More recently, a breakthrough has occurred in the hair extension industry, completely new techniques have appeared, many times better than the already known options. These techniques came from German hairdressers. The name of these modern hair extension technologies is Bellargo and Cre Cap.

Cre Cap Hair Extension Technology

In Europe, Kre Cap hair extensions became popular back in 1999, while in our country it gained fame in 2011. This method was invented by the hairdresser Renata Shteflova. The Cre Cap extension technique has many positive qualities that surpass all the qualities of previously appeared technologies.

Cre Cap Benefits

• There is completely no chemical effect on native curls;
• This technique uses no glue, resin, or keratin;
• There is no mechanical effect on native curls;
• Strands can be used multiple times;
• Any experiments can be carried out with hair: dye, curl, straighten, lighten;
• Removal occurs without the use of any chemicals;
• Fastening strands, in this technology, can be of completely different sizes. The master shapes them so that they ideally “stick” to the client’s native curls.

Technique of fastening strands in building Cre Cap

A special Cre Cap thermal sleeve is used to secure the artificial strands.

1. With the help of it, a specialist connects native and artificial strands. The connection takes place under the influence of light heat. When the temperature rises, the effect is only on the sleeve, absolutely not affecting the native curls. This allows the procedure to be carried out even for those who have hair loss or weakening.
2. Correction of strands extended at a given temperature is very simple, in order to remove the sleeve, the master needs to slightly heat it. And after that, she can easily be removed from her family.

There are no restrictions on wearing artificial strands in this procedure. You can use a hairdryer, styler, iron, use the pool, sauna, bath. For a Cre Cap session, you will need about 70 strands.

Video: Cre Cap extension technique

Hair Extension Technique Bellargo and MicroBellargo

These hair extension techniques Bellargo and MicroBellargo were invented in 1994. Thanks to hairdresser Heide-Rose Gang, who tried to come up with a technique that does not harm her own curls, as well as help to acquire luxurious head of hair for owners of rare and weak hair.

• For the Bellargo procedure, special elastic sleeves are used.
• Their color ranges from transparent to black.
• The fastening of these sleeves takes place under the influence of temperature.
• The strands used for the procedure are only of the highest quality. They may need from 20 to 160 strands for a session.
• The master spends about 1 minute on fastening the strands.
• The correction is quite simple, it also takes place with the help of heating the thermo-sleeves. When heated, the sleeves diverge, freeing the family and donor strands. In time, the correction procedure will take about 30 minutes.
• There are no restrictions on wearing extended strands. You can safely experiment with hair and visit saunas, swimming pools.

A little later, in Bellargo technology, there was an improvement and the MicroBellargo technology appeared.

• With the help of this technology, it became possible to increase curls for those people who had partial alopecia, thinning and atrophy, as well as to increase their volume in the temporal, occipital zone, as well as to form a bang.
• Also, with the help of this technology, you can build up strands, tresses, as well as securely fix a wig or an overlay.
• Fastening in this technique is due to the Microbellargo apparatus and 2 mini-fusers.
• In time, the procedure lasts about an hour.
• The extended strands are worn for about 3-4 months.
• There are no restrictions in wearing and caring for strands.

Video: BELLARGO hair extension technique

Extension is an excellent solution when you need to correct the consequences of an unsuccessful haircut, "grow" your hair in a short time and give your hair additional volume.

Now, when the canons of beauty are determined by Instagram, the procedure is at the peak of its popularity and demand.

What is hair extension - description of the procedure

Extension is the fixation of artificial or donor strands on the real ones. The bundles are fixed in the root zone in different ways, some of them are so simple that they are even suitable for home independent use. As the roots grow back, it is necessary to correct and overstress the strands closer to the head.

Note! Donor strands can be used repeatedly if the material has not lost its original quality.

History of creation

The author of the idea of ​​building is considered Simon Forbes - a hairdresser who lived in the 60s of the XX century. It was he who first guessed that it is possible to obtain volume and length not only with the help of a wig, but also by gluing artificial curls to relatives.

Of course, at first, such an extension was not the most practical - the strands were too wide and they were made from low-grade plastic curls. Such a hairstyle looked spectacular, but quickly fell into disrepair - artificial strands quickly peeled off under their own weight or got confused into uncombed tangles.

Gradually, the formula was improved, and soon natural human strands, according to the type of origin, suitable for the client (Asian, Slavic, European), came to replace synthetics. The strands themselves became much thinner and were attached pointwise, which significantly reduced the load on the follicles.

Pros and cons

Consider the positive and negative aspects of the procedure:

pros

• Long hair in a couple of hours- there is no need to wait several years until it grows to the desired length. Luxurious curls can be obtained in just 1 session.
• Looks more natural than a wig- provided that the master is highly qualified.
• Painless- the process does not cause discomfort.
• Saves with thin hair and baldness.
• Bundles can be used multiple times- high-quality natural material lasts up to six months or more.

