Essential Things to Know Before Buying a Hair Topper

por Emma Jeffery 29 de junio de 2023

Are you struggling with hair loss and feeling the impact it has on your confidence? Losing your hair can be a distressing experience that leaves you searching for the right solution to restore your self-esteem. If you’re considering buying a hair topper, it’s important to be well-informed about the main factors to consider. In this article, we will address the common challenges associated with hair loss and guide you through the essential things you need to know before purchasing a hair topper.

As a trusted authority in the hair industry, Daniel Alain has extensive experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of hair loss. Our team of experts has guided countless people to make informed decisions about choosing the right hair topper and we are passionate about helping anyone considering wearing hair.

In this guide, we promise to equip you with the essential knowledge you need before investing in a hair topper. We will explore different types of hair toppers, discuss crucial factors to consider, and provide you with tips for achieving the most natural look. By the end of this article, we hope you will have the confidence to find the perfect hair topper solution that will transform your life.

Understanding Hair Toppers

What is a hair topper?

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Unlike a wig which covers the entire scalp, a hair topper is a hairpiece designed to cover specific areas of hair loss or thinning on the top of the head. It provides additional volume, coverage, and a natural-looking appearance. Hair toppers are smaller in size than full wigs and can be seamlessly blended into existing hair. They are attached using various methods such as clips, tapes, or bonding agents, allowing for a secure and comfortable fit.

Hair toppers come in different lengths, colors, and styles to match your bio hair and can be an instant, customized solution for your unique needs. Whether you are experiencing hair loss due to medical reasons, genetic factors, or simply seeing a change in hairstyle, a hair topper can be a transformative solution.

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Real-life Daniel Alain customer, Kelly, has been wearing our hair toppers for 11 years and found it to be a game changer. “I lost my hair due to radiation to treat skin cancer,” she explains. “It left me with a permanent bald spot on the top of my head. The topper has given me an incredible boost and nobody knows this is not my real hair.”

Factors to Consider Before Buying a Hair Topper

Before purchasing a hair topper, there are several factors to consider to ensure you make the right choice for your specific needs:

Hair Topper Materials and Quality

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Opt for high-quality materials such as human hair or synthetic fibers, depending on your preferences and budget. Human hair toppers offer the most natural look, styling versatility, and longevity, while synthetic toppers provide affordability and pre-set style.

“My human hair topper is incredible and of such high quality,” says Kelly.

Proper Sizing and Fit of Your Hair Topper

Selecting the right size and fit is crucial for a seamless blend. Working with a provider who offers private consultations and helps take measurements, will ensure you find the perfect match.

Customization Options for Your Hair Topper

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Being able to customize your hairpiece will help it blend perfectly with your existing hair and look completely natural. While synthetic pieces are not easily colored or styled, human hair pieces can be treated in the same way as bio hair. They can be cut and colored by an experienced stylist, and styled with heat tools.

Budget Considerations

Determine your budget range and explore hair topper options within that range. Remember to balance quality, longevity, and affordability to make a wise investment.

“I consider my Follea topper from Daniel Alain to be an investment piece. They are expensive. But they’re also worth every penny,” Kelly says.

Ensuring a Natural Look with Your Hair Topper

To achieve the most natural look with your hair topper, we recommend focusing on two key aspects: matching the topper with your natural hair and customizing the topper for the most effective blend. Starting with the solid foundation of a close match in color and texture will create an undetectable look and having the piece customized will help it feel more natural to you. Taking your piece to an experienced stylist will ensure you find the perfect look that boosts your confidence and integrates seamlessly with your natural appearance.

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“I recommend wearing your topper in a way that feels the most natural to you,” advises Kelly. “If you’ve always worn your hair up in a ponytail, wear it in a ponytail! Wearing your topper in familiar ways will give you the confidence to feel like yourself.”

Hair Topper Care and Maintenance

Washing Your Hair Topper

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Proper care for your topper is essential for maintaining its appearance and longevity. We recommend washing our pieces every 7-10 days of daily wear, but always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for cleaning instructions, as different types of hair toppers may require specific care routines.

“A topper is extremely easy to care for,” says Kelly. “I wash it and put it on top of a mannequin head and comb it out. Then I scrunch it up to put some waves in it and leave it to air dry.”

Gently comb out any tangles before washing by using a detangling brush starting at the ends and working your way up to the top. Generally, use a salon-grade shampoo and conditioner, and air-dry on a mannequin head or wig stand. If you use styling tools on your topper, be sure to protect it from heat damage and use a high-quality heat protectant.

