Hair extensions

The stylist attaches strands of hair to your existing hair to lengthen and thicken it. The most difficult part is choosing extensions that match your hair colour and hair type, and give as natural a result as possible.

 

How are hair extensions put in? 
The stylist attaches lengths of hair 50mm from the root of your natural hair using keratin, which is invisible once it has dried and set. 

> Keratin is an insoluble protein that occurs naturally in the epidermis and in the hair. It gives hair its solidity. Did you know that your hair is capable of supporting in the region of 10 kilos?!

 

First of all, it depends on the quality of the extensions you have put in. Good quality ones can last up to 5 months. As a rule, standard extensions last 2 months.

 

How do you look after hair extensions?
It's obvious that hair with extensions needs extra care. You don't need to change your shampoo, but you should wash your hair more often (minimum 3 times a week). Don't forget to use a hair mask at least once a week. Make sure you brush your hair very regularly so that it doesn't get knotted. You'll also need to visit your stylist once a month to remove the short hairs that get caught in the keratin. 

 

Do extensions damage hair? 
Hair extensions aren't risk free. They can asphyxiate your hair natural hair like parasites. Your natural hair doesn't get as much oxygen, it can become fragile and damaged. When the extensions are taken out you can be left with a mess.

Tip: Ask for just a few extensions to enhance your hair, rather than extensions throughout the whole of your hair. 

 

A single extension costs around £5. You can expect to pay upwards of £50, and more for length (rather than texture or highlights). Don't forget to check whether removal is included in the price as well.