elvis.. I just had another thought on this.... obviously for your next order you`re going to have to nail the front density issue, but if you`re finding the toppik useful ..in order to keep it off the lace and underlying adhesives etc. why not get a comb which has teeth about an inch long, and not much gap between the teeth [ like a fine-comb] and push it `into`the hair `flat`[immediately above the knots] so that the comb is `parallel` with the base/scalp so when you sprinkle the toppik on, the comb will act as a barrier and prevent it getting down onto the lace..just move the comb around the perimeter at the front to the next `bit` and do the same thing..might be worth a try.