Today, we’re going to discuss how long you can realistically expect a hair system to last. I’ll cover some important points to help you set your expectations.

Key Points to Consider
When setting your expectations for the duration of a hair system, consider the following:

Base Material and Thickness
Thicker Base: The thicker the base, the longer the hair system is likely to last.
Thinner Base: Thinner bases are more fragile and less durable, but they are more comfortable. It’s a trade-off between comfort and durability.
Base Types and Durations
Thicker Polyurethane (Poly) Bases
Duration: These tend to last longer, around 6-7 months, but the hair may start shedding after that.
Ultra-Thin Skins
Duration: These are the thinnest and most fragile. Don’t expect them to last more than 2 months.
Lace Bases
Swiss Lace: More fragile but comfortable, lasting around 2-3 months.
French Lace: More robust and can hold more hair, lasting 4-6 months.
Silk Bases
Silk Bases: These are becoming more popular. They last longer and are comfortable. My current system, which is a silk base, is almost 6 months old and still going strong. The expectation is to get up to a year out of it.

Summary of Expected Durations
Ultra-Thin Skin: 1-2 months.
Thicker Poly: 3-6 months.
Swiss Lace: 2-3 months.
French Lace: 4-6 months.
Silk Base: 8-12 months.

Tips for Extending Hair System Lifespan
You can always extend the lifespan of a hair system by taking good care of it. Here are some tips:

Use a silk pillowcase.
Apply Argan oil.
Keep it out of the sun.

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