Human Hair Toppers

A hair topper is a partial hairpiece that clips into your own hair to add coverage and volume where it's needed most. It's designed to cover the crown and parting, making it ideal for disguising thinning hair on the top of the head.

Unlike a full wig, a topper leaves your natural hairline and the hair around your ears and nape visible helping it blend seamlessly with your own hair.

For many women, a hair topper is an ideal first step before choosing a full wig. To learn more, take a look at our guide to the best hair toppers.

It depends on how much of your own hair you have to clip into. Hair toppers work best if you have enough hair around the sides and back to secure the clips and blend naturally. They're ideal if your thinning is mainly around the crown or parting.

If your hair loss is more widespread or likely to progress, a full wig is often the better option as it provides complete coverage without relying on your natural hair.

If you're unsure which is right for you, read our guide to wigs or hair pieces for thinning hair. You can also send us a photo or book an appointment for personalised advice.

Yes – when you choose the right colour and construction a hair topper can look incredibly natural.

A monofilament top creates the appearance of a natural scalp and lets you part the hair in different directions while a lace front gives a more realistic-looking hairline if you need coverage towards the front.

Choosing the right colour is just as important. As a topper blends with your own hair choosing a close colour match helps it disappear seamlessly.

To learn more, take a look at our guides to the best hair toppers and five things to consider before buying a hair topper.

Most hair toppers are attached using small pressure-sensitive clips that fasten securely to your own hair. Depending on the size of the topper there are usually between three and six clips, giving a secure fit that's comfortable enough for all-day wear.

Some toppers use comb attachments instead and many can also be worn with wig tapeif you have a sensitive scalp or very little hair to clip into.

For more advice, read our guide on how to attach a hairpiece securely.

Yes – hair toppers are designed to be worn every day.

Simply remove your topper at night, store it on a stand and where possible, vary the position of the clips slightly to avoid putting pressure on the same areas of hair each day.

Brush it gently, wash it as needed and only use heat styling if the fibre is heat-friendly. For more tips, read our guide on how to style your hair topper.

No – when fitted and worn correctly a hair topper shouldn't damage your hair.

To help protect your natural hair, avoid fastening the clips more tightly than necessary, vary where the clips sit from time to time and remove your topper before going to bed.

If you notice any soreness or thinning where the clips are attached, it's worth trying a different positioning or an alternative attachment method such as wig tape. If you're unsure we're always happy to help you find the most comfortable and secure solution.

It depends on your lifestyle and how you like to style your hair.

If you regularly use heat tools, a human hair topper is usually the best choice. You can straighten or curl it alongside your own hair for a seamless finish and with the right care it will typically last longer.

Synthetic toppers are lower maintenance, hold their style after washing, are lighter to wear and are generally more affordable. Heat-friendly synthetic toppers offer a good middle ground allowing low-temperature styling while still retaining their style between wears.

To explore your options, take a look at our guide to the best hair toppers or read our comparison of synthetic vs human hair, which applies to toppers as well as wigs.

Choosing the right colour is especially important with a hair topper as it needs to blend seamlessly with your own hair.

The best way to compare shades is in natural daylight. If your hair is darker at the roots, a rooted colour often gives the most natural result. It's also worth checking your shade each time you replace your topper as your natural hair colour may have changed over time.

If you're unsure, don't guess – send us a photo of your hair in natural daylight and we'll be happy to help you find the best match.

Our Simply Wigs shop is based in a fabulous village called Slaithwaite, which is just on the outskirts of Huddersfield.

Slaithwaite is a vibrant village in the Pennine foothills, known as 'Slawit' by us locals. Slaithwaite was named as best place to live in the North and North East by the Sunday Times, and we are incredibly proud to have our shop here. There are lots of lovely shops to visit in the village, aswell as some delicious eateries too!

Storing your wig properly is important to maintaining its shape and quality.

• Ideally, you should store your wig in the original packaging. Simply comb through the wig to remove any tangles or knots, then fold it flat and place it back into the box. Store in a cool and dry place and away from direct sunlight to prevent any damage to the wig fibres.
• Alternatively, if you have lots of space, you could put on wig stands and have them on display. There are various types of wig stands available, including ones that resemble a head shape or simple upright stands.