Minuses

• Hair extensions take some getting used to- At first, capsules and tapes greatly interfere with sleep.
• Extension becomes noticeable in high hairstyles- Think in advance that all your styling implies curls fluffed at the back of the head.
• As the roots grow back, you will have to make a correction.- and this is an additional item of expenses and a waste of time .
• High price- high-quality consumables and competent work of the master cannot be cheap.

Why is building up harmful?

• The risk increases if the follicles have been weakened as a result of illness, improper care, or are such due to the individual characteristics of the organism.
• Possibility of getting burned- if the procedure is carried out by an inexperienced or unqualified master.
• Creases may form at the attachment point of the strands, which will entail a loss of length and density after removal.

Unsuccessful build-up

Consider the cases when the build-up may not be very successful:

• The hairdresser used too large capsules- which bristle and are visible even when the curls are loose.
• Too few strands have been added- as a result, the hairstyle looks scanty and sloppy.
• Beams of different lengths and unevenly distributed- which also makes the hair far from the aesthetic ideal.
• The technician has chosen the wrong type or color because of what you get straight strands that stand out strongly from the total curly mass, or vice versa.
• The color of the strands being extended differs from natural ones, which sometimes strongly betrays the fact that your length is artificial.

The horrors of the build-up

These situations are familiar to many girls who made poor-quality extensions and, as a result, greatly regretted their decision:

• Torn out bundles during combing- This often happens when the capsule clings to the teeth of the ridge. It is very unpleasant and painful.
• Curls develop in the wind demonstrating to all the people walking behind the attachment points and capsules.
• Features of donor strands that are not immediately revealed- you may think that you have built up perfectly smooth and heavy curls, exactly until you get them wet and they do not curl with moisture.
• Capsules glowing in ultraviolet light. Some glue capsules are highlighted in blue by ultraviolet light. This fact should be taken into account if you are not averse to relaxing in the club.
• A guy's hand running through your hair- men often admire long hair, and show tenderness to their beloved by gentle stroking on the back of the head. If your partner does not know about your little secret of chic hair, you run the risk of running into a perplexed look or embarrassing questions when he finds the capsules at the roots with his fingers.

Mats

Hair tangled in chaotic mats is another problem that girls often face while wearing extended strands. In order to prevent their formation, you need to disassemble the main reasons for their origin:

The most harmless extension

Of course, when choosing a technique, I want to choose the most harmless and safe type of procedure for the hair. At the moment, the masters call the two most harmless methods - nanoscale and ultrasonic modeling.

Nanomagnification- carried out due to microscopic capsules and the finest beams on them. It is completely invisible, even if you collect a high tail and is safe, since it does not load the bulbs at all. This method has one drawback - the high price.

Ultrasonic modeling- negates any possibility of getting a scalp burn or drying out of the root zone, since the curling iron solders the capsule to the hair not with heat, but with the help of ultrasound. This method is not yet so widespread in Russia, but it is rapidly gaining its popularity in the world.

Building myths

Trying to find up-to-date and truthful information on the Internet, you probably came across various "horror stories" on the topic of building up. Let's take a look at the most common ones:

• The procedure will take a whole day. – This is not true - on average, a session takes from 1 hour to 2.
• This is a very painful process. . – Extension can cause discomfort if the hairdresser makes mistakes - he cauterizes the skin with a curling iron or drips keratin onto the head. The rest of the procedure is as comfortable as possible.
• Hair will fall out after extension. – There is a risk of a slight loss of density, but again - it is due to either the state of health of the client, or the low qualifications of the master.

Important! Always pay attention to the portfolio of a specialist and read reviews about it - it depends on how your head of hair will look in the coming months.

• It looks too unnatural. - If the master uses low-quality consumables or clumsily builds up - the result may look unnatural. But this is rather an exception to the rule, which threatens all those who save on the salon.

Hair after extension, result, Photos BEFORE and AFTER, possible consequences after the procedure

The result of the extension also depends on how long your natural hair is.

Short length

Haircuts are considered short if their length does not exceed 10 centimeters, however, with the development of extension techniques, the minimum length has decreased to 5 cm.Without harm to the hair follicles, hair can be extended:

• Shoulder-length- if the length of natural strands is from 5 to 7 cm.
• Up to the waist- if the curls of the industry are 10-15 cm.
• Up to the waist and below- if the hair from roots to ends is from 20 cm or more.

Note! Extension is very difficult to implement on short, asymmetrical haircuts.

Most often, for such a task, specialists use the microcapsule method, Diamond Hair or Extend Magic.

Medium length

Medium hair length is ideal for various extension techniques - the strands are already long enough to hide the capsules and strong enough to support their weight. The difficulty lies in choosing the right type of material and structure, especially for porous and curly strands.

Long curls

Extension to long curls is carried out when the girl believes that the natural length or density is not enough. Preference is given to local technique when strands are added at the temples or the back of the head.

