JP2008506868A - Hairpiece and method for producing the same - Google Patents

Abstract

A natural hair substitute or hairpiece comprising a base woven with natural human hair that has been color corrected and attached to promote natural growth patterns, hair density and hairline appearance, and a method of making it. The hairpiece comprises a front region (12) consisting of coated lace, a base comprising about 3 pieces and a rear region (18) reinforced with polyurethane; the front and crown regions are described above with a single hair split knot Consisting of hair released into the base, with hair released into the base with single hair flat knots and single hair split knots with alternating side and top regions, and the rear region with single hair flat knots A knot pattern comprising hair fixed to the base; and the base comprises a color having about 3 color regions with a lighter shade at the front, a middle shade between the top and crown regions, and a darker shade at the rear region Provide a pattern.

Description

(Related application)
This application claims priority to US Provisional Application No. 60 / 588,760, filed Jul. 19, 2004, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.

(Field of Invention)
The present invention relates generally to techniques for hair substitutes or hairpieces and bald heads, particularly in men, and in particular to hair substitutes or hairpieces and techniques for making them, which is natural hair (hair) at a low cost. Provide a replacement for More particularly, the hair substitute or hairpiece of the invention comprises a base comprising a combination of coated front lace and back material, wherein the hair comprises a blend of human hair from various sources, and Attached to the base in a specific direction and color pattern that mimics the natural appearance.

(Background of the Invention)
The technique of making hairpieces or wigs has been practiced for many years. However, these hairpieces often lack a natural appearance, are prohibitively expensive, and cannot be applied easily and accurately, but there has been little progress in the art recently. The hair replacements or hairpieces of the present invention are typically too good as a result of efforts to hide the base material. Furthermore, such hairpieces often have a wrong growth pattern, ignore the natural growth pattern of human hair; experience problems with the knot direction; and / or provide a quasi-natural hairline that can still be perceived To do. Furthermore, this base material is reinforced and is therefore too thick. In addition, the seams needed to reinforce the front lace and back material can be seen when the hair is split. Some hairpieces are trying to provide a natural look. However, it is relatively expensive and cannot be applied without the assistance of highly experienced professionals.

  Examples of such hair pieces include, for example, US Pat.

  U.S. Patent No. 6,099,077 to Levin et al. ("378" patent) discloses a method of making a male hairpiece with a nonwoven network foundation and weighing about 6 grams. The single-filament nylon strand of this “378” patent is molecularly bonded and then shaped and cut to form a rectangular network that forms the foundation. The hair fiber of this “378” patent is secured to the point of attachment in a manner that mimics natural growth.

  U.S. Patent No. 6,057,017 to Finamore ("052" patent) discloses a hairpiece comprising a molded flexible plastic base member covered by a sheet of mesh material having spaced apart intersecting elements. The base member of this “052” patent has a large central opening in it traversed by the mesh material. A group of hairs is provided in this “052” patent and has a double knot tied around the crossing element of the mesh material across the central opening so that it can move freely back and forth. Another group of hairs according to this “052” patent is secured to the foundation member to provide a natural-looking portion and to cover the edges of the hair piece foundation.

U.S. Patent No. 5,677,086 to Harrison ("197" patent) discloses a hair incorporation device and method of attachment. The hair incorporation device in this “197” patent comprises a cap-like base having a number of spaced hair passage openings on its side and back surfaces. The hair incorporation of this “197” patent is attached to the wearer's scalp when the continuous band material contained around the circumference of the cap is glued to the wearer's head. The top surface of the cap of the “197” patent does not include any hair passage openings and is instead made of a breathable material that allows the release of heat from the wearer's body.
US Pat. No. 2,907,334 US Pat. No. 3,905,378 US Pat. No. 5,368,052 US Pat. No. 6,561,197

  Thus, current hair replacements or hairpieces available to the public do not have a natural appearance, are prohibitively expensive and cannot be applied easily and accurately. The present invention provides hair replacements or hairpieces that solve these problems, and methods for making hair replacements and hairpieces that are simplified, cheaper, easier to apply, and of superior quality. .

(Summary of the Invention)
Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hair piece that can be mass produced and that is easily adapted to the wearer, of improved quality, yet promotes natural hair and natural hairlines. .

