Hair fibers are a popular way to camouflage rapid hair loss or bald spots. There are many different brands on the market, so it is easy to be unable to see the wood for the trees. What is the difference between all these brands of hair fibers, and which is the best choice for you?
Hair fibers are a popular way to camouflage rapid hair loss or bald spots. There are many different brands on the market, so it is easy to be unable to see the wood for the trees. What is the difference between all these brands of hair fibers, and which is the best choice for you?
The effectiveness of hair fibers lies in their innovative technology, which uses the principle of electrostatic attraction. Toppik Hair Fibers, for example, are crafted from natural keratin protein that carries a strong static charge. This allows the fibers to cling securely to your existing hair, creating a natural, thicker appearance that lasts all day. The keratin used in Toppik Hair Fibers closely matches the keratin found in human hair, ensuring a realistic and undetectable finish. In contrast, some other products on the market may use lower-grade keratin or synthetic materials, which can result in a less convincing look and weaker hold. Choosing a high-quality product ensures your hair fibers stay in place and look natural, giving you confidence in your appearance.
The protein keratin forms the basis of many hair fibers. This is the same substance found in natural hair. The fibers look like powder, but under the microscope they are tiny, thin fibers. These fibers attach themselves to the hair present through static electricity, making even the thinnest hair appear fuller and thicker. This gives an overall fuller appearance to your cut and reduces the visibility of thinner spots. Hairgivers has several brands in its range. These are: Keratain, Beaver and Toppik.
It is important to note that, although hair fibres are considered a solution to hair loss, they do not block DHT or stimulate hair growth. This means that they will not actually make hair thicker or stop it from falling out. Using hair fibers can only provide a temporary solution to make hair appear thicker, similar to how makeup conceals blemishes.
Keratain, Beaver and Toppik are all brands that produce hair fibers. Although all three brands are basically the same, there are some differences. Below are some differences between the brands:
In short, while the basic function of all four brands is the same, the ingredients, colour range, price, packaging and additional products may differ. It's up to you to decide which brand best suits your needs and budget.
Keratain is a brand that has a different approach than most brands when it comes to fixing the hair fibers in place. Normal hair building fibers stick to your natural hair by themselves, but if you want to be certain they stay in place in tough conditions, then most brands use a fixing spray. Keratain has a specially developed hair thickening pomade that is as a styling gel that doubles as a way to fix your fibers in place. First style your hair with the pomade, then use the hair fibers for the desired result of thicker hair.
| Beaver | Toppik | Keratain | Nanogen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sizes | 12, 28 gr | 12, 27.5 gr | 25 gr | 15, 30 gr |
| Colours | 9 colours | 4 colours | 7 colours | 10 colours |
| Price single pack | €15.95 (12 gr) | €29.90 (12 gr) | €29.95 (25 gr) | €22.45 (15 gr) |
| Price per gram | €1.07 | €2.50 | €1.20 | €1.50 |
| Vegan/Vegetarian | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Country of origin | China | United States | Netherlands | United Kingdom |
It might be intimidating to start applying hair fibers. You might have questions about how best to approach this. No worries, here we explain the best way to apply hair fibers.
Firstly, it is not difficult. Hair fibers attach to the hair by static electricity. This makes the fibers stick automatically. Furthermore, the hair fibers are easy to apply by holding the can upside down near the place you want to apply it and then shaking it lightly. Within seconds, thousands of tiny hair fibers mix with your own hair. When the hair fibers are lightly sprinkled over the hair, the fibers adhere to the hair present. After application, distribute the fibers by lightly patting the hair with your fingertips.
Hair fibers, like styling products, remain in your hair all day after application. They can be washed out with water and shampoo. Hair fibers adhere well to your hair by themselves. For even better adhesion, use the fixing spray. This also makes the fibers more resistant to wind and rain.
For more precise distribution, there are accessories that make application easier. All three brands have a handy applicator and optimiser that respectively make distributing the hair fibers easier and create a natural hairline more easily.
Hair fibers look like powder, but under the microscope, it can be seen that they are small thin fibers. These fibers attach themselves like little magnets to your existing hair by means of static electricity. This changes even the thinnest hair into a fuller, thicker bush.
Yes, hair fibers work for every hair type. However, they will not work for a bald head or areas that are too thin, as hair fibers do need some hair to adhere to.
Hair fibers stay in place until you wash your hair. Although they may shift slightly, small adjustments can be easily updated. If you want to fix the fibers even better, you can use the Keratain thickening pomade. This pomade will fix your hair fibers and style your hair at the same time. If you don't want to use a styling product, you can also use a hair fibre fixing spray.
The combination of gel and hair fibers is possible, but keep in mind that the result may be less beautiful. This is because the hair fibers stick to the hair when applied. If the gel sticks the hair together, there are fewer hairs for the fibers to adhere to.
For best results, we recommend using only fixing hairspray. The spray secures the hair fibers to the hair, without wiping them away during application. In addition, the spray will fixate the hair, keeping it in place. The fixing sprays in our range also contain ingredients to care for the hair and hair fibers.
The brand Keratain has a specially developed pomade that functions as a styling gel and a way of fixing your hair fibers in place.
In light rain, hair fibers stay firmly in place. However, it is not recommended to go outside with hair fibers in heavy rain. If you want to protect the fibers from wind and weather, you can use a fixing spray or pomade. With pomade, you fix your hair fibers in place and style your hair at the same time. If you don't want to use a styling product, you can also use a hair fibre fixing spray.
Hair fibers are often used in the bathroom. The advice is to do this when the bathroom is no longer damp from showering. This is because they are sensitive to moisture, which can cause them to clump.
We also recommend that you keep the fibre container tightly closed and dry, preferably outside the bathroom or in a closed cabinet. The can can be sealed tightly, but in the long run, some moisture can always get into it.