Indications and contraindications

Let's figure out for whom the procedure is intended and for whom it is highly discouraged:

• For young ladies with slow-growing hair.
• Owners of hairstyles devoid of volume.
• Those who want to hide small flaws, such as bald patches, bald patches, wide parting, etc.
• For those who like to surprise and create new images.

For whom is it contraindicated?

• Girls under 18 and women over 55- at this age, the follicle is not able to cope with the additional load.
• Suffering from alopecia (baldness). Weak and brittle strands should not be loaded additionally. Be sure to show yourself to a trichologist - the problem needs to be solved with medication, and not with cosmetics.
• Pregnant and lactating women- due to hormonal changes in the body, the hair can become very weak and thin. All techniques involving the use of glue and capsules are strictly prohibited. . Pigtailed or braided weaves are conditionally allowed.
• Owners of thin and thin hair. Increased strands look too noticeable and unattractive, in addition - strands of this type are prone to cutting and falling out.
• Curls- they are not a direct contraindication, however, it is quite difficult to choose a suitable material for building up, since it is almost impossible to achieve a complete emanation of natural curls, especially if they are chaotic.

Is it possible to extend hair for volume?

The extended strands undoubtedly add volume to the hairstyle. For this purpose, you can use the building on the temples or the back of the head.

What to do with fine hair?

There is no unequivocal answer whether it is possible to build up strands on thin hair. It all depends on whether they are naturally subtle or as a result of repeated staining (or ailments). Be sure to consult with the master and ask what he can offer in your particular case. Do not overuse strands that are too long and heavy.

What is the minimum length for hair extensions?

Most hairdressers prefer to work with hair that is at least 10 cm long. With the proper skill of the master, they can be extended even at 5, 3 and 1 cm in length! However, there are limitations on the length and number of beams to be built up.

Basic methods of building

To begin with, it is worth considering how to attach donor strands to real ones:

Note! If you have fine and dyed hair - give preference to cold extensions. It is considered the most gentle.

All of the following methods refer to either the cold or hot method of building. Consider this when choosing!

Capsule

A type: hotter.

The strands are attached to natural hair using keratin resin capsules. It is almost impossible to notice them with the naked eye if the curls are loose. Capsules withstand temperature changes, multiple styling and painting.

Their service life varies from 3 to 6 months, after which they need to be removed with a special gel and rebuilt.

Tape

A type: cold.

Extendable strands are attached using special adhesive tapes, which, like double-sided tape, fasten the hair in a "lock". The tapes are very soft to the touch and therefore take less time to get used to than other techniques. Moreover, it is quite simple to remove such a build-up - you just need to treat the tapes with a special spray remover. The material can be used several times - just change the tape.

The main disadvantage of tape build-up is its fragility - from 1 to 2 months.

Which extension is better - capsule or tape?

If you want to increase the length of your hair and add volume to it during an important event - use
, it is quickly implemented and easily removed.

If you like consistency, and you want to maintain the achieved result for a long time, then capsules are your choice.

Hollywood

A type: cold.

Also known as "African", this is a tress extension (hair sewn onto a special tape). The master braids braids on the client's head, and then sews the braids to them. Most often it is carried out only on the back of the head.

Correction is carried out as natural hair grows back and weaving is weakened - after 1-2 months.

Keratin

A type: hotter.

Or the "Italian system" is another type of artificial lengthening of hair that is quite common in beauty salons. The essence of the technique lies in the formation of an invisible keratin microsphere at the attachment point.

A type: cold

It is an extension using tapes 8-10 cm wide, each of which is treated with a special medical glue that does not harm the hair cortex. The procedure itself takes a record low amount of time - from 20 to 40 minutes.

Ultrasonic

A type: hot / cold

Ultrasonic extensions were invented by a hairdresser working with Hollywood celebrities who needed to polish quickly and efficiently before going out on the carpet. Because of this, it is mistakenly called "Hollywood".

It differs in the method of melting a keratin capsule using ultrasound, which eliminates the likelihood of thermal burns. The procedure takes from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the thickness of the hair. Performed only if the length of natural hair is at least 6 centimeters.

Tress

A type: cold.

Tresses can be made of both synthetic and natural materials. In the first case, they are used as a temporary addition to the length, for example, for a photo shoot or a festive event.

Note! Fake curls give a plastic sheen when photographed with a flash.

Natural wefts are made from human hair. They are sewn to the hair, which makes the method as comfortable and safe as possible.

On hairpins

A type: cold (conditionally).

Elongation on hairpins is only conventionally called extension, since the strands are attached to the hair as a decoration - on special clips. Hairpins are placed in rows - from one temple to another, along the back of the head.

For this type of build-up, it is not at all necessary to contact a master at a beauty salon - it is enough to practice a little at home in front of a mirror.

Silicone

A type: cold.

The extension is attached to the hair with small silicone rings, which are tightened in the root zone. As the length grows (every 2-4 months), the rings can be unclenched, the strand can be pulled closer to the root and clamped again. The third time, the fasteners will need to be fastened to the new rings.

Capsule-free

A type: hotter.

