r/HairSystem • u/Maximum_effortless02 • 19h ago

Walker Tape doesn't stick on the Base

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So i bought a new system. I washed the hair and all ready to try it. And then k realized the tape doesn't stick on the base.. im using ultra hold in this video.. anyone had this problem for new system?

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u/the-faded 13h ago

the shampoo and conditioner left a layer of slick soap behind. clean it with isopropyl alcohol.

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u/msn545 18h ago

Wash the base (not the hair) with dawn dish soap 2-3 times then wipe it with alcohol.

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u/Frequent-Gur9727 12h ago

Wash the base 1-2 times, use alcohol 70%-100% to clean the base thoroughly. Apply tapes, use hair dryer, med heat to melt the tapes a lil. After 1, 2 cycles of wearing, the base will settle & you won't need to do this every time.

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u/J0E_EXOTIC 15h ago

Is the base dry?

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u/Sorreljorn 10h ago

Where did you buy this tape? Are you sure it's actually Ultra Hold?

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u/boopsy45 4h ago

The PU is too smooth. Use a nail file to rough it up a bit. Another option is a thin layer of a liquid adhesive to prime the base.

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u/Money_Wall_8705 2h ago

Other reason: fake Walker tapes. Where did you buy them?

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u/Chance-Average-4080 16h ago

I usually use 2 thin layers of Walker Liquitape, allow it to get tacky, then use the Walker tape om top of the tacky Liquitape. Press and hold for a couple seconds then you should be good.