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Hi! My name is J., I live in France and I'm 37. I was diagnosed with androgenic alopecia about 6 months ago (but I've got thinning hair since at least 10 years) and here I am in the new world of toppers and wigs!

By doing some research on Instagram, I found your account, then your really helpful guide and ultimately the launching of your website (what a great idea!).

I also gathered some information on the internet but I've still got questions unanswered and I hope you can help me.

What are the real pros and cons of a silk top versus a lace top wig? Or even a full lace wig? Which one(s) do you prefer and why? 

How many times have you looked at your gorgeous wig or topper and wondered where the hair came from?

I have spent years as a stylist in this business, and a wig wearer myself trying to unearth the truth behind vendors and hair sourcing. It’s a tough nut to crack. 

One way that consumers can help change this industry is to become more aware of industry terminology and where hair comes from.

Here's some facts I've learned from my years of experience.

I’ve had a lot of people reach out to me about my integrated hair topper, meaning that it stayed on my head 24/7! I showered with it, went to the gym with it and, though I never tried, I could even swim with it! 

The best thing about my integrated system is that it helped me accept my hair loss. But there are some caveats to an integrated hair system that are important to know before committing as well.

Read on for my personal experience and the pros and cons of integrated hair toppers!

There may be slight differences in how each brand measures their wig and/or hair toppers, but here is the general way you can make sure you are getting the right fit.

What's the right answer?

Honestly (and this isn't a cop out answer), there isn't a "right" answer - many people can wear and look great in both!

In many instances, it comes down to personal preference and it may even be dependent on the occasion/weather as well!

Here are some top line differences between a wig and hair topper as well as factors to consider when choosing between the two types!

The short answer is no - you don't *need* to wear a wig cap.

However, if your wig isn't the perfect fit, or if it has any of these factors, you may consider wearing a wig cap and/or wig grip to make sure your unit stays in place.

Read more to find out!

Fit is one of the most important, if not THE most important, factor in making sure your wig looks natural on you. 

Here are some tips to make sure that your wig fits correctly on you:

One of the most common questions regarding wigs and toppers are: what is a mono base top? what is a silk base top? what are the main pros/cons I should consider between mono and silk base tops?

So let's break down the differences! 

The term, Remy or Remi, is used for human hair that has the cuticle layer intact and kept aligned in the same direction. 

It is considered a high quality grade of hair because it feels soft, silky, and does not tangle as easily compared to non-Remy hair.