How Do You Care For A Mesh Integration System?
Gentle, consistent aftercare helps keep your system looking its best while caring for your natural hair and scalp. Always follow your fitting specialist’s instructions, as care needs vary between systems.
Brush gently: Use the brush recommended by your specialist. Support the hair near the base, starting at the ends and gradually working upwards without pulling on the mesh.
Wash with care: Detangle before washing, keep the hair flowing downwards and gently smooth shampoo through it. Avoid scrubbing, circular motions or piling the hair on top of your head.
Condition the lengths: Apply conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends, keeping it away from the mesh and attachment points. Use products approved by your specialist.
Dry thoroughly: Gently squeeze out excess water with a towel without rubbing. Dry the mesh base and natural roots completely using gentle airflow and a low heat setting. Never go to bed with a damp system.
Protect it overnight: Once dry, secure the hair in a loose plait. A silk or satin pillowcase can help reduce friction and tangling.
Keep your maintenance appointments: Follow the schedule set by your specialist so they can check the fit, your natural hair and your scalp. Contact them if you notice discomfort, irritation, slipping or matting, and leave adjustments and removal to them.
How Much Does Mesh Integration Cost?
Hair loss is deeply personal, and every client’s needs are different. That’s why our mesh integration systems are bespoke, tailored to your individual hair loss, lifestyle and desired look.
During your consultation, we’ll assess your hair and discuss the best options for you, including whether a lace or silk closure would be most suitable, along with the length, colour and density of your system.
Your personalised quote will be provided on the day of your consultation, once we’ve established your requirements.
What Mesh Is Used For The Integration System?
As the goal is to make the system as comfortable as possible, we use a breathable, hypoallergenic mesh which has been specifically designed for integration solutions. The mesh features small holes, which stops the system from feeling hot, sweaty and itchy, helping it to feel just as if it was your natural hair. It is also far stronger than a typical mesh material, allowing the extension strands to fit securely without movement.
What Happens To My Natural Hair Underneath The Mesh Integration?
If you are not currently experiencing hair growth and your follicles are dormant, then it is important to keep in mind that the system will not encourage them to grow, but instead, keep your scalp as healthy as possible. For those whose hair is continuing to grow, it will carry on as normal underneath the mesh. During your maintenance appointments, you may notice some shedding, but this is completely normal and is just the dead hair that was trapped inside the system coming out.
How do I wash it?
All aftercare will be discussed on the day of the fitting. You will also receive an aftercare sheet along with the relevant aftercare products. We recommend washing your hair system every 10 days.
Can I wear it up?
This all depends on whether you have a head mesh or a full head. For half-head, you can put your hair up, and with a full-head mesh system, we advise a low ponytail only.
Can I have whatever colour I want?
This all depends on whether you have a half system or a full system. We do not recommend a drastic colour change.
Will it damage my natural hair?
If you follow the aftercare and have regular maintenance, it won't damage your hair.
How old do I need to be?
We only do mesh systems for 18-year-olds and above.
Is there any glue used?
We usually sew everything; however, if you have frontal fibrosing alopecia, we do use tape to hold the system in place.
Is it comfortable?
The mesh integration system does take some getting used to. It can take a few days as it is sewn quite tight, just like any other hair extension method.
Can I choose what parting I want?
Yes, you can; however, bear in mind you will not be able to change this once it is set until you have a removal and refit.
What is a pinch forward?
This is where your natural hair grows underneath, and with this, the mesh integration system starts to move. When this happens, we cut along the closure, tighten the rings at the hairline and re-sew on so your system is securely in place. This is done every 3-4 weeks, and the appointment generally takes 15-30 minutes.
How long will my lace closure last?
The lifespan of a lace closure is 6-9 months with the correct aftercare.