The next time you envy your favourite female celebrity because of her flaunt-worthy, voluminous locks, consider the idea that maybe all of it is not her own!
Yes, hair extensions are a hot trend and why not… they temporarily provide you with that one thing that God hasn’t been generous enough with. If you’ve been considering the idea for quite a long time now, but are pretty clueless about the details of the treatment, here we are with all that you need to know before using hair extensions for the first time. We tell you the difference between the various methods of hair extension application and also spell out the pros and cons of each one.
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Clip-In
As the name suggests, these hair extensions are attached to your natural hair with the help of clips. They range from 1 clip with 2 inches of hair to 4 clips with 8 inches of hair.
Pros:
You don’t need to visit the salon for this one as it can be easily applied at home.
Clip-in hair extensions come with a relatively lower price tag.
These are the best bet for daily wear or a special evening. Just unclip them easily when you’re done!
Being temporary in nature, they pose very less risk of hair damage.
Cons:
Since it’s cheaper, it may come across as fake hair if looked closely.
If left for a long time, the clips can damage hair.
It can be embarrassing if a clip slips away in a public place.
A number of hairdos are not possible with such hair extensions since the clips may show.
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Weaving
In this method, a tight and thin horizontal braid is created on the scalp. Then, a needle is used to sew the hair weft to the braid. Since the process resembles weaving, hence the name.
Pros:
Since the hair weft is sewn to the braid, the hold is strong.
Since no chemicals or glue is used, the risk of hair damage is quite low.
The usage of hair extensions through the process of weaving looks fairly natural.
Cons
When hair is braided too tightly for long periods of time, there is a great chance of hair fall, headache, and hair damage.
Women with limp hair may face an issue due the added weight of hair wefts that have been weaved in.
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Tape In
As the name suggests, small wefts of hair are taped in between your natural hair strands.
Pros
If done properly, taped-in hair extensions can last for anytime between 6 and 12 weeks.
Such extensions are easy to maintain and can be styled just like natural hair.
The application time is quite less when compared to other techniques of applying extensions.
Cons
The adhesive strip of the fake hair wefts can show through your natural hair, especially if you have really thin locks.
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Micro-Loop
In this technique, hair wefts are attached to your natural hair with the help of little loops or rings at one end of the fake strands. A natural hair strand is pulled through the loop and then compressed.
Pros
When compared to a number of other options, this one is relatively pain-free.
A one-time application can last up to a good one year.
Cons:
The loops can start slipping down the hair shafts after a reasonable period of wear, hence they require frequent attention.
The application of heat on the metal micro-links can cause breakage, especially for women whose natural tresses are more prone to hair fall.
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Fusion
In this technique, the artificial hair shafts are bonded with your natural hair strands with the help of glue.
Pros
This is one of the most permanent and authentic-looking methods of hair extensions.
Pre-bonded hair extensions can be pretty much treated in the same way as natural locks.
The quality of hair used is the best when compared to other similar techniques.
Cons:
There is a high risk of damage, due to the use of glue and heat so close to the scalp.
The procedure is quite painful.
This is one of the most expensive methods of applying hair extensions.
It usually requires more than 4 hours for completing the process.
While hair extensions give you the liberty to play with your look, they can also drastically damage your hair if gone wrong. Ensure that you make the right choice and consult your trusted stylist for a better opinion.
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