Start Here: Wigs or Hair Toppers?
Wigs
New to wigs? Learn how to choose the right fiber, cap construction, size and style for full, natural-looking coverage.
Hair Toppers
Thinning at the part or crown? Learn how hair toppers add volume and coverage, and how to find the right base size and fit.
Strands of Knowledge: The Wig & Hair Loss Learning Center
Strands of Knowledge is Wig Studio 1's free learning center for wigs, hair toppers and hair loss. Our team helps women and men find the right alternative hair every day, and these guides share what we have learned, from choosing your first wig or topper to caring for it at home.
Start Here
New to alternative hair? Begin with these.
- All About Wigs
- All About Hair Toppers
- Do I Need a Wig or a Topper?
- Wig Words Made Simple: A–Z Glossary
- Book a Free Virtual Consultation
Understanding Hair Loss
Guidance and support for medical and everyday hair loss.
- Coping With Hair Loss: The Emotional Side
- Hair Loss During Cancer Treatment: A Guide to Wigs and Support
- Free Wigs for Cancer Patients: How to Get One
- Trichotillomania: What It Is and How to Move Forward
- Paying for Wigs With HSA or FSA Funds
- Does Wearing a Wig Damage Your Own Hair?
Choosing a Wig
Fiber, cap construction, fit and color, explained.
- How to Choose the Right Wig: A Complete Guide
- How to Choose Your Wig Color: A Complete Guide
- How to Make a Wig Look Natural: A Complete Guide
- Synthetic vs. Human Hair Wigs: Which Is Right for You?
- Lace Front Wigs: The Complete Guide
- Wig Sizing and Fit Guide: How to Measure Your Head
- How to Choose a Wig Retailer: Where to Buy Wigs With Confidence
- Going Gray With Wigs: How to Choose Your Silver
- How Much Does a Good Quality Human Hair Wig Cost?
- Wig Cap Designs Explained
Hair Toppers
Coverage for thinning at the part or crown.
- Starting Your Hair Topper Journey
- How to Measure for a Hair Topper
- Hair Topper vs. Wig: Which Is Best for You?
- The Best Hair Toppers for a Thinning Crown
Wig Care and Styling
Keep your wig or topper looking its best.
- How to Wash a Wig: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Heat Friendly Wigs Explained
- How to Make Your Wig Last Longer
- How to Revive a Frizzy or Damaged Wig
- Synthetic Wig Do's and Don'ts
- Synthetic Wig Care Guide
- Heat Friendly Wig Care Guide
- Human Hair Wig Care Guide
- How to Steam a Heat Friendly Wig
- How to Put On a Lace Front Wig
- How to Store Your Wigs
Living With Wigs
Everyday tips for comfort and confidence.
- Wigs for Beginners: What to Know Before Your First Wig
- Common Wig Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Wig Caps and Liners: Do You Need One?
- What to Say When Someone Asks About Your Wig
- The Wig Starter Pack: 9 Essentials
- Swimming With a Wig
- Wearing Wigs at the Airport
Real Stories
Hair loss journeys shared by our customers.
- Lee: A Lifetime of Confidence, Resilience and Wigs
- Jeannine: Finding Herself Again
- Carol's Journey: Confidence Beyond Hair
- Read all Real Hair Loss Stories
Brand and Color Guides
Find your shade and learn what makes each brand different.
- Wig Color Charts for All 22 Brands
- Jon Renau Colors Explained
- The Ultimate Guide to Jon Renau Blondes
- Amore Human Hair Colors Guide
- Mane Attraction Color FAQs
- Envy Hair Blends Explained
Still Have Questions?
Our team offers free virtual consultations to help you choose a style, fiber, size and color with confidence. Book your consultation.
