FAQs
Below is a list of FAQs. Please review in its entirety. Should you have any additional questions or if you are unable to find the answers to your specific questions please contact us at (866) 491-2720 or customerservice@lacexclusive.com
VIRGIN HAIR EXTENSIONS
Q. What type of hair does Lace Xclusive carry?
A. Lace Xclusive carries 100% Virgin Indian, Brazilian, Malaysian, Mongolian, European, and Peruvian Remy Hair Extensions, Lace Closures, Lace Frontals, Lace Wigs & HD Transparent lace products.
Q. What is Virgin Remy hair?
A. Virgin hair is hair that has NO chemical processing or altering. It is 100% natural human hair cut from the head of a single or multiple human donors, washed in an antiseptic shampoo and. It is full cuticle hair that has been collected from the heads of women directly, in a method in which all hair strands are facing the same direction (i.e. holding the hair in a ponytail and cutting), top at top, and ends at ends, to maintain the natural texture pattern. This eliminates the tangling problems which is common in low quality non-Remy hair.
Q. How is Beauty Store Remy different from Virgin Remy hair?
A. Although the beauty store hair may be Remy hair (cuticles aligned) it is still processed which is why once it’s washed etc., it changes texture and durability. Virgin Remy hair is hair that has NO chemical processing or altering that has been cut from the head of a single or multiple human donors, washed in an antiseptic shampoo and wefted. Virgin Remy hair is full cuticle hair that has been collected from the heads of women directly, in a method in which all hair strands are facing the same direction (i.e. holding the hair in a ponytail and cutting), top at top, and ends at ends, to maintain the natural texture pattern and eliminates the tangling problems which is common in low quality non-Remy hair.
Q. What lengths of hair are available?
A. Lace Xclusive normally stocks hair ranging in lengths from 12” to 30”. Our Brazilian hair which is the most popular hair comes in lengths 10”-40”. Longer lengths of Brazilian hair is available if requested.
Q. How many colors of hair extensions does Lace Xclusive offer?
A. Because all of our hair extensions are 100% virgin unprocessed hair, the hair only comes in natural hair colors which is always more brown than black. All of our hair is able to be dyed to meet your personal preference. However, we recommend you use a licensed cosmetologist that is experienced in color to color your extensions to avoid irreparable damage. We also carry blonde European hair.
Q. Can I dye my extensions?
A. Yes you can! Because this is 100% virgin human hair which is not processed in any way, it can be colored. Please be aware that dyeing the hair may decrease the curl/wave pattern due to hair no longer being attached to hair follicle for natural nourishment. Lace Xclusive is not responsible for any damage due to coloring/overprocessing. Lace Xclusive recommends you use a licensed cosmetologist that is experienced in color to color your extensions to avoid irreparable damage.
Q. Can I perm my extensions?
A. Yes you can! The hair is 100% virgin unprocessed hair so you can process it any way you like. Please remember, once virgin hair is treated in any way, it is no longer virgin.
Q. What exactly is a hair “weft”?
A. A hair weft is hair used for weaving. It is also referred to as extensions. Some call it a “track”. For hair installations, it’s usually sewn or glued in the head.
Q. How many ounces of hair are in each bundle of hair wefts?
A. One bundle is usually equivalent to about 3.5 ounces (100grams).
Q. How many bundles of hair are needed for a full install
A.Two bundles of lengths 10”-16” are normally sufficient for a full install. For lengths 18” and above, we recommend purchasing three bundles for a full natural look.
Q. When installing the wefts, are they able to be cut?
A.Yes, the wefts are able to be cut but please be reminded that cutting wefts will increase the chance of shedding. If you are going to cut/split wefts please seal your wefts to minimize shedding.
Q. I am experiencing shedding! What should I do?
A. All hair SHEDS, even your REAL hair. Lace Xclusive recommends protecting your investment by sealing your wefts. We recommend purchasing Dritz Fray Fabric Check which can be found in the fabric section at Walmart. All hair SHEDS, even your REAL hair. Lace Xclusive recommends protecting your investment by sealing your wefts. We recommend purchasing Dritz Fray Fabric Check which can be found in the fabric section at Walmart.
Q. Why do my wavy/curly extensions appear shorter than the length I ordered?
A. The hair length is based on the hair straightened out. The texture will shorten the length. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the length, please do not install the hair or remove the label.