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“Because my topper is human hair, I can use a curling wand or straightening iron on it,” Kelly explains. “Anything I would do with my own hair I can do with my topper.”

Proper Storage and Handling

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When not in use, store your hair topper properly to protect it and keep it tangle-free. Use a designated storage container or mannequin head specifically designed for hairpieces. Each Daniel Alain hairpiece is shipped with a velvet pouch and box which are perfect for long or short-term storage, and travel.

Before storing, ensure that the topper is clean and completely dry. Handle your hair topper with care and avoid excessive pulling or tugging that could cause shedding.

Am I ready to explore the benefits of hair toppers?

Hair loss or hair thinning can be a challenging experience that impacts confidence and self-esteem. Many people have sought solutions to address this issue, including the use of hair toppers.

We hope that exploring the essential things to know before buying a topper has given you a better understanding of whether a hair topper is a good option for your unique situation.

If you’re considering buying a hair topper and feel ready to explore the different options available to you, we recommend a consultation with an expert. We offer free, private consultations that can take place both virtually and in-person in a showroom in Newport Beach, CA. Alternatively, you can explore our locator and find an authorized Daniel Alain retailer located in your area.

Our team is dedicated to providing valuable information and assisting you in your journey towards feeling confident and empowered.

Perfect kit

Perfect kit for someone starting out!

I had an amazing experience!

I had an amazing experience! Ashley was incredibly helpful! Love my new piece!

Hi Brittany! Thank you so much for your kind review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a lovely visit and that our FOLLEA Expert, Ashley was able to provide with exceptional service. We hope you continue to love your new FOLLEA Style wig, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future!

Amazing Company

I recently lost my hair in a horse accident, but Daniel Alain was quick to help me out. I bought 3 toppers and I love all of them. They suit me extremely well, and I will forever be grateful. Thank you very much.

Hi Samantha! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're truly honored to be part of your hair journey and so happy to hear that you love your Follea by Daniel Alain hair toppers. Knowing they help you feel confident and comfortable means everything to us. Thank you for trusting Daniel Alain!

Ashley is wonderful!

Very impressed with the quality of service and quality of the hair piece!! Five stars!! Don’t waste time anywhere else.

Hello Jessica,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with Ashley. We strive to be apart of every step of your journey, to ensure you have the best experience possible.

Love, The Daniel Alain Team

Unbelievable Experience

I was new to alternative hair and hit my rock bottom and realized I couldn’t put off a wig any longer. Ashley is absolutely incredible. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and so accommodating. She knew how vulnerable I felt and allowed me to take my time and get a piece I would be happiest with.

I am so grateful for this experience and I’m glad I found follea before being too traumatized elsewhere!

Truly, stop looking and buy the wig.

Dear Jenna,
Thank you so much for sharing your consultation experience with Ashley. It brings us so much joy to know she was able to help you find a piece that is best for you. We strive to help women feel comfortable and confident during there hair journey.

Xoxo, The Daniel Alain Team

Very helpful

We’ve been seeing a lot of hair loss in our clients due to Covid. Intact has helped to significantly reduce the shed! Our clients love it and so does the salon plumbing!

Fear to FABULOUS!!

Ladies, if you’re asking yourself…”why is this so expensive in comparison to other options?”…don’t and take the plunge. You will know why INSTANTLY when you open it up! This purchase is for YOU to gain your confidence back, to feel pretty and to walk with pride so it’s worth it! We all spend so much on nothing, our kids, stupid things…We are worth investing in ourselves! I’m a first time buyer of a wig and I’m 51 yo. No current cancer or no chemo, just ruined my hair with extensions for many years. I experienced so much denial, fear, and much sadness but…Janet, what an angel…walked me through it, didn’t pressure me and was so incredibly patient with answering all my questions…she made me come to the realization how bad extensions are on your hair and if I’m going to try and see if I can regrow my hair, I need to take the extensions out, allow my head and follicles to breath naturally….all sounds like a good idea right? It was hard for me to realize this and knowing that I’d have to rely solely on a wig now at 51yo! But! As I mentioned above, it is worth it and I feel fabulous! It is so natural looking, it moves with you, it’s comfortable, and not crazy hot! You can style it however you want! I never write reviews but felt this was probably the most important one I could ever write in an effort to help someone else either like me who was afraid of needing a wig, or someone who is simply considering a new one from this company. And most of all, you are never alone through this journey. Janet is reachable and so helpful even after you receive it! I’m on the other side of the country from California and we went on this journey all via zoom and FaceTime! I’d you’re considering this, do it! They also graciously give you 7 days to decide, just keep it intact and no modifications and send it back for your money back or exchange! I didn’t mention that I purchased the “style” model and am extremely happy with it. I’ve only had it a week but wow, I’m me again and in minutes flat, I’m ready to go and look like I stepped out of the salon! If you’ve read this all, I wish you luck and congratulations on getting a new you…a gorgeous you, full of confidence!🤗

