Hair Topper 101 - The Different Base Types
January 22, 2019
Hair Topper 101
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Picking your first hair topper can be confusing. What’s the difference between lace, mono, silk, and skin bases? Don’t worry—we’ll break down these four different types of hair toppers, so you can choose with confidence.
1. Lace Base — Best for Sensitive Scalps & Hot Weather?
Yes!
Lace bases are made from a soft, breathable mesh. Each hair is hand-tied to the lace for a natural hairline.
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Why choose lace?
| Very breathable | lets air flow, great for summer |
| Looks invisible | blends perfectly when applied well |
| Super light | comfortable all day long |
Keep in mind:
The material is delicate — handle with care
Great for people who want a natural look and good airflow
Popular choice: 8.5” x 9” Breeze Lace Topper
2. Mono Base — Can I Part My Hair Any Way I Want?
Absolutely!
Mono bases are thin and sheer. You can part your hair left, right, or middle in the mono area — total styling freedom.
Why choose mono?
| Style it your way | change your part anytime |
| Strong and long-lasting | handles daily wear well |
| Looks real | hairs seem to grow from your scalp |
Great for:
People who like to switch up their style
Anyone wanting durability + a natural look
Popular choice: 7” x 8” Upgrade Courtney Mono Topper
3. Silk Base — Does It Look the Most Natural?
It really does!
Silk bases have three layers that hide knots completely. This creates the most realistic scalp look.
Why choose silk?
| Ultra-natural | no visible knots, just like real scalp |
| Gentle on skin | smooth and comfortable |
| Great coverage | perfect if you have thin hair |
Note:
It’s a bit thicker than other bases
Not as breathable as lace
Popular choice: 9” x 9” Savannah Silk Topper
4. Skin Base — Want Something That Looks Just Like Skin?
Yes!
Skin bases are made from thin polyurethane that looks like real skin. They offer a very natural scalp appearance
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Why choose skin?
| Ultra realistic | thin PU creates a skin-like finis |
| Lightweight | sits flat and blends well |
| Simple to wear | great for busy people |
Ideal for:
People who want the flattest, skin-like appearance
Occasional wearers
Popular choice: 7.5” x 7.5” Upgrade Aura Skin Topper
Quick Comparison
| BASE TYPE | SKIN BASE | SILK BASE | MONO BASE | LACE BASE |
| KNOTS | NO | NO | YES | YES |
| HAIR RETURN | NO | DEPENDS | YES | YES |
| DURABLE | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| BREATHABLE | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
FAQs
Q: Which base is best for first-time buyers?
A: Try a mono base first. It’s a good balance of natural look, durability, and price.
Q: My scalp gets sweaty. What should I choose?
A: Go for lace — it’s the most breathable.
Q: Which looks the most undetectable?
A: Silk base — it hides knots perfectly for a real scalp effect.
Q: Is the skin base comfortable to wear?
A: Skin base — Yes! The lightweight and flat design makes it feel almost weightless.
Final Thoughts
Choosing a human hair topper base is personal — what works for one person may not work for another. Think about your lifestyle, comfort needs, and how much time you want to spend on upkeep.
The best topper is the one that makes you feel confident and beautiful.
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Comments
Doris Linton
My hair is white and I need topper thick and about 8i inchesDon’t want real hairCould you help me? I wear my j hair in a bob, my hair is getting thin and always had thick heir
admin 2019-03-22 13:46:40 We would like to recommend you to contact UniWigs Customer Service via Email: [email protected]. My colleauge help you place the custom order. BTW you can also send them some pictures of your own hair.
Susan Meng
My first time to buy topper. I have small head. Prefer 5”x5”b bass or little small human hair. Not too much density like 110% or 120%. My bio hair is natural black and straight. I want to have 12” long. Silk one. Can you help me to choose? Thanks!
