hair Ventilating Needles | Which Tool is Best for Making Wigs?

THE HAIR VENTILATING NEEDLE The hair ventilating needle (also known as a “knotting hook”) is the #1 tool used by professional wigmakers to design beautiful wigs. The two needles are great to have as part of your wig-making tools. They perform the same function of adding individual strands of hair into mesh foundation or net, but can be easily used with different techniques. SIZE AND NEEDLE TYPE Each hair knotting needle will come in a variety of sizes. Asian needles will

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