Hair Systems

Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Designed Around You

A hair system provides a non-surgical way to replace hair across an area of established thinning or hair loss.

Unlike a conventional full wig that is removed and reapplied by the wearer, some hair systems are designed to remain securely attached for longer periods and integrate closely with the patient’s existing hair and scalp.

Modern systems can be customised according to the required coverage, hair colour, density, texture and style.

Alopecia UK describes hair systems as hair replacement options that may be fixed to the scalp and worn during normal everyday activities, with regular professional maintenance required.

Who May Consider a Hair System?

Hair systems can provide an option for patients experiencing:

• Male Pattern Hair Loss
• Female Pattern Hair Loss
• Established crown or frontal hair loss
• Alopecia
• Permanent localised hair loss
• Scarring hair loss
• Patients who do not want or are not suitable for hair transplantation

They may also appeal to people who want a more immediate visual result without undergoing surgery.

The appropriate system depends on the extent of hair loss, existing hair and the patient’s lifestyle.

Creating a Natural Appearance

A hair system can be selected or customised according to features such as:

• Hair colour
• Texture
• Density
• Length
• Direction of growth
• Hairline appearance
• Base construction
• Coverage area

Bespoke systems can be designed to reproduce aspects of the patient’s previous appearance or create a new hairstyle according to personal preference.

Once fitted, the system can be cut and styled to blend with appropriate existing hair.

How Are Hair Systems Secured?

Several attachment methods can be used depending on the particular system and the condition of the scalp and remaining hair.

These can include specialist adhesives, tapes, clips or integrated attachment techniques. Alopecia UK notes that different systems and wearers require different attachment approaches and that bonded systems require ongoing removal, cleaning and refitting.

The recommended method will be discussed during consultation.

Ongoing Maintenance

A professionally fitted hair system requires regular care.

As natural hair grows and the attachment changes over time, the system may need to be removed, cleaned, adjusted and refitted.

The frequency of maintenance depends on factors including:

• Attachment method
• Natural hair growth
• Scalp condition
• Lifestyle
• System construction
• Home-care routine

This ongoing commitment should be considered before deciding whether a hair system is the right option.

Hair Systems or Hair Transplantation?

A hair system and hair transplant solve hair loss in fundamentally different ways.

A transplant surgically redistributes a limited supply of natural donor follicles. A hair system provides external coverage and is not restricted by donor density in the same way.

For some patients, transplantation is the preferred long-term approach. For others, the desired density, extent of loss or personal preference makes non-surgical replacement more appropriate.

YT Medical can discuss both pathways where relevant.