Top 5 Tips to Make Your Hair Piece Last Longer!
Getting a semi-permanent hairpiece isn’t just a physical transformation—it’s a significant investment that can boost confidence, restore a more youthful look, and bring back a full, natural-looking hairline.
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Like any investment, proper care and maintenance are essential to ensure your hair system lasts as long as possible.
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Below are our top five tips to help extend the life of your hairpiece.
Tip 1: Get a decent density!​​​
There are many talented hair replacement artists on TikTok, YouTube, and other social platforms showcasing impressive client transformations. However, many of these systems are fitted at 100% density or less, which often means they only last one to three months and are essentially disposable.
At Replique in Brisbane and Sydney, we typically recommend a density of 120% to 130%. This provides a natural appearance while offering greater durability and longevity. Keep in mind that each time you wash your hair or run your fingers through it, there’s a chance a strand may shed—so the more hair in the system, the longer it’s likely to last.
Tip 2: Less Is More!
While it can be tempting to comb and restyle your hair every time you pass a mirror—especially after years of avoiding reflections due to hair loss—we recommend limiting combing to once a day. Styling your hair patch in the morning is usually sufficient and helps reduce unnecessary tension on the knots where the hair is secured to the base.
Tip 3: A Drop of Shampoo but Lots of Conditioner!
Shampoo can be quite harsh on hair—whether it’s extensions, hairpieces, beards, or natural hair. We often see hair systems damaged by clients who believe they’re doing the right thing by shampooing three times a week.
Unlike natural hair, which produces oils and can accumulate dirt, a hairpiece doesn’t need frequent shampooing. The main goal is simply to rinse away styling products. For this reason, we advise clients to plan for one to two Replique Second Skin hair systems per year. Those who achieve the longest lifespan typically wash their hairpiece with conditioner once a week and use shampoo only once every two weeks, applying just a very small amount.
Tip 4: Low Maintenance Haircuts!
At Replique, we offer four different haircut options, ranging from long to short. Most clients who visit our Sydney and Brisbane studios for hair loss solutions have been dealing with hair thinning or loss for several years and often rely on hats to cover it, which means they’re not always confident or experienced with styling.
We’ve found that both the long and short haircuts require the most maintenance. Longer styles look incredible but demand extra care to prevent knots and tangling. Short styles are very popular, but removing too much length can reduce the natural weight that helps a hair system sit and part more realistically.
By far, our most popular option is the medium haircut. It offers the best balance of natural appearance and ease of maintenance. Many of our Indian clients, especially in the second half of the year, choose Replique before returning to India for their weddings. While they may initially want a very short or long style, we almost always recommend the medium cut, as it’s low maintenance and allows them to focus on their special occasion rather than worrying about their hair.
Tip 5: Nourish, Nourish, Nourish
Replique offers its own range of hair care products, including Argan Oil and a Leave-In Conditioner (also known as a detangler). Both are formulated to nourish and soften the hair, and we recommend following an AM/PM routine: use the leave-in conditioner in the morning when styling your hair, and apply the argan oil at night before bed.
Argan oil is particularly effective for maintaining softness in a hairpiece. Many clients experience knotting while sleeping, and applying argan oil in the evening helps lubricate the hair, reducing tangles and making it easier to style the next morning.
Hair systems have come a long way from traditional toupees, but there’s still a wide variation in hair quality across suppliers. Replique hairpieces are handcrafted using premium Remy hair; however, the true factor in how long a hairpiece lasts is how well it’s cared for at home. Following these guidelines will help ensure you get the maximum lifespan and best performance from your hair system.
