There are a myriad of supplies/suppliers out there. It can be a bit of a mine-field for newbies, but there`s no need to get confused. Don`t `stress` over tecchie. terms like `Isopropyl` [first time I saw that used, I was like, `W.T.F`? ?] All you need is primarily , Lace-release [get at least 2 bottles as you`ll be using it frequently] Then, a glue-melter [basically a different `grade`of alcohol ] and/ or a glue-solvent, to actually break down the residues of tape/glues on your scalp...the citrus-based solvents do an excellent job...alcohol products can be hard work with some stubborn glues/tapes and merely make the stuff go tacky --it can be obstinate to remove. `De-solv-it` http://www.amazon.co.uk/Solv-Strength-De...020&sr=8-2 so you can see what it looks like. Another good one http://www.amazon.com/Hair-Style-21-C-22...B001E2RGY6
Have a look at the various supplier-sites, as they all give little `resumès` of the various tapes and glues and expected bond-durations and `strengths` of each. Get a bottle of knot-sealer..it`s expensive but a small bottle is enough to treat at least 6 systems if not more..so it will `last`.... it`s an acrylic which forms a `locking`layer when applied to the underside of your lace and prevents knot from becoming undone / hair shedding.
It`s a matter of having a selection of tapes --they aren`t too dear really, but glues can be pricey ..I`d advise anyone to , ok, maybe get a tub of a strong glue like maybe Ultrahold or Ghostbond but also have maybe 2 other smaller / `weaker` [cheaper] ones to hand just in case you find your body is not tolerating the `main`one..least you have a `fall-back` product to hand. Many people find those two glues not so good for them ...some guys find `oil resistant white glue` [Google it] works fine , particularly for an oily scalp....it`s trial and error with glues for some guys...others just find no bothers from the word go... I think the water-based white glues are `cleaner`/less of a hassle when de-bonding, than acrylic glues, and are also easier to apply...acrylic ones can be `messy`. Finally get a system-friendly shampoo and conditioner which is/are sulfate-free, and specifically for hair systems. I like `Remysoft` shampoo and conditioner, [ http://www.remysofthair.com/ ] but again, there are many available --avoid the `normal`ones as they usually ruin a system in no time--best wishes with whatever you chose anyway. . Paul.