BaldBob

A lot of people are perfectly okay with HCM. The quality of their pieces has improved in the last couple of years. And if they like the results and don't mind paying the high price, that's all that matters. On the other hand, if the money is a factor and you want more control over the design, quality, cut, attachment, etc., there are better options on line.

I think I would wait & see the results before I did something as drastic as shaving the hair on top. Here are two reasons: 1. You want to make sure that the hairpiece looks good and blends naturally with your own hair. 2. Some people just never get comfortable with wearing a hair system. This isn't a criticism, just a fact. You need to make sure you're comfortable with it before shaving your hair. You can order a clip-on unit and see how you like it after wearing it for a few weeks. If you decide that you like it, THEN you can shave the top of your head, cut the clips off, and start attaching with tape (best for beginners) or liquid adhesive.