Susan Meng
Hair loss recently. Please help me to choose a fitable topper for me. I have a small head. Prefer 5”*5” base, natural black, straight human hair, 12”long. And silk base. Thanks!
admin 2019-04-12 18:29:28
Hi Susan, You can go to check up UniWigs Claire Silk Top Hair Topper, here is the product link: http://bit.ly/AB04ClaireWave
Diane
My hair is thinning on top as I take medication for my thyroid please advise which topper would be ok for me and also the price
admin 2019-04-20 12:20:36
Hi Diane, in order to recommend the right hair topper for you, we need to know your hair color, length and the base size to cover up thinning hair area. We will contact you via Email as well. Looking forward to your reply :)
Pauline Hayes
I have short hair , the crown is thin and see through. Is there a short topper to give me some volume ??
Pauline Hayes
I have short hair but thin on the crown. Is there a short topper to give me more volume please.
admin 2019-04-20 12:17:24
Hi Pauline, you can choose the hair length for most of our hair toppers. And usually we would like to recommend our customers to let their hairstylist do some trimming and styling for the topper in order to blend with their bio hair. And we will contact you via Email as well and ask for more infos from you, like hair color, base size, in order to recommend the right hair topper for you.
Christina...
I am interested.
admin 2019-04-23 09:05:32
Thanks dear and hope it's helpful.
Pamela.Wilbanks
Hi - I would like to know if you will be making the Hera topper in Monique Gray?
admin 2019-09-11 15:27:04
Dear Pamela,
Thank you for your comment.
We can customize our Hera topper into the Monique Grey for you if you are interested, but we have to say sorry that we can only customize that color in synthetic fiber.
If you would like to do the customized order, please advise me your hair length and density, we will quote the price for you.
Contact our customer service at [email protected] if you have any concern about our products.
We are happy to help.
UniWigs support
Xoxo
CJ
My hair has been falling out in the temples, Bangs & down the part line. I can't cover either a side part or middle part. I live in the desert so it's hot! I have wavy, grey hair that's down to my chin. I didn't see anything that I could find on your website. Do you have anything for me? Thank you.
admin 2020-01-09 17:00:50
Dear CJ, thank you for your comment, would you please send us a picture of your hairloss area and your hair color under natural sunlight? here is our email address : [email protected] we would love to check for you about it .
Contact us if you have any questions,
UniWigs support
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I sent pics of my hair and discription and was told they didn’t have my hair colour. I would have gone with anything as I could dye it if necessary. Wasn’t really helpful.
Nerissa.Burke
This is my first time to use a hair topper. What kind is base do you think is best? I don't know how to measure but maybe I can take picture of my hair. Can you assist me which is the right one to order? Thank you
admin 2020-12-31 23:37:21
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for your comments.
As a frist-time customer, we highly recommend you to start with our mono toppers which will easier to install and style. If you are not sure of the base dimension, please send a picture of your thinning hair area to [email protected]. Our expert will check for your and provide you a recommendation accordingly.
Feel free to let us know if you have any questions.
UniWigs support
xoxo
Patricia.Taylor
Can I color remy hair one shade darker?
Susan .Gillen
I purchased a Jayla topper and I have a few questions regarding this topper. What is the base called? A silicone? A skin base? Instead of bonding is it possible to sew clips on Jayla? I have been reaching out to Uniwig to help me!!!! I have called for several days and different times of day. No answer. No call back. Thank you for your consideration for any help with this topper I purchased! Also I purchased the Mystic wig I would like to return because it doesn’t fit properly. Sincerely Susan Gillen 253-353-5578 [email protected]
admin 2023-01-02 11:53:13
Hi Susan, Thank you for shopping with UniWigs. The base of Jayla is the Skin base, and we do not recommend sewing the clips on it. Tape or glue would be a good way to secure it. As for the return process, here is the policy for your reference:
https://www.uniwigs.com/content/2-return-policy
We are very sorry for not replying to you in time. If you have any questions, please contact us via email at <[email protected]>.
Michelle.Gar...
If I order the platinum blonde skin base can I color the roots darker without it affecting the skin base ( will the skin base be darker or stay transparent) TYIA
admin 2023-06-02 03:20:37
Hi Michelle, Glad to answer you. If you dye the root part, it's tough to avoid the base not being dyed. Some stylists have found success using Vaseline as a barrier to prevent the dye from absorbing into the base. Hope it is a good suggestion!
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