  Another object of the present invention is to provide a hair substitute or hair piece that is a substitute for hair loss and is used to cover such hair loss, in whole or in part.

  It is a further object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece made by a method that is relatively simple compared to prior art methods, thereby substantially reducing the cost of manufacture. .

  It is another object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece that can be easily applied by engineers in the industry.

  It is another object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece that can be temporarily, semi-permanently or permanently attached, and such a hair substitute or hair piece can be several hours, Depending on the method of attachment, it will remain attached for weeks, ie 3-5 weeks, months or longer.

  It is a further object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hair piece that can be combed, brushed and styled while being attached.

  It is a further object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hairpiece having a base which is preferably made entirely of lace material, preferably nylon lace material, wherein the back of the hair replacement or hairpiece is Made from a stronger or reinforcing material, and the front is made from a thinner, less sensitive, more durable, coating material, providing a more natural hairline. Preferably, the coated material is a coated lace.

  It is a further object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hair piece, wherein the top and top crown regions do not have any seams, produce a more natural appearance, and the back is reinforced. Has been. Preferably, this rear region is reinforced with polyurethane.

  It is a further object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece, wherein a pattern of polyurethane fine lines is applied to the back of the base for reinforcement, and the hair substitute or hair piece is cut off. When fitted, it facilitates sizing by preventing wear.

  A still further object of the present invention is to provide a hair substitute or hair piece, wherein the rear section of the base comprises at least two, preferably three sections, along the back of the wearer's head. Greater flexibility and better fit.

  Specific hair density achieved using a cross-knot technique that includes a single flat hair split knot on the entire crown and top area, and a single hair knot on the back and sides to produce a more natural look It is a still further object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece with it. More preferably, the hair substitute or hairpiece is a single hair alternating flat and knot on the top and side regions, a single hair split knot in the front and crown regions, and a single hair in the back region. A flat knot is provided, where the hair is secured to the base in a cross pattern in this front region, top region and crown region.

  It is a still further object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hairpiece comprising at least two color regions with a lighter shade in the front region and a darker shade in the rear region. More particularly, the hairpiece further comprises an intermediate shadow between the top region and the crown region.

  It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a hair replacement or hair piece that utilizes natural hair, which can damage this hair and eliminates the need for excessive bleaching to break and break it.

  Use natural hair and enhance with textile pigments to change hair values, e.g. ash, gold, etc., but do not change the depth of values, e.g. medium brown, light brown etc. It is a still further object of the present invention to provide.

  Using a natural and unused human hair, more preferably natural hair with cuticles, even more preferably a blend of hair of European and Indian origin, the natural front hairline and the whole It is a still further object of the present invention to provide a hair substitute or hair piece that mimics a more natural appearance.

  Further objects and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

Detailed Description of Preferred Embodiments
Referring to FIG. 1, the base unit of the base comprises a front part 12, a top part 16 and a rear part 18 made of nylon mesh or lace material. The mesh / lace material used depends on the desired density, for example, small hole laces or meshes are used for sufficient density, medium size hole laces or meshes are used for medium density, and large hole laces Or mesh is used for light density. Preferably, the front portion 12 is coated with a lace about 2.5-3 cm from the hairline 10, preferably about 10-20 denier, more preferably about 15 denier, the lace being a flexible plastic such as acrylic. Covered with material. In a preferred embodiment, the lace is colored or dyed with a commercial textile dye prior to coating, prior to coating to protect the color of the lace. This lace can be dyed to match various skin tones, including light, light / medium, medium / dark and dark. Such dyed and coated lace materials are commercially available from, for example, Man-STA, California.

  To make the base of the base, heat is applied to the base and the base material is processed into the desired shape, starting from the rear region using the malleability provided by the heat. The use of heat results in a base material that is a smooth, wrinkled layer of nylon and / or lace. In order to avoid sharp lines, the edges of the hairline 10 are preferably scalloped.

