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Thread: Is this styling product ok to use on systems?
Post: Is this styling product ok to use on systems?
Big Sexy Hair powder play. I've been watching some styling tutorials and I see this as being a popular product. It's a styling primer that's used before whatever product you use, e.g. wax, pomade, etc... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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14,424 |
01-13-2014, 05:36 AM |
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Thread: First cut in attempt
Post: RE: First cut in attempt
Just relax and contact John directly. He's a good guy and his customer service is amazing. He'll do everything he can to help you get strengthened out. I had a problem with my last order and he's gett... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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27,240 |
07-15-2014, 06:37 AM |
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Thread: Loose Hair on Scalp Side of Lace
Post: RE: Loose Hair on Scalp Side of Lace
I get this too over all the lace and I only use a perimeter bond. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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54,973 |
10-14-2014, 04:43 AM |
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Thread: Color fading, oxidation, and UV protection
Post: Color fading, oxidation, and UV protection
One thing that I've noticed with hair systems is that the color tends to fade over time. This is typically due to two factors. One, is exposure to UV light. This is something that's been addressed man... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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35,101 |
11-12-2014, 08:15 AM |
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Thread: What other supplies do I need?
Post: What other supplies do I need?
Ok here's what I've got so far:
4 bottles of ORWQ
1 role of StickIt low shine tape (just for holding the piece in place when gluing)
3 4oz bottles of PURE Adhesive Remover
3 4oz bottles of Lace Relea... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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78,964 |
11-22-2013, 07:05 AM |
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Thread: What other supplies do I need?
Post: RE: What other supplies do I need?
Thanks guys. Anty, I did search, I was just trying to make sure that I wasn't forgetting anything or I didn't miss something in my search. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
4 |
78,964 |
11-25-2013, 07:24 AM |
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Thread: Close up pic of hairline and larger versions *pics*
Post: Close up pic of hairline and larger versions *pics...
Here's a close up pic of part of the hairline and a couple larger versions of a couple pics I had posted before so you can see the hairline better.
Remember, this is a French lace system too! |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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17,854 |
01-21-2014, 05:24 AM |
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Thread: CT scan on head..
Post: RE: CT scan on head..
No, a piece will no affect any scan. X-Ray, CT, PET, MRI, 64 slice CT, CAT, etc. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
4 |
44,360 |
04-01-2014, 07:45 AM |
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Thread: Advice needed: Front partial
Post: RE: Advice needed: Front partial
I agree with everything Hersute said. I think his outline for a partial is perfect. He's absolutely right about sending in a hair sample. The factory won't just match the color of the hair, they'll ma... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
4 |
70,813 |
05-01-2014, 12:05 PM |
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Thread: temple hair loss - receeding more and more (pics)
Post: RE: temple hair loss - receeding more and more
Pics please. Makes it much easier to understand what you're working with. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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12,140 |
05-25-2016, 05:02 PM |
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Thread: Noob Soon to be Wearer
Post: RE: Noob Soon to be Wearer
Yesterday was my first day wearing ever and it was amazing. I just told people I got a new cut and color and was using a couple new products. Not a single family member or friend though any different.... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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27,530 |
01-18-2014, 04:28 AM |
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Thread: 2 months into wearing - experiences and thoughts
Post: RE: 2 months into wearing - experiences and though...
I do plan on trying a scalp protector but I'm not sure I'll use the Walker brand. Aside from Ultra Hold their glues and tapes cause the worst reaction from my skin. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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38,977 |
04-01-2014, 07:52 AM |
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Thread: Leave-in Conditioner
Post: RE: Leave-in Conditioner
I tried some of this leave-in with keratin and it's amazing. I accidentally washed my piece a few times with a sulfate based baby shampoo (I didn't read the label and mistakenly thought that all baby ... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
66,869 |
04-17-2014, 01:19 PM |
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Thread: Leave-in Conditioner
Post: RE: Leave-in Conditioner
Hhhhmmmm.... possibly. But I (and other members) have used other brands of baby shampoo with great results. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
66,869 |
04-18-2014, 11:04 AM |
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Thread: Leave-in Conditioner
Post: RE: Leave-in Conditioner
You know, you may be onto something with the PH. I tried an apple cider vinegar rinse on my hair and it feels so much better. Much less dull. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
66,869 |
04-22-2014, 02:09 PM |
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Thread: 2 months into wearing - experiences and thoughts
Post: 2 months into wearing - experiences and thoughts
Ok guys, I haven't been on here for awhile so I thought I would give everyone an update on my experiences over the past couple months of wearing.
First, I love my hair. It looks amazing. I've had mul... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
38,977 |
03-25-2014, 05:18 AM |
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Thread: Question about bleaching knots
Post: RE: Question about bleaching knots
I'm on my phone looking at this but when i zoom in looks as though they didn't use single stand single knots at the front. Using singles makes the knots half the size and much less visible. |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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69,668 |
05-08-2014, 03:50 AM |
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Thread: 2 months into wearing - experiences and thoughts
Post: RE: 2 months into wearing - experiences and though...
Rainman54,
I use shampoo but I use different ones depending upon the day. For daily washing of my own hair (which I also end up washing the edges of the system too) I use L'Oreal EverCreme, which is ... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
38,977 |
03-26-2014, 02:54 AM |
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Thread: cutting system hair with clippers
Post: RE: cutting system hair with clippers
Well I cut my own sides and back every week with a #5 guard. I cut the top of my sides and back with a #12 and I fade from #5 to #12 by hand. I cut my own hair for 10 years prior to wearing so I'm qui... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
34,050 |
07-25-2014, 03:52 AM |
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Thread: cutting system hair with clippers
Post: RE: cutting system hair with clippers
Cutting in a system isn't quite the same as cutting normal growing hair. This is especially true when it comes to blending. A good stylist that has spent years cutting in systems knows the little tric... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
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34,050 |
07-25-2014, 07:17 AM |
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Thread: cutting system hair with clippers
Post: RE: cutting system hair with clippers
First, the blending. Even though you order say 65% density, the density will still vary from piece to piece. Additionally the actual thickness of the hair shaft can vary from piece to piece. Because o... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
34,050 |
07-26-2014, 03:01 AM |
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Thread: New piece just cut in *pic*
Post: New piece just cut in *pic*
I know this isn't the best pic but here's my new piece about an hour after cut in. I'll try to take some better pics this weekend. Had to send the piece back originally because the density on the poly... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
35,939 |
08-23-2014, 01:25 AM |
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Thread: New piece just cut in *pic*
Post: RE: New piece just cut in *pic*
TL150 Swiss lace with poly sides and back
55%-60%
Medium wave
color match to sample
custom vent |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
35,939 |
08-23-2014, 09:04 AM |
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Thread: New piece super closeup pics
Post: New piece super closeup pics
SFS lace with 0.25" graduation as opposed to the standard 0.5" graduation. 55%-60% density.
You can't even see the lace. It just disappears into 3 thin layers of ORWG. It looks like the hair is growi... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
78,925 |
08-26-2014, 06:59 AM |
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Thread: New piece super closeup pics
Post: RE: New piece super closeup pics
Toplace uses single knots on the hairline and I believe the crown if you have a crown, the rest is double knot. Which is actually good because double knots tend to shed less and you can't see the knot... |
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AmericanJambo |
General hair replacement discussion |
5 |
78,925 |
11-08-2014, 05:00 AM |