This method of lengthening is considered a classic, since it has existed for more than 15 years. The strands are engrafted using special heat-sensitive sleeves made of oxygen-permeable material. At the same time, the native strands remain mobile and flexible. There are two types of liners - classic and small. Small ones are used for extensions on fine hair.

California

A type: hotter.

This technique also originated more than 10 years ago to please Hollywood celebrities who were unhappy with their natural hair. Fastening is carried out using miniature keratin capsules, which are not felt when worn and are not striking.

Spanish

A type: cold.

The strands are attached to the hair with glue. The technique is somewhat outdated at the moment and is suitable exclusively for blondes, since the glue is white and does not stain in shades, this makes it very noticeable.

Italian

A type: hotter.

Hair for pre-covered with a keratin composition, which melts from the heat of the curling iron, heated to 180 degrees. Under the influence of high temperatures, donor and native strands are held together by a transparent capsule, which is practically invisible to the naked eye, despite its small size, the capsule holds the material quite firmly.

English

A type: hotter.

This type of extension is also somewhat outdated, but despite this, it is still found in salons. The workpieces are fastened using hot resin, which the master squeezes onto a strand from a glue gun. This is a rather time-consuming work that requires great care and attention from the master. The capsules are large and without proper care they stick together and form tangles.

Brazilian

A type: cold.

The overhead strands are simply woven into natural hair with a "pigtail" - the hairdresser takes one part of natural hair and two - artificial or donor hair and weaves a classic braid out of them.

Correction is carried out every 2-4 months, depending on the growth rate.

Reference! If you can freely stick your finger under the pigtail, then it's time to make an appointment with the master.

Japanese

A type: cold.

The curls are attached with clips, beads or clips, the color of which is matched to the roots. The diameter of the attachment does not exceed 2-3 mm, which makes it absolutely invisible to the eye.

The service life of such an extension varies from 1.5 to 2 months.

African

A type: cold.

This method is interesting for its simplicity and safety. For African build-up, the master braids perpendicular or spiral braids (pigtails) on the client's head and then sews tresses to them. Despite the dubious description, hair extended in this way looks very natural and lively.

French

A type: cold.

For French extensions, a special hardening glue "Rueber" is used. Initially, the composition is available in two shades - white and black, however, to obtain a shade as close as possible to the color of the hair extensions, the masters mix them in various proportions.

The term of wearing is from 3 to 4 months.

American

A type: hotter.

The idea of ​​the development belongs to the American company "CinderellaHair" which means "Cinderella Hair". It is the quality of human hair that sets it apart from others.

The material undergoes a multi-stage selection, after which the strands are treated with a protein-containing composition that prevents splitting at the ends. The curls are not weighed down by silicones, so they retain their natural look even after repeated head washes. Otherwise, this is a standard hot capsule build-up.

The term of wearing is up to 6 months without correction.

Gel

A type: cold.

Fastening is carried out using a self-hardening gel "Le Cristal de Paris"- it is harmless and environmentally friendly.

Note! The composition of the gel is identical to that used by surgeons to heal a bone fracture. Therefore, you should not be afraid of allergic reactions and trauma to the cortex.

Laser

A type: hot / cold.

Having appeared on the market about 10 years ago, laser extensions quickly fell in love with masters for their safety and comfort. The keratin capsule is melted not with a curling iron, but with an aiming laser.

Extension in the temporal zone

A type: hotter.

This type of extension is designed to increase volume rather than length. Thin strands of hair are attached to the head of hair at the temples with a special transparent wax. For the accuracy of the dosage of the substance, the master uses the "Extend Magic" apparatus. Due to the point attachment and transparency of the wax, you can not only add volume to the hairstyle, but also increase the bangs.

Diamond

A type: hotter.

The method got its name due to the special composition of the glue with the addition of diamond microparticles. According to the manufacturer, it is not only harmless to hair, but also useful! The dormant follicles wake up and the strands begin to grow faster. The fixing capsules do not exceed 2 mm in volume, so they are completely invisible to others.

Glue

A type: cold.

The technique was originally developed at the Trichological Institute in Spain. The craftsmen managed to come up with such an adhesive base that will not cause allergies, even for people with sensitive scalp.

To activate the glue, a special emulsion with medicinal vegetable oils is used.

Nanomagnification

A type: cold.

The size of the fixing gel capsules is approximately the same as a grain of rice, which makes it very comfortable and practical to wear. Hair can be dyed, styled, soaked in the pool and bathed in steam - this will not affect the quality in any way. Due to the microscopic nature of the capsules, building up is feasible even on strands 3 cm long.

Extension of colored strands

A type: cold, less often hot.

Colored strands are most often built up on hairpins. This is a great idea for a bright photo shoot and a way to try on a new color without harming the health of your hair. It can be done even at home if you purchase colored strands of kanekalon or natural, pre-dyed hair in advance.

Zonal

A type: hotter.

It implies local elongation using classic Italian technology. You can add strands to the temples, lengthen the bangs or the back of the head, and thus change the image without resorting to a haircut.