  The front 12 is blocked with a moderate stretch at about 1 cm from the hairline 10 of the base unit, preferably from one side to the other, and from the one side to the other side, and pin, staple or other Fixed by means. This coated mesh / lace is then pulled slightly upward, overlapping 14 by about 2 cm with the nylon mesh or lace material at the top 16, and secured with pins or other suitable means. To avoid sharp lines, the overlapping coated lace material at the front 12 and the nylon or lace material edges at the top 16 are preferably scalloped. To start on one side and switch continuously to the other side to ensure uniform blocking, excess material at the top of the block is pleated, preferably as small as possible. (Pleat) is produced. With these pleats, care is taken to ensure that it ends about 1.5 cm from the front hairline 10. Depending on the desired shape of the base unit, there can be about 2 folds, but preferably no more than about 4 folds.

  After the front 12 is blocked and smoothed, the overlap 14 is sewn with an invisible thread to produce a first seam line. This first seam line follows the scalloped edge of the nylon or lace material from one side of the base unit across the top to the other. The second seam line is made about 1 cm behind the first seam line and joins the top 18 mesh or front 12 mesh / lace coated with lace material. Excess mesh / lace material is cut directly at this second seam line, preferably directly at this second seam line.

  Once the mesh or lace is blocked, reinforcement 19 is applied to the back 18 of the base by applying a reinforcing material, preferably polyurethane, more preferably polyurethane liquid, in a linear or slightly curved pattern. The Of course, any suitable reinforcing material as known to those skilled in the art can be used. According to a preferred embodiment, the line is no wider than about 2 mm, preferably about 1 to about 1.5 mm wide. In another preferred embodiment, the polyurethane lines are provided in vertical lines or “M” patterns and in horizontal lines, where the horizontal lines are preferably about 1 cm apart. According to a further preferred embodiment, the polyurethane is applied with at least about 5, preferably about 7, more preferably about 9 vertical lines, and at least about 3, preferably about 5, and more preferably about 7 horizontal lines. Is done. Preferably, the mesh / lace of the top 16 and front 12 do not have polyurethane reinforcement. This polyurethane provides support when the hairpiece is trimmed to fit the wearer and allows for tailoring of the hairpiece without wear.

  Once the reinforcing material is cured and dried, at least one thin layer of transparent material, preferably a transparent flexible plastic, more preferably an acrylic spray, is applied to the entire base unit. In a preferred embodiment, at least three layers are applied and each layer is dried and contacted for about 10 minutes before applying the next layer. This base unit is now ready to tie.

  According to another preferred embodiment, the rear part 18 is prepared in two parts, preferably three parts, for example the lower side and the rear center part of each side, wherein the nylon mesh or lace is placed on the block. On the other hand, it lies flat and flat in the downward direction, and the central part is laid across the polyurethane reinforcement line, preferably in the fourth and sixth vertical polyurethane lines, overlapping straight across. This front 12 mesh / lace is then applied to the last about 5 to about 10 cm of the hairline 10. Preferably, the mesh / lace should overlap 14 with the top 16 by about 0.5 to 0.8 cm, preferably from about 0.6 cm to about 0.7 cm. This lace is then blocked in a stretch pulling style to produce a hooking effect, i.e. stretch the lace around the forehead, shape it into the forehead and fit it at the front 12 for a proper fit To be compatible. A few small folds are then placed where the mesh / lace is connected at overlap 14 to produce depth. The lace is secured with two lines of seam at either end of this overlap 14 and the excess lace at the top is cut at the seam line facing the top of the base. A polyurethane line is now applied in three layers of polyurethane, preferably using masking tape, to produce fine lines. After the polyurethane has dried, a thin layer coating of liquid polyurethane is preferably sprayed onto two, more preferably three layers.

  As seen in FIG. 3, according to a preferred embodiment, several types of knots are used to generate a natural appearance. For example, the hair replacement or hair piece tied back 38 comprises a single flat knot. According to another embodiment, the tied back 38 includes a flat single and two hair knots in the central region of the tied back 38 and a single in the lateral region of the tied back 38. With a hair tight flat knot. The tied top 34 and tied side 32 are preferably a blend of alternating single hair flat knots and single hair split knots. The tied crown 36 and tied front 30 are preferably single hair split knots. Alternatively, the tied crown 36, tied top 34, and tied front 30 may preferably be a blend of single hair flat knots and single hair split knots. Tying methods including flat and split knot techniques are well known to those skilled in the art.

