Telesis 8 Matte Lace Adhesive is the ideal adhesive for laying hair goods. The matting agents are
mixed intrinsically during the manufacturing process which ensures a fluid consistency so the
adhesive never gets hard or cracks - it dries matte and stays matted. T8 Matte adhesive is pliable
and will move with your actor's face. It is non-flammable, non-toxic and safer than spirit gums and
other gum-based, flammable adhesives. This adhesive has been manufactured for professional use
and there is a learning curve. To be effective, Telesis 8 Matte adhesive must be used with a Telesis
Thinner, preferably Telesis 8 Thinner.
Telesis 8 Matte Lace Adhesive contains a combination of matting agents that are mixed into the
adhesive during the manufacturing process. Because of this, the adhesive is thick and viscous and it
cannot be "thinned down" like other silicone adhesives. In order to apply the matte adhesive
effectively, Telesis 8 Thinner must be used in conjunction with the lace adhesive during the
application process.
To start, vigorously shake the bottle of T8 Matte adhesive for several minutes before using. Make
sure that the ball bearing in the bottle can be seen and heard, and that the matting agents are not
settled on the bottom of the bottle but evenly dispersed in the adhesive immediately before using.
Take two cc cups and mark them accordingly to prevent any mix up between the adhesive and
thinner. Pour a small amount of adhesive into a cc cup and then pour a small amount of Telesis 8
Thinner into the other cc cup. Dip your brush into the thinner and skim off any excess on the side of
the container. Dip your brush directly into the cc cup of T8 Matte lace adhesive and apply it to the
skin. Brush the adhesive on and lay the lace on top. You may have to touch it or tap it to get it tacky
or matted. This can be done with the handle of your brush or with your finger. You can also use a
hairdryer. Once the adhesive is dry it will not turn white or yellow and it will be pliable enough to
move with your actor's face. (Remember: If you do not dip your brush into the thinner prior to
applying the adhesive, the T8 Matte adhesive will be too thick to apply effectively).
If you apply too much adhesive and it builds up on the lace, or if you need to do any touch ups, dip
your brush into the thinner and it will tap right out. Once the adhesive dries in the cc cup and gets
hard, it will no longer be usable so pour it sparingly prior to your application.
If you have any questions concerning the proper use of Telesis 8 Matte Lace Adhesive, please let us
know.
