Toppik Review

Used as a concealer, Toppik is not a product that stimulates hair growth or prevents further hair loss.  Rather, its fibrous ingredients cling to existing hair, making it look thicker.  Cans of Toppik come in different colors to match most existing hair colors.

When used properly, Toppik should provide all day coverage, even during windy days.  Most users have reported that wind does not seem to blow the clinging particles away.  The fibrous particles cling and blend into existing hair to give it a fuller, thicker look.

Toppik comes in two forms.  One is the original powder can, which is simply ”shaken” onto the scalp and hair like a salt shaker.  More recently, the makers of Toppik have introduced a spray model, which is not an aerosol spray, but rather an atomizer that attaches to the canned product.  Each application is ”puffed” onto the scalp with a simple squeeze of the bulb.  By using the atomizer application method, users are able to better target thinning hair areas.

Benefits of Toppik

Users of Toppik can experience thicker hair without the use of drugs, herbal supplements, topical creams, gels, or shampoo treatments.  The fibers in Toppik attach to existing hair, and with eight different colors, the product blends well to make thicker hair look natural.

Once applied, Toppik stays in the hair all day and does not disappear with wind or sweat.  It easily washes out with normal shampoo.

Method of Treatment

Toppik can be applied by simply tapping a can above the area of thinning hair and allowing the fibers to fall directly onto the hair and scalp.  However, with the atomizer applicator, users find it is much easier to apply the product directly onto thinning spots.

Users typically hold the can 3 to 6 inches from the thinning area and shake or spray until the thinning hair is concealed.  Some fibers may land on particularly bald spots, such as the front hairline, and look unnatural.  By simply using a moist towel or rag, the small amounts can be removed.

Toppik also has available bristle comb, which can aid in the application of the product on the hairline.

Costs of Toppik

The cost for a typical can of Toppik is about $20, which is sufficient for a one-month supply.

Side Effects

Side effects of Toppik are minimal, as it is a washable, fibrous material that clings directly onto existing hair.