Beyond Lace
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Fit & product guides
Every cap here uses the same HD Swiss lace and the same bleached-knot standard. What differs is how much parting freedom you get, and how much work the install asks of you.
Order the $5 Lace TestThere is no single best cap — there is the one that matches your parting habits and how much time you will actually spend installing it.
| Construction | Parting | Install | Best for | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full HD Swiss Lace | Anywhere | Adhesive recommended | Total freedom, updos, the invisible standard | 18–36 months |
| 13x6 HD Frontal | 6 inches deep | Adhesive recommended | Deep parting without full-lace pricing | 12–24 months |
| 13x4 HD Frontal | 4 inches deep | Adhesive or band | Everyday wear, closure-and-bundle builds | 12–24 months |
| Glueless Cap | Pre-set | None — band + silicone grip | Beginners, four-minute mornings | 12–18 months |
| Silk Top | Pre-set | None — no lace on skin | Sensitive scalps, post-treatment wear | 18–30 months |
Shade matching
Shade mismatch causes more returns in this category than every other factor combined. The chart below is a starting point — the $5 Lace Test settles it against your own skin, in your own light, and credits back in full.
Fair → light-medium
Transparent
Tints down easily; never start darker.
Medium → olive
Natural beige
The most forgiving across lighting.
Deep
Warm brown
Pre-tinted; avoids the grey cast pale lace leaves.