Do you wear wigs or hair toppers, and don’t know what to do with the old ones? Do you just throw them away and buy new ones to replace them? If yes, you are wasting a chance to benefit from your old hair topper (even monetarily). Believe it or not, there are several ways in which old hair toppers for women can be used (some ways more strange than others). Maximize your hair topper’s use and benefit as much as possible by trying out some uses we explore in this article. 

How To Make The Most Out Of Old Hair Toppers 

If you are tired of throwing your old hair toppers in the bin, or have a bunch of them that you are about to throw out, but are having second thoughts about it, consider some alternative uses. Whether you use them for a good cause or to make some profits, there are several things that old toppers can be used for. Here we will shortlist some of them, which are doable and not so strange. 

Refresh and Sell 

Do you know how old gadgets are refurbished a little and sold on the market? Like that, you can also refurbish or refresh an old hair topper and sell it to anyone interested. While the open market might not be the place for it, a garage sale, or an online sale platform like eBay or Facebook Marketplace, is easily doable. If you know someone looking for second-hand, cheaper pieces, this is a great option to make some profit. As for refurbishing, start with washing and cleaning the hairpiece. Then look for any damage that can be fixed and modify it to its best possible condition. List on possible platforms, and you are ready to go. 

Sell Or Donate To Cosmetology Schools/ Students 

Cosmetology schools always look for hair pieces to practice styling, cutting, coloring, and more. Getting toppers at cheaper than market prices or donated can be very helpful to such institutions. Alternatively, if you know someone who is a cosmetology student looking to practice their skills, you can offer your old pieces to them for a lower price or simply as a good gesture. This way, instead of going in the trash and contributing to the landfill, the hair pieces (toppers) will be helpful to someone in need, becoming a vital part of their practice kit. 

Rock That Halloween Costume 

A very creative and exciting way to use your old top? Use it for your Halloween costume. If you or anyone in your family plans to wear a character costume this Halloween, hair toppers for thinning old hair are a great accessory to complete the look. Based on the condition and type of your topper, and the character in mind, you, your kids, or grandkids can enjoy wearing the hairpiece without buying it. It can be a real help for DIY costumes, as hair toppers alone can be pretty expensive. Sometimes Halloween costume shops also sell the hairpiece separately, making the costume more expensive. 

Make It A Part Of Decor 

Is your hair topper not suitable enough to be part of a Halloween costume? Well, in that case, it can become part of the decor. Think of a wig for a scarecrow sitting on the porch, or perhaps a creepy doll that attacks visitors. They can also be modified to look like spiders or other spooky things that elevate the decor—keeping a dead body buried in your front yard to scare all passersby? The wig can become a part of their costume. How about a skeleton pair dressed in wedding attire? Well, the bride can’t be hairless, right? Human hair toppers will add the perfect spooky touch. 

Donate To Local Theatre Groups

Local theatre is often highly appreciated, but it always lacks the resources and funds to have all the elements to make its costumes and attire perfect. It usually struggles with last-minute costume adjustments. To them, old hair toppers for thinning crown can become a helpful tool, filling in the gaps and making their lives easier. Adding to their collection of wigs, toupees, and toppers can save them a lot of money and even boost their confidence, seeing help from locals. 

If there is no theater group, you can even donate it to your local church or any place that donates things to the poor to prepare them for job interviews and other opportunities. Many people struggle with appearance-related confidence, and the hair toppers can be just what they need to boost it. 

Donate For Research and Training 

If none of the uses listed above suit your preference, and you need something very low effort, simply donate the hair topper to a donation bank near you. There are many hair donation banks where your topper can be donated, such as for scientific research and training, and there is always a need for medical human hair wigs. Training and education in wig making and refinement is where some parts of the hair topper might get a new life. Scientific research may be an option if your hair topper is made up of human hair and if it meets specific criteria. Before donating to any of these, check for any prerequisites and ensure your topper aligns with them. If not, do not donate. 

Conclusion 

A hair topper for women is not a product you use for a lifetime. It is also not something you use for a while and throw away. These can serve various purposes even when they are old, including benefiting others in need, bringing you some profits, or even becoming a part of your Halloween celebrations. You can draw many potential uses from an old hair topper, so don’t toss them out.