Human hair wigs are the most realistic, all-around wig choice to go for. Joseph’s Wigs only supply the highest quality human hair wigs made from 100% Remy hair.
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How to Choose the Right Hair Topper
Picking the right topper comes down to three things: where you're losing hair, how much coverage you need, and what fits your daily routine.
Step 1: Where's Your Thinning
If you’re losing hair along your parting line then a smaller base (4"×5" or 5"×6") with a lace front works best as it gives you a natural-looking hairline. Crown thinning is more common, and a medium base (5"×6" or 6"×7") covers that area while blending naturally with the rest of your hair. If you've got more extensive thinning across multiple areas, go for a larger base (6"×8" or bigger) to get proper, full coverage.
Step 2: Real Hair vs Synthetic
Real Remy human hair toppers give you total styling freedom. You can blow-dry, straighten, and even colour them. Look after them properly and they can last around 2-3 years, which is ideal if you're wearing your topper every day. Synthetic toppers come already styled, barely need maintenance, and they're way cheaper, although you can't heat-style them. They are brilliant, however, if you're just starting out or only wear toppers occasionally.
Step 3: Comfort and Security Matter
All our toppers have discreet clips that stay put without pulling and breathable caps so you're not uncomfortable wearing them all day. Monofilament and lace front bases also look incredibly realistic where your hair naturally parts.
Real Hair vs Synthetic: Which One's Right for You?
Both have their place, it really just depends on what you're looking for.
Real Remy Human Hair Toppers offer proper styling options so you can wash, dry, curl, straighten and colour. They blend in beautifully and look genuinely realistic.
Lasts: 1-2 years with proper care
Cost: £450-750+
Best for: People wearing toppers daily who want styling flexibility
Synthetic Hair Toppers come pre-styled and basically maintain their shape even after washing. Low-fuss and a great entry point if you're new to toppers.
Lasts: 4-6 months with daily wear
Cost: £70-450+
Limitation: No heat styling
Best for: Occasional wear or if you're budget-conscious
Ultimately, real hair is an investment for everyday wear and synthetic is an affordable, hassle-free option if you don't need it constantly.
Book a Professional Fitting Consultation
Still unsure about what'll work for you? Come in for a free, private fitting and our specialists will assess your thinning pattern and help you find something that works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a hair topper actually for?
A topper is a lightweight hairpiece that covers specific thinning areas such as your crown or parting line. It adds volume and targeted coverage without the heaviness of a full wig and it blends with your natural hair so it doesn't look like you're wearing a separate piece.
How do I know what base size to get?
It depends on where you're thinning;
Small bases (4"×5" or 5"×6") handle parting line thinning.
Medium bases (5"×6" or 6"×7") are good for crown thinning.
Large bases (6"×8"+) give you wider coverage if you've got thinning across multiple areas.
Use a soft measuring tape on the widest part of your thinning area to better understand what you need. Or, book a free consultation where our specialists will measure your scalp and recommend exactly what you need.
Do toppers damage your natural hair?
Not at all, in fact, they can actually help protect your hair by cutting down on daily heat styling and harsh treatments. The key is putting them on and taking them off properly, which is why our clips are designed to grip without pulling, and we recommend teasing your hair slightly before clipping to reduce tension. Done correctly, toppers are an effective and protective styling method.
Can you heat-style real hair toppers?
Absolutely - real Remy human hair toppers behave like natural hair so you can blow-dry, straighten, curl and colour them. You can’t use heat on synthetic toppers as the fibres can melt or frizz. Always use heat protectant spray on real hair toppers to keep moisture in and prevent damage.
How long do they actually last?
How long yours lasts depends on how often you wear it and how well you maintain it. Real Remy human hair toppers typically last 2-3 years with regular wear and proper care, some go even longer if you treat them well or wear them less often. Synthetic ones last about 4-6 months if you're wearing them daily. Check out our detailed care guides on how best to look after your wig.
Will it stay on all day?
Most people find their toppers stay put throughout the day, even if they're active. Our clips grip firmly without slipping and for all-day wear, we recommend teasing your hair lightly where the clips attach. Our specialists will be happy to show you proper application techniques during your consultation.
Can people tell you're wearing one?
Quality toppers, especially real Remy human hair with monofilament or lace front bases, blend so well that most people won't notice a thing. The trick is matching your colour to your roots, not your ends and our team will work with you to get this spot-on, which means nobody will know you're wearing anything.
When do you need to replace it?
Real hair toppers can last 2-3 years or longer with proper care, so most customers keep the same topper for a long time. Synthetic toppers typically need replacing every 4-6 months if you're wearing them daily. How long yours lasts comes down to how often you wear it and how well you look after it. We also provide maintenance guides to help you get the most out of your topper.
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