BEAUTIFUL, LONG FLOWING NATURAL HAIR AWAITS YOU
Now you can have the finest 100% natural long, flowing styles you’ve always wanted. Hair extensions are available in a wide variety of colors and lengths. What could a little extra length or a little more volume or highlights or lowlights do for your look? What could they do for your appearance.
Whether it’s for a special occasion or to look special on every occasion, you owe it to yourself to see how great you will look with 100% natural hair extensions. And if you grow weary of your new look, don’t worry. It’s easy to reverse the procedure because the process is simplicity itself.
Unlike traditional or clip in extensions, which were often sewn into your natural hair, I use a fusion method to attach the extension to your hair at a molecular level making many of today’s hair additions are much more “hair friend”.
HAIR EXTENSION METHODS I OFFER…
Fusion Method…
Basically in the fusion method about 20 to 50 strands of human extension hair have a warm protein glue applied all around it. Using a clear plastic template to isolate the portion of natural hair from the rest of the scalp, the glued extension hair is then attached to a small portion of a client’s hair which is pulled through a hole in the template. The two lots of hair are rolled together in the fingers until a smooth protein bond is made. Then work begins on another strand. This is why it takes so long to do this tedious procedure. However problems can occur with any fusing method if it is not done on super clean hair that is free of conditioner. Hair must be clean and free of greasiness or conditioners.
Extension removal is best done in the salon where fusion remover and tools can be used to first soften then crack the glue bond.
Pre Tipped Hair Extension Strands…
Other methods are similar and use pre tipped hair extension strands. The pre tipped strands have a protein glue on the end which melts with heat. These pre tipped extension strands are bonded in much the same way with a heated hair connector tool that fuses the pre tipped glue onto a selected strand of the client’s natural hair. Some people think this method is better as being pre-measured less glue is used, so there is less to crack and chip away leaving hair better bonded.
Mini Links…
Mini links or locks are another method and are applied a bit like gimps which are used to hold beads or pearls on wire floater necklaces. The client’s own hair is pulled through the mini link with a special needle similar to a knitting machine needle. Then the extension strand is pulled through the mini link easily.
The mini link is then pressed firmly with a pliers type tool and this locks in the hair into the mini links. No glue is used, so glue damage is avoided and the links lie flat to the head. This method is often combined with braided hair extensions.
Shrinkies…
Shrinkies are applied in a similar way and are either clear plastic or dark plastic of about 1cm length.
Heat is used to tighten up the shrinkie on the hair and the extension to stop the hair escaping.They are removed by cutting up the length of the shrinkie With the Shrinkies technique, if the hair is carefully removed, it can be used again for future applications.
Interested in how it work?
The process starts with a complimentary consultation where I will discuss your options and offer recommendations based on your desired result. The hair is specially ordered for each client based on texture, color, length and individual needs. The hair can be dyed or highlighted to match or complement natural tones.
After adding the extensions to your own hair, I will cut and style it and will give you lessons and instructions on caring for your new locks.
7 Methods to Perfect Hair Extensions
Before and After
Purchasing the hair…
When purchasing the hair you desired to be attached to your hair, I suggest that you only purchase Human Remi Hair Extensions, meaning that the cuticle is aligned the same way as our natural hair. This eliminates tangling and matting.
Remi Hair is top quality and cut from one person. I will refer you to a distributor who will match up your color and texture.
Hair Extension Maintenance Tips:
1. Brush hair before washing, starting from the ends, working towards the roots, separating the root area.
2. Wash hair at least once a week using a oil and silicone free shampoo.
3. Always wash hair in an upright position, never over a basin or bath.
4. Wash hair gently with warm water and carefully squeeze out excess water. DO NOT RUB!
5. When applying conditioner, DO NOT apply onto bonds, only from mid- length to ends.
6. DO NOT use protein or silicone based conditioner as the hair will tangle.
8. Detangle hair first before drying.
9. Never leave hair wet or damp as this will shorten the life span of the bonds.
10. If the hair is longer than shoulder length, tie a loose plait or ponytail before going to bed.
11. If scalp is greasy wash hair frequently and rinse with cold water.
12. After application of extensions, DO NOT wash hair for 24 hours.
13. Shampoo and dry hair as soon as possible after swimming.
14. Make sure to keep maintenance appointment in two weeks to check extensions and replace any extensions if necessary (free replacement if necessary).
