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    Thread: Confession to wife/gf
Post: RE: Confession to wife/gf

I've been wearing for 40 years. My experiences have ranged from bad to good. I'd say a few couldn't deal with it and they hit the road, while most didn't care, and just asked if they could pull on i...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 6 37,747 07-16-2015, 10:32 AM
    Thread: What is easier, dying a piece or your natural hair?
Post: RE: What is easier, dying a piece or your natural ...

I use Loreal products and the process I learned was from a woman who owns a wig store. She sprays the lace with sizing that you use for ironing clothes. She then dries it. Sprays again, then dries ...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 2 13,933 05-15-2015, 12:23 PM
    Thread: Coloring Tip
Post: Coloring Tip

I've always had trouble staining the lace when recoloring my full cap. Always a few places that got hair color on it and turned the lace black in some areas. Well, I read about the Clothes Sizing an...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 0 8,108 01-18-2014, 11:40 AM
    Thread: anyone got any advice on how to keep hair soft and not so dry?
Post: RE: anyone got any advice on how to keep hair soft...

(01-19-2012, 01:33 PM)expriest Wrote: Xeon, does WW with water cause the hair to be stiff at all while it's on? I've never tried it. Also, do you wear a full cap? I've tried wax works and it feels ...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 40 106,681 03-12-2012, 05:17 AM
    Thread: Bad Hair Nights
Post: Bad Hair Nights

Wondering if anyone has used a hair product to prevent full cap hair from being all matted looking like a bad hair day after sleeping. Mine looks great before going to bed and looks a horrible and un...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 4 10,640 03-11-2012, 10:07 AM
    Thread: Hard to find details on full caps
Post: RE: Hard to find details on full caps

I've been wearing full caps now for at least 6 years, and I am well pleased. The only problem with them is in the hottest days of summer when they can be uncomfortable to wear. The head definitely p...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 13 24,208 05-06-2011, 12:43 PM
    Thread: Tape on Lace
Post: Re: Tape on Lace

Yep guys, it was washed 3 times before wearing it. I taped it all around but tape still lifts alot from the lace yet sticks well to the scalp. Wore it 2 days and even when I removed it, it detached ...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 7 11,724 02-27-2009, 02:33 PM
    Thread: Tape on Lace
Post: Tape on Lace

Think this is unique problem but I can't seem to get ST30 tape to work very well on all lace full cap. Doesn't seem to want to stick to lace very well, but really sticks to scalp well. Brand new lac...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 7 11,724 02-26-2009, 12:44 PM
    Thread: Full caps in hot climate areas?
Post: Re: Full caps in hot climate areas?

I wear one in Texas. Yes, it is hot in Texas and if working or playing outside in the heat of summer then it can be uncomfortable and itchy with a full cap, but tolerable. I make sure I wash the ful...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 3 6,970 01-20-2009, 12:52 PM
    Thread: SHampoos for hair pieces..
Post: Re: SHampoos for hair pieces..

I've had great results with Biolage shampoos, and Infusium 23 Leave-In hair treatment. We have to remember we are dealing with "dead" hair. The Biolage conditioning balm works well too. Most condit...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 16 26,015 01-19-2009, 04:39 PM
    Thread: Jrob Full Cap Question
Post: Jrob Full Cap Question

Jrob...interesting that you have poor success with tape only too. I just got a new full cap of 64 lace and although it is a great unit, i am having poor results with tape only such as ST30 and Blue Li...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 1 4,455 01-19-2009, 04:27 PM
    Thread: Advice? I can't get my front edge to stay down...
Post: Re: Advice? I can't get my front edge to stay dow...

Jrob...interesting that you have poor success with tape too. I just got a new full cap of 64 lace and although it is a great unit, i am having poor results with tape only such as ST30 and Blue Liner....
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 9 14,968 01-18-2009, 05:32 AM
    Thread: Crazy story about a girl, and the wig...
Post: Re: Crazy story about a girl, and the wig...

We dated regularly for 2 months. Full caps if done right can be quite undetectable. I've been lucky with mine so far. My biggest problem is long term attachment even with ultra hold. Usually 3 day...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 32 60,172 12-29-2008, 09:11 AM
    Thread: For Jrob Full Cap
Post: For Jrob Full Cap

I just received my all lace full cap. It came with a 2 inch band of extra lace. I was wondering how much you remove but leave as an extra edge...like 1/8th inch or do you cut it all the way to the h...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 3 7,473 12-26-2008, 01:26 AM
    Thread: Crazy story about a girl, and the wig...
Post: Re: Crazy story about a girl, and the wig...

It is very ironic that women can wear wigs, hair extensions, padded bras, get fake boobs to improve their appearance and nobody in society gives it a second thought considering it normal. Men are sti...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 32 60,172 12-26-2008, 01:21 AM
    Thread: Does anyone order lace with poly back and sides?
Post: Re: Does anyone order lace with poly back and side...

Worn a full cap with thinskin all around for a couple of years. The real plus is sturdiness, easy to use tape or glue and extremely easy cleanup, dont worry about lace fray. Downside is the edges ar...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 19 29,019 11-11-2008, 01:49 PM
    Thread: **Full Cap DVD Update**
Post: Re: **Full Cap DVD Update**

JRob...what do you use to release the lace from scalp? I've always just used 91% alcohol on a q-tip and placed under base to release a bit at a time until completely done...kinda tedious
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 11 27,624 10-06-2008, 04:03 AM
    Thread: **Full Cap DVD Update**
Post: Re: **Full Cap DVD Update**

Thanks JRob, I'll see if Debbie carries any of those tapes. Wow, I can't imagine cleaning Ultra Hold out of Lace. I ordered some of your secret recipe last night and look forward to trying it out. ...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 11 27,624 10-03-2008, 01:44 PM
    Thread: **Full Cap DVD Update**
Post: Re: **Full Cap DVD Update**

Interesting info JRob. I just ordered my first all lace full cap, but nervous about secure attachment and cleanup. Very hot and humid in Texas. White glues, red sensi-tac tape just won't hold. Tite...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 11 27,624 10-02-2008, 01:39 PM
    Thread: full cap
Post: Re: full cap

Been using them 2-3 years now and they have been a lifesaver. Leaving hair stubble where it bonds helps the hold if you are able to leave stubble. I get 6-9 months from mine (1) I use a higher densi...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 8 13,996 09-29-2008, 01:34 PM
    Thread: **Full Cap DVD Update**
Post: Re: **Full Cap DVD Update**

I've been wearing full caps for 2-3 years, and I think some key points are making sure the original measurements or template are very accurate. I really suggest making a saran wrap template for best ...
ftwguy General hair replacement discussion 11 27,624 09-29-2008, 01:22 PM