A custom system is built to your specification, so a few clear choices shape the finished unit. This guide walks through each one — base, size, color, density, length, and hairline — so you can configure with confidence or know what to share with us at consultation.

Choose the base for how you balance realism, durability, and breathability. Skin/poly is smooth and easy to maintain; lace is the most breathable and natural at the hairline; monofilament is the most durable breathable base; hybrids combine a lace or mono center with a poly perimeter for easier bonding. See the base materials guide to compare.

The base is cut to the area you need covered, taken from your measurements or template. Accurate measurement here drives the fit, so follow the measuring guide or share photos for us to confirm.

Match your side and back hair, including gray, and judge in daylight. A blended gray percentage often looks more natural than a flat single shade.

Pick a density appropriate to your age and natural hair — light to medium-light reads most natural for most men. Remember you can thin a denser system but not add to a light one.

Choose a hair length to work with (your stylist cuts to final length), and a hairline style and contour. A softer, age-appropriate hairline looks most natural.

If any choice is unclear, book an online consultation or send photos and your current specs. We confirm the full configuration before the unit is made, so nothing is guessed.

Can I match my current system's specification? In most cases, yes — share your specs or the old unit and we will confirm what is feasible before building.

How accurate do my measurements need to be? Precise. A custom base is cut to your template, so accuracy here determines the fit.