Pairing Adhesive Types with Different System Bases By Yahaira Garcia, Walker Tape Co. As a stylist, your clients trust you to guide them through all the steps of hair replacement. Figuring out the right hair system is a big one. Equally important is matching the tape to the hairpiece and client. If the tape and the system don’t match, it can cause damage to the system or not hold as well. If the tape doesn’t match your client, it can cause discomfort or irritation. Finding the right tape is one of the best ways to keep clients coming back. To simplify finding the right tape, here are a few guidelines to consider for each system type.
Polyurethane Systems Polyurethane systems blend with your client’s skin tone. They can be customized to match the client’s skin exactly. They’re made out of silky rubber, which helps create a natural look. Poly systems tend to be really strong and opaque, so most tapes will work. But to help you narrow it down, here are some things to bear in mind when looking for the right tape. With poly systems, you’ll want a tape that: ▶ Is gentle on your client’s skin. ▶ Leaves little residue. ▶ Doesn’t hold for too long (few clients want to wear these for more than a week). With the opacity of these systems, you won’t have to worry about the tape being too shiny. So, regardless of the tape finish, it will still work with a poly system. CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 THE LINK MAGAZINE
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