As most of us may know, about 90% of men’s hair replacement systems are attached to the wearer’s head using tape or glue to cover areas inflicted by hair loss or thinning. That’s why to some, hair systems or hairpieces are also known as glue on hair for men.
Hairpieces or glue on hair for men to tackle hair loss are not meant to solve the problem permanently. However, they are the quickest and most harmless approach to giving men instant length and volume and making all the edgiest hairstyles possible.
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What Is Exactly Glue on Hair for Men?
As defined at the beginning of the post, glue on hair for men is another word for hair systems or hairpieces installed to the wearer’s head using tape or glue. Glue on hair for men has existed for some time. They became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when the male population of the West started to care more about their looks.
Today, there is a plethora of glue-on hair pieces out there. Whether you’re a hair loss sufferer or considering selling glue on hair, you will find much natural-looking glue-on toupees to accommodate men’s looks and lifestyles.
Slightly different from wigs, glue on toupees are semi-permanent hair pieces. When attached, the wearer can’t remove it whenever he wants. He’ll have to wear it to sleep and bath, and it remains attached to his head like his own hair.
But when we talk about glued-on hair for men, we specifically talk about hairpieces designed to blend in with the wearer’s existing hair on the sides and back of the head to give a full-head-of-hair look. That’s the critical difference between a glue on hairpiece and a wig.
Glue-on hairpieces for men are the handiest and most effective approach to covering balding patches. It helps the wearer achieve the latest, most voguish hairstyles possible in the safest, most harmless way possible.
How Long Do Glue on Hair for Men Last?
The glued on hair can stay safe on the head for around 3-4 weeks. And after that, the wearer needs to go back to the hair salon to get it removed and reattached.
Why Do You Need to Reinstall the Glue on Hairpiece?
Once the toupee is glued on, our natural hair grows underneath the base, and our scalp continues to sweat. Gradually, there’ll be buildup underneath, the glue on hair will become less sticky, and a corner at the front or sides may start to lift. The wearer must remove it for maintenance and wash it before reattaching it to the head.
The general interval between two maintenance sessions is 3–4 weeks (for all base materials). Whenever the glued on hair for men starts to get loose or a corner of it starts lifting, it’s time for maintenance and a reinstallation. Please read our related article for more details on maintaining glue on hair for men.
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What’s the “Lifespan” of Glue on Hair for Men?
The lifespan of glue on hair for men is from the moment a new toupee gets installed on the person’s head until it can’t be used anymore and must be disposed of. On average, most glue on hair can last for about three months. But it will vary from one unit to another.
The essential factor contributing to the lifespan of glue on hair for men is the durability of the base material, such as lace, skin, monofilament, etc.
Base Material | Lifespan |
Skin 0.03mm | Around 4 Weeks |
Skin 0.06mm | 2-3 Months |
Skin 0.08mm | 3-4 Months |
Skin 0.1mm | 3-6 Months |
Swiss Lace | 1-2 Months |
French Lace | 3-4 Months |
Monofilament | 6-12 Months |
- Lace: Lace is well-known for providing the most realistic look, undetectable hairlines and parts, and unbeatable breathability. French lace usually lasts 3–4 months. However, as an upgrade to French lace, Swiss lace feels more comfortable on the head, looks more natural, and can last 1-2 months.
- Skin: Skin bases are made of a thin PU membrane, resembling our epidermis. 0.02-0.03 mm skin toupees last for around 4 weeks. 0.06 to 0.08 mm toupees can last 2-4 months. Those over 0.1 mm are known as thick-skin toupees, usually lasting 3-6 months.
- Monofilament: Monofilament is the most durable base material. It is usually applied with other materials, such as PU perimeters, for better strength. Monofilament toupees typically last 6–12 months if taken care of appropriately.
The list above is only a guideline for men’s glued on hair. To know precisely how long the glue on hair for men will last, refer to the product specification or ask your supplier.
How Much Does Glue on Hair for Men Cost?
The prices of glue on hair for men vary mainly depending on the base material and the supplier or hair vendor you choose.
With human hair toupees for men, their prices mainly differ in base materials.
- Lace: Regarding base material, lace costs more than other base materials because it looks the most real and is the most breathable. Swiss lace costs more than French lace.
- Skin: Glue on hair for men with a skin base usually costs less than other glue on hair pieces. They are the best bargain for being easy to maintain for new wearers.
- Mono: Monofilament is generally used with other base materials for an extensive lifespan and usually costs less than lace.
