QuoteReplyTopic: LF tape users help me out Posted: March 18 2008 at 3:00pm
okay so i'm gonna be using tape to apply my units and in the newbie thread it says that i need a "foundation" tape. where do i get it and how do i use it? the directions in the newbie thread aren't registering with me too well. this is what it says:
USING FOUNDATION TAPE IN CONJUNCTION WITH NORMAL TAPE ATTACHMENT:
When using tape to attach your hair system, the foundation material has to absorb a lot of stress each time you pull the tape off and reapply it. Over time, this can cause the material to tear and the knots of the hair to unravel.
By using foundation tape you can protect the foundation materiel from excessive stress. Here's how it works:
You start by cleaning your tape patch areas with isopropyl alcohol to remove any oil or residue. Then you apply a strip of foundation tape to the patch area. This foundation tape stays on the unit for a month or more of constant wear. Your regular double-sided tape is applied on top of the layer of foundation tape. This way, each time you change your tape through the normal course of wear, the stress of changing it is put on the foundation tape and not the foundation material or tape patch. It also prevents tape residue from building up in the knots of the hair.
TIP: To keep the foundation attached through shampooing and longer wear, apply a smal piece of lace front support tape under it. This will keep the foundation tape secure even longer.
I do not understand what is meant by foundation tape. I use supertape to apply my units and I usally get about a 14 day hold more/less and using the tape has not caused any damage to my units. Here is what I do
-cut the supertape strips in 1/2 or in 1/3's and apply it around the entire perimeter of my unit
-make sure u have some adjust a bond or some alcohol in a spray bottle nearby it allows u to adjust the application before the tape sticks to your skin
-and WAHLA; i take your time, peel the tape tabs back and apply the unit; make sure not to rush, when u rush your hair comes out looking like PLANET OF THE APES (I've done it several times-had the lacefront taped down right over my eyebrows-not CUTE!)
-hopefully i did not forget anything but if I did the other wonderful women on this board will chime in.
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i pretty much know how to apply the unit with tape i was just curious about what foundation tape was. and if there was a particular brand used solely for that purpose. i think i'm gonna try to use the liquid bandage as a barrier and a foundation. i'll let ya'll know how that works out for me. thank you guys. ya'll are the best!
Foundation tape protects the unit from wear and tear. It is applied directly to the unit. Then you can apply either you adhesives or tape. Its supposed to basically protect your lace. I don't know if anyone uses it. There's some at hairdepot.com if you want some. Here's a pic.
I am going to start using tape/adhesive combo but without the foundation tape, although the foundation tape may prolong the life of the lace and make it easier to remove the adhesive/tape residues. Maybe some vets can chime in on this?
Foundation tape protects the unit from wear and tear. It is applied directly to the unit. Then you can apply either you adhesives or tape. Its supposed to basically protect your lace. I don't know if anyone uses it. There's some at hairdepot.com if you want some. Here's a pic.
I am going to start using tape/adhesive combo but without the foundation tape, although the foundation tape may prolong the life of the lace and make it easier to remove the adhesive/tape residues. Maybe some vets can chime in on this?
Foundation tape is sticky on 1 side only. The purpose behind it is to protect the lace/poly, prolong hold times & make clean ups easier. Supposedly. PAT tape is one kind. The downside to this is the tape is expensive, or you could use redliner though. Also, when trying to remove the unit, you still have to spray adhesive remover & this will also get on the foundation tape & loosen that as well. I haven't figured out yet how this helps on lace units....
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