Cascade

A type: hot / cold.

A cascade is a haircut that implies shorter strands at the face, and a gradual lengthening towards the back of the head. If you want to get such a result, first of all, pay attention to the portfolio and qualifications of the master, such work requires high concentration and care from a specialist.

Powdery

A type: cold.

This relatively new extension technique has many advantages: the hair is attached to the roots with microscopic capsules that are difficult to recognize by touch, even if you run your hand into the hair. With it, you can easily hide bald spots, thanks to which men often use it.

Bicolor

A type: cold / hot.

You can get the effect of extravagant dyeing with the help of extensions, often girls ask the master to create an ombre or highlighting effect on their hair. Again - it is worth paying special attention to the portfolio of a specialist. If the result is unsuccessful, you will have to walk with it for several more months.

Sewing

A type: cold.

Sew-on, it's Hollywood or African - these are the names of the same method, which involves sewing tress to braids braided over the head. This is a good way to get a different structure of hair, with curly hair - straight, with straight hair - curly, etc.

Hair Extension Preparation

How to prepare hair for extension? What should you pay attention to? How to care for your hair before visiting a beauty salon? Read about it below in our review article.

Care before the procedure

There is a widespread belief that it is necessary to cut your hair and dye it before extending, but there are some nuances here.

• Haircut before building only makes sense if you have noticeable asymmetry in your hair. In other cases, the master himself will carry out the thinning after the procedure, having equalized the native hair with the donor hair.
• Dyeing- it is forbidden to carry out dyeing with extensions on one day, since one and the second procedure are stressful for the hair. If you are used to regularly updating the color - do it a week before building up.

Do I need to wash my hair before building up?

In order for the built-up strands to be reliably held on natural ones, the hair must be cleaned of all styling products, sebum, and dust. It makes no sense to wash your hair right before going to the salon - the master will wash your curls himself using all the necessary professional tools.

What shampoo is needed?

If you plan on extending your hair at home, you will have to purchase a suitable shampoo in advance, as the usual one will not work. Consult with a consultant, tell us about your task and ask them to choose the right product for deep cleaning for you.

How to build up - a step-by-step process

Consider the extension procedure in two versions - tape and capsule.

Tape

1. Parting hair into sections- the master separates the curls at the crown and fixes them with a clip.
2. Separating the strand for fixing the weft- in this case, the strand should be equal in width to the tape.
3. Peel off the duct tape and attach the strand to the hair the tape is fixed on the root zone.

Capsule

1. Determination of the fixation zone- the back of the head, whiskey, or bangs, and again - dividing the hair into sectors.
2. Branch strand commit - it is very important that they are the same size.
3. Extension fixation with a curling iron. The capsule is soldered with natural hair, due to which the strand is fixed.

How long does the procedure take?

The exact extension time depends on the number of strands and the extension method. On average, this figure varies from 40 minutes to 3 hours.

How long is enough?

New long hair can be worn for 3 to 6 months, which again depends on the extension method. To make the result look attractive, it is advisable to regularly make corrections and periodically give your hair time to rest and recover.

Materials, tools and equipment for hair extension

The set of tools varies somewhat, depending on the type of extension.

Hot

• Tongs or curling iron- a tool with a thermostat for fixing the capsule. Have a flat or rounded work surface.
• Keratin or resin- these materials serve as a kind of retainer, from which the capsule is created.
• Removal pliers- the tool is used at the stage of correction or complete removal of capsules from the head.
• Laser apparatus- used for laser extension techniques. It works much faster than a curling iron.
• Glue gun- used for dosage of glue with English technology.
• Ultrasonic apparatus- used during ultrasonic build-up. Convenient in that it does not have a negative effect on the epidermis.

Cold

• Forceps- are used to separate small strands or remove extensions.
• Adjusting pliers- used for clamping rings.
• Hook- with this tool, small strands are threaded through the retainer ring.
• Clamp (clip)- with the help of it, the donor strand is attached to the hair.
• Tapes - for fixing hair with a tape method.

How to do hair extensions at home for yourself

After you have decided on the necessary tools and method, you can try to extend your hair yourself.

• Capsule- Divide the hair into sectors, separating the back of the head from the crown. If this is your first time doing extensions on your own, fix the strands only at the back of the head. Attach the capsules, stepping back a few millimeters from the roots, so that the hair does not bristle.
• Tape- this method of building is much more convenient for non-professional home use, since it does not include the stage of heat treatment . Part the hair in a circle, along the crown of the head, and then distribute the donor strands around the circle with a step of 1 cm from each other.
• Tress- a rather time consuming and time consuming option. Before proceeding directly to fixing the strands, you will need to braid thin pigtails over your head, while avoiding the area around the face. Then you can proceed to the stage of sewing on the tress.
• On hairpins- the most preferred method of household extension, since it does not injure the hair at all and is performed extremely quickly. Simply part the hair at the crown and secure the clips along the back of the head, covering it with natural hair.

