How To Make A Wig Look Natural, 18 Methods Included

One of the most common problems encountered by wig newbies is how to make a wig look natural. When you notice that your favorite celebrity has changed their hairstyle multiple times in a short period of time, don't doubt that it can't be done without a wig. So why do their wigs look so natural? The truth is, it's not very troublesome or difficult. Today I've rounded up 18 ways to make your wig natural, so try them out!

1. Choose the Right Wig Type

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From my years of styling, I’ve found lace wigs work best for a natural look – their breathable lace base blends seamlessly with your scalp. I always suggest starting with a lace front wig; they’re lightweight and let you part hair anywhere, just like real hair. There are a wide variety of lace front wigs on the market today, many of which meet a variety of styling needs and can achieve a natural look.

2. Customize the Hairline

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When I first tried lace wigs, I almost gave up because the straight-across lace looked like a headband! So after getting a new wig, you can trim the hairline to suit your needs. Also, you can pluck the wig hairline. I hold tweezers at a 45-degree angle and remove hairs in small sections, focusing on creating slight unevenness near the temples – real hairlines aren’t perfect, right? Of course, the easiest thing to do is to buy a wig with a pre-cut hairline.

3. Try Human Hair Wig

If you never try human hair wigs, go for it, because it's almost like your own strands after a deep conditioning treatment. But not all human hair wigs are created equal. (P.S. I’ve got a whole breakdown coming on Virgin vs. Remy vs. Human hair—it’ll save you the trial-and-error headaches I went through!)

4. Melt the Wig Lace

Many people will use concealer to blend the wig lace with their skin tone. I used to hate using concealer on lace fronts until I figured out the layering trick. Early on, I’d glob it on thick and end up with a chalky line – total giveaway! Now I dab a peach-toned color corrector (for my olive skin) lightly over the lace first – it neutralizes the dark lace base. Then I match my exact foundation shade mixed with a drop of serum for sheen. 

And of course, if you want to achieve a seamless melt, a quality hd lace wig is a must.

5. Bleach the Knots

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Bleaching the knots lightens the dark knots at the base of the wig, making them less visible and creating the illusion of hair growing directly from the scalp. This is an in-depth, step-by-step tutorial for beginner: Decoding Bleached Knots: A Complete Guide.

6. Add Baby Hair

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Trim small sections of hair from the front of the wig with scissors and place these baby hair naturally along the forehead. Baby hair softens the hairline and covers unnatural sideburns.

7. Create a Zig Zag Part

Here's my go-to trick: I use the pointed end of a rattail comb to draw subtle zigzags at the part. Learned through trial and error, that my first attempt looked like lightning bolts! Now I make shallow "V" shapes no wider than a pencil. This technique breaks up a straight parting and makes it look less artificial.

8. Use Wig Adhesive

Ordinary wigs will be worn with glue or gel to help the lace edges fit the skin, although this method is not suitable for people with sensitive skin. Another option is to use tape, I experienced UNice's pre-everything wig, which adds innovative ear tapes to make wearing easier and make the wig lace invisible and fit.

9. Get a Proper Fit

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My first 'one-size-fits-all' wig slid backward every time I laughed until I finally grabbed a soft tape measure. Now I always pay attention to the size of the wig I want to buy. "Buy the right size of wig for your head and wear it as close as possible to your actual hairline."Professional Hair Stylist Patrick Evan said in How to Make a Wig Look Real.

But now wig wearing is getting easier, like the new ranges from UNice, which uses elastic bands, combs and non-slip silicone strips for multiple fixes (there’s even a drawstring!) to ensure the wig is comfortable and stable.

10. Use a Wig Cap

The wig cap mainly serves to hold the natural hair in place, creating a flat surface that prevents the wig from being uneven when worn. If you're not very good at it, try the bald cap method, which helps the wig look more natural when worn.

11. Style in Your Ways

Try various hairstyles to find the one that suits you best, such as ponytails, half up half down hair, hair buns, etc. However, these hairstyles should also be tried depending on the type of wig. With full lace wigs, I recreate my go-to messy bun using claw clips – the key is leaving face-framing strands slightly uneven, like I’ve been running errands. By changing the hairstyle, the wig will look more like natural hair.

12. Blend with Your Natural Hair

This method is best suited for leave-out wig types like v part wig and u part wig that will leak out of your natural hair. Early in my styling career, I learned the hard way that even a half-shade mismatch screams ‘wig.’ For clients, I suggest comparing swatches under natural light – bathroom lighting often distorts tones. If you’re buying online, UNice Virtual Try-On tool uses AI to match your skin’s undertones.

13. Add Layers

Layers create movement and mimic the natural flow of hair. You can add subtle layers with thinning shears, which can turn a flat wig into a voluminous look. Of course, layering pages can add volume and texture, which can perfectly contour the face.

14. Consider a Wig with Bangs

Funny enough, I spent years admiring fringe hairstyles but chickened out every time—until I tried a bang wig on a whim! That first day, I kept nervously adjusting it, terrified the lace would peek through… until I realized the layers fell just right to mask my hairline. Now I’m obsessed with how wispy bangs soften my forehead—no more fussing with lace tint or glue! My coworker gushed, "Did you get curtain bangs cut? They flatter your eyes!."

15. DIY Hair Color Dye

This method is perfect for DIYers to dye their wigs in funky colors, and make some bright creations such as highlights, ombre, etc. to turn their wigs into a unique and individual look.

16. Reduce Wig Shine

Excessive shine often makes synthetic wigs appear fake. Several methods can help achieve a matte finish.

◆ Use Dry Shampoo

◆ Apply Baby Powder

◆ Use Fabric Softener

◆ Apply Matte Finishing Spray

17. Use Hair Accessories

Common hair accessories like headbands, hair clips, and scarves can enhance a wig's appearance. A silk scarf I thrifted became my wig’s best friend: tied loosely at the crown, it hid that awkward transition near my temples while making my coffee runs look Parisian-chic. Experimenting with different combinations and matching accessories to outfits can also create a personalized style and further disguise any unnatural aspects of the wig.

18. Do Regular Maintenance

Daily care is also an important step in keeping your wig natural. Just like natural hair, frizzy hair can lose its luster if not carefully cared for. Here's what you can do.

We hope that the above methods will be helpful to you. And we encourage our readers to share their experiences and tips in the comments section. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please leave a comment. Our team will be happy to help you find the perfect wig.