Q. Why does my virgin hair look different from beauty store hair?
A. Because this is virgin hair, it must be dyed and/or cut, and styled to meet your preference.
Q. Why are my bundles different colors?
A. Because this is virgin hair, the hair only comes in natural hair color. Each bundle is from a different donor and everyone's hair is unique. It's not uncommon for the bundles to vary in color. When customers purchase more than one bundle we try to match them together as close as possible.
Q. Why do my bundles have split ends?
A. Please be reminded that virgin hair is raw unprocessed hair taken directly from live human donors and gray hairs and or dry/split ends are not uncommon when dealing with real hair. Some choose to cut them outright and some choose to deep condition them to bring them back to life. Unfortunately, we can't guarantee that all of the bundles will look and feel the same as all bundles are from different donors and how everyone cares for their hair is different.
Q. Why does my bundles appear to have gray hair in them?
A. Please be reminded that virgin hair is raw unprocessed hair taken directly from live human donors and gray hairs and or dry/split ends are not uncommon when dealing with real hair. Because the hair is taken from real live donors, it is not unusual for a donor to be much older and have some gray hair. Some customers pluck them and some choose to dye the hair. This is completely normal.
Q. Does the hair shed or tangle?
A. Because the cuticles are intact and the hair is double drawn, you should experience little t no shedding or tangling. Please be aware that during normal brushing and/or combing you may lose a few hair strands which is normal. You shouldn't have a noticeable or drastic decrease in hair density or volume especially if you seal your wefts.
Q. I am experiencing shedding. What should I do?
A. If you are experiencing shedding we recommend the wefts be sealed. Use dritz fray fabric check to seal your wefts. It can be found in the fabric section of Walmart. Also the hair must be constantly moisturized in order to prevent tangling and shedding. Every donor's hair is different so certain products may not work as well in certain hair. If the hair is not properly moisturized and receive enough essential nutrients, the hair will shed and tangle. Some donors do not require much maintenance, nutrients etc for the hair to behave correctly. You should also avoid using any products with any amount of alcohol in them. The hair needs to be conditioned with a detangling conditioner such as cream of nature detangling conditioning shampoo. Leave the conditioner on for an hour or longer if you have the time and rinse with warm water. The longer the hair is, the more difficult it is to manage. The hair is very similar to natural hair and the same time, energy, and patience needs to be spent to maintain it so that it does not excessively shed and become tangled.
Q. I purchased two bundles of the same length. Why is one of them bigger than the other?
A. All bundles are premeasured and weighed prior to being packaged. Because the hair is measured by weight, all bundles are not the same length weft-wise. If the weft has more hair (i.e volume-wise and/or density-wise) in it and is fuller the bundle will weigh more due to more hair on it, thus the weft will be shorter. The longer weft has much less hair on it than the shorter weft which is why the weft is longer because the hair is not as full and dense as the shorter one and the weight of the bundle is mainly from the weft verses the hair.
Q. Why do I need more bundles with longer hair?
A. As the length of the hair increases, the bundle size decreases. Therefore, a 22" will be nowhere near the size of a 14" or 16" bundle of hair. For longer lengths, more bundles are required to complete an install.
Q. Lace Xclusive has 50" hair available! How can I purchase
A. Yes we do have access to 50" virgin Brazilian natural wave bundles. They are $380 per bundle. Due to the scarcity of long hair donors, we currently have a waiting list and is notifying customers as the bundles become available. Please email lacexclusive@yahoo.com to be added to the waiting list.
Q. The listing shows more than 1 bundle in the picture. Will I be receiving multiple bundles for the price listed?
A. Unless you are purchasing one of our TRIPLE THREAT or QUADRUPLE QUARRY bundle packages that include 3 and 4 different bundles, the price listed is for one bundle. If you would like to purchase more than one bundle, please update the quantity in your shopping cart.
Q. How do I care for my Curly Hair?
A. Tight Curly virgin hair is very difficult to maintain. While many believe it is a "wash & go" hair, it requires more care, love, and maintenance to achieve the desired look. For detailed care instructions please review our Curly Hair Maintenance Sheet.
