A toupee, also known as a hair system, hair replacement system, or hairpiece, serves as a practical and aesthetic solution for anyone experiencing hair loss or seeking to enhance their appearance. Though the term "toupee" may evoke images of outdated, unnatural-looking hairpieces, modern toupees are advanced and versatile, offering wearers a highly realistic, comfortable, and customization option to regain confidence.
A toupee is designed to cover male pattern baldness while a full cap wig is used to cover the entire head where there is supposed to have hair. Based on our customer feedbacks, only a small portion of people, like 1%-5%, would choose a full cap wig over a toupee. Most of people prefer to wear a toupee because it looks more natural and people still have their own hair on the back and sides.
Toupees come with different base materials to suit various needs: lace for a natural hairline, skin for a realistic scalp look, mono for durability, and silk for an undetectable finish. Some bases combine materials for comfort and strength. The hair used varies in type: Indian hair is versatile, European hair is fine and silky, Chinese hair is thick and durable, and synthetic hair offers a budget-friendly option.
When you choose a toupee, there are several factors to consider including hair color, hair density, base material, base size, hair texture, wave/curl, attachment method and even your lifestyle. These is a complicated process and having an expert to assist you will make the whole process a lot easier. Feel free to contact TopUnique Hair’s customer service team who have more than 10 years experience in men’s toupee industry and they will walk you through every step of the way. Email: support@topuniquehair.com. Phone: 833-785-5654.
Yes, you can style your toupee just like natural hair, but keep a few things in mind. Avoid using high heat or applying heat for prolonged periods. When blow-drying, use a low-temperature setting to protect the hair. If you want curls, we recommend ordering a pre-curled hair system from TopUniqueHair, as our professional team specializes in creating curls that won't damage the hair, ensuring a long-lasting, natural look.
You can use styling products like pomade, clay, wax, or gel on your toupee, but it's best to use them sparingly. Overuse or daily application can lead to product buildup, which may cause the hair to shed over time.
Please note that it's best not to bleach or dye the hair, as improper treatment can damage both the hair and the base, making the toupee unusable.
A toupee can be attached with a variety methods such as tapes, glues, a combine of tapes and glue, or even clips. Compared to tape or glue bonding method, only about 5% people use clips to bond.
There isn't a single answer to how long a toupee lasts, as it depends on several factors. The base material plays a significant role—silk base toupees are generally the most durable, but they have three layers. When washing or exercising, ensure the middle layer dries thoroughly to prevent hair knot loosening, shedding, or unpleasant odors due to trapped moisture. In terms of durability, silk base ranks highest, followed by mono+skin hybrid, lace-skin hybrid, thick skin, full lace, and thin skin. Additionally, how well you care for your toupee matters; experienced wearers can extend its lifespan significantly. For example, one of our customers, with nearly 10 years of experience, made a 0.04mm super-thin skin toupee last over 6 months, despite its typical lifespan being around 2 months.
Yes, you can swim while wearing your toupee, but keep these tips in mind: wait 24 hours for a fresh bond to fully cure before exposing it to water. Make sure the bond isn’t near the end of its usual lifespan (e.g., after about 2 weeks). For swimming, use the strongest bonding method available, opting for your most durable routine. Before getting into the pool or sea, wet your toupee with regular water first. This helps prevent it from absorbing chlorinated or salty water, which can lead to dryness and damage.
Yes, a toupee can be custom made. All the factors can be customized including the base material whether it is lace, skin, mono, silk or combined base of two or more of these; base size ranging from a small frontal to a full cap wig; hair color ranging from black, brown, blonde, gray, highlighted, low-lighted and mixed colors; hair length ranging from 4’’ to 24’’; hair material ranging from Indian hair, European hair, Chinese hair and even synthetic hair; Hair density ranging from 60% extra light to 180% extra heavy. Ordering a custom order can be challenging for a first-timer, feel free to contact TopUnique Hair’s customer service team who have more than 10 years experience in men’s toupee industry and they will walk you through every step of the way. Email: support@topuniquehair.com. Phone: 833-785-5654.
Yes, you can definitely sleep while wearing your toupee. However, friction can cause tangling and shedding, so it's best to minimize it. Using a silk pillowcase is recommended to reduce friction and help protect your toupee while you sleep.
With a glued-on or taped-on toupee, it typically stays in place unless the bonding was done incorrectly or it gets wet, such as from heavy sweat or swimming within 24 hours of a fresh bond. If you notice your toupee starting to slip or move, it's time to reapply it if you've been wearing it for over a week. However, if it's only the second day of wear, you can simply redo the hairline or the area where it’s moving.
