Hair System Density Chart
Hair systems use a lower scale than women's wigs, matched to natural adult hair.
| Density | Percentage | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Extra light | About 70% | Older clients, very fine hair, the most natural front |
| Light | About 80% | Mature clients, thin natural hair |
| Light-medium | About 90% | Most adult men |
| Medium | About 100% | Most adult men, average to thick hair |
| Medium-heavy | About 110% | Thick hair, younger clients |
| Heavy | About 120% | Very thick hair, voluminous styles |
Our stock systems come in 80% to 110%, and afro units in 100% to 120%. Extra light and heavy densities are made to order.
Match the client's own hair at the sides and back, not what they remember from years ago. A system that's too dense is a common reason it looks fake. Many studios order a lighter density at the front hairline and a fuller crown, called graduated density.
For wig densities, see our density and length chart.
Hair Direction Options
| Direction | Looks like | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Freestyle | Hair tied to fall any way | Most styles, flexible |
| Back | Hair tied toward the back | Slicked-back and quiff styles |
| Left part / right part | Hair tied away from a set part | Classic side-part styles |
| Forward | Hair tied toward the front | Crops, fringes, Caesar cuts |
| Crown swirl | Natural swirl at the crown | Matching the client's own crown |
Freestyle suits most clients. Choose a set direction when the client always wears the same style.
Front Contour and Hairline Finish
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Front contour | Natural (slightly receded), straight, rounded, or to template |
| Front finish | Lace front with single knots, bleached knots, thin skin front with V-looped hair |
| Hairline density | Lighter at the front for a soft, natural edge |
| Front contour from template | Follow the line drawn on the template |
See our hair system bases guide for which bases give the most natural front.
Filled-In Order Form Example
| Field | Example entry |
|---|---|
| Client code | (client code) |
| Size | Template enclosed, or (front to back) x (ear to ear) |
| Base | Hybrid: French lace center, thin skin perimeter, lace front |
| Density | Light-medium 90%, lighter at the front |
| Hair direction | Freestyle with left part |
| Crown swirl | Yes, at the marked position |
| Front contour | Natural, slightly receded |
| Front finish | Bleached knots |
| Hair type and length | Remy human hair, 6" |
| Curl | Straight, slight body |
| Color | Match sample, with 20% grey |
Fill in the same fields for every client and keep a copy, so reorders match. Ask us for the custom order form, and see our custom hair system page for every option.
FAQ
Why does my hair system look too thick?
The density is higher than the client's natural hair. Order a lighter density or a graduated density with a lighter front.
Why does a hair system look thinner the longer it's worn?
Because it is losing hair. Every wash, brushing and removal pulls a few hairs out of the knots, and hair tied into a base doesn't grow back. A system ordered at 90% may be closer to 80% after a few months, starting at the front where the knots are finest. If clients always look thin before their replacement is due, order the next density up, or replace a little sooner.
Send the Form With the Template
Send the filled-in form, the template and the hair sample in one parcel. We check every field against the template before the base is cut, and save the spec under your client code for reorders.
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