I received my first TL system about a month ago and sent it to Debbie T for styling. She did an excellent job, I think. I do agree that the first time you put on a HP it does seem like a lot of hair (compared to what we're used to seeing).

In fact, even though I've been wearing systems for 3 or so years, every time I put one on, it seems like it's too much hair. To others, though, it's not even noticed (unless, it's really badly done). Most people will notice either a really badly done system or a really well done one. So, do not confuse admiring looks for looks of suspicion.

New systems take awhile to settle down and become less poofy (inflated). I'm attaching some pics of my latest system right after receiving it from Debbie. It's not washed or anything, yet, so it's still "big." It will settle after a couple washings and with more gel.