  The amount of split and flat knots can vary from region to region. As can be seen in FIG. 3, the arrow → indicates a region with a flat knot, and the arrow → indicates a region with a split knot. Preferably, this flat knot is stiff and close to the base unit so that they are as invisible as possible, especially when darker hair colors are used. Split knots are also stiff, but due to their very nature, they need to be softer and not as stiff as flat knots. Split knots also have the additional advantage of creating styling flexibility and lift and movement relative to the hair substitute or hair piece.

  The density is adjusted depending on the desired appearance. According to a preferred embodiment, a mesh or lace material with holes of different sizes is used, so that when the hair is tied per hole, a thicker hair piece is obtained when the mesh or lace has eyelets. And thinner hair pieces are obtained when the mesh or lace has larger holes. The mean or smaller size mesh or lace can be used, and the holes can be left open to produce a thinner hairpiece, i.e. open in the base unit mesh or lace The more holes left, the less the density of the hair substitute or hair piece. For applications that seek to match finer natural hair, the density of the hair substitute or hairpiece should be adjusted accordingly, either meshes or laces with larger holes are used, and for each hole A mesh or lace with hair or with smaller holes is used and some holes are left open in the base unit. In either case, the density of the hair substitute or hair piece can be easily adjusted to achieve the desired result with any of these techniques. However, if ventilation is desired, a method using smaller laces and holes for removal is preferred. For applications where lighter hair is desired, the density appears to be thinner anyway. This is because brighter hair is typically finer.

  Furthermore, the number of split knots used affects the density. This is because split knots generate capacity and movement. FIG. 3 is used to produce an intermediate, full density hair substitute or hair piece for applications that are attempting to match the existing natural head of hair that is not too thin and not too dark. Describes the knot pattern to be obtained.

  For the knot direction, the knotted back 38 is preferably kept flat and firm with respect to the base unit by using a flat knot to obtain a good blend with natural hair. According to the present invention, it is important to match the capacity and color and density in order to achieve a natural appearance. A straight down hair direction with natural density is preferred for the tied back 38 and more capacity and flexibility in style for the tied top 34 and especially the tied crown 36. preferable. Such a result is achieved using a combination of single hair flat knots and split knots in varying amounts, such as in the hair substitute or hair piece tied top 34 and tied crown 36. . According to a preferred embodiment, the tied crown 36 comprises only split knots. Special attention must be paid to the knotted front 30 and the tied side 32, which are the most visible areas of the hair substitute or hairpiece. For example, in one preferred embodiment, blond hair is used at the tied front 30 and tied side 32 and the hairline 10 and knot are even bleached while still around this area. Generate a natural density pattern.

  As can be seen in FIG. 3, the entire hair piece is tied in the reverse direction, ie from the ear to the forehead, except for the tied back 38 and the hairline 10. A cross pattern technique is used to allow the hair to be in any direction. In this technique, one row of holes is a lace or mesh that is tied to the right and the next row is tied to the left. Such a cross pattern allows the hair substitute or hair piece hair styled in any way, including but not limited to Caesar style, Pompadour style, etc., to be split anywhere. In the preferred embodiment, the most natural results are obtained when care is taken to ensure that there is no directional break between the cross-shaped area of the hair piece and the flat knot 38 on the back 38 tied. It is done. To obtain natural results, the area where the tied top 34 meets the tied back 38 has a tied overlap 39, where all the other areas in the top area of the tied back 38 are The knot is preferably a single hair split knot fixed to the hair piece in the reverse direction, ie in the forward direction (reverse to the back). In other words, in the tied overlap 39, the top region of the tied back 38 preferably comprises a single hair flat knot fixed in the downward direction and a single hair split knot fixed in the forward direction. .

