By Richard Gillespie, hair system wearer, technician and product designer with 14 years in the industry
Short answer: Use two different removers. Put Ultra Safe Adhesive Remover on your scalp and soak the hair system in GHOSTBUSTER. Both are made by Pro Hair Labs, the makers of GHOSTBOND. GHOSTBUSTER is for the system only, so keep it off your skin.
This post answers one question: which remover goes where when you wear GHOSTBOND. For the full removal routine, read our step-by-step guide on how to remove hair system glue without damaging your scalp.
Why the scalp and the system need different removers
Your skin and your base want different things. On the scalp you need something gentle that breaks the bond without stripping the skin. Ultra Safe is made with a soy-derived solvent and contains no alcohol or citrus acids, which is why Pro Hair Labs recommends it for skin.
The base can take something stronger. GHOSTBUSTER is a citrus remover designed for soaking, so it can sit on the system for as long as the build-up needs.
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GHOSTBOND removal in brief
- On the head: work Ultra Safe in at the edges, give it time, and let the system come away without force.
- Off the head: soak the system in GHOSTBUSTER, then ease the softened glue off the base.
- Finish both: wash scalp and system with New Demensions Dual Action Residue Removing Shampoo so no residue weakens the next bond.
- Stubborn residue on the system: Transdermal Type II Remover gives a deeper clean.
Read the full guide: How to Remove Hair System Glue Without Damaging Your Scalp
FAQ
Can I use GHOSTBUSTER on my scalp?
No. Pro Hair Labs makes it for hair systems only. Use Ultra Safe on skin.
Will C-22 remove GHOSTBOND?
Yes. Walker describes its oil-based removers, including C-22 Solvent, as working on all adhesive types. If you only wear GHOSTBOND, the Pro Hair Labs pairing above keeps things simple.
How long can a system stay in GHOSTBUSTER?
Pro Hair Labs gives a range of 10 minutes up to 2 days. Check it at 10 minutes and leave heavier build-up longer.
Will water alone take GHOSTBOND off?
No. Water will not release a cured bond, and forcing the system off risks the base and your skin.
Not sure which remover suits your routine? Ask our team.
Salons and clinics can stock GHOSTBOND with a GHOSTBOND trade account from Chapter VI PRO.
