How to Wear a Toupee
A toupee, also known as a hairpiece, is designed to cover partial baldness or thinning hair on the top and back of the head. Wearing a toupee can be a great confidence lifter and make you look and feel years younger. Today’s toupees are now made to appear more natural, blending with the wearer’s hair seamlessly. With proper fit, selection and application, a toupee can be virtually undetectable.
Things You'll Need:
- Toupee
- Adhesive/toupee tape/glue
- Mirror
- Styling Tools
- Choose a toupee that matches your hair color and texture. A mismatched hairpiece is easy to detect and defeats the purpose. Start with selecting your base material. Two popular types are lace and monofilament mesh. They are lightweight materials which allow the scalp to breathe. Once you have selected the base, you need to decide on the actual wig hair itself. There are an abundance of options to choose from such as human or synthetic hair, color, volume and style.
- Get fitted for your hairpiece at a wig store. They have professionals who can help you with this process and give you a perfect fit. If your toupee is ill fitting, it will be difficult to apply and will not stay on your head.
- Apply the toupee in a well-lit area using a mirror that is large enough for you to see clearly. Place adhesive or double-sided tape underneath your toupee at the base. Apply the tape or glue as close to the outer edge as possible. Carefully place the toupee onto your head, adjusting it into place. Apply pressure until it is secure.
- Style the toupee the same as your own hair, making sure to blend it to your natural hair. Use a wig comb or brush, spray conditioner or styling gels to help you with styling. Once your toupee is secured and styled, you are all set.
- Maintain the life of your hairpiece by washing it regularly. If the texture is synthetic, wash in a basin of cool water mixed with wig shampoo and if human, use lukewarm water. When not wearing your toupee, keep it on a wig head, out of the way of direct sunlight or excessive heat.