  Referring now to FIG. 3 in more detail, the tied back 38 is preferably tied with a stiff flat knot using single or two hairs, preferably a single hair at a time. In a preferred embodiment, the hair in this tied back 38 is tied in the downward direction. For medium density, medium density lace is not used, and then if all holes do not have hair, hair is tied every second to third hole. The tied front 30 is preferably approximately 3-4 rows of mesh or lace, approximately 5 cm to 6 cm wide. The tied sides 32 are preferably approximately 3-4 rows of mesh or lace, approximately 2 cm wide. The tied front 30 and tied side 32 are also areas where the top 16 connects to the front 12. In a preferred embodiment, the interruption in density is such that the majority of the knot is tied only in the top layer of the front 12 and only a few knots pass through both materials for added support of the seam. By avoiding duplication 14, it is avoided. In this region, the majority of knots are alternating split knots and flat knots, preferably two split knots for each flat knot on the larger retained mesh or lace. A uniform and stiff knot is preferred to further prevent interruption in movement.

  The tied tops 34 are preferably tied with alternating hair flat knots and single hair split knots in a cross pattern. In order to balance the amount of split knots with the desired density, a mesh or lace with two single hair flat knots, preferably with two single hair flat knots, and then with the appropriate hole size is provided. If used, it should be tied with one single hair split knot. At the tied top 34, a blend of 50% split knots and 50% flat knots is preferred with a tight knot.

  The tied crowns 36 are tied in a single hair split knot in a cross pattern. According to another embodiment, every second hole in the tied crown 36 can be tied alternately with a single hair flat knot and a single hair split knot to produce movement and lift, preferably Are 80% single hair split knots and 20% single hair firm flat knots in reverse cross pattern.

  At the front 12, the hairline 10 has a tied front 30 and a tied side 32. In this area, any run, especially straight lines, should preferably be avoided. According to a preferred embodiment, about 90% of the knots should be a single hair split knot and 10% should be a single hair flat knot. According to another preferred embodiment, about 80% should be a single hair split knot and 20% should be a single hair flat knot. In a further preferred embodiment, about 70% of the area is covered with a single hair split knot and about 30% of the area is covered with a single hair flat firm knot. Since this area is most visible, the edges of this area should be very soft and not show any lines. As seen in FIG. 3, the tied front 30 preferably comprises a single hair split knot attached to the base in a calligraphic pattern, and the tied sides 32 are preferably alternating singles. Hair split knots and flat knots.

  FIG. 4 represents the details of the hairline 10, where the outer edge of the hairline 10 comprises a single hair split knot in a non-inverted direction, ie a forehead tied to the ear. This tied front part 30 is immediately adjacent to the hairline 10 at the front part and comprises a single hair split knot tied in a cross pattern. The tied side 32 is immediately adjacent to the hairline 10 on the side and comprises alternating single hair split knots and single hair flat knots in opposite directions, ie from ear to forehead.

  Another important aspect of the present invention is hair quality and design. For example, in one embodiment, the hair replacement or hair piece has various blends of peeled virgin hair, preferably Indian and European, more preferably Russian hair. In a preferred embodiment, the brighter the desired color of the final hair substitute or hair piece, the more Russian hair is used to avoid the need for bleaching as much as possible. By using natural, unused different colors, excessive chemical treatment can be avoided and a better quality hair piece can be obtained.

  Most Indian hair is a dark black to dark brown with a varying base color tone from blue to golden red, which is preferably dyed to achieve a more subdued color. According to a preferred embodiment, the hair is applied to textile dyes or those skilled in the art to achieve level 1 (settled black), level 2 (settled brown-black), and level 3 (settled dark brown). It is dyed by other methods that are well known.

  Color levels 4 (intermediate brown) and 5 (intermediate light brown) are achieved with a light bleaching formulation that lightens the hair to a lighter level than required and colored with textile dyes, etc. Eliminates the orange-red base color resulting from

  European, preferably Russian hair, comes in a variety of colors, mostly from level 6 (dark blonde) to level 8 (medium / light blonde). This hair is level 6 (dark blonde), level 7 (intermediate blonde) and level 8 (intermediate / light blonde) using textile dye formulations containing blue and purple pigments, or other methods well known to those skilled in the art. To achieve color variations, they are separated by color level and base tone.

  Level 9 and lighter Russian hair is left untouched and is used only for the front hairline area (about 2-3 cm). If these lighter colors are not available, the next darker natural hair color is used so that a minimal amount of bleaching is needed to assist and prevent hair breakage and hair loss. Natural hair is also used in the partial or crown area to avoid over-bleaching of knots from darker levels to lighter blondes, if desired, for hairstyles in distinct areas or crown areas (Caesar style) obtain.

