Curly Hair Wigs and Hair Systems for Men: How to Choose Your Curl
- Written by Raina Hou
- | Published Apr 17, 2019
- | Updated Aug 13, 2026
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- 4 min read
Listen to the full textIf you've lost your natural curl along with your hair, Lordhair's non-surgical hair systems can bring it back — your own curl pattern, or a new one you've been wanting to try. All Lordhair hair systems are made from 100% human hair, matched to your color, density, and curl or wave for a natural, soft result.
Already found a base you like that doesn't come in your curl? Most stock hair systems can be permed into the curl or Afro texture you want.
Key Takeaways
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Most stock hair systems ship with a natural 30mm wave by default. For more curl, choose a system with it built in, add the Perm Service to a stock system, or go fully custom.
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The Curl series (10mm–20mm) and Man Weave collection (4mm–8mm, built for 4B texture) cover most curl needs without an add-on — but curl is handled differently model to model, so check before you order.
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Curly hair needs more upkeep than straight hair. A consistent routine — including Lordhair's 3R kit — helps both the curl and the system last.
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Not sure which base, curl, or care routine is right for you? Lordhair's AI assistant, AI Try-On, or online consultation can help you decide.
Curly Hair Systems with Built-In Curl
Start here if you already know you want curl and don't want to wait for an add-on service.
All three are built on the SuperSkin-V base (0.06mm–0.08mm super thin skin, V-looped hair throughout, nearly invisible on the scalp). With proper care, they typically last 2-4 months, and the base is lightweight, breathable, and easy to keep clean. You can style them freely. The only difference between the three is the curl itself: CURL10 is a tight 10mm curl, CURL15 is a looser 15mm curl, and CURL20 is a 20mm tight wave.
Before moving on, how about taking a look at one of our happy customers who got his curls back through our curly hair system:
Afro Hair Systems: Built for 4B Curl
If you're after a 4B curl pattern — a distinct Z-shaped pattern of tight, dense curls that shrink noticeably in length when dry — Lordhair's Man Weave collection is designed specifically for that texture, using 100% human hair that holds its shape wash after wash. The three systems below use different bases and handle curl differently.
Mario
Mario is built on a 0.08mm super thin skin base, typically lasts 2–4 months with proper care, and looks natural while staying comfortable to wear. It's easy to clean and put on yourself at home. The curl is fixed at a water wave (4B), 8mm.
Leo
Leo uses a full super thin skin base with gauze, machine-injected for medium (120%) density. It's realistic and durable, with the curl fixed at a water wave (4B), 6mm.
Quanta Afro
Quanta Afro is built with French lace on top and the front, and thin skin on the sides and back — a combination that's realistic and breathable. Unlike Mario and Leo, the curl isn't fixed: you'll choose between 4mm, 6mm, or 8mm on the product page.
Add Curl to Your Hair System with the Perm Service
If none of the systems above match the base you want, you don't have to switch bases to get curl. The Perm Service gives you the option to take a Lordhair stock hair system and have it permed to your chosen curl level before it ships.
Perm Service
Our perm service allows you to achieve curly, kinky, wavy, or Afro hair on any of our 'immediate shipment' products.
VIEW DETAILAvailable levels: 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, Natural Straight, or Silky Straight — though which of these show up depends on the base you're perming. Thicker bases take a tighter curl: the SuperSkin-V base used in the Curl series, for instance, can be permed as tight as 4mm, so if you like that base but want more curl than CURL10's 10mm, the Perm Service gets you there without switching bases.
A few other things to know: 25mm requires hair no longer than 5cm, or it will curl and warp instead of holding a clean wave. Slight color fading after perming is normal. Colors #18 and #22 can't be permed, and an Afro perm (4–8mm) isn't recommended above 30% gray; no perm level is recommended above 60% gray.
Perm orders add about 2 extra days to your delivery time. Add the service on the product page and include any additional instructions if you have specific needs.
