If you’re ready to purchase a suitable hair system, it’s essential to understand the differences between skin and lace hair systems. Selecting the right one is especially crucial for beginners.
By this post, you will have a deep understanding of distinctions between skin hair systems and lace hair systems. And you will know which one is the best choice for you.
Different base materials
A skin hair system has a transparent polyurethane base, which imitates the human scalp and provides a natural look.
A lace hair system is typically made from either French or Swiss lace, with French lace being the more durable option. Due to their mesh structure, we can clearly see that their biggest advantage is breathability.
Diverse knotting methods
The exclusive knotting methods of skin hair system
Injected
Injected skin hair systems is the most natural hair systems. This is because injected human hair imitates the growth pattern of natural hair, which makes the hair look like it grows directly out of the scalp. However, one drawback of this method is its tendency to make the hair more prone to shedding. Just as its name implies, injected hair means injecting a strand of hair directly into the base of the skin. It should be noted that injected technique can only be used for skin hair systems. On account of the mesh structure, we can imagine that injected technique in lace hair systems is inapplicable.
V-looped
V-looped hair is defined as a strand of hair that passes through a hole in the skin base and emerges from another. As same as injected technique, the v-looped technique is also not suitable for lace hair systems. But compared with the injected hair systems, V-looped hair systems are more durable, and their hair direction is more flexible rather than fixed in one direction.
The universal knotting methods
Single-split knot
Single-split knots are tied to the base by separating a strand of hair in opposite directions and tying them once. Compared with the two knotting methods mentioned above, this method enhances the durability of the base. Additionally, single-split knots are small, which contributes to a more natural appearance.
Double-split knot
In contrast, double-split knot is tied to the base twice by knotting, resulting in larger knots. However, this method prevents the hair from falling out easily. Therefore, considering their respective advantages, they are usually combined. For the authentic appearance and invisible hairline, single-split knots are usually bleached and used on the front, while double-split knots are placed at the back and sides to improve the durability of the hairpiece.
Single knot
Single knots fix the hair to the base by knotting and the hair lays flat down on the base. The hair strands all align in the same direction, making it possible to style the hair in any direction. This method is usually used on the back and sides to create a natural flat effect.
Double knot
Double knots is tied to the base twice by knotting. That’s why it’s stronger and more durable than single knots. The hair can also lay flat down on the base and its direction can be changed freely. However, we are supposed to pay attention to the fact that double knots should be used on the thick base in case it breaks the fragile base.
The pros and cons
| Lace Hair Systems | |
| Pros | Cons |
| Breathability | Easy to Tear |
| Lightweight | Difficult to Clean |
| Skin Hair Systems | |
| Pros | Cons |
| Natural Appearance | Poor Breathability |
| Easy to Clean | Less Lightweight |