Dear Tara,

Your review closely touch all of our hearts and we can hope it does the same for others. We are pleased to know Janet was and is able to help you on your journey. Janet is a valuable asset here at Daniel Alain and to all the people she helps. Your kind words and review are the reason we strive to offer the absolute best quality human hair wigs and toppers. We are honored to be apart of your journey and re-gained self confidence.

Thank you for sharing your vulnerable and inspiring experience.

We would love to invite you to join our #FolleaFriend community on Instagram, Where you can share, learn and grow with other amazing Follea friends.

With Love, The Daniel Alain Team.

amazing customer service

I cant say enough good things about the customer service I received from Janet. I was nervous cause it was my first time ordering from you on top of that I was getting a custom color, not only was the color spot on, but Janet was sooo patient walking me thru the process
I never felt rushed or hurried to make a decision, honestly she was a dream to work with. Now I'm thinking about the next one I'm going to get;)

Dear Kelly,

Thank you so much for your kind and supportive words. We are glad to know Janet was able to be such a helpful and supportive part of your wig journey. Janet will always be glad to help with any and all questions and concerns you have.

We want to personally invite you to be apart of our @Follea Instagram community where you can Learn, Share, and Grow with other Follea Friends.

Thank you again!
With Love, The Daniel Alain Team

This is a great wig!

I absolutely love this wig and I wear it with tons of confidence! I purchased my Daniel Alain Follea Style wig on 12/24/20 and it still looks great! I wear wigs regularly due to hair loss and own other good quality wigs but once purchasing this one it has become my favorite wig and I have been wearing it about 5 days a week for over a year and a half. I wash and style it about once a week, use the best hair products available, style it with a T3 curling iron and even had it colored. I admit it is easier to style when on a stand but I have become pretty good at it and have not damaged it one bit, it still looks heathy and so soft. I wear it up, down, braided and even a pony tail, I do have to be a little creative when wearing it up but basically you can do with it whatever you would if it were your own natural hair.
I still love it so much and there is plenty of wear left but I thought it was time for a change and get a new one. When I went on line to look at styles again I realized I never reviewed it and that is why I am reviewing it now. Oh I almost forgot to mention how light and comfortable it is. I have worn it up to 18 hours, slept in it and even wear it on the beach without it feeling hot and sweaty, it really does not feel like you are wearing a wig. If you are on the fence about purchasing a Daniel Alain wig I can tell you it is a very good quality wig and you won't be sorry. Here are a few pics of me styling it and wearing it in different styles, the one of me in blue was last week and about 2 months after coloring it.

Simply the Best

I get so many compliments on this wig. The Cappuccino color is so beautiful! I feel so confident when I wear her. I’ve worn so many of the years and I finally feel like I’ve found the one.

Dear Stacy,

We couldn't be happier to hear how beautiful and confident you feel in your new Follea! It warms our hearts to be apart, and a positive affect during your hair loss journey.

We invite you to join our @Follea community on Instagram, to learn best practices for your new Follea. Thank you so much!

XOXO, The Daniel Alain Team

Beautiful wigs and the best customer service!!

Dear, Ruth
Thank you so much for your kind words! We take comfort in knowing you were pleased with the help and assistance you received during this process.
Xoxo, The Daniel Alain Team

Easy Beauty!

My Follea Style (6-11) is in all honesty the most comfortable wig I've ever worn - and I hate anything on my head! This wig just... goes where it's supposed to, no pulling it this way or that, no realizing your doggone wig is crooked.. AFTER you walk in to work. This success is in no small part to the Fit Kit I was sent to make sure of my size. 😊

Also, to say the hair is beautiful gives beauty a bad name. The hair is stunning. (I wear color Latte.) My consultant, Ashley, virtually took my hand to guide me through the process of buying my wig. Her help was and still is invaluable.

My hairdresser is very comfortable styling wigs. She created just the right "style" for my Style. That said, even straight from the box, Follea rocks!

