A sanctuary for renewal, confidence, and connection, welcome to your home for alternative hair solutions. Nestled inside Willow & Birch Salon in Downtown Springfield, Illinois, The Nest offers compassionate, personalized solutions for all types of hair loss.

Woman getting her topper styled after a custom cut and blend.

What to expect in the Nest...

Whether you’re experiencing hair loss from medical treatments, alopecia, hormonal changes or other causes, The Nest offers a variety of services to help you feel confident and supported...

  • Personalized consultations
  • Wig and topper fittings
  • Custom coloring and cutting
  • Scalp and hair rejuvenation treatments
  • Education and styling support
  • Maintenance and repair services

Experience & Expertise

The Alternative Hair Team in The Nest is comprised the most exceptional stylists of Willow & Birch, with over 75 combined years of experience in hairdressing as licensed cosmetologists. This team truly knows hair and brings their eye for style to the world of wigs and toppers, bridging the gap between alternative and biological hair.

woman extremely happy and confident after receiving her human hair topper to give her fullness around the face and throughout her hair style.

Toppers

From beginning to progressive stages, we have topper options of all kinds to give you the desired coverage and style you are looking for! We have a wide range of items in stock that you can take with you the day of your consultation or we do custom orders as well.

custom human hair wig that has ben cut and styled to look extremely natural and flattering

Wigs

From short, cropped styles to the long locks you have been dreaming of, we have every option when it comes to wigs! We have a vast selection in stock with multiple cap and fiber options avaialable. We also can custom order anything you can dream up!

Jon Renau care products as we only use the best products for all hair, including alternative hair.

At Home Care

We have everything you need to properly care for your alternative hair pieces at home, no matter the fiber. Our experts will educate on proper care techniques and steps, ensuring you’re set up for success!

Calecim Hair Serum hair growth system uses stem cell technology in the active ingredient, PTT-6 to reduce inflammation in the scalp, improve the quality of existing hair and wake up sleeping follicles to promote new hair growth.

Hair Growth Support

The Calecim Advanced Haircare System is a 6-week hair restoration program that contains PTT-6® that stimulates hair growth by activating the hair follicles, and managing signs of inflammation and increasing the density of existing hair. It contains over 3,000 growth factors, cytokines and exosomes which signal the cells to regenerate.

the interior of the nest, where there are wigs and toppers on display to take with you day of. also in stock hair extensions.

Ready to take the next step?

Our goal is to make your journey simple, comfortable, and empowering. We are here for you every step of the way! Schedule your complementary consultation by following the link below and selecting the "Alternative Hair Solutions" category. We look forward to connecting and assisting you in your alternative hair journey!

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