- Lace front: Lace is generally more expensive than other hair base materials. A super realistic and undetectable front hairline is the key to ensuring the most natural look. Lace-front toupees only have the front section made of lace, creating the most realistic hairline and saving money.
- Other hybrid hair systems: Different base materials can be used together as hybrid hair systems for specific purposes, such as monofilament with a PU perimeter to strengthen it, a PU base has a few lace windows on top for better breathing, etc. Prices of these hybrid glue on toupees for men also vary.
At New Times Hair, our retail prices of hair pieces generally range from $100 to $500, with hair lengths typically ranging from 5″ to 8″. To save a fortune, buy more to get a wholesale price. The minimum order quantity (MOQ) is only three pieces.
Glue on Hair for Men Before and After
Want to see the power of transformation? Here are some of the wearers’ before and after photos. The individuals in the pictures are all our partnering salons’ and hairdressers’ end customers. Of course, we provided the glue on hair they wore, as shown in the images.
Top 8 Glue-On Hairpieces for Men
You’ve witnessed how our glue on hair for men has transformed men’s looks. Here are our best-selling items, as shown in the photos. Have a look, and expect to get a bargain.
1. HS1 0.08mm Thin Skin Glue On Hair for Men
| Base Material | 0.08mm thin skin |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | Indian hair, Indian Remy hair, (Grey hair for up to 50% is synthetic) |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light, Medium |
| Lifespan | 3-6 months |
It is the most versatile glue-on male hairpiece. HS1 features the perfect combination of a realistic look and durability. It’s super clingy and creates a solid hold by using liquid adhesive. Each hair strand is attached to the base in a single knot, and the hair hardly ever sheds.
It’s among one of our most sought-after glue on male hairpiece. Handy, and easy maintenance. It has over 40 colors available, shifting mainly between black and brown. It also has gray and white hair versions available for the older population. The hair densities are mainly medium-light and medium, with free hair directions. Most hairdos are achievable with this unit.
2. HS1V v-loop Glue On Hair for Men
| Base Material | 0.06mm thin skin |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | Indian hair, (Grey hair for up to 50% is synthetic) |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light, Medium |
| Lifespan | 2-3 months |
This thin-skin v-loop hair system has a transparent polymer base. 100% human hair is v-looped to the base and shows no knots at the roots. When attached, the base melts into the wearer’s scalp, and the hair blends perfectly with the wearer’s natural hair. The hair is available in over 40 colors, including gray and proportions of gray to suit all ages.
Wearers can swim or exercise in it, and the hairpiece doesn’t go anywhere. The front hairline is in a particularly designed pattern, making it look irregular and gradual. It’s a natural, and undetectable hairline in its own way.
3. HOLLYWOOD Lace Glue on Hair for Men
| Base Material | French lace with clear PU all around |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 6″x8″, 6″x9″, 7″x9″, 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | A |
| Hair Type | Indian hair |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 3 months |
Hollywood is smartly designed glue on hair for men with a lace base. Lace always provides the wearer with the most comfortable wearing experience, a realistic look, and undetectable hairlines and parts.
A PU perimeter strengthens its overall structure. Instead of going around the edge of the base, the PU goes horizontally across the top of the scalp. On the one hand, the whole front is pure lace to give a realistic, undetectable hairline. On the other hand, it makes the base more robust and easy to attach adhesives or tapes.
The glue on hair unit is available in 13 colors, from black to bright blonde. It has four base sizes to accommodate different heads. The hair density is medium-light. Along the front hairline, hair is bleached from the underside, making it absolutely knotless.
4. N6 French lace base Glue on Hair for Men
| Base Material | French lace with clear PU on back and sides |
|---|---|
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | Indian hair, (Grey hair for up to 50% is synthetic) |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 3 months |
This N6 French lace hair system has a broad, translucent PU back and sides. The critical parts are full lace, giving the wearer a realistic and undetectable front hairline and parts. The PU perimeter strengthens the base of the glue on hair for men, and applying tape and adhesive is made super easy.
The hair is mostly knotted to the base in double-split knots, and the hair will never come off. The hair at the front 1/2″ of the scalp is in unpatterned single knots, and bleached from the underside, making the hairline look absolutely natural and undetectable. The base shows no color as it melts into the wearer’s skin color as one.
5. N6 Afro Curls Glue On Hair for Men
| Base Material | French lace with clear PU on back and sides |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | Chinese hair |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 4mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light to medium |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 3 months |
This is an upgraded N6 French lace hair system with a PU perimeter. The only difference is that the hair is pre-permed into coils and curls. It’s mainly made for kinky African hair types. Chinese hair, which is the thickest hair on the planet, and used for this unit and endures heavy perming and styling options.
