How to Maintain Your Non-Surgical Hair System: The Modern Man’s Routine
By Lisa Ann Begley, Founder of LAB & CO – Melbourne, Australia
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The Art of Everyday Confidence
A great hair system is more than a look, it’s a lifestyle.
At LAB & CO we believe confidence comes from consistency, and that includes how you care for your hair. A well-maintained system doesn’t just look natural; it lasts longer, feels better, and continues to reflect your refined style day after day.
Our founder, Lisa Ann Begley, has personally sourced the LAB retail care range — a line designed exclusively for hair replacement – to simplify your routine while protecting both the system and your scalp. Each product is crafted with care, free from parabens and sulphates, and made to enhance longevity and natural feel.
Here’s how to keep your system in its best condition – confident, effortless, and always refined.
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1. Timing and Temperature Matter
After your service, always wait 24 hours before wetting the hair or engaging in high perspiration activity. This ensures proper bond security and a clean set.
When it’s time to wash, use cool to warm water only — never hot. Excess heat can weaken the adhesive or dry out the hair.
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2. Washing: Less Is More
You only need to wash your system once a week using the recommended LAB shampoo and conditioner.
Overwashing can break down the base and shorten the life of your hair system.
If you’ve been exposed to chlorine or salt water, rinse gently under the shower to remove buildup.
A spray bottle is perfect for freshening and styling between washes.
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3. Gentle Motions, Always
Avoid rubbing or circular washing motions. Instead, use a flat palm motion, moving from the top of the head down.
This protects the hair cuticle, knotting and keeps the base secure and your scalp free of irritation.
When drying, gently pat with a towel – no twisting or rubbing.
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4. The Right Products, The Right Way
•Use only the recommended LAB conditioner, which seals the cuticle and keeps the hair soft and manageable.
•Avoid volumising shampoos — they lift the cuticle and can cause tangling.
•Finish with our LAB leave-in conditioner spray or serum to add daily moisture and keep the hair looking vibrant and natural.
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5. Brushing and Styling with Care
•Always use a vent brush with soft plastic ball tips. Brushes without ball ends can tear the base or loosen hair strands from the base over time.
•Brush once daily, starting from the ends and working upward toward the roots.
•Avoid back-and-forth or harsh motions on the hairpiece.
•A warm (not hot) hairdryer is suitable for styling — always in the direction you wish the hair to fall.
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6. Night Routine Essentials
Before bed:
•Never go to sleep with wet hair.
•If your system includes longer hair, plait it loosely to prevent tangling.
•Rest on a silk pillowcase it reduces friction and keeps your hair smoother overnight and is also good for your face.
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7. Maintenance and Aftercare
For the best aesthetic and hygiene, schedule your maintenance service every 35 days or sooner.
Never scratch your scalp or system base. If irritation occurs, gently tap or pat instead. Persistent sensitivity should always be discussed with your LAB & CO technicians – we’ll tailor an alternative attachment method if needed or point you in the right direction for medical attention.
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8. Confidence, Crafted to Last
Your hair system is an investment in yourself and caring for it properly keeps it looking and feeling its best.
By following this simple routine and using the LAB retail range formulated specifically for hair replacement, you’re not just maintaining a system you’re maintaining your confidence.
At LAB & CO we don’t just create transformations; we help you live them every day.
Confidence Restored. Style Refined.
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