Changes are beautiful ... but these changes are healthy?
Many artists and actresses have resorted to using hair extensions to look dazzling, but what's behind the different hair extensions brands and kinds?
What's the harm, if any, in our hair once we use them? And, is there any way to keep using hair extensions without damaging our own hair?
The truth is that there are some extensions that can damage your hair if not kept with the necessary care.
There are different types of extensions, including:
Pre-Bonded
Pros
Fusion hair extensions are generally the most discrete (depending on the application techniques).
They're permanent, meaning you have gorgeous thick hair everyday for up to 6 months.
They're easy to maintain if you have the correct guidelines. With a little extra TLC (and depending on the bond) you care for fusion hair extensions in much the same way that you would your natural hair.
Cons
If not applied and removed by a trained technician you could risk damage to your natural hair.
Fusion hair extensions can require 4+ hours for application depending on the amount of strands needed.
Many fusion extensions are applied with "glue guns" which are messy and time consuming.
Many fusion hair extensions use polymers which are petroleum based or glue adhesives - these are not compatible with the human hair and may cause unnecessary damage.
Sewn In
Pros
Weaves are good for medium to thick hair.
Weaves instantly add lots of volume and length.
There are a variety of colours, lengths, and hair types (curly, wavy, straight) to choose from.
Cons
If braids are made too tightly they can hurt, put strain on your scalp and cause hair to fall out at the root.
If the weft is too heavy, it can cause hair to fall out.
Weaves are best for thicker hair because the braids take up a lot of your natural hair.
Because of this, wefts can also be obvious in very fine hair as there is not enough hair left to hide it.
Weaves are generally made of wefts of artificial hair or low quality human hair.
There are different types of extensions, including:
Pre-Bonded
Pros
Fusion hair extensions are generally the most discrete (depending on the application techniques).
They're permanent, meaning you have gorgeous thick hair everyday for up to 6 months.
They're easy to maintain if you have the correct guidelines. With a little extra TLC (and depending on the bond) you care for fusion hair extensions in much the same way that you would your natural hair.
Cons
If not applied and removed by a trained technician you could risk damage to your natural hair.
Fusion hair extensions can require 4+ hours for application depending on the amount of strands needed.
Many fusion extensions are applied with "glue guns" which are messy and time consuming.
Many fusion hair extensions use polymers which are petroleum based or glue adhesives - these are not compatible with the human hair and may cause unnecessary damage.
Sewn In
Pros
Weaves are good for medium to thick hair.
Weaves instantly add lots of volume and length.
There are a variety of colours, lengths, and hair types (curly, wavy, straight) to choose from.
Cons
If braids are made too tightly they can hurt, put strain on your scalp and cause hair to fall out at the root.
If the weft is too heavy, it can cause hair to fall out.
Weaves are best for thicker hair because the braids take up a lot of your natural hair.
Because of this, wefts can also be obvious in very fine hair as there is not enough hair left to hide it.
Weaves are generally made of wefts of artificial hair or low quality human hair.
Taped
Pros
Tape weft extensions are semi permanent lasting anywhere from 6-12 weeks.
Tape extensions are easy to maintain - they are washed and styled in your natural hair.
Tape extensions are very quick to apply.
Cons
Most tape extensions are made from synthetic or low quality human hair.
Most tape extensions do not have clear bonds and can at times be seen through the hair.
It can be harder to tie your hair up as you need to be sure that the wefts are covered.
Pros
Micro beads can be moved up when the slip down the hair shaft.
As they can be moved up, they can be a cost effective option.
Cons
Micro links can slip down the hair shaft and need frequent moving up.
Hair used is typically low quality and will start to look tacky after a few months.
Micro links can be damaging to the hair. The beads (which contain grooves like a screw) are clamped onto the hair shaft with pliers.
Metal micro links are particularly bad and damaging to your natural hair. When heat is applied to the metal rings, such as a blow dryer or hair straightener, the metal amplifies the heat on the hair inside it resulting in breakage.
Clip In
As a person who have tried different kinds of extensions, what I recommend is to use clip-in extensions. They are easy to wear, you can remove them to go to sleep and they do not mistreat your hair so much. You can put them yourself, without an additional cost of a salon. Care is simpler, because you only need a comb or brush, warm water, shampoo and conditioner. Sounds to me, like this stuff is what you already use for your hair. Plus, you don't need to wash them every day, one day a week is good. Avoid products with sulfur or dandruff stuff so they stay looking gorgeous. For ponytail looks, try to put the clips sideways or buy smaller pieces of hair extensions and use them sideways. It's really easy and affordable.
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For more information, this are the refence links:
http://www.greatlengths.com.au/hair-extensions-types.html
http://www.luxyhair.com
http://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-Clip-in-Hair-Extensions
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