What is an Invisible Part Weave?
An Invisible part weaves is a full head weave which gives the illusion of a natural parting in the hair. It is a great revolution for many women as it serves as a great protective style for women who want a style with versatility without leaving any of their own hair out. This makes it possible for the wearer to use any texture or color of weave they would like without trying to blend in thier own hair.
Here is a step by step guide to achieving a seamless invisible part:
Firstly, hair should be washed and blow-dried. For a middle parting make the part as close to the middle as possible, however if you want the part slanted or on the side, part it that way. This part will be the only part of the hair showing, so make it neat.
Secondly, hair should be braided going toward the back in cornrows. Start in the front where the part was made. Continue all the way until your whole head is completely braided. Thread the weaving needle and attach the loose ends of the cornrows to the base of your braid using a basic stitch sewing method. There should be no ends of the braids hanging.
Thirdly, sew in hair extensions by measuring the hair extension across the rows of braids. Cut the extension to fit that area. Sew the hair onto the braids or onto the net (if you use a weave net to protect cornrows when weaving) using the basic stitch method. Once you reach the end, make a loop in the thread to form a knot. Continue this process all the way up until you get to the crown of the hair, about 1 inch away from your part.
Finally, cut the remaining hair extensions into approximately thirty one-inch strips. Depending upon the size of your head you may need more or less. Taking one strip of extension at a time, lightly cover the weft with weaving glue. Wait 10 seconds to allow the glue to become tacky. Starting ½ inch above your hairline, firmly place the extension. Lay the extension pieces in a slightly slanted side-to-side formation. Do not cover the part; the part is the only area that should remain visible. Each strip should go directly above the other one in the same direction. Continue this process on both sides of the part. Comb the hair down to cover the wefts. It should appear that the hair is growing out of your scalp, thus creating an invisible part.
Many hair stylists leave out the front of the hair and gel it down then proceed to glue the strips down on top but it is more protective to braid it all and use a net, you can still get that flawless look, it’sall in the technique. Trust me when I say, practice makes perfect.
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