My experience with a wig

[EvilLocks]

So your piece didn't fly off into the sunset during the ride?

LOL, the mental image of that made me laugh, and cringe - at the same time. So hilariously terrifying.

 

[shookwun]

It looks good when I style it though.

It won't fly off. I sweat and drench in it everyday and it holds up rather well. My problem is the constant sweating and hair growth breaks down the bond quickly. I say 5-7 days to be fair, anymore and I might risk the gummy adhesive seaping through the lace.

 

[Swoop]

Yeah that's what I expected. These things are just uber high maintenance man. You'll be living a life to take care of a f*cking wig.

Btw did it itch?

 

[EvilLocks]

It won't fly off. I sweat and drench in it everyday and it holds up rather well. My problem is the constant sweating and hair growth breaks down the bond quickly. I say 5-7 days to be fair, anymore and I might risk the gummy adhesive seaping through the lace.

At least I don't sweat much - I never work out. And my scalp isn't as oily as it used to be. Maybe the hair piece won't be a horrible experience for me, but I doubt that it will stay put for a whole month like the hair replacement company I went to said it would...

 

[shookwun]

Not a chance. One month? Hell you would be lucky two get 10 days.

It didn't itch, and it literally feels like nothing is on my scalp.

I'm excited to buzz and get smp done on my scar. April 22nd is the last day I wear this unit.

Going to sport my old crew cut with a side part and faded sides. Man, I miss having short hair.

 

[M.G]

Doesn't black chicks wear weaves?

Ain't that same thing as a wig lol?

Shook, I know a famous guy in my country who have been wearing a hair system for 10+ years.

Can I PM you a question? Don't wanna out the guy.

 

[EvilLocks]

Not a chance. One month? Hell you would be lucky two get 10 days.

They said they have clients who wear it on average between 2-6 weeks, depending on each individual's scalp chemistry. But I guess if you work out and sweat a lot that will shorten the time between each bond. My hope is that since I don't sweat and work out much the bond time will be longer for me. I plan on going to a hair replacement company and having them help me at first, then learn to do it myself because it's cheaper and in the convenience of my own home.

 

[FWIW]

Shook thank you for your experience,that was surprising move from you.First of all are you gigolo or smth?You seem to have endless stream of new women going thru your bed?unk:And that leeds me to other thing -that you really dont need a hairpiece.You are nw2 at worst after your procedures I think and your life and social life is not influenced by hairloss at all.You are doing way way above average from what you write. And thats a reason why hairpiece wont bring you much added value but rather hassle. Plus combined with your lifestyle and your work its not good combination.
Hairpieces can be solution for people nw3-4 and higher and especially for people whose quality of life is impacted with hairloss big way.  For someone it can be BIG achievment just to have hair on their head again,go out,talk to people and dont be depressed 24/7. Not speaking about activities which they wouldnt do even without hairpiece like sport or so.. 

Regarding the piece itself good choice ordering from Eric,hes top.Im sure you have studied it very deeply so you must know there are many glues and tapes and it takes some time when one will find adhessive or combinations of them for good hold for particular wearer.Every man is different in that. Also there are various base materials which are best from different uses. For undetectable hairline yet breathable system its very well used combination of lace &nbsp;base and thinskinhairline.Lace is not good for dusty enviroment whuch is yiur job.<br><br>Also regarding the attachments-people say it can take one year before they get it to very good level and whole process gets better with time which also improves the overall look and wearing comfort.

Anyway big tganks to you.I plan to try it in few months too,so I will give my perspective of NW5 which might be good comparison of the whole experience.

 

[shookwun]

They said they have clients who wear it on average between 2-6 weeks, depending on each individual's scalp chemistry. But I guess if you work out and sweat a lot that will shorten the time between each bond. My hope is that since I don't sweat and work out much the bond time will be longer for me. I plan on going to a hair replacement company and having them help me at first, then learn to do it myself because it's cheaper and in the convenience of my own home.

