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Permanent Hair Extensions
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PERMANENT EXTENSIONS
Permanent Hair Extensions
When you're looking for a way to refresh your appearance, play with a new hairstyle, or simply bring increased length and volume to your hair while allowing for easy daily styling, permanent hair extensions are definitely the way to go!
What are Permanent Hair Extensions?
Permanent hair extensions are strands of 100% human or synthetic hair that are applied to your own hair to add length and thickness to your hairstyle. There are many different types of hair extensions on the market and the one that's best for your hair can vary depending on the look you want and the amount of time you can devote to care and maintenance of your hair.
Human or Synthetic Hair: Is there a Difference?
There is a big difference between extensions made from human hair and those made from synthetic hair.
Natural Hair Extensions
Most stylists will recommend applying human hair extensions because they offer versatility, reliability, and a natural looking appearance that clients want from wearing permanent hair extensions.
Human hair extensions look, feel, and react like your own hair because they are made from real natural hair to blend seamlessly with the existing hair on the scalp. You can cut, style, and heat style natural hair extensions as you would your own natural hair and no one will be able to tell the difference. Extensions made from human hair are also more resilient and last longer than synthetic alternatives.
How Long Do Permanent Hair Extensions Last?
When properly cared for and maintained, permanent hair extensions can last anywhere from four to eighteen months. Some types of permanent hair extensions may last longer than others based on several factors:
Wearing Quality Hair Extensions
You're likely familiar with the old adage: "You get what you pay for." Perhaps you've even experienced it first-hand. Cheap products made cheaply don't last very long. The same goes for your hair extensions.
Real human hair extensions are longer-lasting and higher quality than synthetic. But purchasing natural hair extensions don't automatically equal quality. Some human hair extension products are better than others. So how can you tell a quality extension from a cheaply-made extension?
How to recognize High-Quality Hair Extensions
One of the best methods to determine a quality hair extension product is by feeling the hair.
Run your fingers through the hair extensions. If the strands are smooth and silky and they don't tangle or come loose in your hand, basically if they react and feel like healthy natural human hair, your permanent hair extensions are made from top quality human hair.
But if you notice the hair starts to shed or becomes easily tangled when lightly combing through the strands with your fingers, these extensions will not last long and they certainly won't blend seamlessly with your natural hair.
How Often You Wear Your Extensions
Another factor that plays a role in how long your extensions may last is how often or how long you wear your extensions. While high-quality hair extensions are designed to last with multiple washes, styling processes, and the normal stress and strain that comes with an active lifestyle, long-term use does come with some level of wear and tear that could break down the extensions over time.
The hair itself can be long-lasting but the attachments used for the application process, whether that means you've chosen tape ins, clip ins, micro loop, or k tips, can be limited and may need to be replaced after a few weeks or months depending on the type of extensions you are wearing.
Hair and Scalp Health
A healthy scalp means healthy hair. Natural oil production promotes hair growth and prevents hair breakage. When you are wearing permanent hair extension products that are made from natural human hair, those oils will help preserve and maintain your hair extensions in the same way they do your own hair.
That's why hair and scalp health is so important when wearing permanent hair extensions. A clean scalp is vital for good hair health and extending the life of your extensions.
Scalp Care
For certain type of hair extensions to be installed properly, they must be applied almost directly at or against the scalp. As a result, the scalp can start to become irritated and flaky if not routinely cared for. That means regular washing and avoiding wet or damp for long periods of time.
The most common scalp issues occur due to neglect and poor maintenance, resulting in dandruff and possibly mold developing on the surface of the scalp. Blow drying the hair is not always recommended as it could cause some types of hair extension attachments to separate, this is often seen with tape in extensions or adhesive weft extensions.
Proper Care and Maintenance of Permanent Hair Extensions
Since most high-quality extension hair is natural, you should expect to care for it as you would your own real hair.
Washing Your Hair Extensions
Washing it may take some additional time and you will want to use a good leave-in conditioner to ensure voluminous hair that shines.
Be careful not to wash your hair too often as that could strip the natural oils from your hair and scalp, causing them to dry out and your natural hair to break or split.
Drying Your Hair Extensions
Drying your hair will take time and caution as well. Be careful blow drying certain types of hair extensions, and always be sure the hair is dried fully to prevent damage to the extensions and unhealthy fungal growth on the scalp.
Sleeping with Hair Extensions
Sleeping when you wear your extensions will require taking precautionary measures to avoid the strands from becoming tangled during the night.
The best way to prevent this from happening is to put your hair up in a bun or a loose-fitting braid and sleeping on a soft pillowcase made of 100% Mulberry silk. This helps reduce the effects of friction on the hair so your extensions won't come loose while you sleep and keeps you feeling cool and comfortable throughout the night. Silk is an ideal fabric for preventing dryness of the scalp which can lead to thinning hair.
When you wake up, untie your hair, and comb or brush gently.
Using Clip In Hair Extensions to Upgrade Your Look
There are plenty different choices on the market. Whether you have long hair, short hair, or fine hair or you are suffering from hair loss and want to protect hair that still remains while promoting new hair growth, there are many types to consider.
Permanent Hair Extensions vs. Semi Permanent Hair Extensions
Many of the following types of hair extensions are either permanent or semi permanent . So what's the difference? Permanent hair extensions must be applied by a professional stylist at your favorite salon. You can't expect to watch a video tutorial on how to apply permanent hair extensions and expect the results to turn as you expect.
Don't attempt to install your own permanent extensions. The results will not turn out well.
