Hair extension services are one of the most luxurious hair services offered by saloons. Finding the best hair extensions for your hair type can be quite confusing. There are numerous brands and types of hair extensions available and each of them offer different quality, volume of hair, craftsmanship, warranties etc.
Choosing the right one for you depends on multiple factors like hair type, lifestyle, budget, etc. Saloons therefore, offer counselling services to guide and provide the best option using the latest techniques hair extensions at South Brisbane. The hair extension methods are broadly divided into two main categories with each one having various attachment methods.
- Wefted Panels- tape in, flip in, glued in, clip in and sewn in.
- Stand by strand- micro links, knotting, and bonded.
WEFT PANELS
Sew-in:
They are usually known as sew-in, weave or braided extensions. They are ideal and most preferred for coarse or thick hair. First the hair is braided to form a base for the extensions then, wefts are sewn in braids with the help of needle and thread. This technique is generally linked with ethnic hair wearers.
Hand-Tied:
The hand-tied technique is most popular for people with thick or coarse hair. This technique comprises various rows of hand tied wefts sewn to beaded attachment points that integrate cotton/string yarn.
Glue-in:
It is one of the temporary or short-term har extension technique. The glue is applied on the base of panel and is simply attached to the hair. This keeps the weft attached for few days. If desired, using oil-based solvents you may remove it.
Tape-In:
Tape in hair extension is one of the latest methods of extension offered. Polyurethane covered wefts or panels with double sided tape are available in various lengths. It is applied on either side of the wearer’s hair inserting the hair between both wefts/ panels.
Clip-in:
It is a temporary hair extension technique, in which wefts of hair are applied utilizing small pressure sensitive clips.
STRAND BY STRAND
Fusion:
Hot or cold fusion is utilized on each keratin bond. They are one of the best available options for people looking for length, volume and want little maintenance during the extensions are in. The best part of these extensions is that the people having these extensions can treat them as if they were their own hair.
Micro-Links:
They are referred as micro locks or beads which are gently placed in. These links are added to enhance length and volume. Small silicone bead is placed on the base of hair along an individual strand of extension which is attached. They require to tighten in every couple of months while the last for around four months.
Conclusion:
Some of the most utilized hair extension techniques are mentioned above. People select one according to either hair, their desired look, budget and if they are looking for long-term or short-term extension. It is recommended to take advice from professionals for better end results.
