Hair Replacement Overview

Hair replacement may sound as a mystery to a novice but it is simply the latest term to what once was called a wig.  With the advancement of terminology came huge developments in the techniques of crafting and attaching the hair pieces resulting in such natural looking works of art that it would take an expert to tell the difference between the real thing and the manufactured.  It has become a natural course for men and women going through long hair transplant procedures to invest in a good hair replacement system if they choose to keep mum about their surgery.

Hair replacement systems are hair additions or any external hair-bearings attached to the scalp or existing hair to cover bald spots or thinning hair. This category covers toupees, hairpieces, hair weaves, hair extensions and partial hair prostheses. These systems may consist of human hair, synthetic fiber or a combination of both.  More popular nowadays are partial hair additions which are secured in a number of ways to the existing hair.  Some of the techniques used are fusion, cabling, bonding and weaving.

Do not think for a moment that these systems are a cheaper alternative to other solutions for hair loss.  With hair replacement systems you get what you pay for and natural doesn’t come cheap.  The more natural looking the piece the more invisible its attachment system the more expensive it’s going to get.  You should also factor in the maintenance and the adhesive or attachment accessories.

One of the best and most natural looking of the hair replacement system is the second skin membrane system.  The secret to its very natural look is the individual tied or looped strands of hair which are woven into a very thin co-polymer membrane, because of this it is very hard to tell the difference between the second skin membrane system and a real head of hair.  However these systems are very delicate and have to be replaced a few times a year.  This is most definitely the better and more natural choice for men facing hair loss as compared to old toupee or wigs.

The lace hair replacement system one of the most expensive systems is by and far one of the most natural looking system. To tell the difference between this hair replacement system and real hair is virtually impossible as each hair looks surely to be growing out of the scalp itself.  But the reality is that the hair is really only just knotted into the lace. The lace hair replacement system makes a very natural looking hairline and thus is most suitable for men as well as for women.

It is also healthier as it allows the skin of your scalp to breathe. The lace hair replacement system is very lightweight and comfortable to wear. Depending on how often you wear it, you may need to replace this as many as 2 -4 times each year.

If your hair loss is due to illness or chemotherapy or physical abnormalities, these hair replacement systems are a boost to your self confidence and help you feel more at ease with yourself.

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