  The knot can then be bleached after the hair substitute or hairpiece has been made with a bleaching solution containing about 6-9% peroxide.

  All white hair preferably has an ivory, silver, yellow-white to achieve a natural gray hair replacement or hair piece for higher%, i.e. more than 50%, gray hair color wearers. Contains different white synthetic blends. The use of synthetic hair in this example avoids the common yellowing effect when natural white hair is used.

  To prepare the hair, it is first peeled off by removing the cuticle to avoid tangling the hair. The different origins and thickness of the hair determine the strength and processing time of the cuticle removal acid wash. In general, Russian hair is easy to remove and requires a milder treatment than Indian hair cuticles. Removing all cuticles is preferably done after the hair has been classified, but before applying the palmer and dyeing. Preferably, especially for levels 4 and 5, a intensive adjustment follows the cuticle removal before any coloring and bleaching.

  FIG. 2 represents a preferred color pattern according to the present invention. The lightest color is in the colored front 20 and the darkest color is in the colored rear 24. According to a preferred embodiment, the colored top 22 has a neutral color. According to a more preferred embodiment, there may also be a plurality of color regions that step from light to dark from the front to the back 18 of the hairpiece.

  The color achieved using the procedure described herein is basically an opaque color and does not fully reflect the natural blend of hair colors. It is therefore necessary to blend different colors in order to more closely mimic the natural hair color. Furthermore, depending on the desired end result, an appropriate amount of gray / white hair can be added as needed. Further, in order to achieve a natural color effect, the first overlap 26 and the second overlap 28 between the color regions are zigzag, and the light / intermediate colors in the first overlap 26 and in the second overlap 28. A medium / dark blend.

  Examples of specific color blends for levels 1, 2 and 3 are shown below.

(Example 1, level 1, cool black)
The colored back 24 has a blend of 80% level 1 and 20% level 2;
The colored top 22 has a mix of 70% level 1 and 20% level 2 and 10% Russian level 6 intermediate calmness;
The colored front 20 has a mix of 50% level 1 and 30% level 2 and 20% Russian level 6 intermediate calmness; and hairline 10 (about 3 cm) is bleached knot Natural blonde Russian hair with

(Example 2, Level 2, darkest dark brown)
The colored back 24 has a blend of 80% level 2 and 20% level 3;
The colored top 22 has a mix of 70% level 2 and 20% level 3 and 10% Russian level 6 intermediate calmness;
The colored front 20 has a mix of 50% level 2 and 30% level 3 and 20% Russian level 6 calm; and hairline 10 (about 3 cm) has a bleached knot Natural blonde Russian hair.

(Example 3, level 3, calm medium brown)
The colored back 24 has a blend of 80% level 3 and 20% level 4;
The colored top 22 has a mix of 70% level 3 and 20% level 4 and 10% Russian level 6 calmness;
The colored front 20 has a mix of 50% level 3 and 30% level 4 and 20% Russian level 6 calm; and hairline 10 (about 3 cm) has a bleached knot Natural blonde Russian hair.

(Example 4, level 6/7, calm dark blonde in the middle)
The colored rear 24 has a mix of 80% Russian level 6 calmness and natural uncolored Russian level 6;
The colored top 22 has a mix of 70% Russian level 6 calm, 20% level 7 calm and 10% Russian level 8;
The colored front 20 has a blend of 50% Russian level 6 calm, 30% level 7 calm and 20% Russian level 8; and hairline 10 (about 3 cm) 50% Russian level 6 calm, 30% level 7 calm and 20% Russian level 8 mixed, or natural blonde Russian hair, Also in the case of the knot is bleached.

  According to a preferred embodiment, if the hair is to be permed, the hair is percut before coloring or bright bleaching (levels 4 and 5), although the cuticle has been removed. Preferably, this perm is a general body wave, which gives support and movement to the hair. The size of this perm depends on whether an acid or alkali perm is used. In general, an acid perm requires a smaller perm size than an alkali perm.

  Once the hairpiece is complete, it can be worn by the wearer using bonds, adhesives, adhesives, blades, tapes, clips (spring clips or other suitable alternatives) or any other method commonly known to those skilled in the art. Can be attached to.