Q. Why does my curly hair appear thin?
A. Because all virgin hair is measured by weight, curly hair wefts are slightly smaller than straight hair wefts because the hair coils are much thicker than individual hair strands. Although curly bundles may appear thin to the naked eye, once those coils are pulled apart the hair in the bundle is extremely thick.
Q. Why does my bundles of curly hair have different curl patterns?
A. Please be reminded that virgin hair is raw unprocessed hair taken directly from live human donors. Because the hair is curly hair, the curl patterns will be similar but not exact matches as it would with processed hair which are manufactured to look and feel the exact same. All of the hair from the same region but each individual bundle may be slightly different because they are from different individuals. Please follow the care instructions included in the packaging and wash and condition the hair. Once the hair is dried and installed, you will see that the hair is of the same origin and will blend together effortlessly.
Q. How do I stop my curly hair from becoming tangled?
A. Curly hair is the most difficult hair to manage and maintain. Which is why detailed caring instructions are sent for that particular hair. Because the hair is curly hair, the hair must be constantly moisturized in order to prevent tangling and shedding. If the hair is not properly moisturized hair will tangle because of its curly nature. Wefts also need to be sealed with curly hair to prevent shedding and tangling. You should also avoid using any products with any amount of alcohol in them as alcohol tends to dry the hair out. Wefts also need to be sealed with curly hair to prevent shedding and tangling. Also, the longer the hair is, the more difficult it is to manage.
Q. Why does my curly extensions appear shorter than the length I ordered?
A. The hair length is based on the hair stretched/straightened out. The texture will shorten the length. Curly hair will always appear to be a few inches shorter than straight hair because the true length is only shown once the hair is straightened. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the length, please do not install the hair or remove the label.
CLOSURES, FRONTALS & WIGS
Q. What’s the difference between a full lace wig and lace front wig?
A. Full lace wigs are fully constructed with lace throughout the entire wig. The full lace wig is highly regarded for its lace around the perimeter of the wig that creates a realistic hairline and the ability to part or section the hair anywhere on the unit. The lace perimeter in the back makes it possible to wear your unit in a high ponytail. Lace front wigs only have lace in the front which creates a natural looking hairline with tracks in the back. Lace Xclusive only sells full lace wigs and not lace front wigs.
Q. What’s the difference between Swiss and French lace
A. Swiss lace is the most fragile and the most undetectable. You must be extremely careful with Swiss lace because it tears easily. French lace is more durable than Swiss lace and is best for newcomers. All of our products are made with French lace.
Q. What is baby hair?
A. Baby hair is a few shorter strands of hair added around the edges of closures, frontals and wigs to help the hairline appear more natural.
Q. What are bleached knots?
A. Bleached knots allow for a lighter more natural look to the lace products. Bleached knots allow for the whole lace wig will look more natural because it allows for the hair strand to appear to be growing out of the scalp when bleached to match your skintone.
Q. Do the lace closures have a “freestyle” part?
A. Although most of Lace Xclusive’s lace closures come with a middle part, they can be parted anywhere.
Q. What is a lace frontal?
A. A lace frontal is similar to a lace closure as it is the finishing touch to any installation. Lace frontals stretch from ear to ear and measures 13” X 3” and gives a natural appearing hairline.
Q. Do the lace frontals have a “freestyle” part?
A. Yes, the lace frontals can be parted anywhere.
Q.Are the knots on the lace closures and lace frontals already bleached?
A. Unfortunately, neither the lace closures nor the lace frontals come with bleached knots. We have tutorials on the videos section of our website showing how to complete this process.
Q. What is meant by “freestyle” part?
A. A freestyle part on a lace wig means that the unit can be styled in any direction with just a hairbrush. Freestyle allows the wig to be parted anywhere.
Q. What is the difference between silk base closure and lace closure?
A. Lace closures are constructed on a lace base that can take some work to conceal. The knots need to be bleach in order to have a more natural appearance. The silk base closures looks more like natural scalp because it is constructed on a light flesh color silk and knots need not be bleached.
