Frequently Asked Questions About Hair Replacement Technology

1. What holds the hair system (weave) on?
2. Can I go swimming or exercising without losing my hair weave and embarrassing myself?
3. Will the hair weave lift off in high winds?
4. How do I care for my weave? What hair care products are recommended?
5. How often do I need to have my weave tightened or firmed again if it is on permanently?
6. What is the difference between synthetic and human hair?
7. What is the difference between a custom-made and stock hair piece?

Truths or Myths ?

1. Here are the Truths

1. What holds the hair system (weave) on?

Special double-sided tape can be used daily by placing it around the perimeter of the weave. Other methods include using special weave clips, hardbond adhesives, or a cable weave track and sew method of attachment.

2. Can I go swimming or exercising without losing my hair weave and embarrassing myself?

Yes. Contrary to what is seen in television (often for comedy purposes), the hair weave will not fall off easily while exercising. But the firmness of the weave depends on the type of exercise you are doing. Extreme sports like water skiing would require more lasting attachments like the hardbond adhesives.

3. Will the hair weave lift off in high winds?

It shouldn’t. The key in preventing the weave from lifting up at all is having it made to conform correctly to the shape of your head. That is one reason why a custom-made stock weave is superior to a stock piece. When you make your weave mould (it’s really simple and easy), be sure to use 4 layers of clear packing tape so that the mould will hold the shape and contour of your head. A weave that fits well gives a more natural look and feel.

4. How do I care for my weave? What hair care products are recommended?

You can maintain the weave yourself by washing it with a mild pH (4.5 – 5.5) shampoo. Use cream-type conditioners that do NOT contain Lanolin, polymers, or heavy oils, to give the weave a soft feel. Alternatively, you may choose to come to New Chain Hair Centre Pte Ltd for your weave maintenance.

5.   How often do I need to have my weave tightened or firmed again if it is attached permanently?

Depending on the type of attachment method used, clients are advised to return to our centre every 4-6 weeks. Other factors including the rate of hair growth, natural scalp oils and lifestyles, will influence the frequency of visits to our centre.

6. What is the difference between synthetic and human hair?

Both synthetic and human hair can experience colour fadage. Human hair can be re-coloured, but not synthetic hair. A synthetic weave is good for daily use because it requires relatively low maintenance. However, if it is used extensively (for sleeping, showering, exercising), there is a tendency that it might get fuzzy quickly whereas human hair will not. Synthetic hair goes flat with time and must be steam-waved every 6-8 weeks. Human hair, on the other hand, can be ordered with waves up to 10mm or it can be permed (with care) without damaging it. However, if the hair must be tightly curled, it can only be ordered with synthetic hair.

7. What is the difference between a custom-made and stock hair weave?

Stock hair pieces are of a standard size, recession and contour. They are also limited in available colours. They are pre-made and are available immediately, but they may not fit properly on your head. As mentioned earlier, custom-made hair weaves are specially made and designed to fit best on your head, with your individual needs and requirements met. They also provide the most natural look and feel.

Truths Or Myths?

 Here are the truths.

• Cutting or shaving hair will have no effect on its rate of growth.
• Shampooing hair will not affect hair loss one way or the other. Hairs that fall out during shampooing are ready to drop as there is new growth.
• Shampooing once or twice a day is acceptable as long as the shampoo is formulated for daily use. People with oily scalps are recommended to shampoo their hair daily.
• Frequency of shampooing will not affect the rate of production of sebum (oil) from the sebaceous glands.
• Sebum does not cause hair loss. Hair follicles do not get blocked up by oil.