Hair Extension: Add Beautiful Dimension to Your Hair Styling
I have come across a quote recently that says “invest in your hair, it is the crown you never take off”.It immediately popped into my head how I envy women with long, lustrous tresses that make them look like a diva from a Bollywood chic-flick. Long beautiful hair requires rigorous care which is difficult considering the time constraint in our day-to-day lives. Therefore, most women opt for short hair these days. Other unavoidable factors such as hair fall and balding also lessen the chances of donning long, beautiful natural hair.
The advancement in Cosmetology has been a boon for both men and women; especially the introduction of hair extensions- the most useful and in-demand styling tool. Hair extensions amp-up the length and volume of your hair. You can add some coloured extensions and get the effect of streaks without colouring your natural hair. If celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and other celebrities can sport them, why not you?
Let us dig a bit into hair extension treatment to find out the necessary pointers on the subject.
The cost of hair extensions vary basis your choice. A temporary hair extension will cost lesser than a semi-permanent or permanent hair extension. Also, installing a permanent hair extension takes a longer time to attach comparatively, therefore it costs more. Having said that, the longevity of your hair extension will also depend on the quality of hair extension you pick. Therefore, consult an expert to pick the perfect option for you.
- Hair extensions are made with real human hair or synthetic fibres that have the outlook of natural hair.
- Types of hair extensions–
Keratin hair extensions wherein hair extensions are glued with a keratin-based glue on one end and a hot or cold drying method.
Weaves are the extensions that are sewn with a needle and last for about three months.
Taped as the name suggests are the hair extensions that are taped to the natural hair from underneath the top layer.
Glue-taped hair extensions- The only difference here is the use of glue to attach the hair extension to the natural hair.
Clip-on hair extensions- These are temporary hair extensions mostly used for a party hair-do. These hair extensions are attached to your natural hair with the help of clip-ons. - Like any other treatment, it is necessary to take care of your hair extensions post- treatment. Ensure that you choose the correct hair extension that may not damage your natural hair. You need to keep in mind that if your hair is not healthy enough, using hair extensions may sometimes cause hair fall.
- In case you are under any medical treatment for hair loss, it is advised to wait for the treatment to end and then think about getting hair extensions.
- Like natural hair, your hair extensions would need utmost care. Washing at regular intervals followed by a proper blow-dry and styling is a must. Go for trimming, or a smoothening treatment, or you can simply curl or straighten your hair to manage the unruly hair. Yes! It is equally a time-taking process as managing your natural hair.
- Ensure that you use a sulphate-free and properly moisturising shampoo, conditioner and hair mask to keep your hair extension nourished and shiny. A bristle brush will help you keep your natural hair as well as hair extension tangle-free. A ponytail or loose braid daily during bedtime can help prevent any hair damage and will aid in maintaining the hair extension for long.
- Find the right colour of hair extension to blend perfectly your natural hair.
The cost of hair extensions vary basis your choice. A temporary hair extension will cost lesser than a semi-permanent or permanent hair extension. Also, installing a permanent hair extension takes a longer time to attach comparatively, therefore it costs more. Having said that, the longevity of your hair extension will also depend on the quality of hair extension you pick. Therefore, consult an expert to pick the perfect option for you.