2 weeks is doable but I can't see it working out any longer. The bond will break down gradually day-to-day - showering, weather conditions and general oil and sweat build up.

@Fwiw not a gigollllo, and the women I were with were nothing exceptional. In fact I dreaded one of the lays because she wasn't what I consider attractive. Pretty face but the body was disgusting.

Always go with light to extra light density as a man. These hair pieces are thick, and anything over would not look naural. A light alone is on par with people of very good hair calibre. Its a lot of work but if you put in effort it's doable. I don't suggest anyone under a nw4 to get one though.

As mentioned short hair styles aren't doable. The hair needs to blend in with the sides, and back. To short and it will look like a stiff poof ball with no natural flow. That and the hair won't settle but stick up like an erection. Part of the reason why most people get longer styles...... again go with light density maybe even lower if you are a high Norwood. Trust me



I don't even know why I did this. I now have a full head of hair with temple points growing in. I guess I wanted a thick hairline, but now realised it wasn't worth it.

 

[I.D WALKER]

Man Vincent I was so damn hopped up on anxiety I think I had an adrenaline hangover that lingered over me the next 72 hours. No way to healthily test one's own threshold of courage, but it's manifold rewards paid a lucrative size return that day anyway. -)

Thank you for sharing your experience shookwun. I was expecting something like that, although didn't expect that you have to do touch ups every other day.
I agree. If everything goes to hell with my hair I will try it for a while, just to indulge myself and if the maintenance + paranoia outweight the satisfaction I imagine I will ditch it as well. I imagine with longer hair it's easier to conceal hairline.

Although if I would wear one I would start being hard core hats, caps, beanies and bandanas user. Like J J. In the end it falls down to how passionate you are about your hair. I'm very passionate.

I am worried what would happen on the beach during the summer though. That's my biggest worry. Surfing, snorkling, all that humidity and water... That can end up pretty badly. You would be a prisoner of a bandana. Which kinda sucks.

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So your piece didn't fly off into the sunset during the ride? Man I got paranoid just thinking about going for a ride with a hair system. I would've used some tight bandana.

 

[shookwun]

It's constantly on my mind, and makes me self-conscious in busy establishments such as the grocery store, and gym.

I'm literally counting the days till my SMP, which will address my FUT scar. Followed by a buzz cut all over.

Before hand, all I cared about was my hair being a little see through on sunny days, but in comparison it's a walk in the park!


This is why I recommend people to hold onto what they have as long as they can. If you're at the point of no return - NW5-7 then a system is a viable option. But as mentioned comes with a lot of work involved to give the illusion of someone with a full head.

It's not a good option for people with low norwoods, I can't stress this enough. Our bio hair grows to quickly, and weakens the bond. Sly scalp is the best. Definitely get a 14 day bond.

 

[I.D WALKER]

I'm glad you asked. A career change basically altogether compromised the necessary upkeep/maintenance a wig calls for, so I quit the hassle altogether and purchased a Remington and suddenly became a "real bald man" out of honest circumstance.
Most folks won't hear it, nevertheless I know a wig can work, but like most tools used for purposes of self improvement, you've got to practice at it and if you're looking to maximize it's performance capacity then it's imperative that you adhere to a sharply consistent maintenance schedule. -)

Noah and Grincher, can you guys chime in here?

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Your native hair didn't suffer from the adhesives and hair system being tightly glued to the scalp?

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Hahah. I can imagine.

Why did you stop wearing your hair system? Were you satisfied with it overall?

 

[shookwun]

I'm honestly starting to think Fred has the right idea. Max out your grafts all over, frame the face and if you have enough to spare get your temple points done. Most importantly fix the front, and work backwards with what's left over.

- Stay on finasteride to maintain

This is one of the rare cases that I say I rather have less density.


