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    Thread: First timer pics
Post: RE: First timer pics

Wow....what a difference a little hair makes! The density does seem a little high for making a transition from having very little hair but I think it works perfectly with the density of the rest of y...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 24 47,063 03-11-2012, 06:58 AM
    Thread: Stylist/Cut-In in Central Florida (Orlando/Tampa)??
Post: RE: Stylist/Cut-In in Central Florida (Orlando/Tam...

(03-28-2012, 04:46 AM)OhioGuy Wrote: Hey JRob I know this is a really old post, but I am new to the area and need help. Please give a way to contact you if you are still around (or anyone else in Ce...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 6 12,282 04-01-2012, 07:25 AM
    Thread: Got another Richard Farrell unit to duplicate
Post: RE: Got another Richard Farrell unit to duplicate

(03-28-2012, 07:17 AM)OhioGuy Wrote: I heard Farrell lasts quite a bit longer than Toplace though, sort of helping the initial cost not sound quite as high. Is that true? I haven't worn a mono base...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 20 37,998 04-01-2012, 07:31 AM
    Thread: The Bad Wig
Post: RE: The Bad Wig

If it isn't the color or density it could be the shape of the hairline in relation to the rest of his hair. Sometimes it is hard to put a finger on why something looks "off" when it is as simple as th...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 8 16,911 04-01-2012, 07:47 AM
    Thread: Wet look - Gels or Wax?
Post: RE: Wet look - Gels or Wax?

(04-01-2012, 04:39 AM)Xeon005 Wrote: If you want a shiny look, a lot of products besides gel are great for that.. the big difference between a wax and a gel is that with a wax your hair won't get c...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 10 29,983 04-01-2012, 07:52 AM
    Thread: Got another Richard Farrell unit to duplicate
Post: RE: Got another Richard Farrell unit to duplicate

(04-02-2012, 09:45 AM)ToplaceUSA Wrote: JRob, Why would hair last longer on a mono base than a lace base? Human hair oxidizes over time from exposure to the sun, washing, etc. So whatever material...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 20 37,998 04-03-2012, 06:22 AM
    Thread: help for the spec of my full cap (Pics)
Post: RE: help for the spec of my full cap (Pics)

The type of lace you choose is entirely up to you. Swiss is going to be more comfortable but it is much easier to tear. French is more durable but it is easier to detect by touch, especially at the ed...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 14 39,710 04-24-2012, 12:42 PM
    Thread: Conflict of opinion
Post: RE: Conflict of opinion

Quote:I'm asking are they perfect? Can I wear one and NO ONE will ever know? Not a you will probably fool most but some will know, I mean whats the realistic ratio of these things? This is a very com...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 5 12,118 04-25-2012, 06:53 AM
    Thread: help for the spec of my full cap (Pics)
Post: RE: help for the spec of my full cap (Pics)

No problem, always happy to help!
JRob General hair replacement discussion 14 39,710 04-25-2012, 06:55 AM
    Thread: Need stylist in Orlando, FL
Post: RE: Need stylist in Orlando, FL

Hey NeedHelp, Yes, I am in Orlando. I would be happy to give you some pointers here, and I also do private consulting for people who are looking for more hands-on, detailed and individualized assista...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 5 10,214 05-01-2012, 07:15 AM
    Thread: Getting ready to jump in and go for small partials
Post: RE: Getting ready to jump in and go for small part...

Cutting pieces from an existing hairpiece is easier than it looks. I use a sharp triangular hobby knife and cut from the bottom. As long as you insert only the tip of the knife and make sure there i...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 11 21,422 05-01-2012, 07:29 AM
    Thread: Hello from a newbie!
Post: RE: Hello from a newbie!

Quote:The one thing I wanted to address, and the thing that seems to be a common theme among newbies, is how to appear at work or among family/friends for the first time after getting a system. I face...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 4 9,073 05-01-2012, 07:33 AM
    Thread: Getting ready to jump in and go for small partials
Post: RE: Getting ready to jump in and go for small part...

