Key Takeaway: 
A closure wig covers a small section of the head. It comes in a variety of sizes such as 4x4 (most common), 2x6, 5x5, 6x6, 7x7. While frontal unit goes from ear to ear. 

Ever found yourself lost in the plethora of information with lace closures and frontals, wondering which wig you should buy? You been scrolling for hours, or days even. Please, no more. Let us relieve you of this misery sis. 

What is the Difference Between a Frontal Wig and a Closure Wig?

Frontal Wigs

A frontal wig, goes from ear to ear, creating a flawless hairline illusion. It can range on how far back it goes. For example a  13x6 wig gives more parting space. While a 13x4 wig is standard. Read more about what frontal wigs are. 

Closure Wigs

Now, a closure wig is not inferior to frontals. It's a smaller piece that typically covers a horseshoe-shaped section at the front of your head. It's great if you're a beginner trying to find your first wig, or you just prefer closure wigs due to the low maintenance it provides. 

What Sizes Do Closures Come In?

Closure wigs come in a variety of sizes; 2x6, 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, and 7x7. The one you decide to pick depends on your budget, preference, and comfortability with lace. Get our eBook for buying wigs online (especially if it's your first wig, you need this!).

Which is Better: Closure or Frontal?

Now, this is the million-dollar question 💰.

It all boils down to preference and style. Frontals bring spunk and versatility, while closures offer a touch of elegance and ease. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!

What Lasts Longer – Closure or Frontal?

If you are a beginner, closures tend to withstand the test of time a bit better. With proper care and patience, your frontal can last just as long, assuming the wig is quality.

Which is More Expensive: Closure or Frontal?

Frontals usually come with a larger price tag. Why? The larger lace area and intricate craftsmanship demand a bit more. Just as a larger, soft mattress would cost more too.

Benefits of a Lace Closure

Lace Closures can be beneficial for beginners, especially the ones who wish to do their own hair. It can be cost effective and easy to get into learning how to install your own wigs. You can use less glue, which will save your edges (even though you really shouldn't be putting glue on your edges).

Lace Closures also are very low maintenance. When you are taking care of the wig, the lace is typically the place you have to show the most love to. Having a smaller piece of lace can save you time!

What is the Most Natural-Looking Closure?

Our fav is an HD lace closure because it melts so perfectly with little effort. Especially if it's a glueless wig. It doesn't really matter what size you get, as long as it's "fried dyed laid to the side". 

Check out our beautiful sista in our 5x5 closure wig! 

How Do You Maintain a Lace Closure?

Maintaining your lace closure is fairly simple. Wash it when it needs to be washed, air dry, bush/ comb with care. When you use heat, be sure to use thermal serum or heat protectant. Our fav is design essentials thermal serum in the yellow packaging.

Do Closures Have to be Glued Down?

Some people prefer the glue-down method others opt for a more temporary slay with spray, tapes, or wig grip bands. The choice is yours – wear your hair in a way that makes you most confident.

Living Out Your Hair Dreams

Hopefully by now, you know what a closure wig is, the difference between a clousre and a frontal, the benefits, maintenance, and which one is best for you! Next Up: Check out what a frontal wig is.