Hair extensions are becoming more and more popular each year. Everyone dreams of hair that may grow overnight, so professional hair stylists designed this trick. The following guidelines might be helpful to easily recognize what the best hair extension method is and how to make it last as long as possible.
Hair extension installation is the procedure of achieving rapid hairstyle changes. They imply the usage of appropriate strands which are attached to hair with the help of certain techniques, altering its length, volume, and even colour.
There are a few hair extension types, and the basic division is between long-lasting and short-lived ones. Hair extension types differ from each other in terms of manner and length of installation, hair care, effects on hair and price. The hair extension cost does not just depend on the amount of hair, but also on quality.
Natural hair is of the highest quality and the most expensive. It is softer and silky, easily maintained-just like your hair. Our hair extension strands with keratin, clips, micro rings or tapes are 100 percent natural.
Synthetic hair is made from artificial fibers which make it cheap. In comparison to natural hair, synthetic hair takes it much harder to tolerate heat treatments making it easily breakable and tangled. Therefore, it is perfect for creating smaller parts such as ponytail & bang hair extensions.
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If you want your hair extension is more durable, you will have to invest more money than you anticipated beforehand. Do not regret investing money in buying top-quality products, because months after the application of hair extension, you will still have radiant and soft hair.
To Begin with, Choose the Natural Hair
The highest-quality hair is certainly natural hair which is not previously treated. Accordingly, that would point out the best results – you will have long, thick hair with no detectable hair extension traces. Apart from this, it will be much easier to dye your hair in your favourite colour.
How to Distinguish Natural Hair
It is possible to find products on the market which are claimed to be natural although they are not. There is a little trick for checking it. Although the experts unwillingly reveal it, we are bringing out the instruction manual for easy and fast origin detection of strands. In order to perform the test, you will need a few hairs. It is enough to burn them and follow the reactions. Natural hair will turn into ashes inducing an unpleasant smell during the combustion process. (If sometimes happens to you to heat-damage your hair with a hair dryer or straightener, then this smell looks familiar). Synthetic hair will just melt like a piece of plastic forming a sticky lump.
Why Are Natural Hair Extensions More Expensive Than Others
The preparation process of hair collecting and sorting prior to getting the end product ready for sale is not simple at all. It is necessary to find a person who has quality hair and has not been previously exposed to any chemical treatment. Logically, such hair is the most expensive. Procedures such as hair styling, cutting, using a variety of hair care products, colouring and packaging affect the final cost of the product. A very important link in a chain of hair extension production is the way how the hair is cut (and sorted). It is exactly the most common determinant of why two types of hair have different prices. To make your hair extensions more permanent and durable, pick up strands labelled REMY.
What is Remy Human Hair
Remy hair is sorted carefully and collected from one donor whose hair is put in a ponytail on the top of the head first, and cut off subsequently. It means all hair cuticles are aligned in a unidirectional manner. Thereby, hair is set in a natural position during hair extension placement which makes its maintenance a lot easier. Furthermore, during cuticle processing, hair retains all nutrients, making it silky and soft. This hair is more expensive ensuring the effect of a natural hairstyle.
Non-Remy hair is cheaper and collected from various sources. It might be previously chemically treated or untreated beforehand. Previously untreated Non-Remy hair implies the cuticles are also intact, however, the strands are set in the opposite direction from the hair growth which may cause hair tangling. Over time after multiple hair washes and combing, hair starts to break if not nourished and treated properly.
How to Nourish Hair Extensions
In order to maintain the natural and luster look of hair extensions, apart from quality strands, it is important to preserve and nourish them adequately. We recommend using products which are suited exclusively for this type of hair.
Like your hair, hair extensions need to be brushed. Along with regular brushing by hair extension brushes, your hair will not experience tangling, splitting, and breakage.
Hair extensions should get constant hydration to keep the strands nourished and healthy. Your hair is “live“ and nutrified from the root, however, hair extensions need further assistance. For that purpose, professionals have created special hair preparations.
Keratin Hair Extensions
The most popular method of hair extension installation is by keratin. Extensions are attached to the strand of natural hair by keratin bonds and a special hair extension device. Keratin starts melting at the joint, and due to its ability of rapid cooling, it creates a firm bond between hair and extensions. The final result is nicely extended hair.
However, this hair demands special care and maintenance, including corrections. The bond between keratin and hair may be damaged as a result of frequent heat treatments (blow drying and hair straightening), as well as using inadequate hair care products. All this can cause splitting and hair breakage, so it is important to use quality keratin tips with the assistance of an experienced professional stylist. It is just up to you to choose the extensions. This hair extension method takes a few hours, while the result itself can last up to eight months. This technique is perfect for the hair extension application of the whole hair and is not harmful due to the fact that keratin is found within the hair structure. Furthermore, damage to the natural hair may occur when removing the hair extension if it is not installed professionally.
Clip-In Hair Extensions
This is fast and a very trendy hair extension method. Strands can be easily removed and installed multiple times without causing damage to hair. The instant effect of long hair is achieved by applying tips which are considered as a real solution for hairdo transformation before an important event.
Clips are metal hairpins for hair extension application which are sewn along the entire width of the weft and bonded to your hair as an extension. The weft is made from a group of strands that are fused together over the whole width. The clip mechanism is similar to the click-clack principle, so it can be easily performed at home.
Unlike the keratin hair extension, this type of hair needs extension removal before going to bed in order to prevent hair breakage. To make hair extensions last as long as possible, avoid frequent washing, and use only the right hair extension care products. If your hair is very thin and breakable, the clips may damage it additionally. In that case, everyday wearing of the hair extension should be avoided.
Micro Ring Hair Extensions
For the application of this method, it is necessary to obtain knowledge and experience in order to avoid hair breakage and further damage. The procedure itself lasts a few hours requiring the use of special tools. Micro rings are made from aluminum or copper. They are mostly coated by silicone leaving the possibility for hair styling and the use of heat treatments. This method is not recommended for thin hair because it might be seen through the strands.
Tape-In Hair Extensions
This type of hair extension is primarily used for obtaining voluminosity and hair thickness. Tape-in hair extensions are easy to be placed in the hair and are fused with natural hairs without any damage under the condition they are not blended too close to the scalp. They are attached fast and can be used multiple times. After installation of tape-in extensions, it is necessary to fix the joint with the hair straightener heated to a maximum of 120 degrees.
This hair extension method is undetectable. Tapes are lightweight and transparent, so they may be used in the thinnest hair. To make the extensions last as long as possible, blow-drying at a hairdresser is recommended so the tapes would not be torn apart due to carelessness. However, if the tape tears apart due to inadequate blow drying or brushing, it is sufficient to do tape replacement. There is no need to purchase completely new strands.
We have described only several most common hair extension methods. Which one will be chosen by you, depends on the effect you would like to achieve. If you follow the right pieces of advice, nothing is insurmountable-nor do hair extensions have to be a nightmare.
If you have already tried these methods of fast hair extension installation, write to us about which one is the best for you.