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Men's Hair Replacement Systems | Abingdon | Didcot | Wantage | Oxford | Oxfordshire
Opening in 2018, our space is now one of the busiest. Our creative team are celebrated for their signature haircuts, hair colour, perms, blowdries and more.
CALL: 01235 534705
EMAIL: bookings@wisteriaavenue.co.uk
4 EAST ST. HELEN STREET, OX14 5EA
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Men's Hair Systems in Oxfordshire
For many men, hair loss isn’t just a physical change – it affects confidence, self-image, and how you feel walking into a room. If you’ve been thinking about doing something about it but aren’t sure where to start, or you’ve looked into transplants and want a less invasive alternative, a men’s hair system could be the right answer.
At Wisteria Avenue in Abingdon, we specialise in men’s hair replacement systems. We offer honest, straightforward advice in a private, relaxed setting – no pressure, no hard sell, and no expectation that you know anything about hair systems before you walk through the door. Our first-floor salon is dedicated entirely to hair system appointments, giving you a discreet, one-on-one environment where you can ask anything and take your time.
We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to every new client. Call or WhatsApp us on 01235 534705 to get started.
Men's Hair Replacement System FAQ's
What is a men's hair system?
A men’s hair system is a non-surgical solution for hair loss – whether that’s male pattern baldness, a receding hairline, alopecia, or general thinning. It’s a natural-looking system that is colour-matched and tailored to you individually, blending seamlessly with your existing hair.
Modern hair systems are a world away from what you might be imagining. They’re lightweight, durable, and completely undetectable in everyday life – whether you’re at work, at the gym, or out socially. They can be cut and styled just like natural hair, and they’re designed to be worn with confidence and no second thoughts.
Unlike a hair transplant, a hair system requires no surgery, no downtime, no medication, and no waiting months to see results. You leave your first appointment with a full head of hair.
How long does a hair system last?
On average, a well-maintained hair system lasts around six months, though some clients get up to nine months from theirs. The honest answer is that longevity depends largely on how well you follow the aftercare guidance and how consistently you attend your maintenance appointments. Clients who stick to their schedule and look after their system at home consistently get the best results.
Maintenance appointments are every three to four weeks. Leaving longer gaps can lead to deterioration that takes more time to correct – so regular visits genuinely make a difference.
How do you match the colour?
There are two types of hair system: colour-matched and custom-made.
Colour-matched systems are available within approximately two weeks and are suitable for the majority of clients. They’re matched precisely to your existing hair colour and blend naturally with what you already have. For most men, this option is more than sufficient – and it’s considerably more cost-effective.
Custom-made systems are for clients with specific requirements – a particular natural parting, a double crown, specific greying patterns, or anything that needs a more precise solution. These take up to three months to produce but offer an exceptional level of detail. We’ll talk you through which option suits you at your consultation.
What does the appointment process look like?
Consultation: Before anything else, we sit down and talk. We go through your hair history, what you’re hoping to achieve, colour options, styles, ongoing maintenance, and what the appointment itself involves. We also use this stage to establish whether a hair system is genuinely right for you – occasionally a client would be better served by a different approach, and we’ll always be upfront about that.
Colour matching: This happens during your consultation. We work through your preferences and identify the best system for your desired result.
Application appointment: Your first application appointment takes approximately three hours and takes place in our private first-floor salon. We begin with a secondary consultation, prepare your scalp with a precise template, cleanse it thoroughly, and apply the hair system using a skin-friendly adhesive. We then cut and style your hair – blending the system with your natural hair to create a consistent, natural-looking result.
Cutting a hair system requires specialist technique. Not every stylist or barber is trained to do it, and getting the cut right is what makes the difference between a result that looks natural and one that doesn’t. Our stylists are experienced in exactly this.
You leave the appointment with a full head of hair and no downtime required.
Ongoing maintenance: Every three to four weeks, you’ll come back in for a maintenance appointment. These keep your system looking its best and give us the opportunity to address anything before it becomes an issue.
What does a hair system cost?
