Everything you need to know about hair toppers

We all dream of proudly sporting a beautiful and voluptuous movie star hairstyle. Except that in real life, between too fine hair, alopecia, patchy hair loss, or hair loss, we have well understood that Mother Nature has not been so generous to all of us. Hair is our charm asset and it goes without saying that our self-confidence takes a serious hit when the scalp becomes increasingly sparse.

However, all hope of (re)finding a dream hairstyle is not lost for us. If you are not yet familiar with hair toppers, I will explain everything to you. After all, who better to talk to you about it than a woman wearing a hair topper?

The hair topper: an undetectable beauty ally

Let's put an end to complexes !

Are you one of those who spend long hours in front of the mirror trying to hide their thinning scalp areas ? You are not alone, I was part of that too. But that was before I am discovering the world of hair toppers !

The hair topper is the simplest, easiest, and quickest way to achieve an immediate and reliable result. No glue or adhesive: it does not damage the hair as it clips on using clip combs and a central comb. In just a few clicks, you will have a hairstyle worthy of the name. Of course, the first steps will certainly be hesitant, even uncertain. But don't worry, I will explain everything to you. iciOnce you get the hang of it, applying it will be natural in just a few seconds.

The revenge of hair extensions

Highly popular in the United States, the hair topper is still not widely accepted in France. The reason is the still negative connotation of all these hair extensions that are often, wrongly, lumped together. Wig, toupee, hairpiece: all have a bad reputation and remind us of an unflattering image from the time when they were poorly made and gave an appearance that was anything but natural.

But that time is over. The unsightly "moumoutes" of the past have given way to high-quality, nearly invisible hairpieces. From now on, wigs and hair toppers blend perfectly with your hair for a natural and undetectable effect. Unlike a wig, which covers the entire head, a hair topper is only placed on the top of the scalp. Its mission? To harmoniously blend with your natural hair to add volume without damaging it.

The hair toppers from Comme un diadème

A hair topper, yes, but not just any one. Through the collection of Comme un diadème, I am committed to offering you only quality products at prices much more affordable than those made in French hair institutes. As you know, I have been wearing hair toppers for several years now, so I am very demanding about their quality. The result must be as natural as possible and blend perfectly with the hair while being comfortable to wear every day.

Quality hair

All the hair toppers offered by Comme un diadème are made with natural Brazilian Remy hair. 

The term "Remy" is a quality label. This means that the hair and cuticles of each strand are aligned in the same direction on the topper. In addition to being distinguished by their softness and shine, they have the advantage of not tangling and lasting longer. In contrast, "non-Remy" hair will tangle and damage more easily because they are assembled in bulk. These second-choice hairs should be avoided if one desires smooth and shiny hair.

A Silk top base

Ah, the Silk top! I have already talked about it in many videos. So, what is it exactly? It is simply a piece of silk that mimics the scalp and is placed on top of the hair toppers. The hair, hand-integrated, is tied under the silk, completely hiding the knots. The result is therefore completely natural and undetectable as it mimics a real scalp. No matter where you place your part, the illusion will be total.

Varied base sizes

The hair toppers from Comme un diadème are offered with wide bases:

• 15X15 (6X6 in American size)
• 15X18 (6X7 in American size)
• 18X18 (7X7 in American size)
• 20X20 (8X8 in American size)
• 9 x 9 (23 x 23 in American size)

Why? Because for women like me who want to conceal thinning areas, wide and flat bases are more suitable. This way, it avoids clipping in balding areas. Additionally, it's important to know that the wider the base, the more density it provides. So take the time to consider the type of coverage you want. At first, some women may not want to add too much density to their hair, so they prefer to start with hair toppers that have a smaller base, such as 6 x 6" or 15 x 18.

Hair toppers with a base size of 8 x 8" or 9 x 9" will be a good solution for women who have diffuse alopecia or who no longer have enough hair on the top of their head to secure the topper. Indeed, the wider base will descend lower on the back of the head and will clip more easily onto areas where there is more hair.

For more details, let me explain ici how to choose your base size. However, don't panic about this point: either one can satisfy you just as well. As for me, I wear bases of 15 x 18, 18 x 18, 8 x 8", or 9 x 9" and all four suit me.

A natural hair density

Comme un Diadème offers hair toppers made of straight or curly hair (wavywith a density generally ranging from 120 to 130%. Here, the goal is to have a natural and realistic volume that resembles you. Density corresponds to the amount of hair implanted in a specific area. The higher it is, the fuller the hair will be. Comme un Diadème also offers toppers with a density of 150% for volume lovers.

A wide choice of hair colors

No one has the same shade of brown and no one has the same shade of blonde. We know: the nuances can be subtle. That's why Comme un Diadème offers several shades of blonde, chestnut, and brown for your hair toppers. In addition to the photos available on the Comme un Diadème website, I regularly post videos of the hair toppers on my page. InstagramI highly encourage you to watch them before making a purchase, as it is easier to see the exact color with the videos. If you have doubts between two colors, I recommend choosing the lighter one, as it will harmonize better with your complexion, especially for brunettes. Additionally, it will be easier to darken it later by a colorist hairdresser.

For women with very little hair or alopecia, the hair topper is not suitable since a minimum amount of hair is needed to hold it with clips. In this case, you should opt for the perruques from Comme un Diadème, which also offers a very natural look.

You will understand, hair without volume or thinning will soon be a distant memory. The hardest part will obviously be choosing! So, ready to become who you are again with hair toppers?

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Article written by Sylvaine Amouriaux, web editor.