Hair care after extension

Immediately after leaving the salon, you feel dazzling - chic long curls develop in the wind and spring nicely with every step you take. You can preserve this feeling until the next trip to the salon if you adhere to the following care rules:

1. Replace your hairbrush with a wide-toothed comb. This comb is most often used for styling curly and curly curls. The placement of the teeth will reduce hair trauma and tearing of capsules.
2. Replace your usual shampoo with a special one in professional cosmetics stores, you can buy specialized shampoos for hair extensions. If there are none in your city, and you don’t want to order from an online store, then choose a shampoo marked "no sls" in the store.
3. Get a conditioner to make combing easier- this will prevent tangling and pulling of attached hairs.
4. Wash your hair with warm, not hot water- this will prevent the coalescence of capsules and the formation of tangles.
5. Always dry your hair immediately after washing! The longer they stay wet, the faster the build-up will flake off.

Important! If you have hair extensions, sleeping with a wet head is strictly prohibited.

How are hair extensions removed?

The removal process largely depends on the specific method of building up, but in general terms it goes the same way. Removal can be divided into professional and home removal.

Professional withdrawal

To remove the extended strands, the master uses special forceps and a solvent (remover) to remove the capsule. After that, the hairdresser washes the client's hair, washing away the remnants of the remover and hair extensions. If necessary, a small corrective haircut is carried out.

Home withdrawal

It is highly undesirable to remove capsule extensions at home, as this can lead to serious damage to the hair shaft. However, according to reviews on the Internet, some girls manage to do this in a safe way using a warm oil mask. To make it, you need to slightly warm up any base oil (coconut, grape seed, burdock, etc.), rub thoroughly into the capsules and leave for a couple of hours, after which the softened capsules can be simply removed by hand.

Suitable haircut after hair extensions

After removing the extensions, the hair may be slightly weakened and split. To eliminate sloppy fluff along the length, you can polish your hair, cut with hot scissors and, if desired, keratin restoration. If you act in a complex manner, the hair will return to normal much faster.

How to choose a hair extension master?

The choice of a good salon and a professional is the lion's share of successful building. In order not to be mistaken when choosing a hair specialist, pay attention to the following aspects:

• Portfolio- now the master's portfolio can be found on the website of the beauty salon or in any of the social networks. Be sure to read the reviews of visitors.

Important! When looking at photos, be extremely attentive to details. Pay attention to the setting in which the photo was taken. If the background is constantly changing, this is a reason to think. Many, especially novice craftsmen, often take other people's work for themselves in order to attract new clients.

• Professional ethics- if the portfolio only delights you, and numerous customer reviews only confirm a good impression - do not rush to sign up to the master. To get started, get a consultation by phone. Ask about the methods used, materials, prices - the answers should be clear and confident. Any doubt in your voice or evasion of an answer should alert you.
• Removal and correction of build-up- check with the master how he removes the extended strands. What means does he use, does he comb out the remains of keratin, etc. The more thoroughly the craftsman carries out this work, the less likely you are to encounter problems such as tangles and tangles.

Prices

Prices for procedures in Moscow salons, source zoon.ru

Frequently asked Questions

Where do hair extensions come from? - There are many frightening and rather strange myths about hair extensions. Starting from the fact that they are cut off in prisons from prisoners or sick psychiatric clinics, to completely unrealistic theories that they were cut off from the dead in the morgue.

In fact, everything is much more prosaic. Most of the hair is purchased from Asian countries. There are organizations that contract with women who grow long curls for several years, and then cut their hair short and sell them.

"Slavic" hair comes to us for sale from the former republics of the USSR - Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova. They are considered more acceptable for extensions, since they initially have a light, easily dyed color and are very similar in structure to the hair of Russian women.

The head itches after building. why and what to do? - This is a typical reaction of the scalp - the follicles get a lot of stress, plus the skin starts to come into contact with something foreign and unusual. Itching can be relieved with a decoction of chamomile or antipruritic ointments and shampoos. If the itching does not go away for a very long time, the skin begins to open and blisters - contact the master to remove the build-up and make an appointment with the trichologist.

Can hair extensions be done after chemotherapy? - Hair after chemical therapy begins to grow less frequently and becomes thinner. In some places, bald patches and bald patches appear. In this case, the masters are advised to do microcapsule build-up. An attractive hairstyle can boost the morale of a woman who has gone through such an ordeal.

How often do hair extensions need to be corrected?

The timing varies depending on the extension technique used:

• tape - after 1-2 months;
• capsule - after 2-4 months;
• tress - in 1-2 months.
• Japanese - in 1.5-3 months.

Is it possible to do light-on-dark hair extensions? – This technique is called two-color. It is used to create an ombre effect or highlighting.

Important! Do not add Slavic curls if your natural hair is of the Asian type, and vice versa. This will create a contrast between extended and native curls.

