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These were the some of the questions I had, when I started researching hair systems up. Having used them for over a month now - here's my take 1) The lace systems are very good nowadays, and it is almost impossible for folks to notice you are wearing one! 2) Having your hair combed back, it is difficult to notice. What I have observed though is after about 14-17 days, there is a slight lift - that's because the hold of the tape is decreasing and it's time to apply a new tape 3) I have met a few of my friends after about a few years - and they did not notice my system at all!! Cheers

Since this was my first shot at this, I went to a salon in Toronto. Ordered two custom ones, took about 10 weeks to arrive and then went had the cutin done. I am not sure where you are from, but depending on your location, you could either find a local salon or order it online from Toplace, HD Direct, etc.. Let me know if you have any questions..

Thanks and me lovvinggg it!. Those caps have all gone back to the closet!!

Woww! That is some speed, Grincher! It will take me light years to reach that speed.. I am going to let the tensions settle down a bit and use the local salon here for a few weeks before I attempt this again... Thanks!

Here are a few more pics... I have two systems - pic 1116 (first pic) is with the second system - cut and styled.. This style is with hair slightly combed back the other pics are of the system iam wearing presently - hair falling slightly down.. From the pictures, you could see the density is very light... this was intentional. Cheers,

I believe the same point has been debated for long here as well as other forums.. Having undergone two hair transplants - and now a hair system - here's my take: With close friends and family - who have seen you at close quarters - they will definitely know we have done something to our hair - whether it is a hair transplant or a hair system. On the flight back, from Toronto to Brussels, my co passenger was a Belgian - He was always wearing a cap - so when he was taking a nap - he had taken out his cap - and he was bald... After some time, I started a conversation with him - how even I used to wear a cap all the time to hide my baldness.. He looked at my head and said but you are not bald- He would not believe when I told him I have a hair piece on -- He touched my hair and for the next 2 hours would only talk about how natural my hair looks... Seems he travels to Toronto often, and has taken the salon contact details and now wants a hair system ASAP! IMO, when strangers see you and hardly give you a second look - that to me means - your hair system is looking natural! As said earlier - with family and close friends having seen us at close quarters - they will definitely know we have done something to our hair irrespective of how natural it looks... As one of the HT doctors put it some time back - A patient is very self conscious when he goes from no hair to more hair - he is always looking at other people - observing them closely if they are watching his hair or not! As the doctor said - people have more important stuff to do than watch that head of yours!! Cheers,

Hi Grincher, Tried my first system maintenance but did not succeed. Taking the system out, washing it was a breeze.. It took me almost 90 minutes to apply ultra hold tape but I had a huge problem to make it sit back on the head. The alignment was just not proper and once I placed it - it was impossible to adjust since it had stuck!! U would know what my situation was! Not able to adjust the system, tension mounting, and the fear of messing it up-- Never realized HAIR could be such a HAIR RAISING EXPERIENCE!!!! Fortunately, I had done my homework right, for situations like this, had already researched on a local saloon here who deals with lace systems.. Took an appointment with him today and he removed it, washed it and placed it back again.. It took him only an hour or so. I recall, the first time the system was fixed - only tape (Walker tape) was used. Today this guy used Super tape but what was surprising is that, he also used a little bit of glue on the front(over the tape) for better hold. Is this advisable? Will this give me more hold time? I guess he fixes systems day in and day out - so watching him tape and fix the system was soo easy.- Don't know why it was a struggle for me! Cheers,

My camera is not high resolution - still will post more pics shortly..

Thanks, Grincher for all your encouragement and suggestions. I am still very concerned how I am going to remove and reattach the system by myself but I guess I got to try it and get comfortable with the process...

Thanks! It is a topper. I went in for a low density to get a more natural look. My system was installed by a well known salon in Toronto. Since this was my first shot at this system - I thought getting professional help initially would bring down the tensions and also allow me time to understand the process. I could now see a slight lift on the front of the system and it seems the tape is getting a bit loose. Time to reattach I guess! Cheers

So after a few weeks of research and with valuable inputs from many here, especially Grincher, finally got my hair system fixed. It is lace base with remy indian hair. Went in for fairly low density. First Thoughts: Feel on top of the world... Friends are amazed how young I look and how natural the hairline is... Using Walker ultra hold tape to fix the system and have not experienced any itching. Feels good to put that cap back in the closet!!! Attaching a few initial pictures... Quick Question: 1) Iam using walker ultra hold tape. Their website claims to give a hold time of upto 6 weeks. I have had the hair system installed for 2 weeks now and so far the hold is strong and I have no itching. I have washed my hair twice under the shower and have had no problems.. So my question is - when should I remove and reattach the system? How do I know the tape hold is becoming weaker? Any pointers? Thanks,

The wait is over! My systems have arrived!! I have booked an appt to have it fixed (Hopefully middle of Nov) Thank you Grincher, for getting me started and answering all my questions... Will post pics once I have it fixed..... Excited!!! Cheers,

Makes absolute sense! Thank you!!

This is indeed a daunting list!! Goes to show how much homework is required to hone in on that 'ideal' system! Thanks. One question: I spoke with a local guy here. He said they do lace base systems and he said they last approx 4 months. What surprised me was that , he said I would not have to replace the entire system after 4 months - I have to send the system to them and he would add hairs to the old lace base to match the old density and will then send it back. Does it make sense? All that I have read, seems to tell me the old piece is pretty much useless and a new piece has to be ordered. Can more hair be added to a existing lace base? If yes, is this recommended? Thanks again!

Iam told their systems start from $600. Taxes, shipping, etc. Not sure if that includes the cut in. Will inquire. Presently we are communicating by email and will be setting up a Skype consultation shortly. I would then get the opportunity to ask more questions. All great information! Thanks. Also, does the template change with time? I know density will, but will the template undergo major changes? The reason I ask, is if I get a template professionally done, can I use it for a number of years. Also when ordering online, do we have to send the template every time we order? Or will they have it on record and they will just despatch the piece? Cheers,