Professional Hair Extensions in London by Amanda
Hair Extension Information
What are hair extensions?
Hair extensions are the fastest way to get hair of a desired length and an excellent method for changing your style entirely.
There are two main factors to consider when it comes to choosing hair extensions.
1. Type of hair (Synthetic or real human hair).
2. Method used to attach the hair.
Different types of hair offer various advantages such as cost, weight of hair, natural look and feel. It is important to weigh these factors when deciding which option to choose.
Even the best quality hair extensions can be spoilt if the attachment method is wrong so it is essential to have suitable hair and attach it correctly.
Should I get synthetic or real human hair extensions?
Synthetic Hair Extensions
The disadvantages are significant in terms of quality of hair - synthetic hair often look unnatural with your own hair and synthetic hair is much heavier than natural hair.
As Amanda's real human hair extensions prices are very competitive, there is little point scrimping and choosing synthetic hair extensions.
Human Hair Extensions
Real hair extensions are the more expensive choice, but the extra cost can be easily justified. Human hair provides a natural flow which synthetic hair cannot achieve.
With the correct hair type for extensions and the correct colour, the extensions will be indistinguishable from your own real hair giving hair a naturally longer and/or fuller look.
There are many different types of human hair extensions too. Amanda exclusively uses 100% highest quality A-Grade Remy human hair. This ensures that the cuticle layers are all facing in the same direction from root to end and do not tangle. The extensions blend superbly an are easy to maintain even with an active lifestyle.
Hair extension attachment methods and techniques
Many hair extension techniques require a glue or bond for attachment. These methods involve coating your own hair with a chemical or foreign substance. Some glues can be harmful for your own hair think carefully when choosing which method.
Clip in Hair Extensions
Clip in hair extensions are instant. They are fitted at home by the wearer with no need for a stylist.
Clip ins can be straightened, waved, curled or attached as they are. To attach them, your own hair is sectioned and clipped away. The extension strip is clipped into place.
Clip ins should only be used for one night. They have to be taken out at night as leaving them in may cause your own hair to matt.
Micro ring Hair Extensions
Micro rings are possibly the best method of application of hair extensions. A small metal tube is clamped over the real hair to attach extension hair. Good quality micro-rings are light weight with a silicon inner lining to prevent hair extensions from slipping.
Due to the light weight of the rings there is no damage to the roots of your existing hair. Simple removal is achieved by lightly unclamping the micro-rings allowing the extensions to fall out.
Micro-rings are a safe alternative for people with sensitive skin as solvents and adhesive removers are not needed.
Shrinkies Hair Extensions
Shrinkies are keratin protein lined thermal shrink tubing. When heat is applied to the shrinkie, the keratin fuses with the extension and natural hair creating a bond. The tubing shrinks down and protects this bond.
Shrinkies are a durable and long lasting hair extension method. Removal is simple. The bond is reheated, the extension hair and shrinkie removed and any remaining keratin residue is cleaned with an orange oil or an acetone based remover.
Hair extension care
Washing hair extensions
With real grade A Remy hair, your hair can be washed as you would normally but using a mild shampoo. You can condition your hair too, just try to avoid the roots.
Styling hair with hair extensions
Use a soft bristle brush starting at the ends of your hair and gently work upwards.
You can heat and style your hair as you would normally do, using curling tongs and hair straighteners.
Exercising with hair extensions
Wear a swimming hat when swimming or keep your hair dry. Wear your hair up or in a ponytail when exercising too.
Sleeping
Do not sleep with wet hair. Ensure it is dry before going to bed. It is recommended to gently tie your hair up to prevent tangling too.
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