A seamless, natural hairline is the finishing touch on every great install. In this guide, we'll walk you through exactly how to apply the Velvet Rose Lace Melt, step by step, from prepping your hairline to pressing down your edges. Whether it's your first time using lace melt or you're refining your routine, this tutorial covers everything you need to know.
What is Lace Melt?
Lace melt is a liquid formula that bonds the lace of your wig, frontal, or closure directly to your skin. Unlike lace glue, which creates a stiff, heavy bond, lace melt creates a flexible hold that sits flat against your hairline and blends the lace seamlessly into your skin. The result is a clean, scalp-like finish that looks like your hair is growing straight from your scalp.
What makes Velvet Rose different is the system behind it. The precision squeeze bottle dispenses the lace melt directly into the wand, and the brush tip gives you full control over where the product goes and how much you apply. No more spraying, improvising with random brushes, or using your fingertips.
What You'll Need
- Velvet Rose Lace Melt
- Velvet Rose Lace Melt Wand
- Melt band
- Styling comb
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Step 1: Clean and dry your hairline
Start with a clean, dry hairline. Remove any oils, makeup, or product residue from your skin. This gives the lace melt the best surface to bond to. Skipping this step is the most common reason a melt doesn't hold.
Step 2: Prep your wig unit
Get your wig unit ready for wear. Position it so the lace sits where you want it along your hairline, and make sure the lace is trimmed and ready to melt.
Step 3: Dispense the lace melt into the wand
Open your wand and use the precision nozzle tip of the squeeze bottle to gently dispense the lace melt into the wand tube. Remember not to fill it to the very top. Leave a small gap so the brush can close the tube safely.
Step 4: Apply 2 to 3 layers along the hairline
Using the brush wand, apply a thin, even layer of lace melt along your hairline, directly onto the lace. Work layer by layer. 2 to 3 layers gives you the best melt. The tapered brush tip lets you place the product exactly where you need it, with no mess and no product going where it shouldn't.
Step 5: Leave to dry
Let the lace melt dry for 30 to 60 seconds. This allows the formula to set before you apply your melt band.
Step 6: Apply your melt band
Place your melt band over the hairline and leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes. The band presses the lace flat against your skin while the melt sets, helping it blend seamlessly. For a deeper melt, apply more layers before banding.
Step 7: Remove and press down your edges
Take the band off and gently press down your edges. You should see the lace sitting flat against your skin with a clean, natural finish.
Step 8: Re-apply if needed and style
If any areas need a little more melt, re-apply and repeat the process. Then style your hair as desired. Your hairline is ready.
Tips for the Best Melt
- Less is more. Thin, even layers melt better than one thick layer.
- Be patient with the band. Leaving the melt band on for the full 5 to 10 minutes makes a visible difference.
- Layer up for a deeper melt. More layers means a flatter, more seamless finish.
- Keep your brush clean. If you wear makeup along your hairline, rinse the brush after every use and dry it fully before placing it back in the tube.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying to an unprepped hairline. Oils and makeup stop the lace melt from bonding properly. Always start clean and dry.
- Overfilling the wand. Filling the tube to the top means it won't close safely. Leave a small gap.
- Rushing the drying time. Applying the band before the melt has set for 30 to 60 seconds weakens the bond.
- Using too much product. Over-applying causes mess and doesn't improve the hold. Thin layers win.
Removing Your Lace Melt
The Velvet Rose Lace Melt is water-based, so it washes away easily with water. Gently rinse the lace after wear and allow it to dry before your next install. No harsh removers needed.
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