How to customise your order

If you would like to process your order remotely, i.e. without visiting one of our stylists, here is an overview on how to order.

Making a template

Supplying a template/mould of your hair loss area is the first step in ordering a bespoke hair replacement system. The template will be used as a mould from which we will derive the correct size and shape of your hair loss area. This will ensure we make a system that is a perfect fit for you.

There are two options for supplying a template:

Option 1: Send us an old or spare hair system

If you currently use a hair system, please feel free to send us an old or spare unit, providing it still fits perfectly. Using your existing system as a guide, we can not only the measure the size, but also ascertain other custom specifications such as; hair density, hair direction, curl & wave, colour, etc.

We can replicate these details precisely and apply them to your chosen Hair Hub hair system. Alternatively, if you prefer, we can use your old system as a template for size only and you can provide new custom specs, as required.

Option 2: Making a new template

If you are new to hair replacement or you do not have a old/spare system, you can easily make your own template using our simple instructions

Making a head mould using sellotape and cling film

This type of template is a standard procedure within the hair replacement industry to measure the size of the hair loss area. Although this process may appear basic, it is a standard within the professional industry and has been used for many years to accurately measure to the size of the hair loss area, curvature of the scalp and the recession (shape of the front hairline) – but best of all, it’s really simple to do!

Items Required:

- Cling film (saran wrap)
- Sellotape
- Make-up pencil
- Permanent marker pen
- Scissors
- Hand mirror

Process

Step 1:

Draw your hairline with a make up pencil on your skin from temple to temple. If you will be using tape at the front of your new system, use the same shape tape as a stencil for this line. The placement of the hairline is established by placing 3 or 4 fingers (depending on your age) above the eyebrows when your brow is furrowed (eyebrows raised). Draw a line from this point to form your hairline. A hairline with a deeper recession looks the most natural rather than one that is too straight across. Be careful not to place your hairline too far down. Use rubbing alcohol to erase the line if you need to try again.

Step 2:

Place cling film over the head so it covers the entire balding area. It helps to slightly dampen the scalp/hair before starting so the wrap stays close to your head. Use a length of plastic wrap long enough to cover your ears and twist the ends tighten over your scalp.

Step 3:

Apply 3 layers of Sellotape to cover the plastic wrap starting from front to back, then across from side to side, ending up with the top layer of tape going in the direction from front to back. The tape will lock the plastic wrap into a permanent transparent tape mould.

Step 4:

Using your permanent marker pen and a hand mirror, draw the shape for your system by first tracing the hairline you drew on your skin in step 1 onto the template. Continue to draw a line that will form the perimeter of your system by tracing your existing hair perimeter all the way around your head.

Step 5:

After the entire outer perimeter is drawn, mark the front of the template with an 'F' and the back with a 'B'.

Step 6:

Add one more layer of tape (now 4) to seal the markings, then remove the template from your head.

Step 7:

With scissors, trim off the excess tape and cling film up to the perimeter black line to form the template. Place on the head to ensure it's the correct size and shape and you're done!

If you unsure how to do this yourself, please feel free to give us a call and we will happily guide you through the process, or book a consultation for you at one of our salons.

Hair direction

The hair direction will determine the type of hair style that can be achieved from a hair system. The individual strands of hair can be attached to the hair system base 'strand-by-strand' at predetermined angles, which will govern the direction the hair will fall.

Many clients like to choose a hair direction similar to their own before experiencing hair loss. Alternatively, you may like to opt for a hair direction which best suits your current hair style requirements. For example, If you always brush your hair in a particular style, i.e. left parting, then you would be advised to choose this hair direction, because the hair will naturally fall into this shape making it easier for you to manage. However, if you prefer to experiment with different styles then the 'Free Style' option will best suit your needs. The hair on a freestyle unit can be styled in any direction, giving you the option to part your hair anywhere, brush it forward or straight back.

Here is a list of the hair direction options available:

Freestyle (most popular)
Left Break (without defined parting)
Right Break (without defined parting)
Left Parting (with defined parting)
Right Parting (with defined parting)
Centre Parting (with defined parting)
Left Crown
Right Crown
Centre Crown
Brushed forward
Brushed back

Hair density

Choosing the correct density is one of the most important aspects, to ensure your hair system will look natural.

One of the main reasons why most other hair systems are detectable is a result of unnaturally thick hair. It is essential that these inferior systems have such heavy densities because the hair needs to be thick enough to hide the unsightly nylon mesh base, into which the hair was knotted.

This is where we are different. All of our system bases create a flawless illusion of hair appearing to grow directly out of your scalp. Even under the closest inspection, all you see is hair and scalp.

Our hair systems give you the option to reduce the density and expose some scalp giving your hair a much more natural and authentic appearance.

Selecting the correct hair density is determined by two key factors:

Your own hair density

It is important to choose a density that matches your remaining hair at the sides and back. This will help to blend your system into your existing hair.

Age

There is a strong correlation between age and hair density. Therefore, it is important to choose a density to match your age. A man in his 20s or 30s could choose a thicker density, such as medium or even medium heavy and still achieve a natural looking hair style. Conversely, as we begin to age it is common for our hair to gradually reduce in density so a man in his 40s, 50s or 60s would better suit a lighter density to render a more natural appearance.

Here is a list of the hair density options available:

- Extra Light (60%)
- Light (80%)
- Medium Light (100%)
- Medium (130%)
- Medium Heavy (150%)
- Heavy (180%)