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    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 16,716 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 16,716 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 72,710 12-05-2013, 12:41 PM
    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...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 14,434 01-13-2014, 05:36 AM
    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...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 27,241 07-15-2014, 06:37 AM
    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.
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 54,989 10-14-2014, 04:43 AM
    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...
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 3 35,105 11-12-2014, 08:15 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 46,089 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 46,089 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 12,410 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 12,208 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 12,208 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 38,976 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 38,976 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 38,232 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 53,226 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 32,582 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 29,673 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 7,538 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 7,538 07-15-2016, 04:05 AM
    Thread: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600
Post: RE: Help deciding - TL250 vs TL600

Any thoughts? Anyone?
AmericanJambo General hair replacement discussion 1 21,835 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 21,835 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 9,834 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 4,429 02-01-2017, 04:01 AM
    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 62,477 11-30-2013, 10:59 AM