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    Thread: Paul Mitchell Wax Works for 1/3 the price!
Post: Paul Mitchell Wax Works for 1/3 the price!

Ok, so I know a lot of people here use PM Wax Works as their daily styling product. So I was at my local Sally Beauty Supply store and they sell an exact replica for $6.50 compared to $20 for ...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 0 62,450 11-30-2013, 10:59 AM
    Thread: Has anyone tried Mitch Reformer?
Post: Has anyone tried Mitch Reformer?

Has anyone tried this Mitch Reformer? Thanks guys! http://www.mitchtheman.com/products_reformer.html
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 0 63,621 11-30-2013, 11:09 AM
    Thread: Best knot sealer ever!
Post: Best knot sealer ever!

So I was looking around at water based acrylics and came across a product called Acrylic Finisher in matte by Angelus. It's a clear matte finishing coat that was designed for leather. It's water based...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 0 3,648 09-14-2020, 03:47 AM
    Thread: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600
Post: RE: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600

Any thoughts? Anyone?
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 1 21,793 09-09-2013, 04:06 PM
    Thread: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600
Post: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600

Ok, so I posted a thread a couple weeks back about which base to choose and I got a lot of helpful information, so thank you to everyone for that. I've narrowed my choice down to the TL250 and the TL6...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 1 21,793 09-06-2013, 03:44 AM
    Thread: New piece passed the litmus test
Post: New piece passed the litmus test

So everyone has been commenting on how great my hair looks. Even my own family has no idea it's a piece. My brother actually asked me for styling tips. So I decided to give my piece a real test today...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 1 9,801 01-19-2014, 09:04 AM
    Thread: Stylist in Chicago needed
Post: Stylist in Chicago needed

Does anyone have any recommendations for a stylist in Chicago? Thank you!
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 1 4,402 02-01-2017, 04:01 AM
    Thread: Just wanted to say thank you!!!
Post: Just wanted to say thank you!!!

Thank you to everyone who have been so kind as to patiently answer all of my many newbie questions. Especially Hersute, who always gives very detailed answers. You have all been so helpful. Whithout t...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 46,040 11-05-2013, 11:31 AM
    Thread: Just wanted to say thank you!!!
Post: RE: Just wanted to say thank you!!!

Oh I absolutely will be posting everything about my experience. I started losing my hair when I was 21. I'm 37 now. It was a very slow process for me. I started looking into pieces when I was around 2...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 46,040 11-09-2013, 08:14 AM
    Thread: What ingredients do i need to avoid when looking for styling products?
Post: What ingredients do i need to avoid when looking f...

The title says it all. I need to know what ingredients that I should look to avoid when choosing styling products. Thanks guys!!!!
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 12,356 01-13-2014, 05:40 AM
    Thread: A couple more pics of my first system in direct sunlight
Post: A couple more pics of my first system in direct su...

Going for the GQ look this morning. ;)
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 12,151 01-18-2014, 03:49 AM
    Thread: A couple more pics of my first system in direct sunlight
Post: RE: A couple more pics of my first system in direc...

It's a TL 250. French lace base with poly back and sides. 55%/60% with custom vitalization. I wanted something stronger and more forgiving for my first couple pieces.
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 12,151 01-18-2014, 04:15 AM
    Thread: A solution for oily skin
Post: RE: A solution for oily skin

Ok, so I did a full debond and reattach on Sunday night. Even after 3 sweaty workouts the glue is still holding pretty well. The front has just started to lift a little in a couple places but still fe...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 38,933 05-15-2014, 07:36 AM
    Thread: A solution for oily skin
Post: A solution for oily skin

I know that some of you suffer from oily skin which affects binding time. I personally suffer from very very oily skin. But, I found a solution to this problem and it's actually very inexpensive. It's...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 38,933 05-12-2014, 03:44 AM
    Thread: New piece 1 month in. *pics*
Post: New piece 1 month in. *pics*

1 month in after cut in. I only wash my piece twice a week when I debond. I've used Debbie's knot sealer once and I've experienced almost no shedding at all so far. The piece looks great. No one would...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 38,168 09-24-2014, 04:31 AM
    Thread: Top Tips that Improved your Hair Experience
Post: RE: Top Tips that Improved your Hair Experience

For me, a game changer was using a gel attachment. I have poly sides and back on my Swiss lace units. I was using OWRG all the way around for a parimeter attachment but the clean up was a pain. Especi...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 53,169 11-08-2014, 05:05 AM
    Thread: New product recommended
Post: RE: New product recommended

I've never heard of it but because I'm out on the motorcycle so much my systems tend to oxidize pretty quickly even though I put in an SPF 100 sunblock. I'm definitely going to give this a try when I ...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 32,536 11-12-2014, 06:01 AM
    Thread: Need to color unit hair to grey
Post: RE: Need to color unit hair to grey

I highly doubt there is a way to do this. Toplace uses synthetic hair for their grey hair. I think you best bet would be to have the piece sent back to the factory and have grey added to it.
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 29,630 11-20-2014, 04:38 AM
    Thread: Has anyone tried Leo Bond?
Post: Has anyone tried Leo Bond?

Curious as to how good the bond is. It's a hybrid that has silicone in it and it's supposed to give a long strong bond and work well for people with sensitive skin. I saw nothing but good reviews and ...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 7,461 07-11-2016, 04:21 AM
    Thread: Has anyone tried Leo Bond?
Post: RE: Has anyone tried Leo Bond?

Here's a link to it. They offer money back guarantee with all of their products. I've been emailing a rep and they seem pretty confident in their products but i always take that with a grain of salt. ...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 2 7,461 07-15-2016, 04:05 AM
    Thread: ORWG
Post: ORWG

I've been reading in the forums that ebay is a good source for ORWG. This is the only domestic ORWG I found. Can any comment on the quality? Thanks! http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Lace-Wig-Oil...3a73c73...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 31,314 09-11-2013, 04:00 AM
    Thread: ORWG
Post: RE: ORWG

Thanks guys. If i just bond the parameter and hairline, how long does a typical bottle last when debonding and reattaching once a week or so?
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 31,314 09-12-2013, 11:23 AM
    Thread: What glues should i try?
Post: RE: What glues should i try?

Thanks Hersute. I know that glues really depend upon your body chemistry. I was just wondering what everyone's recommendations where so I had someplace to start. Do you do a full bond or a parameter ...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 16,654 10-20-2013, 03:10 AM
    Thread: What glues should i try?
Post: What glues should i try?

Ok, so Iam about to get my first couple pieces. Template is finished and will be shipped out tomorrow. While I'm waiting for my pieces I I'll be gathering the necessary accessories and what not. My qu...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 16,654 10-19-2013, 04:31 AM
    Thread: Taking the final leap
Post: RE: Taking the final leap

I'm about to take the plunge too. Should have my pieces within a week or two and I'll immediately get them cut in and begin wearing. I've been reading this forum for 5 years, notice my join date. So I...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 72,661 12-05-2013, 12:41 PM