Q. Why is the hair on my closure shedding/tangling?
A. Because the closures are hand sewn, they must be treated a little more delicately than the hair wefts. Please keep in mind that the hair on closures no longer have the cuticles intact so the closures are unable to receive the proper nutrients they need which mean the hair must be constantly moisturized in order to prevent tangling and shedding. More importantly If the hair is curly and is not properly moisturized hair will tangle and excessive tangling causes matting, shedding, and balding. Also, the hair should be lightly brushed or combed when properly moisturized. You should also avoid using any products with any amount of alcohol in them as alcohol
Q. Why does my closure have short hairs/flyaways?
A. Short hairs only appear if the hair is parted a different way. Most customers tweeze or pluck the short hairs so that the part lays more naturally. Please keep in mind that shorter length closures may experience shorter hairs because the hair is so short and hair is trained with a middle part and is not unordinary.
Q. Can I exchange/return my closure or frontal after it is installed if it is experiencing balding?
A. Unfortunately we do not provide refunds or exchanges on closures that experience balding over time as this tends to happen sometime depending on the care of the item. Upon receiving your item, please expect your closure or frontal carefully! To inspect the durability when first receiving, apply as much pressure and tension as you would to your natural hair. If there isn’t any excessive shedding, then the closure is in good condition. If you have issues regarding the quality, please do not install and contact us immediately.lore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip.
PAYMENTS
Q. What payment methods do you accept?
A. Currently we accept cash only for in-store purchases. Absolutely no checks, credit and debit are accepted for in-store purchases. Debit and Credit cards and eChecks are only accepted online through our website. We also accept buy now pay later companies such as ZiP, Shop Pay, and Affirm.
Q. I purchased my hair online, can I pick it up in person?
A. Once an order is placed, we are obligated by our Merchant Account Manager to ship and provide a signature confirmation number. In order for us to allow you to pickup your items, we would have to cancel the order and refund the transaction and you would pay cash in person to pickup. Refunds usually takes about 3-5 business days to appear back in your account.
Q. Am I able to pay and pickup locally?
A. Yes we are located in New Orleans and you are able to purchase directly from us without it being shipped by submitting payment in cash or cash app.
Q. Do you offer curbside pickup?
A. Yes we do. Call us at (504) 575-2178 to place your order and pay via cash app and we’ll bring your order right out to you once you arrive.
Q. Can I pay online and pickup in person?
A. Because Lace Xclusive is not set up to accept debit/credit cards onsite, all online payments must be conducted through PayPal or one of our Credit Card processors which requires all orders to have a signature confirmation thus we are obligated to ship all orders placed online.
Q. Do I have to setup a PayPal account to submit a payment online?
A. No, you are not required to set up a PayPal account, you will just follow the onscreen instructions, enter your card information and submit payment. A PayPal account is not required.
Q. What happens if what I ordered is out of stock?
A. Under rare circumstances insufficient inventory makes it impossible to complete an order. If this happens, items purchased will be back ordered and shipped once inventory levels have been corrected. Backordered items are usually restocked within a 2 to 3 day period. If you are unable to wait until inventory has been restored, you do have the option to cancel your order for a full refund. Unless you are notified that the item is out of stock, your order will ship accordingly.
Q. I am having trouble placing an order?
A. We are sorry you are experiencing difficulties. Normally when a buyer is experiencing difficulties it's because the name and/or shipping information on their credit/debit card does not match the buyer's information for the Lace Xclusive account they set up on our website. Due to security reasons, for the transaction to go through, all of the information for your Lace Xclusive account and the billing information for your credit card must match or the transaction won't go through. If all of your information matches and you have tried all of the payment options and still are having problems call us at (866) 491-2720.
Q. Why is my shipping address showing as "unconfirmed"?
A. An unconfirmed shipping address is when your shipping address does not match your billing address or when you type in your address incorrectly.
Q. Does Lace Xclusive ship to unconfirmed shipping addresses?
A. Lace Xclusive will not ship to unconfirmed shipping addresses. Usually you can confirm your shipping address by having the items shipped to the billing address of the card being used. If you are using the PayPal checkout option and are having the items shipped to the billing address of the card being used and are still experiencing issues, please contact PayPal to confirm your shipping address. You do not need a PayPal account to contact PayPal and confirm your shipping address. If your address is unconfirmed your payment will not be accepted. PayPal 1-888-221-1161
Q. Am I able to have my items shipped to a different address from my billing address?
A. Unfortunately, due to security reason Lace Xclusive only ships to the billing address of the card being used.
Q. What happens if I try to have my items shipped to another address other than my card billing address?
A. Usually when a buyer ignore our billing address policy, when they attempt to initiate the transaction, our system will decline the transaction and If the funds are available, the buyer's card issuing bank will authorize the transaction and reserve the funds, which means a hold on the authorized funds will remain on the customer's card until the card issuing bank removes the authorization. As a result, the held funds may be subtracted from the customer's available balance, and an online statement may show the authorization request, which might be mistaken for an actual charge. If the buyer does not contact their card issuer and request for the transaction to be voided.
