If wearing a wig isn’t for you, hair extensions offer yet another alternative for lengthening and thickening hair. Hair extensions not only can give you longer, more beautiful hair, but some research shows that certain methods of hair extensions actually may improve the condition of your natural hair, allowing it to grow longer and healthier.
There is some evidence that hair extensions can protect over-processed and damaged hair. However, most stylists seem to agree that in order to prevent serious damage to your own natural hair, the method you choose to attach hair extensions must be the right method for your hair type, or else you may not like the results.
Although there are many different types of hair extensions on the market, individual strands and wefts are the two primary application methods.
Individual strand extensions involve taking 20-50 strands of extension hair and attaching them to your own hair. Whether hair extensions are heat fused or chemically bonded using, glue, waxes or polymers depends on whether natural or synthetic hairpieces are used.
This method usually lasts for only a few months before the hair extensions need to be taken out and completely re-done. The main problem is taking out the hair extensions without damaging your own hair.
Still many women choose to use hair extensions to add length, fullness, or color to their own natural hair. And it certainly is the quickest way to get long hair. Another advantage of hair extension methods is that it can transform thinning hair almost instantly. There also is a growing market for methods, which have been developed specifically for hair thinning and alopecia patients.
Natural hair extensions work the best because it can be treated like your own hair. Another major advantage of using strands of natural hair is that it is the most durable and looks the most natural. Most people will not be able to tell that you have hair extensions.
Synthetic hair extensions may be cheaper, but it will never perfectly match your own hair. You also have to be careful when blow-drying, as this type of hair can frizz easily. But for the woman who wants a different look for a special occasion without going to great expense, this may be a good choice. Another major advantage is that no chemicals are used when applying to your hair decreasing the chances for damage.
Do not use dye on your hair or use a permanent on your hair when you have hair extensions. If you want to change the style or color of your hair while wearing hair extensions, you will need to schedule an appointment with your beautician. They will take the proper steps in order to prevent damage to your hair extensions.
Hair extensions provide a great way to add length and volume to your hair for several weeks or months at a time. Your beautician will probably want to schedule an appointment with you ever six weeks or so while you are wearing the hair extensions. Keep all appointments and follow all care instructions for your hair extensions to increase the life or your hair extensions. |
