Sunday, September 18, 2011

Hair Extension Application

We all want a change of style every now and again and one of the main ways that we do this is by changing the style of our hair. The most popular way it seems of doing this recently is by having hair extensions applied. Hair extensions have blossomed enormously in popularity in the past few years and it now seems that everyone is deciding to get some but just how do you know which ones are right for you?

There are many ways in which hair extensions can be applied and most of those methods require the help of a stylist; however there are a few methods of application that can be performed by you at home.

ONLINE APPLICATION

Examples of some of the hair extensions that can be applied by you at home include bonding. The hair extension method of application in the form of bonding is the easiest method of application. The bonding glue is applied onto the weft of the extension and they are applied at the root of your hair. Although you can have your hair extensions applied via this method in a salon you are also free to do it yourself at home after purchasing the correct equipment to do so.

Other methods of application include the following:

Weaving

With this process a corn row/track is created around the head and placed close to the scalp the extensions are then sown onto the track and your own hair layers over for a natural look.

Fusion, Strand by Strand, or Pre-Tipped Hair

If you have your extensions applied in this method the process is done in a strand by strand method using small sections of hair each time. They are applied using heated adhesive sticks and glue guns, which are especially for hair extensions; the extension hair is then added directly to your own hair. The extension hair can be brought already cut, weft removed and pre tipped with adhesive, a purging tool is used to warm the adhesive and apply it to your hair. Your hair then lies over the top for a natural look.

Mini-Links

With this method of hair extension application there is no use of glue, heat or remover. The extensions are applied using small circular links. Your own hair is pulled through them in small pieces with a tool that looks like a crochet hook, the hair is then put inside the link and it is squeezed tight. When it comes to removing the extensions you need to use pinchers to open the link. One advantage that this method of application has is that the hair can be re-used. The links are very small, making them hard to see and they lie flat.

As long as hair extensions are placed in and removed correctly they will not cause damage to your hair. You also need to ensure that the hair is properly cared for and maintained, this includes being careful when brushing it.

If you are considering having hair extensions applied then it is essential that you speak to your stylist as they will be able to advice and guide you on which extensions are best for you.

Hair Extension Application

ONLINE APPLICATION

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