Learn wig and hair basics with master Hollywood hair artist, Connie Grayson Criswell (Inception, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Sin City). From taking a custom head measurement and finding the right wig, all the way to final application and proper maintenance, Criswell shows you how to finish your makeup and cosplay characters in style.

Intermediate Level

3h 2m of duration

Hair Work

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 46s

2. Tools & Materials - 8min

3. Introduction to Wigs - 17min

4. Introduction to Wigs - 11min

5. Hand Weaving Wefts - 7min

6. General Q&A - 10min

7. Head Forms - 9min

8. Steamers & Dryers - 4min

9. Styling Products for Synthetic & Human Hair - 1min

10. Cleaning & Handling Wigs Before Blocking - 49s

11. General Q&A - 9min

12. Wig Measurements - 35min

13. Wig Wrapping - 27min

14. Applying Adhesive - 8min

15. Wig Removal - 5min

16. Cleaning Wigs After Removal - 14min

17. General Q&A - 15min

18. Wrap Up - 48s

Materials

CLICK on the links below to find the materials you need for this lesson.

Some items might be harder to find, but a little internet scouring usually finds you everything you'll need.

Naimie's Beauty Center

His & Hers Hair Goods

Nigel Beauty Emporium

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Beard blocks

Canvas heads

Foam head cast head

Hand steamer

Styrofoam heads

Wig caps in different colors

HAIR PIECES

Facial hair pieces

Different types of wigs: custom hand tied, generic hand tied, Fringe (receded hairline) & toupees, partial wigs, switches, machine made weft hair, hand made weft hair, loose hair, hair used for extensions

Front lace, foundation lace, stretch back or cowel net

HAIR STYLING TOOLS

Bristle Brushes & Combs

Brushes- round, vent, bristle

Combs- rat tail, hair cutting, large toothed comb, teasing

Crimping/Curling

Curling irons, flat irons, blow dryer, small facial hair irons, crimping irons

Marcel irons & oven

Rollers, perm rods & papers, chop sticks

Wig head clamp

Gels & Sprays

Hair gels & sprays

Spray leave in conditioner

Pins & Clips

Hair pins - large & small

Fasteners, clips & elastic

Flat hair clips - natural colors

Bobby pins- all colors to match hair color

Toupee clips

PAINTS

Dye pot

Rit dye

TOOLS

Cutting Tools

Scissors

Seam ripper

Knotting/Hair Tools

Knotting hooks/needles

Measuring Tools

Head measurements chart

Measuring tape

Other Tools

Spray water bottle

SUPPLIES

Cotton batting

Invisible thread & monofilament

Plastic wrap

Scotch tape

Sharpie

Straight pins- yellow head, small appliqué pins, T-pins

Wig blocking tape

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines

ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator

ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area

ALWAYS protect your skin

ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyConnie Grayson Criswell

Master Wig Maker, Hair Artist, and Contact Lens Technician for the Makeup and Creature Effects Industry

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