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Most, if not all of us have been there, we go to the hairdressers and make that big decision to have our hair cut into the latest short hair trend only to wind up finding we really can€™t pull it off and wishing for our long locks to be back. Sound familiar? Well never fear there is light at the end of the hair nightmare, a light that takes the form of hair extensions.

I know what most of you are probably thinking right now, hair extensions are the biggest cause of damage to your hair; however you couldn€™t be more wrong! Yes there is a risk to your natural hair but this risk only exists if you have your extensions applied anywhere other than an experienced salon. I suggest to you ignore the horror stories that you have heard and go and talk to an experienced stylist today. In order to ensure that you get the best treatment possible it is advised that you research into a few salons before deciding which one to use as this way you will be able to find out about the history that the salon has with the application and removal of hair extensions to make sure you are in the safest of hands.

Hair extensions are the perfect solution if you are in the process of growing your natural hair out or if you want to add extra volume to your hair as well as being a good alternative if you want to add colour to your hair but you don€™t want to dye your natural hair. There are several different types of hair extensions available such as human hair or synthetic hair, which both come in an array of colours to match your natural hair. Also there are a number of different ways in which the extensions can be attached to your natural hair; the method of application that you have depends on the length of time that you want to wear your extensions for and your cash flow situation. Some of the methods of application that are available to you are clip in, weaving, sewing, braiding and gluing. These are just a few of the methods of application that exist and to make sure you get the one that is best suited to you go and speak to your stylist.

It is safe to say that all of the methods of application that are available will last up to six months as they as they are treated correctly and applied in the correct way. You also have to think about aftercare, which is another reason why it is important to get your extensions applied at a professional salon. A stylist who is trained in the application and removal of hair extensions will ensure that you receive the best quality aftercare by informing you of the best shampoos, conditioners and styling products to use on your hair extensions. They will also book you in for an aftercare appointment to make sure everything is ok with your extensions.

So if you are considering having extensions applied keep the above in mind and enjoy your long locks for the time that you have them.

Helen is the web master of Inanch, specialists in the application and removal of Hair Extensions.

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