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Cleaning is an important part of maintaining your hair system in order to keep it looking clean and to increase the life of the hair system. Here is a guide to help keep your hair system looking its best..
CLEANING YOUR SCALP: Quick & Effective Scalp Cleanup (Step-by-Step) 1. Remove the System (2–3 min) Spray bond remover along the perimeter Gently lift from the back or side Let remover do the work — no pulling 2. Wipe Off Adhesive (3–4 min) Use 99% isopropyl alcohol or citrus remover Cotton pads or microfiber cloth Wipe in one direction until scalp feels smooth 👉 If residue is stubborn, apply remover, wait 30 seconds, wipe again. 3. Wash Scalp (2–3 min) Use clarifying or tea tree shampoo Massage lightly with fingertips Rinse thoroughly (If you’re in a rush, this step is still essential.) 4. Dry Completely (1–2 min) Pat dry with towel Use cool or low-warm blow dryer if needed Scalp must be 100% dry 5. Degrease (1 min) Final wipe with 99% alcohol Removes oils + boosts adhesion 6. Scalp Protector (Optional but Smart – 1 min) Apply thin layer Let dry until tack-free 7. Ready to Reattach Scalp should feel: ✔ Clean ✔ Smooth ✔ Oil-free ✔ No residue
CLEANING YOUR SKIN BASE HAIR SYSTEM: Skin / Poly System Cleaning (System Only) 1. Apply Adhesive Remover (1 min) Spray citrus or alcohol-based remover directly onto the poly base Focus on taped or glued areas Let sit 30–60 seconds 2. Remove Adhesive Gently (2–3 min) Use: Fingertips Makeup sponge Soft microfiber cloth Push or roll glue/tape residue off the base Work slowly from one side to the other 🚫 Do not scrape or stretch the poly 3. Rinse the Base (1 min) Rinse under lukewarm water Let remaining residue slide off Keep water pressure light 4. Shampoo the System (1–2 min) Use system-safe or gentle shampoo Lightly spread through hair only Avoid aggressive rubbing on the base 5. Rinse & Condition Hair (Optional) (1 min) Rinse thoroughly Apply conditioner mid-lengths to ends only Keep conditioner off the base 6. Dry the Base (2 min) Pat hair with towel (don’t twist) Lay system base-up on a towel or mannequin Air dry or blow dry on cool 7. Final Base Prep (Optional – 30 sec) Wipe poly base with 99% alcohol Removes oils and conditioner residue Ready for tape or glue Key Poly Rules (Memorize These) ✔ Push glue off — don’t scrape ✔ Lukewarm water only ✔ Shampoo hair, not the base ✔ No brushes on wet poly ✔ Alcohol wipe before reattach
CLEANING A LACE SYSTEM : Lace Hair System Cleaning (System Only) 1. Apply Adhesive Remover (1–2 min) Spray citrus or lace-safe adhesive remover onto the underside of the lace Focus on taped or glued areas Let sit 1–2 minutes so adhesive releases from the knots 🚫 Don’t rush — pulling glue through lace causes shedding 2. Remove Adhesive (2–4 min) Place lace adhesive-side up on a flat surface Use: Fingertips Cotton pad Soft microfiber cloth Gently roll or dab adhesive away ⚠️ Never scrape lace or pull glue through the mesh 3. Rinse the Base (1 min) Rinse from the hair side down under lukewarm water Let water carry residue away from knots Keep pressure low 4. Shampoo the System (2–3 min) Use lace-safe / sulfate-free shampoo Apply to hair only Gently smooth downward — no circular scrubbing 5. Rinse & Condition (2 min) Rinse thoroughly Apply conditioner mid-lengths to ends only Keep conditioner off the lace base Rinse again 6. Dry the System (2–3 min) Gently blot hair with a towel (don’t rub) Place on mannequin head or towel Air dry or blow-dry on cool/low 7. Final Lace Prep (Optional – 30 sec) Lightly mist underside with 99% alcohol Removes oils and shampoo residue Improves next bond Lace-Specific Best Practices ✔ Always work from the underside ✔ Let remover do the work ✔ Never scrape or brush wet lace ✔ Avoid hot water ✔ Detangle only when mostly dry Common Lace Mistakes to Avoid ❌ Pulling glue through the mesh ❌ Scrubbing knots ❌ Conditioning the base ❌ High-heat drying ❌ Rushing adhesive remova
HOW TO STOP ITCHING : Before attachment Clean scalp thoroughly with 91–99% alcohol Use a scalp protector (Walker Max Hold Sport, Ghost Bond Scalp Protector) Let it fully dry before applying tape/glue Adhesive choice If you use glue → try Ghost Bond Platinum or XL If you use tape → Walker No-Shine or Supertape (cut smaller pieces) During wear Lightly spray leave-in conditioner (water-based only) Use Tea Tree spray or aloe (alcohol-free) once or twice a week Avoid heavy oils under the base Maintenance Remove and clean every 7–10 days Gently exfoliate scalp during cleanup (soft cloth, not nails) Wash scalp with a mild shampoo (Jon Renau, Nioxin Cleanser, or baby shampoo) Red flags (important) If you notice redness, burning, sores, or flaking, stop using that adhesive immediately. That’s irritation or contact dermatitis—not “normal itch.”