Hey, sorry to hear your story unfortunately we have all been there. Once you have system attached and cut in you will be so happy you decided to go with the "wig", trust me. Is the salon you are going to specialized in cutting in hair systems? Just asking because if they are, being that this is your first system I would highly recommend you let them cut the system down for you, at least on your first go, just my opinion. Good luck and please post on your first experience when you have it cut in.