  It will be appreciated that variations of the present invention may be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the present invention is intended to include these alternatives.

  Although the present invention is apparently designed and handled for the specific needs of men with pattern baldness, men, women or children with other types of hair loss may use the hair of the present invention. It does not preclude wearing a substitute / hairpiece and gaining the same unique features.

  Accordingly, the scope of the invention should be assessed as that of the appended claims and any equivalents thereto.

FIG. 1 is a schematic representation of a side view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention showing the structure of the base. FIG. 2 is a schematic representation of a side view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention showing a color blend. FIG. 3 is a schematic representation of a side view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention showing different types of knots and knot directions. FIG. 4 is a schematic representation of a perspective plan view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention showing the different types of knots and knot directions along the hairline.

Claims (30)

A hairpiece comprising a base, wherein the hairpiece comprises a front region lateral hairline region comprising a lace coated with the base. A hair piece comprising a base, wherein the base comprises a reinforced rear region, The hair piece according to claim 2, wherein the rear region is reinforced with polyurethane. The hair piece of claim 2, wherein the rear region is reinforced with about 7 horizontal lines and about 9 vertical lines of polyurethane. A hair piece comprising a base, wherein the base comprises a rear region comprising at least two pieces. 6. A hair piece according to claim 5, wherein the rear region comprises at least three pieces. A hairpiece comprising a base, the base having a front region, a side region, a top region, a crown region and a rear region, wherein the front region and the crown region are fixed to the base with a single hair split knot The hair is secured to the base with alternating single hair flat knots and single hair split knots, and the rear region is secured to the base with a single hair flat knot , Hair piece. The hair piece according to claim 7, wherein hair fixed to the base in the front region, crown region and top region is fixed to the base in a cross pattern. The hairpiece according to claim 7, wherein the hair fixed to the base in the rear region is fixed to the base in a vertical downward direction. The hair piece according to claim 7, wherein hair fixed to the base in the lateral region is fixed to the base in a horizontal forward direction. The front region further comprises a hairline including hair that is secured to the base with a single hair split knot. The hair piece according to claim 7. 12. A hair piece according to claim 11, wherein a single hair split knot of the hairline is secured to the base in a horizontal rearward direction. A hairpiece comprising a base, the base having at least two color regions with a lighter shade in the front region and a darker shade in the rear region. 14. A hair piece according to claim 13, wherein the base has at least three color regions further comprising intermediate shading in the top region and the crown region. 14. A hair piece according to claim 13, wherein the hair comprises natural human hair. 16. A hair piece according to claim 15, wherein the natural human hair comprises European hair. 16. A hair piece according to claim 15, wherein the European hair comprises Russian hair. 16. A hair piece according to claim 15, wherein the color of the natural hair is increased. 16. A hair piece according to claim 15, wherein the cuticle is removed from the natural hair. A hair piece comprising a base, the base comprising a front region, a side region, a top region, a crown region and a rear region, comprising a lace coated with the front and side regions, the rear region comprising A single hair flat knot comprising a reinforcing region and at least two pieces, wherein the front and crown regions are secured to the base with a single hair split knot, and wherein the side and top regions alternate on the base And hair fixed with a single hair split knot, and the rear region comprises hair fixed to the base with a single hair flat knot, and the base has a lighter shade in the front region And a hairpiece having at least two color regions including darker shades in the rear region. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein the rear region is reinforced with polyurethane. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein the rear region comprises at least three pieces. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein hair fixed to the base in the front region, crown region and top region is fixed to the base in a cross pattern. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein hair fixed to the base in the rear region is fixed to the base in a vertical downward direction. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein hair fixed to the base in the lateral region is fixed to the base in a horizontal forward direction. The front region further comprises a hairline including hair that is secured to the base with a single hair split knot. The hair piece according to claim 20. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein a single hair split knot of the hairline is secured to the base in a horizontal rearward direction. 21. A hairpiece according to claim 20, wherein the base has at least three color regions further comprising intermediate shading in the top region and crown region. 21. A hair piece according to claim 20, wherein the hair comprises natural human hair without cuticles. 30. A hair piece according to claim 29, wherein the color of the natural hair is increased.

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