Does hair extensions deteriorate? - They can become more brittle and brittle under the following conditions:

• You have made extensions for weak and depleted hair – an extra load on weakened bulbs often leads to creases and loss.
• The master did the job poorly. As mentioned earlier, a lot depends on the qualifications of the master. If he improperly formed the capsules, used a lot of glue, the likelihood increases that the strands will quickly roll into tangles.
• You neglected the correction and wore the extension for longer – it also leads to loosening and falling out.

What is better hair with pins or extensions? – Hairpins are great for photo shoots or events. You can take them off and put them on yourself. Build-up is done with a more long-term perspective. When choosing a procedure, proceed from your needs.

Hair falls out after extension, why and what to do? – The first few hours after removal, the remnants of the donor long-cut hair can still fall off the head. Do not be afraid of this. The main thing is to determine in time whether your hair is falling out, or those that were part of the extension. You can understand this by the presence of a spine at the tip. The prolapse may be due to excessive stress on the follicle. In order to stop the loss, consult a trichologist for advice.

Looking at fashion magazines, girls pay attention not only to the clothes of the models, but also to their makeup and hairstyle. Seeing the next beauty from the cover have long hair, the girls begin to ask themselves questions about how to become the owner of the same beautiful hair. In a situation where hair grows slowly, and even splits, the only solution to the problem is hair extension. There are a lot of ways to create the desired hairstyle, so today we would like to dwell on this issue in more detail.

Build-up using temperature

Hot extension involves the use of special strands with keratin tips, which are simply soldered to the root area of ​​the hair. With high-quality work of the master, the fastening elements will be invisible, which means that you can not limit yourself in the choice of hairstyles.

Only styling products should be treated with caution; after building up, it is recommended to abandon them altogether. The result will last for about 3-4 months. One of the advantages of the procedure is that it allows you to create the effect of coloring or partial bronzing.

Cold build-up

If you care about causing minimal damage to your hair, then it is better to choose a tape extension. For this purpose, special strands are used on adhesive tape, which does not affect the hair structure at all. Another worthy alternative is tress extensions. For this purpose, one large strip of hair is used, which is sewn with special threads to a braided braid horizontally. This way of building up does not require a lot of time or money.

Ultrasonic extension

Separately, I would like to highlight the use of ultrasound for the extension procedure. This technique is relatively new and embodies all the advantages of hot and cold procedures. The keratin capsules are not affected by high temperature, but by ultrasound, due to which there is no negative effect on the hair. The extension is carried out quickly enough, but at the same time the curls are securely fixed and hold for a long time.

It is recommended to make a choice in favor of a particular technology based on personal preference and the desired result. The masters of the Katty Hair salon will help you make a choice, and will also do their job with high quality.

Scrolling through photos with fashionable hairstyles, we often catch ourselves thinking: "I wish I had such a luxurious head of hair too!" But what to do if hair grows extremely slowly, and besides, it splits endlessly. There are three ways out in this situation: accept and live with medium-length hair, endlessly buy expensive hair growth products with dubious effects, or simply decide on hair extensions. There are now a thousand and one ways to grow hair. We will describe the main technologies for creating luxurious hair in this article.

Modern technologies for hair extensions

An important point for any extension technology is the choice of quality materials. After all, no matter how professional your master is, if artificial hair was used for extension, then soon they will lose their presentation and beauty. Therefore buy Hair Extensions you need only natural.

It is important to pay attention to the hair fixing technique. Will there be a thermal or other effect that can negatively affect the condition of your hair? What type of adhesive will you use? All these questions must be asked before you start the procedure. Let us dwell in more detail on thermal and cold technology.

• "Thermo" build-up

For this simple technology, small strands with a special keratin composition at the ends are used; in the process of heating, it reliably solders the hair extensions to the roots of your hair. If you choose the right shade, then no one will know about your "little secret", because the place of the adhesion is hardly noticeable, and this, in turn, allows you to perform any manipulations with the hair and make a variety of hairstyles. But be careful with styling products. It is better to do hairstyles without them. Using this procedure, you can create an imitation of the now fashionable rainbow or color coloring for three to four months. Also, with the help of strands of different shades, you can achieve the effect of balayage or partial bronzing on the hair. According to reviews, this procedure, although long, allows you to achieve a good result and a neat look of hair.

One of the most gentle methods of hot capsule hair extension is "Italian", because keratin is used for adhesion, not glue.

• Cold build-up

If you are tired of lengthy salon procedures, then you will like the tape extension method more. For him, buy hair (preferably natural) on short adhesive tapes. They adhere neatly to your hair without any heat or other treatment. Feels like this extension is not very comfortable. Perhaps for a while you will feel like small strips of duct tape have been glued to your hair. The set of hairstyles that suit you will be small. You will have to forget about sleek evening styling with hair pulled up, but Hollywood curls or wide braids are just right for you. With the help of such overhead strands, you can create the illusion of hair density and volume.

After the tape build-up, it is allowed to use any care products.

