I actually left quite a bit of lace at the front. more than i usually do. I was going to trim it down but the lace disappeared so well that I left it. I use mostly waxworks by paul mitchell. I like the way it works,, I mix it with a little water and style.. it gives some shine and hold without feeling crunchy or stiff.. makes the hair softer too and makes the dead dull hair of systems come back to life a bit.