Semi permanent hair extensions, on the other hand, do not need to be installed by a professional as they are intended to be a temporary option. Both permanent and semi permanent extensions can be effective in giving you the look you want, just as long as you have realistic expectations from the type of permanent hair extensions you wish to apply.
Another thing to keep in mind is that a permanent hair extension is not meant to be worn permamently. Prolonged overuse of any hair extension can lead to damage to the hair follicles and scalp under certain conditions.
It's important that you always follow the instructions and guidelines that come with the types of permanent hair extensions you choose to wear and follow all proper care recommendations.
Tape in Hair Extensions
Tape ins are probably the best-known type of extensions on the market because of their versatility in different hairstyles and ability to provide length and volume to the hair on a semi-permanent basis.
They are applied to the strands of your natural hair using a special adhesive that has been formulated to attach to the hair follicle. When tape in extensions have been installed properly, the strands of the extensions blend seamlessly with your own natural hair.
Weft Hair Extensions
Available in a wide range of lengths, widths, and color styles, weft hair extensions are a permanent or semi-permanent option for rejuvenating your personal hair style.
These types of extensions are manufactured using a bundle of hair strands that have been sewn together attached to a thin strip of cloth. The hair is sometimes sewn by hand or machine sewn and each of these methods produces a hair extension that is best suited for different types of hair.
Weft extensions are most often used with short or medium length hair and may sometimes be attached using adhesive weft tape.
Fusion Hair Extensions
Much like how the name sounds, fusion hair extensions are intended as a permanent type of hair extension that is attached to the natural strands of your existing hair using keratin bonds to provide fuller volume and give your hair additional length.
Many clients prefer fusion hair extensions because they offer the seamless, natural-looking appearance you would expect from a professional hair extension but with the low-maintenance ease of a semi-permanent extension.
I-Tip Hair Extensions
These are another semi-permanent option which uses a bundle of hair strands that have been glued together at the tips. These bundles are then attached to the hair with the use of metal rings or microbeads.
Though not the ideal choice for anyone seeking a thicker head of hair, I Tips can provide length and volume. They are a good option for those who wish to wear hair extensions while maintaining full visibility of the scalp if necessary.
Managing Your Hair Extensions
Proper care and maintenance of your permanent hair extensions requires more than just washing and combing the hair (although both are very important!). No matter which type of extensions you decide on, the following are essential tips and tricks for getting the most out of your extensions and extending their lifespan of their functionality for as long as possible:
Recommendations for Preserving Your Hair Extensions
- Always wait 24 to 48 hours after having your extensions applied before washing or exposing your hair to harsh chemicals.
- Brush your hair before shampooing and always use a leave-in conditioner to keep the hair healthy and vibrant.
- Soft bristles are best when brushing your hair after having hair extensions applied.
- Gently brush the hair, avoid hard or fast brushing that could pull or yank on the hair and dislodge the extension by mistake.
- Always have a professional stylist apply, re-apply, or remove any hair extension. Attempting to do it yourself could cause damage to your natural hair, damage to the hair extension, and even possible injury to the follicles or scalp.
- When swimming or exercising with hair extensions, tie the hair into a bun or a braid. Be sure to release the hair after to avoid putting undue strain on the hair or the extension.
- Avoid hair products with alcohol or ethanol in their ingredients. These can dry out hair and skin and damage the adhesive tape, if used for permanent hair extension methods.
Are Permanent Hair Extensions Right for You?
We hope this guide has helped you make an informed decision about choosing the hair extensions that are best for your personal style. Wearing hair extensions to address hair loss and thinning hair or simply to give yourself a whole new look offers a wide range of possibilities.
You can wear your extensions safely and stimulate natural hair growth at the same time. Your hair type might play a role in the extension you ultimately select, just be sure you've chosen a professional quality hair extension that will last and blend perfectly with your own real hair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tape, weave, and fusion hair extension's average life span is 3-12 months depending on care! Our semi-permanent line can be installed and re-installed. The best way to make these long lasting extensions is not to dye, purple shampoo, or alter them in any way, just like your own hair. This is an average life span and may be longer or shorter.
Bombay Hair tape, weave, and fusion hair is made from the highest grade of hair, 100% virgin human hair – our luxury hairline is designed to last as long as possible with daily wear!
Permanent hair extensions costs range from $75 - $310.
All permanent hair extensions are meant to be installed by a professional hairstylist for optimal results and longevity.
With Tape-ins, hair is taken in small sections and ‘sandwiched’ between two (2) pieces of tape. For thinner hair types, you may apply just one (1) piece with single-sided tape. The Installation time typically takes between .5 to 1.5 Hours.
With Weave Wefts, the hair is designed to be ‘sewn in' by a professional hairstylist.
I-Tip (Micro Bead) Extensions require NO heat or glue. The application is achieved by threading each I-tip and a strand of hair into a looping tool, through a cooper looping bead, and then attached to the client's hair by clamping the bead to the hair.
Keratin Tip (K-Tip) extensions are installed using a heating element that safely melts the Keratin Tips onto your own hair. The Keratin Tips are bonded close to the roots of your hair to allow for a seamless blend like natural hair.
Always care for your Bombay Hair as you would your own hair.
- Remember to brush your Bombay hair extension when dry with a soft bristle brush (Bombay Hair Vent Brush). This will ensure tangle-free and smooth hair.
- Deep condition hair once every 1 to 2 weeks.
- Always use a heat-protecting spray when curling or flat ironing your Bombay Hair.
- Hair oils are a great way to maintain the integrity of your hair when using our hair tools.
- Wash your Bombay Hair extension with a sulfate-free, gentle shampoo, and with plenty of conditioners, rinse thoroughly.
- Avoid dying, toning, or altering the hair in any way!
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