That's a great tip furball!
JRob General hair replacement discussion 11 21,422 05-02-2012, 05:38 AM
    Thread: Full Cap Mohawk *with Pics*
Post: RE: Full Cap Mohawk *with Pics*

Landon- You might want to try Walker No Shine or Stick It tape. Both offer an excellent hold with less cleanup than blue liner. I also get less irritation in the nape with these tapes.
JRob General hair replacement discussion 18 76,638 05-03-2012, 09:16 AM
    Thread: how do you make your hairline undetecable to touch?
Post: RE: how do you make your hairline undetecable to t...

You definitely don't want to trim the base all the way up to the hair. That will make it worse because having the base and the hairline together will create an even more pronounced edge. The best you...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 5 11,055 05-04-2012, 06:47 AM
    Thread: need some advice on style/attachment (PICS)
Post: RE: need some advice on style/attachment (PICS)

I think you can probably pull off lots of different styles. Keep in mind though that the shorter you go the more likely you are to run into problems. Longer hair can mask ventilation issues that can b...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 9 16,847 05-04-2012, 06:57 AM
    Thread: Everyone who wears please chime in.
Post: RE: Everyone who wears please chime in.

Actually, cameras tend to accentuate flaws and a hairpiece often looks better in person than it does in a picture. That said, I agree with topcat. If you need something that is not detectible to any...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 49 103,089 06-02-2012, 07:57 AM
    Thread: Cowboys FULL CAP PICS
Post: RE: Cowboys FULL CAP PICS

That's awesome man! Looks like a full head of normal, healthy, growing hair. They really nailed the temple and nape ventilation and that makes a HUGE difference. Look forward to seeing more of your pi...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 10 24,204 08-07-2012, 08:06 AM
    Thread: How would you respond to this statement?
Post: RE: How would you respond to this statement?

I have heard variations of that from a few different people and I think you responded exactly the way you should. Some people unfortunately still view wearing hair in a negative light and there isn't ...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 21 38,563 08-07-2012, 08:15 AM
    Thread: Template for a full cap (Pics)
Post: RE: Template for a full cap (Pics)

The main problem with ordering a full cap from measurements is that the hairline and temple areas will be left to the ventilators discretion, and having the proper shape to the hairline and temples is...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 6 13,561 10-05-2012, 07:43 AM
    Thread: Mail order cut in full cap vs topper
Post: RE: Mail order cut in full cap vs topper

If your template is very accurate and you aren't trying to pull off a crazy short style you should be ok with a remote cut-in for a full cap. The problems would likely come in if you were to need to d...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 4 9,736 11-23-2012, 08:04 AM
    Thread: Perm A Piece
Post: RE: Perm A Piece

The fewer chemicals you expose the hair to the better, but if you do find the need to perm or reposition the hair you are better off allowing it to air neutralize for 24 hours (after rinsing the perm ...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 5 13,888 11-23-2012, 08:18 AM
    Thread: Final adjustments to new Fullcap-- pics
Post: RE: Final adjustments to new Fullcap-- pics

More good stuff, Paul! I am going to do a "Jesse James" slick back style similar to the one fullcapwearer posted one of these days. It wasn't the cut that I wanted but I did style one of my early ful...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 37 66,138 11-23-2012, 08:35 AM
    Thread: problems in business?
Post: RE: problems in business?

Hey Andy, If you are worried about being able to achieve realism with your first few units I would recommend going with a longer style, if that is possible. Many of the problems that are associated w...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 17 38,264 12-16-2012, 01:37 PM
    Thread: This is another problem I have (pic)
Post: RE: This is another problem I have (pic)

I am a little bit confused but it seems like your hair is thinning at the very front and in the back? You can order a hairpiece in any size or shape you want. Your sides seem to be good so I don't ...
JRob General hair replacement discussion 56 146,611 12-16-2012, 02:01 PM