What Is a Hair System?
A hair system is a non-surgical hair replacement solution designed to replicate the appearance of natural hair.
Unlike a traditional wig, a hair system is securely attached to the scalp using specialist skin-safe tapes or adhesives. This allows the hair to look, feel, and move naturally while blending seamlessly with any existing hair.
Hair systems are lightweight, breathable, and designed for everyday life, allowing children to:
- Attend school confidently
- Play sports and take part in activities
- Sleep whilst wearing the system
- Enjoy normal day-to-day life
Every system is carefully colour-matched, density-matched, and styled to suit the child's age, appearance, and individual needs.
How Do Hair Systems Work?
Every child begins with a consultation so we can understand their hair loss, lifestyle, and goals.
Once fitted, the system is secured using specialist skin-friendly tape or adhesive and can remain in place until maintenance is required.
Parents and guardians can choose to:
- Learn how to maintain the system themselves at home
- Attend regular maintenance appointments with a specialist barber
- Receive guidance and support from our team whenever needed
Our focus is always on comfort, confidence, and creating the most natural result possible.
Who Can Apply?
What Costs Are Covered?
Little Lad Locks is funded entirely through donations and fundraising through Little Lady Locks Children's Charity.
Due to the large number of children needing our services, we currently provide up to £500 per child, per year towards their hair replacement journey.
In most cases, this funding covers:
- One hair system
- One professional fitting appointment
- Initial consultation and support
Most families find that this covers the cost of their child's first hair system and fitting.
If additional support is needed, we can provide a FREE fundraising pack to help families raise money towards future maintenance costs or replacement systems.
Consultation & Fitting Locations
We work with experienced and approved hair-loss barbers throughout the UK, helping families access support closer to home whenever possible.
Hair systems can be fitted at:
Little Lad Locks Barbers
Located within Little Lady Locks Headquarters in Manchester.
Approved UK Partners
- Novocabelo
- The Hair Repair Club
- King of Kwiffs
All partner barbers are experienced in fitting hair systems and have been approved to support children and young people with sensitivity, professionalism, and care.
Our Hair System Options
1. Partial Hair System (Patch Coverage)
A Partial Hair System is designed for children with one or more localised hair loss patches.
These small systems are custom-cut to cover the affected area only and are blended with the child's existing hair for a natural appearance.
To ensure the system is attached securely, a small amount of natural hair around the patch may need to be carefully shaved so that specialist tape or adhesive can be applied directly to the scalp.
Benefits include:
- Covers individual bald patches
- Blends naturally with existing hair
- Minimal shaving required
- Lightweight and discreet
- Usually available within 1–4 weeks
2. Top Hair System
A Top Hair System is designed for children experiencing hair loss across the top and crown area of the head whilst still retaining hair on the sides and back.
The system covers the entire top section and blends into the child's natural hair around the perimeter.
If there is still natural hair present where the system will be fitted, this area will need to be shaved to allow the tape or adhesive to bond securely to the scalp.
Benefits include:
- Covers larger areas of hair loss on the top and crown
- Creates a natural appearance with existing side and back hair
- Ideal for more advanced hair loss patterns
- Can achieve a modern skin-fade style when appropriate
3. Full Hair System
A Full Hair System is designed for children with complete or extensive hair loss.
This system covers the entire scalp, including the crown, sides, sideburns, and nape area, creating a full head of natural-looking hair.
If your child still has natural hair remaining, a full head shave will usually be required before fitting to ensure the system sits comfortably and securely against the scalp.
For children with complete hair loss, no shaving will be necessary.
Benefits include:
- Full head coverage
- Completely bespoke and custom-made
- Colour, density, and style matched to the child
- Natural appearance and movement
- Suitable for complete hair loss caused by alopecia, cancer treatment, or other medical conditions
Application Process
Our simple step-by-step process is designed to make your child's journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Complete the Application Form
Fill in the enquiry form at the bottom of this page.
Telephone Consultation
A member of our team will contact you to discuss your child's hair loss journey, explain the process, and answer any questions.
Consultation
Depending on your location and circumstances, we will arrange:
- Face-to-face consultation
- Zoom consultation
- Colour matching & patch testing
Hair System Recommendation
We will recommend the most suitable option based on your child's needs.
Fitting Appointment
Once the system is ready, your child will attend a fitting appointment with one of our approved specialists.
Ongoing Support
We will continue to support your family with aftercare guidance and maintenance advice.
Maintenance Responsibilities
Hair systems require ongoing maintenance to keep them secure, hygienic, comfortable, and natural-looking.
Maintenance may include:
- Removing the system
- Cleaning the scalp and base
- Replacing tape or adhesive
- Trimming natural hair growth
- Re-applying the system
Most systems require maintenance every 1–4 weeks, although this varies depending on activity levels, skin type, and perspiration.
Parents and guardians can choose to:
- Learn maintenance themselves
- Attend professional maintenance appointments
- Use a combination of both options
We are happy to provide training and guidance to help reduce ongoing costs.
Funding & Fundraising Support
As a charity, our funding is limited and demand for our services continues to grow.
We can provide:
- FREE fundraising packs
- Sponsorship forms
- Fundraising ideas
- School fundraising support
- Community fundraising guidance
- Online fundraising support
Many families successfully fundraise to cover maintenance appointments and future systems.
Safeguarding & Privacy
Before & After Gallery
See the incredible transformations and confidence boosts experienced by boys supported through Little Lad Locks.