Q. What does it mean if I have a "pending authorization hold" on my account?
A. A pending authorization hold means that when you attempted to make an order via the Lace Xclusive website, Lace Xclusive's fraud department declined the transaction although your card issuer authorized the transaction. Which means that the funds are now pending in your account to be removed by Lace Xclusive. However, since the transaction was declined by Lace Xclusive's fraud department, Lace Xclusive will NOT be removing the funds from your account and the transaction is not valid. If the buyer does not contact their card issuer and request for the transaction to be voided out totally and the funds be put back into their account immediately, it can take 7-10 business days for the funds to be restored back to your account.
Q. How do I regain access to the "pending" funds in my account?
A. Usually a pending authorization hold can be removed by simply contacting the toll free number on the back of the card being used and letting them know that the merchant (Lace Xclusive) declined your transaction because it did not pass our fraud verification and that you need the transaction totally voided out and refunded to your account because the company will not be accepting the funds. Most card issuers will return the funds immediately (Please note that Wells Fargo bank will usually require the buyer to wait the 7-10 business days before returning the funds to your account)
Q. What happens if I don't contact my card issuer to get my funds back and remove the pending hold?
A. If the buyer does not contact their card issuer and request for the transaction to be voided out totally and the funds be put back into their account immediately, it usually takes 7-10 business days for the funds to be restored back to your account automatically.
Q. What happens if my card issuer does not want to remove the pending authorization hold?
A. If the card issuer does not want to restore the funds back to your account immediately, it usually takes 7-10 business days for the funds to be restored back to your account automatically. Some card issuers may be stubborn and require you to wait this long period of time.
Q. Can Lace Xclusive explain to me why a pending authorization hold was placed on my account?
A. Usually when an authorization hold is placed on your account it's because our Fraud department discovered an address or ZIP code mismatch with the address on file with the card issuing bank. Lace Xclusive can usually tell you whether the address discrepancy is on the address, zipcode, or both
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Q. Why is my shipping address showing as "unconfirmed"?
A. An unconfirmed shipping address is when your shipping address does not match your billing address or when you type in your address incorrectly.
Q. Does Lace Xclusive ship to unconfirmed shipping addresses?
A. Lace Xclusive will not ship to unconfirmed shipping addresses. Usually you can confirm your shipping address by having the items shipped to the billing address of the card being used. If you are using the PayPal checkout option and are having the items shipped to the billing address of the card being used and are still experiencing issues, please contact PayPal to confirm your shipping address. You do not need a PayPal account to contact PayPal and confirm your shipping address. If your address is unconfirmed your payment will not be accepted. PayPal 1-888-221-1161
Q. I paid for my items with an eCheck. When can I expect shipment?
A. Because payment was sent via eCheck, your order may be delayed 2-5 business days while we wait for payment clearance and verification from PayPal. Under no circumstances will an order be shipped until the payment has cleared.
Q. How long does shipping take?
A. Within the United States, all items are shipped via USPS first-class mail which usually takes 2-4 business days provided there aren't any shipping delays by the carrier.
Q. Does Lace Xclusive offer overnight or express shipping
A. Unfortunately, Lace Xclusive does not offer overnight or express shipping. Shipping takes 2-4 business days.
Q. How long before I receive my order?
A. For all items that are in stock, please allow 2-7 business days for order processing and 2-4 business days for shipping.
Q. Why is my order still processing? Is something wrong?
A. It is not uncommon for an order to say “processing” for a few days. Order processing normally takes 2-7 business days.
Q. My order wasn’t delivered on the estimated delivery date? What should I do?
A. For any shipping related issue, please contact the United States Postal Service at (800) ASK-USPS and provide them with your tracking number.
