TL;DR: Maintain your luxury human hair topper with proper washing techniques to prevent shedding, frizzing, and damage. Follow these steps for a sleek, long-lasting topper:
Main Points:
- Use sulfate-free shampoo to protect hair integrity and color.
- Gather materials: shampoo, conditioner, towel, wide-toothed comb, drying rack.
- Detangle before washing with a comb or fingers.
- Use lukewarm water to avoid stripping moisture.
- Gently shampoo and rinse without rubbing or twisting.
- Condition (optional) from mid-lengths to ends, avoiding clips.
- Air dry on a wig stand instead of using heat.
- Store properly in a cool, dry place when not in use.
Learning how to wash a human hair topper is key to maintaining its luxury quality and extending its lifespan. With that said, washing your topper improperly can lead to shedding, frizzing, breakage, and damage.
The process begins by choosing the right products for 100% European REMY human hair. Then, by following a few simple steps, your hair topper will be sleek, shiny, sweet-smelling, and ready for your next outing!
In this guide, we’ll share step-by-step directions to teach you how to wash your hair topper like a professional. We’ll also provide you with our top product recommendations to ensure your hair piece lasts. Keep reading to discover how to ensure your human hair topper always looks its best!
What You Need to Wash a Human Hair Topper
The products you choose to wash your human hair topper make a difference. Foremost, ensure your haircare products are sulfate-free.
Sulfates are cleaning agents belonging to a category known as surfactants. You may see them listed in your shampoo ingredients as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or sodium laureth sulfate (SLES).
Here’s why we recommend sulfate-free shampoo for hair toppers:
- They're less harsh on hair. Remember, your human hair topper isn't like your natural hair. You can't easily repair it, and it won't grow back. Choosing a gentler shampoo can keep delicate hair safe.
- They preserve hair color. Many human hair toppers are color-treated. In fact, many toppers in The Lauren Ashtyn Collection are carefully hand-painted. Sulfate-free shampoo ensures that color stays in the hair for longer.
- They preserve integrity and texture. You'll be amazed by how soft and sleek your hair topper is. Sulfate-free shampoo preserves texture. That means it will be like new for much longer.
- It's environmentally friendly. Some sulfates have been linked to potential health risks and environmental concerns. Choosing sulfate-free products is friendlier for the earth!
We recommend starting with a sulfate-free shampoo from our luxury haircare collection. We’ll share all the materials you need below.
Materials Needed:
- A mild, sulfate-free shampoo
- Conditioner, if desired
- A towel
- A wide-toothed comb
- A drying rack or wig stand
These are all the materials you need for a basic wash. However, there are other care products that can help extend the life and shine of your hair topper. Be sure to browse our hair care collection for oils, heat protectants, and more.
8 Steps for How to Wash a Hair Topper
Follow the steps below to wash your luxury human hair topper without damaging it.
1. Detangle the Topper
You’ll want to gently detangle your topper before you begin. Your goal is to ensure there aren’t any knots or snags.
We recommend using a wide-toothed comb for this step. If you don’t have one, you can use your fingers. Make sure to start at the tips and slowly, gently work toward the base of the topper.
2. Fill Your Basin
Fill a clean basin (or your sink) with lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water to prevent damage. Heat strips the natural moisture out of the 100% European REMY human hair. It can weaken the structure, compromise hair texture, and cause the color to fade.
3. Shampoo Your Topper
Now is the time for your sulfate-free shampoo to shine! Pour a small amount into your sink or basin and use your hands to create a soapy lather.
Then, gently immerse your topper in the water. Do not rub or twist the hair. Simply move it around gently to cleanse it.
4. Rinse Your Topper
When you’re done, rinse your topper under lukewarm running water. Ensure you remove all of the shampoo. Avoid the urge to pull, tug, or twist the hair. It’s okay if it takes some time for the water to run clear.
5. Condition Your Topper
Conditioning your topper is an optional step that can keep it looking sleek and tangle-free. Apply a small amount of conditioner from the mid-lengths to the tips of the topper. Try not to condition near the clips. Let the conditioner sit for a few minutes before following the step above to rinse it out.
6. Dry Your Topper
Start by laying your topper out flat on a clean, dry towel. You can gently press down on the topper to remove some of the excess moisture. Again, try to resist squeezing or twisting, which can cause damage.
After that, it’s best to let the hair dry naturally. We recommend placing it on a dedicated wig stand or drying rack. If possible, avoid using a blow dryer. The less heat you apply over the lifetime of the topper, the better.
7. Detangle and Style Your Topper
Once your topper is dry, repeat step one and remove any tangles or snags with a comb. From there, you’re ready to style your clean topper! Either install your topper and wear it proudly or store it properly.
8. Store Your Topper Properly
If you aren’t wearing your hair topper immediately, make sure to store it correctly. Choose a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. By following these steps, your human hair topper will stay clean, shiny, and in great condition!
Find Your Luxury Human Hair Topper in The Lauren Ashtyn Collection
Hair toppers from The Lauren Ashtyn collection last for years with proper TLC! Is it time to add a new luxury hair topper to your collection? Browse our stunning hair toppers and find your next piece today!
