What Are Hair Toppers? and why are they so Popular?

Hair Loss and Thinning Hair

Hair loss is a reality that impacts many women over 50. While it is a common condition, with bald patches and thinning areas appearing on the top of the head or elsewhere, it can be distressing and challenging to manage and is common for alopecia sufferers. Fortunately, hair toppers have emerged as a popular and effective solution for women dealing with hair loss, we delve into the benefits, advantages, and disadvantages of the different types and explain why they are worth considering. View our extensive range of ladies hair toppers available from our online shop.

Why have they become so popular?

Hair toppers have become popular for several reasons. Firstly, they offer natural-looking coverage that blends seamlessly with existing hair and add volume to thinning hair. Secondly, they are comfortable to wear and easy to maintain. Furthermore, they come in a variety of styles in both natural hair and synthetic hair, making them incredibly versatile and suitable for different needs.

What Do Hair Toppers Offer?

Hair toppers are hairpieces that sit on top of the head, covering areas of hair loss or providing volume to thinning hair. They come in different materials, such as lace front, monofilament, and hand-tied, which have different benefits. In addition, you can choose your own natural hair colour and in a variety of different lengths.

Lace fronts are ideal for those looking for a natural-looking topper as they have a sheer lace panel in the front that mimics the natural hairline. This means that the hairpiece blends seamlessly with your hair making it challenging to spot.

A Monofilament hair topper uses a fine mesh material that appears skin-like and allows for air circulation, making it both natural-looking and comfortable to wear.

A hand-tied hair topper is the most lightweight and natural-looking solution. They are incredibly delicate and light, giving the impression of real hair that moves like your own.

Do Hair Toppers come in Real Hair (Human Hair) and different types of base materials? 

There are two distinct types of topper, synthetic and human hair. An advantage of human hair in your hair colour, it will blend better with your existing hair and can be styled with heat tools.

Hair toppers can also have different base materials, such as mono tops, lace tops, silk bases, or polyurethane edges. These affect how the hair topper looks and feels on your scalp.

Some of the advantages and disadvantages of synthetic hair toppers are:

A Synthetic hair topper will be cheaper than a human hair topper, will be easier to maintain, and will not require much styling. It will hold its shape and style better than a human hair topper. You should choose one that is comfortable to wear and available in the length of your choice, and feel lightweight on your scalp.

However, a synthetic hair topper will not usually last as long as a human hair topper and is likely to wear out faster. They may have a fake shine that does not match your hair and cannot be styled with heat tools or dyed a different colour.

Are Hair Toppers available in a range of Natural Hair Colours?

Yes, hair toppers are available in a wide range of natural hair colours. You can find one to match your hair or choose a different colour to suit your preference. Some have highlights or lowlights for a more versatile look.

However, if you think you may ever wish to change the colour of your hair topper, you should choose human hair rather than synthetic hair as it cannot be dyed.

Hair toppers offer several benefits, such as:

1. Coverage: 

Hair toppers offer coverage and volume to women dealing with hair loss. They cover thinning hair or bald patches, giving women more flexibility and confidence in their appearance.

2. Versatility: 

Hair toppers come in different styles and colours, making them versatile in terms of matching hair color, blending in, and matching different outfits.

3. Comfort: 

Toppers are made using breathable materials that do not irritate the scalp, making them comfortable to wear.

4. Convenience:

Hair toppers can be worn and taken off quickly, making them a convenient solution for women who want easy-to-use hair loss solutions.

Our happy customers share their hair topper reviews

Sarah, a Natural Image Wigs customer, says, "I used to be incredibly self-conscious about my hair loss, but ever since I discovered hair toppers, I feel much more confident. They give me the coverage I need, and nobody can tell I'm wearing them."

According to expert stylist Maria, "Hair toppers are an easy-to-use, natural, and versatile way to cover areas of hair loss. They come in different styles and materials, and with proper application and care, women can achieve a seamless look that blends with their hair."

In Summary:

Hair loss is a part of getting older, but it doesn't have to impact a woman's confidence and self-esteem. Hair toppers offer natural-looking coverage, volume and comfort, convenience, and versatility, making them a popular hair loss solution. With different styles and materials, women can find the perfect hair topper to suit their needs and enhance their appearance.