(12-13-2011, 10:36 AM)EricInNY Wrote: Guys, I received my first system today and need some advice. First off the piece is a lot darker than my hair is, so can the piece be dyed to something closer to my color? Also the wave is kinda curly, does this go away? I ordered the piece slightly longer so when I go for my cut in I am hoping she can just cut some curl out. I tried it on, of course no bonding or anything and I look like one of the Beatles when they first hit America, so hope it looks more natural when I get it cut in because if not I would prefer to keep going with wearing a baseball cap. So if you guys can help with these questions I would much appreciate. I'm kinda bummed out with the piece right now but hoping you guys had some same issues when you first received yours and after cut in we're happy. Thanks!

1) Can I dye the piece?
2) Does curl ease with either washing or product?
3) Should I use a knot sealer before my cut in?
4) Should I wash before cut in?
5) How do you tell if knots were bleached?

The body wave has been a lot curlier than I remember recently. I tend to wear mine a little bit longer and it's made styling a bit of a challenge. I was told it would wash out, but that's not really the case. You can get it under control though with products.

Most would recommend that you wash the piece before a cut-in. The stylist I go to does this anyways so I usually don't bother. Yes, use a knot sealer before your first attachment.

I've always had issues with bleached knots. The only pieces that ever came back from the factory with truly invisible knots were my old Farrell systems. But they also cost as much as a used car. There are different methods for bleaching the knots on your own and someone just started a new thread about getting blonde hair in the front to hide the knots and then dying it to match the rest of the piece. That sounds like a really great strategy. I'll be honest - I have dark hair and visible knots have almost always been an issue for me.

But the main thing is do NOT judge a piece before a cut-in. It's a night and day difference. I promise. Just throwing it on your head looks nothing like what it's going to after a stylist has their way with it. Don't worry.