Custom Couture Toppers, Hairpieces and Wigs

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A "topper" (also called a"hairpiece") is a term that refers to a hair unit that sits on the top of the crown, to provide coverage for hair loss due to cancer, alopecia, trichotillomania, female patterned baldness or any type of hair loss or hair thinning. Toppers can be attached to a woman's own hair using clips or adhesives. Toppers allow a woman's own hair to show through and can provide a very subtle look. In this section I will explain how my toppers work, but if you know that for certain you want a wig instead, you can jump to my Custom Couture WIG page by clicking here! On my WIGS page I explain in more detail how my custom couture wigs for cancer and wigs for alopecia and other hair loss are constructed and why they look and feel so natural!

The reason most toppers in stores and online look so fake is because they are usually too bulky and dense, and therefore most women find those cheaper options to not appear natural looking and to feel heavy. What is drastically different about the toppers I design is that I use paper-thin transparent lace and a single-strand hair ventilation technique so that the topper lies flat on the head and the hair on the topper looks like it is literally growing out of the scalp. My toppers are also extraordinarily lightweight, that the clips do not pull on the client's own bio hair. My clients that have frontal fibrosing alopecia or a dramatically- far back receding hairline sometimes opt to use an easy-to- apply hair tape to attach the topper to the front skin (skin, not hair) above the forehead and clips elsewhere, while the rest of my clientele just uses clips. I don't ever permanently glue the topper to a clients' head like so many places do because that would hinder new hair growth and compromise any existing hair still there. However the clip-on aspect of my toppers is so unique because of the construction of the base that clients can sleep with the topper on, as well as swim with it on and it won't fall off! Another great feature is that because the piece lies flat on the head, you won't have to worry about someone touching your head and feeling that you are wearing something. Please come see it to believe it!

Blonde Curls
Hair Extension Stylist

It's impossible for me to talk about my line of custom human hair toppers without discussing my line of custom couture wigs for cancer (cancer wigs) and wigs for alopecia (alopecia wigs or hair loss wigs), for various reasons. First of all, the construction of my toppers and wigs is so vastly similar that for most of my clients, either option will create an extremely natural look. In fact many women come to me intending to purchase a wig and instead choose a topper, and vice versa! Similar to the toppers, my cancer wigs, alopecia wigs and hair loss wigs are remarkably lightweight – unlike anything you've ever seen before! I use transparent lace for the front so that it lays flat on the head and looks like the hair is coming out of the woman's head, and then I use this very comfortable airy porous lightweight stretchy lace in the back – all hand- tied of course! – so that the wig fits like a glove and cannot fall off – even if you dance with it on or go swimming. My clients' jaws drop when they try on my sample cancer wigs, alopecia wigs and hair loss wigs because they are amazed at the comfort and lightweight natural feel of them. And of course I need to mention that the hair I use is absolutely gorgeous. I use human hair with a beautiful fine texture that moves and flows like real hair. Clients wearing my toppers and cancer wigs, alopecia wigs and hair loss wigs can create off-the-face styles including ponytails. The hairline of all of my toppers and wigs looks like it is the real thing! The following two videos demonstrates some of the customizations clients choose; the video of the client with the grey hair line shows a wig with a higher density (thickness/volume), while the video of the client with the blonde hair illustrates a lower-density option that allows the scalp to show and create an exceptionally natural-looking appearance.

Toppers for women with Alopecia and other forms of hair loss

Hair loss can be devastating for a woman’s self image and emotional well being.  Many of my clients come to me after having undergone years of bloodwork, dietary changes and seeing numerous professionals trying to figure out why their hair is thinning or falling out. Alopecia is the medical term for excessive or abnormal hair loss. I’ve met many women who, although relieved to have an official label to assign their unexplained hair loss, feel even more frustrated after being diagnosed with some form of alopecia because of the lack of medical information and scientific research available on the topic.

Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia
Hair Extension Stylist for Alopecia
Female pattern baldness


Hair loss can also be a symptom of a short-term event such as stress, pregnancy, and the taking of certain medications. When I was pregnant my hair literally stopped shedding and appeared thicker than ever. But six months post pregnancy my hair started falling out in clumps. It’s a very scary feeling to not know when the hair will stop coming out.

For some women, hair loss becomes a life long struggle. I keep all of this in mind every time I design a custom hairpiece. My line of hairpieces and extensions are intended to provide coverage and hair volume without compromising the natural hair. Many other clip on pieces are heavy and can pull on hair at the root causing even more damage. Instead, I use micro-wefting and tiny micro-clips that are virtually weightless. Protecting my client’s natural hair is utmost priority.
Androgenetic alopecia, commonly called male or female pattern baldness, usually causes a diffuse thinning on all areas of the scalp for women. It appears to be most noticeable on the crown. Androgenic alopecia can be caused by a variety of factors tied to the actions of hormones, including, ovarian cysts, the taking of high androgen index birth control pills, pregnancy, and menopause.

Toppers for women with Trichotillomania


Trichotillomania (“trich”), also known as Hair Pulling Disorder, is characterized by the repetitive pulling out of one's own hair. I’ve been especially moved by these courageous women of all ages for reaching out and being open and honest with me about their struggles with Trichotillomania.

