Hi /r/Hairsystem. I had my first system installed today after lurking and learning here for over a year. 

I found a highly rated hair system barber in Miami and brought her the system, which she colored, installed, and cut.

The piece: Superhairpieces, full lace, 80% density. After discussing options with the barber, I will probably try a hybrid next time for easier maintenance and longevity. It would be from a different supplier, as SHP doesn't have a hybrid with 80% density + gray.

Background: To avoid the monk vibe I have shaved my head fully bald for over 8 years. Given the obvious change, I have fully been transparent with friends and family on trying something new. My personal reason? I just got bored with bald.

Initial impressions: It's easy to forget it is on. After seeing a movie in the theater, I went to the bathroom and almost jump scared myself.

The hardest part of this process was wearing a hat for 3 months while growing out my bio hair.

It's a little "poofy" - I understand this is common and it will settle in a few days. The system has bleached knots but I still see some in the very front. She applied 1-2 layers of glue before application. Perhaps 3-4 layers can help make them disappear better. 

So far people closest to me have only given excited, positive feedback. I like the hairline and think it is befitting my (middle) age. After the hair settles, I will play with thinning about the very front for a more graduated hairline.

I intend to try this out for the next 45 days at least (through one re-installation) to see if the HS life is for me. I will post an update on my journey and thoughts, if just to provide content back to this community from which I've learned so much.

First Hair System