A hair topper is a partial hairpiece that clips into existing hair to add coverage, fullness, and volume where thinning is most noticeable. Human hair toppers can be customized, styled, and cared for much like natural hair, making them a flexible solution for women with thinning around the crown, part, or top of the head.
- Hair toppers are best for women who still have enough natural hair for clips to hold comfortably.
- Lauren Ashtyn toppers are made with 100% real Remy human hair and can be cut, styled, toned, or color-adjusted by a professional.
- Human hair toppers usually need washing every four to six weeks, depending on wear and product use.
- It is best to remove a clip-in topper before sleeping to protect the topper and natural hair.
- A quality topper should blend with your color, texture, and style for a natural-looking finish.
Your hair is a medium of self-expression. Each strand shows the world exactly who you are and how you want to be perceived. More importantly, your hair has the power to transform the way you feel about yourself. A hair topper can help you retain your confidence, even if you’re facing hair thinning or hair loss.
A hair topper is a partial hairpiece that clips into your existing hair to add a little extra coverage where you need it most. For women experiencing thinning around the top of the head, a hair topper can be a beautiful solution that blends with your natural hair instead of covering your full scalp like a wig.
At The Lauren Ashtyn Collection, our hair toppers are made from 100% real Remy human hair and can be customized to match your existing hair. This guide will explain how our luxury human hair toppers work and how to care for one so you can feel more like yourself again.
What Is a Hair Topper for Women?
A hair topper is a beautiful, fully customizable hairpiece crafted from 100% real Remy human hair. We design each piece to match your existing hair's unique depth, style, and texture. Your stylist will work with you to achieve a perfect match, so you can sport the style you want without limitations.
Unlike a full wig, a topper attaches to your head with four damage-free clips. We recognize that your hair may be very thin or delicate. We assure you they will not harm or damage your existing hair. Your topper will be light and gentle and blend in perfectly.
A talented stylist can help you change the part. They can even cut in bangs, shorten the length, or style your hair for any occasion.
Most toppers last a minimum of three years with basic care. Still, there is no reason why you can’t have more than one!
How Does a Hair Topper Work?
A hair topper works by clipping into your existing hair. Unlike a wig, it does not cover your entire head. Instead, it sits over the area where your hair feels thinner, then blends with the hair you already have.
Most hair toppers are placed around the crown, part, or top of the head. Small, pressure-sensitive clips help secure the topper in place, so you’ll need enough natural hair for the clips to hold the topper in place comfortably. Once the topper is attached, you can blend your natural hair and the topper together to create a cohesive look.
Because Lauren Ashtyn Collection hair toppers are made with 100% real Remy human hair, they can be styled much like your own hair. A professional stylist can also help customize the topper so it matches perfectly.
Who Are Hair Toppers For?
Women of all ages deserve to look and feel confident and beautiful. Our human hair toppers are for everyone. You don’t need to experience hair loss or thinning to take advantage of these luxury products. Still, we’ve found that toppers are a fantastic solution for many common issues.
You will need to have some hair on your head to benefit from a hair topper. Women with profound hair loss might benefit from a more substantial wig. If you’re unsure which solution is right for you, consider a free online consultation.
We’ve found hair toppers are ideal for individuals with the following conditions:
- Male or female pattern baldness
- Naturally thin or brittle hair
- Hormonal hair loss (related to menopause, birth control, or health conditions)
- Hair loss after pregnancy
- Telogen effluvium or stress-related hair loss
- Hair loss related to radiation treatment
- Follicle damage after burns or injuries
If you have a hair-related concern that isn’t on this list, we’re happy to answer your questions.
Matching Your Unique Hair Color and Style
100% European human hair wig toppers come in more than 30 distinct colors, ranging from deep black to gray. If you try on your topper and find it isn’t an exact match, a licensed stylist can help. We can adjust every piece to match your existing hair color perfectly.
Some women receive their hair topper and believe it’s too shiny and perfect! Your stylist can offer tips. For example, we advise you to pick up some texture spray. That can help you blend your piece with your natural hair.
The first thing many women do upon receiving their topper is take it for a haircut. A licensed stylist can help you achieve the perfect length and style. You’ll achieve the appearance of thick, textured hair with depth and dimension. Prepare to receive compliments from people you’ve never even met!
Styling your topper at home is easy and intuitive. Many women style their hair in ponytails or messy buns. To achieve a more polished style, you can blow-dry or curl your topper by placing it on a mannequin head.
Can You Dye a Hair Topper?
Yes, you can dye a hair topper if it is made from human hair, but not so fast! We always recommend leaving color changes to a professional stylist.
At The Lauren Ashtyn Collection, our hair toppers are made with 100% real Remy human hair, which gives you much more flexibility than synthetic pieces. However, coloring any hairpiece can affect its longevity if it is done incorrectly. A stylist can help you decide whether your topper can safely be dyed.
If you are buying a new topper, the best first step is choosing the closest color match possible. From there, a professional can make small refinements so the piece blends seamlessly with your natural hair.
How Often Do You Wash a Human Hair Topper?
Most human hair toppers don’t need to be washed as often as your natural hair. That’s because your natural hair produces oils every day, but a topper does not. As a result, overwashing can sometimes dry out the hairpiece faster than necessary, eventually leading to damage.
As a general rule, many women wash a human hair topper every four to six weeks, but that’s a guideline and not a one-size-fits-all rule. If you use a lot of styling products or sweat more than usual, you may need to wash your piece more often. If you only wear your topper on special occasions rather than daily, you can likely get away with washing it less often.
When you do wash your topper, use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo and a moisturizing conditioner, and be gentle. As a result, your hair topper will look natural for much longer.
Can You Sleep in a Hair Topper?
It’s not a good idea to sleep in a hair topper. While it may feel secure enough to wear all day, sleeping in your topper adds additional tension that could potentially damage both your topper and your natural hair.
Instead of sleeping in your topper, we recommend gently brushing it and placing it on a stand or wig head. That way, it will hold its shape and be waiting for you when you wake up. If you’re in a situation in which you’d feel more comfortable covering your head at night, look into a silk bonnet or other soft sleep cap, which will protect your natural hair.
Where to Buy a Hair Topper
Don’t let hair loss or thinning affect how you feel about yourself. A hair topper can transform your appearance and help you fall in love with the way you look again. It’s a luxurious, low-maintenance solution that will earn you compliments everywhere you go.
Your journey to beauty begins at The Lauren Ashtyn collection. Shop our collection of hair toppers and discover how countless women have reclaimed their confidence.
