Many stylists receive special training from various hair extension companies and become certified to perform specific methods of attachment. Why would you want to have hair extensions in the first place? Well, for starters they can be added to your own natural hair to add length, volume, and body. This is a major factor. Also, some hair extensions are removed and re-attached. Keep this in mind before making your decision, all hair extension methods have the potential to damage your hair. Before going ahead with it you must understand how the hair extensions are attached and what can go wrong.
There are two main types of hair extensions. They can be made out of synthetic fibers and are referred to as synthetic hair extensions or if they are made out of human hair they are referred to as human hair extensions.
Human hair extensions involve the attachment of human hair to your existing hair to create a more full or long look immediately. Extensions are typically applied with glue and removed with acetone which is a recipe for damage. The beauty industry recognized the demand for instant long natural looking hair and thus today’s hottest trend was born. Remember this, hair extensions must be maintained on a regular basis from every 2 weeks to several months depending on the method used
You should take the time to do a little research to determine if hair extensions are for you. Hair extensions can cost from hundreds to even thousands of dollars, so spending a few dollars to educate yourself is money well spent. When you buy your first extensions If you are unhappy about the color of the extensions, you should mention it right away-early in that attachment process. It may be easier for the stylist to change a color when the hair extensions are not attached to your head.
Whether you are getting hair extensions, regular blow-dries, color or highlights, you will need to invest time and money for the best results. As your hair grows out, some of the hair extensions will need to be removed and replaced or touched up. How often you need to go back will depend on the your type of hair and the method of attachment used. Hair extensions can be an over night change or one that lasts for many months.