Compare Curl Types Before You Order
Our AI Try-On lets you virtually try on any product first, so you get a quick sense of what fits you.
Photos and virtual try-ons only tell you so much, though. A 10mm curl and a 20mm curl can look closer together on screen than they do in person, and that gap becomes obvious once the hair system is actually on your head. If you want to be certain — especially when deciding between two close Perm Service levels — order a physical Curl & Wave Chart before you commit.
Curl Chart
Our curl and wave chart is ready to ship. We can supply these charts in large quantities if necessary.
VIEW DETAILThis sample set shows every curl and wave option Lordhair offers, side by side, so you can compare them against your own hair before you order and find the type that fits you.
Custom Hair Systems: Full Control Over Curl and More
Going custom gives you more control than curl alone — Lordhair's custom hair systems open up more than 16 features, so the base, the hair, and the fit are all built around you.
The curl range alone is far wider than what's available in stock: everything from a 36mm body wave, 32mm slight wave, and 25mm medium wave, down to a 20mm tight wave, 15mm loose curl, or 10mm tight curl, plus 4mm, 6mm, or 8mm Afro curl (each Afro option adds $30) — covering nearly the full spectrum from straight to tightly coiled. Beyond curl, you can also choose the base contour and your exact hair color.
Extend Your Curl with Lordhair's 3R Kit
Regular shampoo and conditioner are made for hair that's still attached to a scalp producing natural oils. A hair system doesn't have that, which is why the Lordhair team spent 7 years developing the 3R kit (RESET, RENEWAL, REFRESH) specifically for hair systems rather than natural hair, so both the curl and the system itself hold up longer. A travel-size version is launching soon for keeping the routine going away from home.
Shop Curly Hair Systems This Brand Month
Lordhair Brand Month runs through August 31: get $45 off any hair system, or $100 off when you get two.
Your first subscription order also gets 15% off this month, and our antibacterial-comfort ZyroSen line is priced the same as the standard version — worth a look if either fits what you need.
Free Expert Consultations
Still confused? Get free guidance from Lordhair's professional hair system experts.
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Will a curly hair system look natural, or will it look obviously fake?
Curl actually hides base seams better than straight hair does, since the varied direction distracts from any visible edges. The rest comes down to getting the base thickness, density, curl, and hair quality right — and every Lordhair system starts with 100% human hair. Beyond that, Lordhair AI Assistant or online consultation can help you land on the most natural match for your own hair, so you can wear it with confidence.
Do curly hair systems need more maintenance than straight ones?
Yes. Curly and wavy human hair tangles more easily than straight hair, so it needs a bit more attention: detangle with a wide-tooth comb around once a week or on wash days, and store the system away from direct sunlight when it's not in use to help it hold its shape. You can pick up the routine step by step from our guide to a simple at-home routine, or if you'd rather save time, purchase Lordhair's maintenance service or visit one of our partner salons instead.
Does perming a hair system affect how long it lasts?
Perming is a chemical process that breaks and reforms the hair's bonds, so it does add some wear — hair can come out slightly drier and a bit more prone to tangling, and slight color fading afterward is normal too. To help your hair system last, incorporate Lordhair's 3R kit into a consistent deep-conditioning routine and go easy on heat tools.
Can I change the curl once I've received my hair system?
Yes — since Lordhair systems are 100% human hair, you can loosen the curl or reactivate it with water, a styling product, or light heat with a protectant, the same as you would with your own hair. Repeated re-curling wears the hair down over time, though, so it's worth comparing your options with a Curl Chart before ordering rather than adjusting after the fact.
Can I just take my hair system to a salon to get it permed?
You can, but you'll need a stylist who's specifically worked with hair systems before, not just a regular perm on growing hair — the technique and the safe curl limits for each base are different. We'd recommend Lordhair's certified partner salons, since their stylists already have that experience. If tracking one down sounds like a hassle, the Perm Service handles it before your order even ships, already built around the curl limits and color restrictions specific to each base.
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