Hair systems at Wisteria Avenue typically range from £350 to £650 depending on the type of system, hair length, colour, and your individual starting point. Custom-made systems sit at the higher end of that range; colour-matched systems are more accessible. For context, surgical hair transplants generally start from around £3,000 – and come with no guarantee of results.
The best way to get an accurate idea of cost for your specific situation is to come in for a free consultation.
I want discretion. Can you help with that?
Absolutely. Discretion is something we’ve built into the service from the ground up. Hair system appointments take place exclusively on our first floor – a separate, enclosed space away from the main salon floor, with a dedicated entrance. Appointments are one-on-one as standard.
Many of our clients find that once they’re in the chair, it quickly starts to feel like any other hair appointment. We walk you through every step in plain English, explain what we’re doing and why, and make sure you leave understanding exactly how to look after your system and get the most from it.
Why choose a hair system over surgery?
Surgery is a personal decision and it’s right for some people. But there are compelling reasons why many men choose a hair system instead:
No surgery, no risk. Hair transplants carry the possibility of scarring, the hair not taking, and a significant recovery period. Hair systems carry none of those risks.
Immediate results. A transplant can take twelve months or more to show results — and there’s no guarantee. A hair system works from day one.
Cost. Systems start from around £350. Surgery typically starts from around £3,000.
Flexibility. If your circumstances change or you decide it’s not for you, you simply stop. There’s no permanent commitment.
Book a free consultation
If you’re considering a hair system – whether you’re completely new to the idea or you’ve done your research and want to find the right local specialist – we’d love to hear from you.
Come in for a free, no-obligation consultation at our Abingdon salon. No commitment, no pressure. Just an honest conversation about what’s possible for you. You can call or send a WhatsApp to 01235 534705.
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Opening in 2018, our space is now one of the busiest. Our creative team are celebrated for their signature haircuts, hair colour, perms, blowdries and more.
CALL: 01235 534705 EMAIL: bookings@wisteriaavenue.co.uk 4 EAST ST. HELEN STREET, OX14 5EA
Opening Times
Tuesday
First Appointment
Last Appointment
Wednesday-Thursday
First Appointment
Last Appointment
Friday
First Appointment
Last Appointment
Saturday
First Appointment:
Last Appointment:
10 am
3:30 pm
11:30 am
7:30 pm
10 am
6 pm
9 am
4:30 pm
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Your Questions,
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Men’s hair replacement system consultation’s can be booked in many ways. It’s worth noting that these are highly bespoke appointments therefore there is emphasis on ensuring that the service and option is right for you.
Many clients prefer the convenience of online bookings, available at www.wisteriaavenue.co.uk/bookings. Booking online not only efficiently schedules your appointment but also allows for a skin test and comprehensive consultation.
Alternatively, a telephone call is another popular method. We’re available Tuesday to Saturday during our regular hours at 01235 534705. Email inquiries are also welcome at bookings@wisteriaavenue.co.uk (please provide a contact number in your email).
For WhatsApp users, simply create a contact with our landline number 01235 534705 to send a message regarding your booking inquiry to Wisteria Avenue.
Yes! Every appointment carries with it a consultation on the day and for new clients we advise an advance consultation to work through whether the choice of a hair replacement system is right for you.
The consultation is designed to identify your suitability. It works for many clients, whereas many clients much prefer a surgical option.
We also anticipate that this is a big step and the switch is a big decision and one we don’t take lightly. We are here to ensure we work through every aspect with you whilst ensuring there is a solution that works for you.
We don’t assume clients to be familiar with everything about the hair system! The consultation doesn’t stop following your first introduction, we expect that the appointment itself and ongoing support is one that will form a long-term relationship.
Questions are to be expected and likewise your Stylist will have questions for you.
In our experience, once clients have it once they tend to maintain it routinely, long-term. This is a great sign that the system will feel like your normal head of hair and whilst there are some necessary adaptations, it should feel like your own head of hair.
No, however there are ways to present as having highlighted or coloured hair.
We can supply you with a customer hair system to suit your needs. For example if you seek subtle highlighted pieces, we can create a custom hair system with just that. In addition, the extra cost to have one made bespoke is ironically marginally more cost effective than having colour done on your virgin hair!
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