6. HS25V 0.03mm Thin Skin Glue on Hair for Men
| Base Material | 0.03mm ultra thin skin |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | Indian hair, (Grey hair for up to 50% is synthetic) |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 4 weeks |
The HS25 0.03-mm ultra-thin skin hair system is one of the top bargains for men. The wearer can barely feel it. The hair is knotless and blends perfectly with the wearer’s natural hair. It’s quality, cost-effective glue on hair for men.
The glue on hair for men is available in over 35 hair colors; easy to maintain and attach, and an excellent unit for new wearers to start with. As the base is ultra thin, and see-through it melts into the wearer’s scalp as one. Others barely perceive the thickness of the base membrane.
7. INSEU Injected Skin Glue On Hair for Men
| Base Material | Injected thin skin 0.08mm |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | Standard |
| Hair Type | European hair |
| Hair Length | 6″, 8″, 10″ |
| Hair Curl | 40mm straight |
| Hair Density | Medium |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 2-3 months |
This glue-on hair toupee for men has 100% European hair injected into the base. Natural European virgin hair, which has never been processed, is the rarest worldwide and blends most perfectly with the European hair type. It’s suitable for sports lovers too. The skin base is super clingy. The wearer can wear it to exercise or swim, and the glue on hair doesn’t go anywhere.
The hair colors range from dark brown to natural blonde. Inject hair is used for the base, so the hair can be combed or brushed to any direction, and freely styled. There are three hair lengths available, 6″, 8″, and 10″ , catering to all styling options for European wearers.
8. INFL Lace Front Glue on Hair for Men
| Base Material | Injected skin with diamond net and lace front |
|---|---|
| Base Size | 8″x10″ |
| Front Contour | A |
| Hair Type | Indian hair |
| Hair Length | 5″ |
| Hair Curl | 30mm |
| Hair Density | Medium-light |
| Hair Direction | Freestyle |
| Lifespan | 3 months |
Here comes one of the most popular and intelligently designed glue-on hairpieces for men with a lace front. The lace front has a perfect beauty tip (not a widow’s peak), giving an attractive, realistic-looking front hairline. The horizontal PU strip and perimeter effectively strengthen the base structure, making applying tape and adhesive easy for a stronger hold. It gives a realistic-looking hairline and doesn’t cost a fortune.
There are 13 hair colors available for this hair unit. Something innovative about this glue-on hair unit is that, there are numerous holes punched all across the base to make it more breathable, giving the wearer more comfort.
Conclusion
Glue on hair for men is a nonsurgical, cost-effective, and ultimate answer for men suffering from hair loss. Any man suffering from hair loss for various reasons can wear glue-on hairpieces. The cost of glue on hair for men varies, depending mainly on the base material. Lace costs more than other materials for its most natural look and unbeatable comfort. PU bases are clingy and easy to maintain.
New Times Hair is a front-runner in the hair-making industry. We have been making hairpiece products for over a decade. From manufacturing glue on hair for men to wholesaling them to over 2,000 salons and cosmetology schools, we keep every step under close control, keeping our top-quality products at preferential prices.
Visit men’s glue on hair category to view our complete collection of glue-on hair for men. Save up to 50% by applying our wholesale price.
FAQ
Who are your immediate buyers?
New Times Hair is a full-stack hair manufacturer and wholesale distributor. We manufacture around 100,000 each year and currently have 80,000 hairpieces in stock, ready to ship. Throughout the decade, we’ve been shipping our products to over 2,000 salons, cosmetology schools, and regional distributors in over 200 countries worldwide. We’ve also helped heaps of hairstylists start a hair business from scratch, and watched their businesses grow.
How do your glue on toupees (glue on hair for men) suit all my customers’ heads?
Most of our already-made toupees are stock products. That means they are manufactured in the factory and available in our stock, ready to ship. As a stylist or salon owner, you only need to contour the precise area of your customer’s head that the toupee needs to cover and cut the base to the exact size that fits your customer.
Alternatively, you can place a custom order and tailor the toupee for your customer. Click here for more details.
Do you supply tools and accessories for attaching and maintaining glue-on hairpieces?
Yes, we do. New Times Hair supplies everything necessary for toupee installation and maintenance, such as tapes, color rings, etc. With custom orders, we also provide tools to help make a scalp mold. Walk through our supply store to find the exact tools you need.
