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How Do We Name the Hair Colors?

Generally speaking, the higher the color code, the lighter the color. For example, #22 is lighter than #18. #1 is the darkest and #60 is the lightest.

Gray Blends

For gray colors, the last two digits of the color code tell you the percentage of gray hair blended in. For example, in #210, the “2” is the darkest brown and the “10” means 10% gray hair. In the same way, #220 is that same darkest brown blended with 20% gray hair.

The Letter “R”

An “R” in a color code means the color is one shade lighter than the color before the “R”. For example, 4R means medium brown, one shade lighter.

Colors may look different on your screen. If in doubt, order our color ring or write to us at support@nsyhair.com.

1
#1

1B
#1B

1B10
#1B10

1B20
#1B20

1B30
#1B30

1B40
#1B40

1B50
#1B50

1B65
#1B65

1B80
#1B80

2
#2

210
#210

220
#220

230
#230

240
#240

250
#250

260
#260

3
#3

310
#310

320
#320

330
#330

340
#340

350
#350

365
#365

380
#380

4
#4

410
#410

420
#420

430
#430

440
#440

450
#450

5
#5

520
#520

530
#530

540
#540

565
#565

580
#580

6
#6

630
#630

7
#7

710
#710

720
#720

750
#750

7ASH
#7ASH

17
#17

1720
#1720

1740
#1740

18
#18

22
#22

60
#60

NSY Hair Density Levels

Hair density standards vary among manufacturers, so our density levels may not match those of other vendors.

Hair system density refers to the amount of hair knotted (also called ventilated) onto the base. Picking the right density helps the system look natural once worn.

At NSY Hair, we offer 6 density levels, from “Extra Light” (60%) to “Extra Heavy” (180%). The right choice depends on factors such as your age, your natural hair density, and your hairstyle preferences.

(Image: 6 heads, labels: Extra Light 60% · Light 80% · Medium Light 100% · Medium 120% · Heavy 160% · Extra Heavy 180%. Alt = “The six NSY Hair density levels, seen from above”.)

Extra Light 60
Extra Light 60%

Light 80
Light 80%

Medium Light 100
Medium Light 100%

Medium Light 115
Medium 120%

Heavy 150
Heavy 160%

Extra Heavy 180
Extra Heavy 180%

H2: How Does Age Affect the Choice of Density?

LevelDensityApproximate Age
Extra Light60%60–75 and over
Light80%55–70
Medium Light100%40–60
Medium120%25–45
Heavy160%18–35
Extra Heavy160%18–35

These ages are guidelines and they overlap, because the right choice also depends on your natural hair density and your hairstyle. As we age, hair tends to thin, so a lighter density usually fits better. At a first purchase, it’s tempting to want very thick hair, but a more subtle look often blends in more easily with your own hair. If you’re unsure between two levels, write to us at support@nsyhair.com.

Depending on the base, some levels are not available: check the product page.

The Base Affects the Choice of Density

Not every density is available on every base. The densities offered for each model are shown on its product page.

Consider Your Existing Hair When You Pick a Density

For men with male pattern baldness, it’s common to have no hair on top of the head but still have thick hair on the sides. In that case, choose a density that blends with your existing hair.

Send us a few pictures of your existing hair (top, front, sides and back, in natural light) at support@nsyhair.com. Our team will help you pick a suitable density. We reply within 24 hours.

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