When you decide to buy a toupee, one of the first questions you may have is what is your size of hairpiece. Today I’ll show you how to measure your scalp for a hair replacement when ordering a hair system. So you can manage this at home first. Hair replacements come in a variety of sizes, and everyone’s bald areas are different. Therefore, knowing the measurements of your balding area is essential.
Before starting, you need to prepare some necessary items.
What You’ll Need
- A mirror
- A flexible measuring tape
- A marker
And then you are supposed to assess the areas where you’ve experienced the most hair loss and determine where you want the most significant amount of hair to be placed.
The most crucial step is to take multiple measurements to ensure your results are as accurate as possible .OK, Let’s start.
Steps to Measure Your Scalp
Mark your hairline
Start by identifying where your front hairline begins.
- Place three or four fingers on your forehead, just above your eyebrows.
- The point above your topmost finger is where your hairline should start.
- Use a marker to make a small dot at this point as a guide.
Measure front to back
Once you know where the front of your hairline begins, you can mark the point at the back of your head where thinning begins. Position the end of your tape measure at the back of your head and extend it forward to the mark you made on your forehead. This measurement represents the length of your balding area.
Measure side to side
For those with receding hairlines, it’s crucial to ensure full coverage across the front. So you can take your measuring tape from side to side to get the longest possible measurement. This is important because if the measurement exceeds your desired coverage area, the base of the toupee can always be trimmed to fit perfectly.
Now you have accurate dimensions of your balding area. You can order a toupee.
For stock hairpieces for men, the regular size of the inventory is 8*10 inches, and the common ones are 6*8, 7* 9,6 * 9,7 *10.
For customized hairpieces, you need to provide the accurate dimensions in order to make the most suitable hair replacement for you.
Final Note
Accurately measuring your balding area is essential for achieving a perfect fit and minimizing the need for future adjustments. Whether you opt for a stock toupee or a custom-made hair replacement system, providing precise dimensions ensures the best possible results. A well-fitted toupee not only enhances your appearance but also boosts your confidence.