--- title: Basic Need-to-Know Hair Systems Terms description: Learn all the basic need-to-know hair systems terms with this amazing blog. image: http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-8og151h/products/639/images/1025/basic-need-to-know-hair-systems-terms-7__06346.1428526097.1280.1280.jpg?c=2 --- - [Home](http://adventhair.com) - [Sign in](http://adventhair.mybigcommerce.com/login.php) or [Create an account](http://adventhair.mybigcommerce.com/login.php?action=create_account) - [Checkout](https://blog.adventhair.com/checkout.php) - [Sign in](http://adventhair.com/login.php) or [Create an account](http://adventhair.com/login.php?action=create_account) Factory Direct Hair Systems for Men and Women - [![Facebook](https://blog.adventhair.com/hubfs/AdventHair_Jul2015/facebook.png) ](https://www.facebook.com/AdventHair) - [![Twitter](https://blog.adventhair.com/hubfs/AdventHair_Jul2015/twitter.png) ](https://twitter.com/adventhair) - [![Blog](https://blog.adventhair.com/hubfs/AdventHair_Jul2015/blog.png) ](https://blog.adventhair.com/) [![Advent Hair](https://blog.adventhair.com/hubfs/images/AH-logo-transparent.png)](http://www.adventhair.com/) Factory Direct Hair Systems for Men and Women ##### Call us toll free # 1-800-756-8585 - [Home](http://adventhair.com/) - [Blog](https://blog.adventhair.com/) - Basic Need-to-Know Hair Systems Terms # [FREE Hair System Buyers' Guide!](https://info.adventhair.com/request-a-free-hair-system-buyers-guide) Curious to learn in more detail the ins & outs of how to order your next hair system? This guide will help you: - Understand the different bases available - Choose the proper density & color (including highlights) - Different attachment methods - Place your order with confidence [GET THE GUIDE NOW](https://info.adventhair.com/request-a-free-hair-system-buyers-guide) # Basic Need-to-Know Hair Systems Terms By Jeff Waite on Feb 5, 2013 12:00:00 AM ![Basic Need-to-Know Hair Systems Terms](http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-8og151h/products/639/images/1025/basic-need-to-know-hair-systems-terms-7__06346.1428526097.1280.1280.jpg?c=2) Newcomers to world of [hair systems](http://www.adventhair.com/hairsystems.html) may see so many new and unfamiliar terms that the thought of running and hiding might seem reasonable. You need not worry; even though learning these terms might seem intimidating, it truly isn’t that hard, especially when you have the team at Advent Hair on your side to help you through the process. We decided that the best way to get those who have recently acquired hair systems comfortable with the terms used by [hair systems](http://www.adventhair.com/hairsystems.html) professionals is to make a handy list of some of the most commonly used terms. As always, if you have more questions about terms or about hair systems in general, feel free to contact us anytime by calling 1-800-756-8585.   **Hair systems:** Hair systems are basically a sophisticated kind of wig. Rather than just a poor quality wig, [hair systems](http://www.adventhair.com/hairsystems.html) are intricately crafted hair replacement solutions.   **Custom hair replacement systems:** These types of hair systems are the most advanced and highest quality hair systems on the market today. Handcrafted by a hair system specialist, these hair systems are designed to perfectly match your hair and scalp.   **Hair extensions:** Hair extensions are simply swatches of hair, human or synthetic, that are incorporated into one’s existing hair to add length or fullness to one’s hair. One of the most popular types of hair extensions is REMY hair extensions. REMY hair extensions use superior quality human hair to create natural-looking hair extensions.   **Toupee:** This is probably the most well-known term in the hair systems world. Toupees are hairpieces or partial hairpieces that cover baldness. They can range anywhere from stock hairpieces to fully customized hairpieces.   **Full head hair system:** This is a type of system that is made using either a French lace or silk mesh and is outlined with a poly perimeter. Like the name implies, the base is customized to fit your entire scalp.   **Tape adhesives:** Most hair systems attach to your scalp with the aid of an adhesive. The most common type of adhesive is tape adhesive. Tape adhesives lead nicely into the next term…   **Solvent:** If you use tape adhesives, you may notice some build-up from the glue on your hair system. 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