How to Install a Lace Closure: Beginner's Guide

A lace closure is one of the most powerful tools in your hair game — it gives you a natural-looking hairline, protects your edges, and lets you style your install in multiple directions. But if you've never installed one before, it can feel intimidating.

Don't worry. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get a flawless, undetectable lace closure install — even if it's your first time.

What You'll Need

• Lace closure (4x4 or 5x5 recommended for beginners)
• Hair bundles (2–3 bundles depending on length)
• Wig cap or dome cap
• Got2b Glued or lace glue/tape
• Scissors
• Rat tail comb
• Edge brush
• Alcohol wipes or scalp protector
• Concealer or foundation (to tint the lace to your skin tone)
• Hair dryer or blow dryer

Step 1: Prep Your Natural Hair

Start with clean, moisturized hair. Braid your natural hair flat against your head in cornrows going straight back. The flatter your braids, the smoother your install will look. Put on your wig cap over the braids and cut off any excess.

Step 2: Prep Your Closure

Before installing, tint your lace to match your skin tone. Apply a thin layer of concealer or foundation that matches your scalp to the lace base. Let it dry completely. This step is what makes your closure look truly undetectable.

If you're using an HD lace closure (like ours), the lace is already ultra-thin and melts into most skin tones with minimal tinting needed.

Step 3: Measure and Cut the Lace

Place the closure on your head and mark where your natural hairline falls. Using sharp scissors, carefully trim the excess lace along the hairline — cut in small increments and go slowly. You can always cut more, but you can't add it back.

Step 4: Apply the Glue

Clean your hairline with an alcohol wipe and let it dry. Apply a thin layer of Got2b Glued or lace glue along your hairline. Let it get tacky (about 30–60 seconds) before pressing the lace down.

Press the lace firmly along your hairline using your fingers or the back of a comb. Use a blow dryer on low heat to set the glue and melt the lace into your skin.

Step 5: Style Your Edges

Once the closure is secure, use an edge brush and edge control to lay your baby hairs and blend the closure into your natural hairline. This is where the magic happens — take your time here.

Step 6: Style Your Hair

Now the fun part! Style your install however you like — part it in the middle, to the side, or pull it back into a ponytail. Because you're using a raw hair closure, you can apply heat, curl it, or wear it wavy straight out of the package.

Tips for a Flawless Lace Install

• Less glue is more — a thin, even layer holds better than a thick glob
• Always use a scalp protector if you have sensitive skin
• HD lace is more forgiving for beginners because it blends more easily
• Take your time cutting the lace — this is the most important step
• Melt the lace with heat for the most seamless finish

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Our raw hair lace closures feature High-Definition lace that melts into all skin tones for a truly undetectable finish. Available in Vietnamese Wavy, Indian Wavy, Cambodian Wavy, and more.

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Now that your closure is installed, learn how to keep it looking fresh for years. Read our guide on How to Care for Raw Hair Extensions the Right Way.