I would prefer to invest in such procedures like ear pinning, and a chin implant to suite the shaven look then wear a hair piece.

Masculine beauty should seem effortless, and that;'s where the double standard comes in from women. They don't want to be with a guy that takes to much time to look good, rather just fits the part when he wakes up til he falls asleep. Women want to be seen as the ones who take time to fit their beauty. Vanity in men is as a weak, and unmasculine trait. this is part of the reason why I feel women see a hair piece as a deal breaker in the short term, especially for younger men. Id imagine if you can decieve, and trick your partner for a long time it wont matter, by the time you come out she will have to much emotions built up for her disliking, and will over look your insecurity. This is a maybe!

 

[I.D WALKER]

In the end it may all boil down to our threshold of tolerance.

 

[shookwun]

My mental fortitude, and threshold of tolerance could not handle it.

One of the most liberating feels was when I took it off for de-attachment. Cleaning my scalp, AND shampooing my natural hair.

it definitely takes strong character and dedication to work with it. It's not easy!

 

[CaptainForehead]

It's constantly on my mind, and makes me self-conscious in busy establishments such as the grocery store, and gym.

I'm literally counting the days till my SMP, which will address my FUT scar. Followed by a buzz cut all over.

Before hand, all I cared about was my hair being a little see through on sunny days, but in comparison it's a walk in the park!


This is why I recommend people to hold onto what they have as long as they can. If you're at the point of no return - NW5-7 then a system is a viable option. But as mentioned comes with a lot of work involved to give the illusion of someone with a full head.

It's not a good option for people with low norwoods, I can't stress this enough. Our bio hair grows to quickly, and weakens the bond. Sly scalp is the best. Definitely get a 14 day bond.

Thank you Shookwun.
Many props for trying this out.

I would not be able to psychologically handle it.

One question: Did your acquaintances never find out that you had switched from your natural hair to a wig?

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I'm glad you asked. A career change basically altogether compromised the necessary upkeep/maintenance a wig calls for, so I quit the hassle altogether and purchased a Remington and suddenly became a "real bald man" out of honest circumstance.
Most folks won't hear it, nevertheless I know a wig can work, but like most tools used for purposes of self improvement, you've got to practice at it and if you're looking to maximize it's performance capacity then it's imperative that you adhere to a sharply consistent maintenance schedule. -)

I didn't know you were bald I.D. What norwood are you?

 

[shookwun]

i grew my native hair out before making the transition. The hair piece itself was about 1 inch longer then what I already had.


I couldn't imagine what it would be like If I didn't have the head of hair I have, everybody would find out if I ditched it. I guess that's part of the reason why it's so hard to let go once you wear one. Everyone recognizes, and associates you in a certain way.

 

[I.D WALKER]

Hey you gave it a shot and I can genuinely respect that.
I must agree I looked forward to tearing it off far more than reattaching it.
When are catch 22 scenarios ever copasetic for those of us who feel stuck
between a hairpiece and a hard place?

My mental fortitude, and threshold of tolerance could not handle it.

One of the most liberating feels was when I took it off for de-attachment. Cleaning my scalp, AND shampooing my natural hair.

it definitely takes strong character and dedication to work with it. It's not easy!

 

[buckthorn]

I just told this girl I've been talking to that I will need to shave my head bald soon and that I don't have a choice and she responded with, "you have a choice, just get a hair piece. My step dad has one". I thought of this thread. Damn, I wish they had an Androgenetic Alopecia awareness course in high school so people wouldn't be so stupid.

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yeah, and props for posting this here. That takes courage man.

 

[I.D WALKER]

I didn't know you were bald I.D. What norwood are you?

Yes sir. This Spring I am celebrating ahead of schedule. I took an extra big hit in the beginning of last Winter and ever since the heavy fallout hasn't slowed down. If all goes according to my genetic calendar I predict I will reach full NW6 maturity by late Summer. I hope I can still stand on my two feet by the following Fall.