How to Choose the Best Wiglets & Hair Toppers for You
April 04, 2016
Wiglets are a great choice when hair begins to thin on top. They give a bit o extra coverage, fullness, and volume while integrating with your own hair for a natural look.
Here are some basics on how to measure for wiglets or hair toppers, select the right one for you and your stage of hair loss, and wear it with ease:
Step 1. Measuring
Jon Renau Measuring Standard for Toppers/Wiglets
Determine the area that you are experiencing hair loss.
Using a fabric measuring tape, measure the area from the front to the back of your thinning spot and record the measurement.
Measure the hair loss area from side to side and record.
When measuring, be mindful that there must be a sufficient amount of hair to attach the clip f your hairpiece to. The adhesive is another option.
Step 2. Choose right Wiglets | Toppers using Quick Tool Chart
TopStyle
Top Style
Hair Loss Area: Part | Top | Crown
Base Dimension: 9 inch x 8.5 inch
Length: 12 inch ~ 18 inch
Available Hair Type: Remy Human Hair
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Advanced
easiFringe
easiFringe
Hair Loss Area: Front | Fringe
Base Dimension: 6.5 inch x 3 inch
Length: 7.5 inch ~ 12 inch
Available Hair Type: Heat Resistant Fiber | Remy Human Hair
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Beginning
easiPart
easiPart
Hair Loss Area: Part
Base Dimension: 5 inch x 2.75 inch
Length: 12 inch ~ 18 inch
Available Hair Type: Heat Resistant Fiber | Remy Human Hair
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Beginning
TopNotch
Top Notch
Hair Loss Area: Part | Top | Crown
Base Dimension: 6.5 inch x 6.5 inch
Length: 8 inch ~ 10 inch
Available Hair Type: Synthetic Fiber
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Beginning
TopCrown
Top Crown
Hair Loss Area: Part | Top | Crown
Base Dimension: 6.75 inch x 6.5 inch
Length: 5.75 inch ~ 6 inch
Available Hair Type: Synthetic Fiber
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Mid/progressive
TopLevel
Top Level
Hair Loss Area: Part | Top | Crown
Base Dimension: 6.5 inch x 6.5 inch
Length: 10 inch ~ 16 inch
Available Hair Type: Synthetic Fiber
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Mid/progressive
TopForm
Top Form
Hair Loss Area: Part | Top | Crown
Base Dimension: 6.5 inch x 6.5 inch
Length: 12 inch ~ 18 inch
Available Hair Type: Remy Human Hair
Recommended Hair Loss Stage: Progressive/Advance
Step 3. How to apply Wiglets | Toppers
Once you have chosen the wiglet or topper that will suit your needs, place it over the area of hair loss and check in the mirror to balance a style it.
Apply front of topper about 1″~2″ back from your natural hairline.
Secure front either with clips or tape, then attaches the clips in the back, keeping the base of your hairpiece flat against your head.
Blend the hair topper with your own hair and style how you’d like it.
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