Q. Does Lace Xclusive guarantee arrival times?
A. Because of ongoing budget cuts and policy changes with the United States Post Service, we cannot guarantee the exact time of delivery. However, we can give you an idea of when the package will arrive based on the estimated delivery date specified by the tracking number on the postage receipt. We encourage you to place orders far enough in advance to allow plenty of time for shipping in the event of an unexpected postal delay. We are not responsible for items that arrive after the estimated delivery date.
Q. Do you offer international shipping?
A. Yes we do offer international shipping.
Q. I need to return an item, how does that work?
A. For exchanges/returns to be feasible, the item(s) must be returned in its original packaging, and is subject to inspection to verify that it is new or unused and has not been used or tampered with prior to processing of any refund. If the hair is deemed to be used or tampered with the items will be sent back to the buyer and the buyer will be charged a $12.99 shipping fee. Please be sure to download and include the merchandise return form in the return shipment.
Q. What is Lace Xclusive’s return policy?
A. Returns are welcomed if items are unopened and returned in their original selling condition within 3 business days. All tags and packaging must be intact and not tampered with and the Lace Xclusive Label should not be tampered with or removed. THE HAIR CAN NOT BE EXCHANGED AFTER IT HAS BEEN WASHED OR USED IN ANYWAY! The coils on the Curly hair must be intact. Under no circumstances should the coils be pulled apart, finger combed or brushed. If the coil pattern is broken on the curly hair a return/exchange will not be feasible. Hair must be returned in the same form the hair was given. Shipping charges will not be refunded and we are not responsible for loss or damaged packages.
Q. Can I return a lace closure, frontal or wig after the lace has been cut?
A.No, unfortunately if the lace has been cut or removed the item is now “used” and cannot be returned or exchanged.
Q. Can I exchange/return my closure or frontal after it is installed if it is experiencing balding?
A. Unfortunately we do not provide refunds or exchanges on closures that experience balding over time as this tends to happen sometime depending on the care of the item. Upon receiving your item, please expect your closure or frnntal carefully! To inspect the durability when first receiving, apply as much pressure and tension as you would to your natural hair. If there isn’t any excessive shedding, then the closure/frontal is in good condition. If you have issues regarding the quality, please do not install and contact us immediately.
Q. I returned my hair for a refund, will I receive a full refund?
A. Lace Xclusive does not refund shipping charges. Only the item cost plus any applicable sales tax will be refunded.
Q. How long does it take for me to receive the refund on my card?
A. Once we receive the hair and initiate the refund, It normally takes 2-4 business days to credit the funds back to your card/bank account. Please contact your card issuer in regards to the exact day your refund can be expected.
Q. I need to return items? What do I need to do?
A. If your item meets the qualification of a return, please fill out the Merchandise Return Form and mail it and the items back to us.
Q. I need to make an exchange? What do I need to do?
A. If your item meets the qualification of an exchange, please fill out the Merchandise Return Form and mail it and the items back to us.
WHOLESALE, RESALE & DISTRIBUTION
Q. Does Lace Xclusive offer wholesale prices to salon owners or those who want to purchase in bulk?
A. Yes we do offer wholesale pricing as well as distribution pricing where qualified individuals will be allowed to retail Lace Xclusive products in their salons, stores, boutiques etc.
Q. Can I re-sell Lace Xclusive hair?
A. Lace Xclusive is a private label brand. To protect its intellectual property rights, suspected resale of our merchandise for personal or business profit or use is strictly prohibited. Any orders found to have characteristics of reselling without a proper wholesale membership account will be cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel all subsequent orders from such customers. Only certain qualified individuals are allowed to retail Lace Xclusive products in their salons, stores, boutiques etc. with our explicit permission.
Q. Does Lace Xclusive provide samples?
A. Unfortunately we don't send samples, but you are welcome to purchase one bundle to test quality. You can also Google us or look us up on YouTube to checkout some customer reviews to get an in-depth look at our products.
Q. How do I get started selling wholesale?
A. More details regarding our wholesale program can be found here. Once you’re ready to get started email the wholesale membership form to wholesale@lacexclusive.com. Once the account is approved, a wholesale agreement will need to be signed.
Q. How do I get started with the distributor program?
A. More details regarding our authorized distributor program can be found here. Once you’re ready to get started email the distributor membership formto distribution@lacexclusive.com. Once the account is approved, a distributor agreement will need to be signed.