Investing in a high-quality Frankie topper or wig comes with easy-to-follow tips to ensure a longer lifespan. Your hairpiece will include a care card with instructions on proper maintenance.

The frequency of shampooing your hairpiece depends on how often you wear it. If you lead an active lifestyle, you may need to shampoo it more frequently. Similarly, if you have fine or oily hair, the oils can transfer to the hairpiece, necessitating more regular cleaning. Before washing, ensure all clips are closed, and begin by thoroughly brushing out any knots or tangles using a paddle brush, working upwards.

Fill your sink with tepid water, and create a lather using salon-quality, sulfate and paraben free shampoo. Grasping the silk top to minimise tangling, dip your piece in and out of the water and give it an occasional swirl. Rinse thoroughly in tepid water, then apply a moisturising, salon-quality conditioner directly onto your hands and gently distribute through the hair piece. Take care to avoid the silk top as it can cause the hand-tied knots to dislodge. Rinse thoroughly.  Please note that it is normal for some hair fall during this period.

Blonde pieces need extra care. We recommend leaving the conditioner on for a longer period and ensure you use a monthly hair treatment mask.  You can also use a violet shampoo to minimise any brassy or yellow tones.  

Word of caution: do not apply violet shampoo directly onto the hair piece as this will create patchiness and staining, particularly on the silk top.

To dry, gently blot away excess water with a towel. Then, place it on an absorbent towel and let it air dry overnight.

It's important to note that excessive washing can accelerate oxidation and decrease the overall lifespan of your hairpiece. We recommend not washing it more than once per month to maintain its longevity.

If you've purchased a lace front piece, exercise extra caution to avoid any rips or tears while shampooing and conditioning.

Coats or scarves can make your topper or wig more susceptible to tangling. To prevent this, we recommend using a leave-in treatment and brushing the hair more frequently.

While heat tools can be applied to your Frankie topper or wig, it's crucial to avoid excessively high temperatures. Using high heat can lead to dryness, making the hair more prone to frizziness, tangling, and reduced longevity.

Always use a salon-grade heat protectant before applying any heat to your hairpiece.

Make sure to brush the piece from bottom to top to eliminate any tangles. If it's a topper, close all clips and place it on a mannequin head. For wigs, ensure that the mannequin head has a smaller circumference than your wig to avoid stretching.

Ideally, cover your alternate hair to prevent it from accumulating dust. Store your human hair piece away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.

Density, in simple terms, is about how much hair is in a wig or topper cap, determining its fullness. Think of it like this: a 150% density wig looks fuller than a 130% one. Now, the catch is, there's no universal density standard for hairpieces; each company does its own thing. Frankie goes for a 130% density, keeping the topper lightweight. Wigs naturally have a higher density due to cap construction, but we make sure they still look natural.

Why 130%? After lots of testing, it's the right balance – not too heavy, no slipping or hair pulling, and just enough coverage without looking fake.

If we go for less hair than what we've chosen, the lace and silk underneath will become visible, and we definitely want to avoid that!

And hey, if you fancy a different density, reach out for a custom order. We've got your back!

Frankie recommends purchasing a few essential pieces of equipment to help you look after your hair piece. These are:

Salon quality shampoo, conditioner and a treatment mask. Our toppers and wigs love the Pure hair care range. It provides ultra soft hair care therapy, it's organic, sulphate and paraben free. Best of all it's manufactured here in Australia.

Grab a mannequin head for storing and styling your piece. Just a quick reminder, if it's a wig, opt for one with a slightly smaller circumference to avoid any stretching.

A suction clamp that secures onto a flat surface and connects to the mannequin head. This makes styling a breeze!

A collapsible plastic wig stand for travelling. 

Stainless steel T-pins to attach your human hair piece to the mannequin head for styling.

Alligator clips for sectioning the hair when styling.

Paddle brush, wide tooth comb, spray bottle and a rat tail comb for getting that part just on par!