Hair Pulling Disorder
Trichotillomania
Vera, Kathy - Trichotillomania - Wearing Jessica Hyllarée’s Volumitress
Testimonial: Vera W. “I've struggled with trichotillomania since I was six years old, and the habit waxes and wanes with difficult life events and stress levels. After a particularly bad episode last year, I had pulled out most of the hair on the top of my head and could not go out in public without wearing a hat or scarf on my head. The hair piece that Jessica custom-made for me not only looks natural and blends seamlessly into my own hair, but also acts as a physical barrier through which I cannot pull more hair. Beyond that, though, it has given me the confidence to move forward with my life and tackle my anxiety/depression and the roots of my trich head-on. For that, I am eternally grateful to Jessica, as her work has improved my quality of life tremendously. Jessica was exceptionally understanding and considerate throughout the entire process. She goes to great lengths to maintain privacy for her clients, and thoroughly explained all my options and made sure that I was totally happy with the end product. She truly cares about her clients!! I could not have asked for a better experience.”

Toppers for women with Telogen Effluvium (trauma)

Telogen Effluvium

When your body goes through something traumatic like child birth, malnutrition, a severe infection, major surgery, or extreme stress, many of the 90 percent or so of the hair in the anagen (growing) phase or catagen (resting) phase can shift all at once into the shedding (telogen) phase. About 6 weeks to three month after the stressful event is usually when the phenomenon called telogen effluvium can begin. It is possible to lose handful of hair at time when in full-blown telogen effluvium. For most who suffer with TE complete remission is probable as long as severely stressful events can be avoided. For some women however, telogen effluvium is a mysterious chronic disorder and can persist for months or even years without any true understanding of any triggering factors or stressors.


CHEAP HAIRPIECE WITH FAKE LOOKING SCALP
CHEAP HAIRPIECE WITH
FAKE LOOKING SCALP
Jessica Hyllarée Toppers natural looking scalp
Jessica Hyllarée Toppers natural looking scalp

Private, Free Consultations with Jessica Hyllarée by appointment only.

The process begins with a private, free consultation. This initial meeting is often quite emotional for many of my clients because hair loss is something that is very difficult for a woman to accept. I ensure privacy and anonymity so that each client feels comfortable discussing such a personal topic.  I’ve learned over the years in working with over a thousand women that hair loss is so much more than vanity; rather it triggers deep emotions similar to a sense of loss of identity and femininity. This feeling of loss is often accompanied with the inevitable fears of “when will it stop falling out?” and “will it ever grow back?” Many doctors associate hair loss, especially alopecia, with stress, which causes more frustration for my clients because they then feel that the stress-induced hair loss in turn causes more stress, begging the question of “how do I stop the cycle if the hair loss causes more stress?”

For many women surgical techniques are not an option. Hair restoration and implantation can be extremely costly and painful, and many people find that they are not candidates for hair transplants because they do not have the right type of hair follicles available to be transplanted elsewhere. In fact, many of my clients come to me after undergoing some sort of hair transplant because they found that while the transplant covered a bald area, it did not provide enough coverage to look natural or enough hair growth to create the look they once had.  My custom-designed hair pieces and clip on extensions can easily restore volume and coverage exactly where it is needed, with guaranteed results and no damage to the natural hair follicle.  

During the consultation I encourage the client to try on samples. I have many samples available in different colors, textures and styles. This way I can explain what type of hairpiece or hair extension system would work best and how it would look. I consider my free consults to be completely pressure-free. I hear too many horrible stories about how hair stylists pressure clients into trying something they are unsure about or offering a discount if they decide to place a deposit on the spot. I wouldn’t want to be treated that way. So instead, after each consult, I write everything down that we discuss, including colors, texture, head measurements, hairpiece and extension options and pricing, I create a new client file from which I can work, and then I tell each client to go home and think about their options and call me when they are ready. I would never want someone to feel pressured to make a decision on the spot. I’ve learned over the years that clients really appreciate that approach. And if I were the one exploring hair loss solutions I know that I would rather enjoy a pressure-free setting in which I could learn about my options and then go home and think about how I would like to proceed.

While I try my best to keep my line of hairpieces and hair extensions affordable, it is still an investment. I use very high quality hair and customize each individual hairpiece to ensure a natural, flawless look. I stand by my commitment to provide my clients with the most superior product on the market and I guarantee satisfaction.  I would never use a system that could damage my client’s hair which is why I would never offer hair extensions services that involved glue, tape or anything adhesive that could leave my client with less hair than she started with.  I would also never compromise my integrity and use a cheaper hair quality. 

Once a client decides to place an order, I ask for a small deposit and I begin sewing! I usually need about 3-4 weeks (usually sooner if need is urgent) to complete each project. First I carefully inspect the hair bundles that I choose, based on the client’s hair color, texture, desired length and cuticle thickness. I use only the highest quality human remi virgin hair from Europe and India. I ensure that all cuticles are aligned in the same direction to prevent tangling or matting. All hairs must be smooth throughout or I do not use them. When a client picks up her custom hairpiece or custom extensions, we spend an hour practicing attachment and going over maintenance and clients are always invited in for free follow up consults if they ever have any questions.

I look forward to meeting you, hearing your story, and helping you regain your confidence.  I wear my extensions everyday and I understand how important our hair is to our self-esteem. I promise to provide you with the best customer service you have ever experienced and to design a hair solution that makes you feel beautiful.

XOXO Jessica Hyllarée
 Jessica

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