Reading your Follea experience warms our hearts, our goal and mission is to help women all over the world feel beautiful, confident and like their best self. Ashley is an amazing and knowlegable guide, that will continue to be with you on your hair journey!

We invite you to join our @Follea community on Instagram, to learn best practices for your new Follea.

Thank you very much!

Love,

Daniel Alain Team

Wig #6

The ready to wear wig I received from Daniel Alain is beautiful. The packaging was so respectful of the wig. So impressed. I called with questions before purchasing and the staff was very kind and respectful as Loosing my hair was so unexpected and stressful. Thank you for wonderful customer service and a beautiful wig. So many compliments on how it makes me look. Thank you.

We are honored and so glad to hear you had a pleasant experience! Thank you or trusting us to help you during your hair-loss journey.

Follea René

Ive had my follea Rene, 12 inch in the color Vienna, for almost a week and I love it more every day. I feel like a new woman, so confident and beautiful again. This wig has given me a bounce in my step again. It’s so soft, silky, doesn’t matte like my other wigs and feels like it is coming right out of my own head. Cynthia at follea did a virtual visit explaining everything, answering all my questions and sent me samples of wig caps and color swatches to try on. The process was stress free and exciting. Will definitely purchase another follea for sure.

Hi Nikki,

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to write this review for us. We are so glad to know that you are loving our René wig and more importantly, feeling like confident and beautiful again! Please tag us #danielalain in any photos we'd love to share your amazing look on our website and/or social media platforms.

Style 10 Inch Color 5005 Macchiato (comes with a soft rooting)

This is my first wig but not my first attempt with alternative hair. Its been a journey and one I knew I wanted to take with Follea. I was not wrong. The hair is silky soft and beautifully shiny. The staff is great and wonderful to work with. Their online consultation process is just what I needed. I received sample caps to try on to determine which size is the right size for me. I received color swatches as well to make the color selection process was a breeze. It does make a difference to see to the colors in person, dont be afraid to ask for color swatches. To see them against the light or while your home is worth it. All this happened after the online consultation, which was simple and fun. The rep provided samples of everything, explained the differences with each one. This helped me make a decision on what was right for me. Getting the samples of the wig caps and color swatches was a fun part of the experience but it also made me feel good about my decisions. I often worry about getting the wrong size and color. Once I was set ( and yes I changed my mind a bit) we went forward with the order. After I received my wig and cut the lace, the team was still there to help me with any questions I had.

Overall a great online purchasing experience. Once I received my Follea, I instantly knew this was it for me. I loved it and I was confident to wear it out.

Feeling Myself and Happy with a beautiful Follea Style, 10", Irish Cream

There are no words to fully express how grateful I am for finding Follea and meeting Janet. Her kindness combined with a professional, yet so gentle, advice helped me to find my beautiful natural looking European hair. Janet patiently showed me different styles and sizes (my head is so small!). She has never pushed me to anything. Only offered support and help on the way to my decision, and eventually ordered (incredibly urgently) the right size. I wish all patients to meet someone like Janet on their way! Before I found Follea, I faced a few horrible pushy people who wanted to make money of my sensitive, fragile situation of suddenly losing hair.
Today, I can face the Universe with a smile, again. I am back to work and normal life, interacting with people, attending important business meetings. Letting my health recover in calm confident state.
Thank You to Follea and Janet. May the Blessing and Kindness come back to You Multiplied Million Times.
I am already thinking of ordering a second Follea Style (bit longer this time). Every girl needs a special occasion HAIR! I have found mine.

Looooove me some FOLLEA!!!

Girl I love my new wig!!!!!! I feel like Beyoncé wearing it, you can’t even tell that it’s a wig! My confidence is an all new high and I feel fierce. Thanks to Janet for making my hair dreams come true. Xoxoxo

Follea's Petite

Recently, I bought the Petite in Chai Latte blonde with a natural-looking darker root and customized my piece by adding a few wispy bangs. If you are like me and try to stretch the length of time between washes to prevent an itchy scalp and breakage, this little priceless gem is a quick four clips away from a good hair day.

Great Customer Services

Great customer services! Received in a timely manner. Very happy with my topper, especially after I trimmed bangs and length to fix my own hair.

Hello Diane,

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to write this review for us. We are very happy to receive your feedback. Please tag us #danielalain in any photos we'd love to share your amazing look on our website and/or social media platforms.
Feel free to contact us at 1.949.706.9880 or reviews@danielalain.com.