Every woman dreams of having full, thick and healthy hair. However, things do not always go as planned or as hoped. During these times, you can turn to hair extensions to achieve your dream hairstyle.
To make that happen, here are 8 rules to always remember:
Rule 1: Never EVER Let the Clips Show
This is the golden rule when it comes to hair extensions. You want it to look as natural as possible and do your best to blend it naturally to your hair. However, if the clips are visible, it is a dead giveaway that you are wearing extensions. If you are not sure about the proper way to clip-in extensions, you can let your hairstylist put it on your hair. Otherwise, section your hair properly and adjust it according to the length and thickness of the extensions you are using.
Rule 2: Choose the Right Type of Hair Extension
In general, hair extensions are classified according to two categories: human hair or synthetic hair extensions. As the name implies, human hair extensions are obtained from hair of humans either through fallen hair or those collected from live human head. Meanwhile, synthetic extensions rarely stand heat so users are advised about not exposing the extensions to excess heat. Your decision on which to buy can be based on what would blend in more naturally with your real hair, as well as ethics.
Rule 3: Match the Colour
Aside from visible clips, mismatched colours give away the fact that you are using hair extensions. If possible, choose the colour of your extensions carefully so it blends naturally. If you cannot find a match, you can also dye the hair colour of your extensions.
Rule 4: Do Consider Styling Possibilities
One of the reasons why you are using hair extensions is to open up more styling possibilities with your hair. Hence, do not go against this very aim by sticking to the same hairstyle day after day. There are several types of hair extensions such as full hair extensions or those hair pieces that add length, volume or texture. Learn to play with 2 to 3 different hairstyles rather than sticking to just one.
Rule 5: DO NOT Wash Your Hair Extensions
There are several reasons why you should not wash your hair extensions in the shower. The danger of rusting your clips is one possible reason. Next, you can create a giant ball of mess with your hair if you wash it on the shower. You can wash and maintain your hair extensions but always remove them first from your head.
Rule 6: Be Careful When Heat Styling
Most synthetic hair extensions cannot withstand heat styling. Some might melt while others can get seriously damaged. Before you use heat styling tools, it is important to read the labels of your hair extensions carefully to ensure that it is strong enough to fend off heat. It also pays to know the maximum tolerable temperature for heat styling.
Rule 7: DO NOT Swim in The Pool or Beach With It
Aside from the possibility of getting your hair all tangled up, you could run the risk of exposing your clips. This would be extremely embarrassing.
Rule 8: Do Not Overcommit
There are different ways of attaching hair extensions. Avoid choosing the permanent type to give you more flexibility on days wherein you do not want to wear hair extensions, or want to style them differently.
Do you have other tips for wearing hair extensions?
Abby
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