What are ready-to-wear (stock) hair systems?+
What are ready-to-wear (stock) hair systems?
Quick Answer: Ready-to-wear systems are pre-made hair units held in stock, ready to ship and wear after a simple trim-to-fit.
They come in popular base types, sizes, densities, and colors so you can start quickly without waiting for a custom build. Cut the base to your hairline, bond, and go.
- Pre-made and in stock for fast shipping.
- Standard sizes, densities, and colors.
- Trim to fit your hairline at home or with a stylist.
💡Pro Tip: Ready-to-wear is the fastest, lowest-risk way to try a base type before committing to custom.
How fast do ready-to-wear systems ship compared to custom?+
How fast do ready-to-wear systems ship compared to custom?
Quick Answer: Stock systems usually ship within a few business days, while custom systems take weeks to build.
Because ready-to-wear units are already made, there’s no production wait — ideal if you need a replacement quickly or want to get started right away.
- Stock: ships in a few business days.
- Custom: typically several weeks to manufacture.
- Great for fast replacements and first-timers.
💡Pro Tip: Keep a spare stock unit on hand so a custom order’s lead time never leaves you without hair.
How do stock systems differ from custom systems?+
How do stock systems differ from custom systems?
Quick Answer: Stock systems come in fixed specifications; custom systems are built to your exact measurements, materials, and color.
Ready-to-wear covers the most popular combinations and can be trimmed to fit. Custom lets you specify base size, hairline, density, hair type, and precise color — at a higher price and longer wait.
- Stock: fixed specs, fast, budget-friendly.
- Custom: exact fit and full personalization.
- Both can deliver a natural result.
💡Pro Tip: Start with stock to learn your preferences, then order custom to lock in your perfect spec.
What base sizes and densities do stock systems come in?+
What base sizes and densities do stock systems come in?
Quick Answer: Most stock units use a standard 10x8 inch base with medium to medium-heavy density, trimmable to your shape.
The 10x8 base suits most head sizes and is cut down to your hairline. Densities generally run 100–130% so you can pick a natural or fuller look.
- Standard 10x8 in. base, trimmable.
- Densities around 100–130%.
- Cut to follow your exact hairline.
💡Pro Tip: If you’re between sizes, choose the larger base — you can always trim, but you can’t add material.
Can a stock system be cut and fitted to my head?+
Can a stock system be cut and fitted to my head?
Quick Answer: Yes — stock systems are designed to be trimmed to your hairline and head shape.
The oversized base is cut down to match your contour, then bonded. A stylist can do this for you, or you can learn to template and cut it yourself.
- Trim the base to your hairline and head shape.
- DIY or have a stylist fit it.
- Templating first ensures a clean cut.
💡Pro Tip: Make a plastic-wrap template of your head first so every future unit is cut identically.
Are ready-to-wear systems good for first-time wearers?+
Are ready-to-wear systems good for first-time wearers?
Quick Answer: Yes — they’re the recommended starting point because they’re affordable, fast, and forgiving.
You can experience a base type and learn application without the cost or wait of custom. Skin and hybrid stock units are especially beginner-friendly.
- Lower cost to start than custom.
- Fast to receive and easy to trim.
- Skin/hybrid bases are forgiving to apply.
💡Pro Tip: A stock skin system with tape tabs is one of the easiest first setups to master.
Can I customize the color or add gray to a stock system?+
Can I customize the color or add gray to a stock system?
Quick Answer: Stock systems ship in set colors, but many can be dyed and gray can be added through our add-on services.
Choose from standard color options, then use add-ons like gray percentage or a special color design to fine-tune the match to your natural hair.
- Standard color options in stock.
- Gray percentage add-ons available.
- Dye-after and special color services offered.
💡Pro Tip: Match your color to the hair at the back of your head, not the front — it’s usually your true base shade.
How much do ready-to-wear hair systems cost?+
How much do ready-to-wear hair systems cost?
Quick Answer: Ready-to-wear systems generally cost less than custom, typically in the $200–$500 range depending on base and hair quality.
Price varies with base type, hair grade (standard vs. Remy human hair), and density. Add-ons like extra length or gray adjust the total.
- Roughly $200–$500 for most stock units.
- Remy human hair costs more than standard.
- Add-ons adjust the final price.
💡Pro Tip: Factor in adhesive and care supplies — about $20–40/month — when budgeting your true cost.
How long do stock hair systems last?+
How long do stock hair systems last?
Quick Answer: With daily wear, a stock system typically lasts 2–4 months depending on base type and care.
Thin-skin and lace units trade some longevity for realism; mono and thicker bases last longer. Gentle products and careful removal extend any unit’s life.
- Skin/lace: about 2–3 months daily wear.
- Mono/thicker bases: 3–4 months or more.
- Good care adds weeks of usable life.
💡Pro Tip: Rotating two stock units lets each rest and can extend total lifespan by 40–60%.
Can I reorder the same stock system later?+
Can I reorder the same stock system later?
Quick Answer: Yes — stock specs are consistent, so you can reorder the same base, density, and color for a reliable match.
Because ready-to-wear units follow fixed specifications, replacements look and fit like your last one, which makes long-term wear simple and predictable.
- Consistent specs across reorders.
- Reliable color and density match.
- Simple long-term replacement.
💡Pro Tip: Note your exact model, size, density, and color code so every reorder is effortless.