Tress technology is also used very actively, it is popular and has earned the trust of many girls. For this procedure, the hair is bought in one large whole strip. Working with hair, although painstaking, is quite simple, so this procedure is suitable for home use. How to secure your hair? You need to comb your hair in a horizontal parting, separate several very thin strands and braid them horizontally or two braids towards each other, then sew a strand for extension to the resulting braids. As you can see, the technique is quite easy and does not take much time. But you can afford to make interesting and varied hairstyles with braids or braids. You can even make long bangs with tresses or ribbons.

You can easily learn how to use it yourself.

If you intend to learn building techniques and, in the long term, provide services for performing this procedure at home, then start with simple wefts. To navigate the range of basic products for professional and home self-extension will help you online store pronogti... There you can buy natural hair sets and auxiliary materials for the procedure.

there is. Of course, there are fewer minuses, and they are more like a fly in the ointment in a barrel of honey - there is still more honey.

So the most main plus modern hair extension is the time. You do not need to grow long-awaited strands for years and get upset at the sight of the reflection in the mirror with the thought “Eh! Have not grown yet. "

Hair extensions are also a kind of alternative to curling, only with less damage to the hair structure. In addition, the type of hair may not suit you in principle. After extension, "extraneous" hair can be removed, but after curling there is only one way out - you will have to cut it off.

Reanimate an unprofessional haircut - again, hair extensions.

If you do not want to harm your hair, and your soul asks for a new color, extensions will be a good compromise. The master will color only artificial strands, leaving your natural ones alone.

Now let's look at negative side of the question - you have to pay for everything, and not only in money. When the euphoria from the change of image has passed, it will be time to take off your rose-colored glasses and meticulously take a closer look at the hair innovations on your head.

And again, it's time! Only now time is not working for you. Everyday care process behind hair increases significantly with the arrival of artificial hair in your life.

There are times when, over time, they become like a washcloth or a SpongeBob, and they feel hard, tough and unpleasant to the touch. In addition, they must be looked after in a special way, like a princess and a pea.

It won't work three times with a comb through your hair. You will need to get a special comb for your hair extensions and use it at least three times a day. In addition to reusable brushing, once a day it is necessary to separate entangled capsules from each other.

Now think about nutrition... are fed from bulbs, but how to feed the "artificial organism"? Therefore, after each shampooing, special ones are needed: apply a nourishing hair mask, get moisturizing sprays and silicone products in order to make your hair silky.

It is also worth remembering that high temperatures are contraindicated for them, and they do not like sea water. Among other "no" - you cannot go to bed with a wet head, and before washing your head, you must comb your hair, you cannot sleep with your hair loose, they must be braided or tied up in a ponytail.

Correction should be done once every one and a half months. And if you played enough with wearing someone else's hair and decided to return to your own, you can be very disappointed and find that half of your natural hair could not bear the fact of infidelity, was offended and left forever.

And yet, don't get upset and change them for a wig. At the end of the day, it’s not such a big price to pay for your makeover.

Let's consider what types of hair extensions are, new technologies. And what is the best hair extension you will find out below.

Artificial hair extension

On the one side, not the best choice, because on the territory of the post-Soviet space, it is rare where you can buy high-quality artificial ones.

As a rule, they roll off after the first week of wearing and their further use is not possible.

European curls have earned a good reputation, they have an almost natural shine and will not hang as a dead weight on your head, due to their low weight.

On the other hand, artificial vegetation on the head will suit overly squeamish young ladies who do not want to wear other people's hair on their heads.

In addition, it is believed that hair absorbs stress and negative emotions of a person. No wonder, after serious shocks to people recommend to cut the ends of the hair to get rid of unnecessary emotional burden. So if you do not want to drag other people's misfortunes with you, then artificial building is for you.

Creative

This youth way hair extension depends on your flight of imagination and the possibilities of professional capabilities.

If you wish, you can at least put pink-leopard strands or Swarovski crystals on your head!

Or you can build several types of curls on your head at once - from corrugation to Senegalese braids - this is a creative hair extension.

Laser

A relatively young method. Laser technologies have already penetrated into many areas of our life, and now they have reached the hair. The keratin capsules are laser attached to your natural hair.

It is believed that laser hair extensions are absolutely does not harm the scalp, as it is carried out with the help of the natural protein keratin, of which 80 percent hair consists.

It is quite time-saving - in one instant you can attach about eight artificial strands, and most importantly.

Appliques with elastic

The use of this method does not imply a visit to beauty salons, since the hair extension technique is simple and everything can be done in.

Feathers in hair

Apparently, the beauty of the peacock tail inspired technologists to develop a new method of hair extension (partial), or rather, plumage, to be more precise. Feathers in hair, extensions for extravagant women who are not afraid to look unusual, original. Feathers can be found on rings and braids.

For medium hair

Even in the not too distant future, extensions were carried out only for medium-length hair; short hair was not even discussed. For medium hair extensions, tape is well suited, in which the connection of artificial hair with natural hair occurs with the help of adhesive tape.

Which is the best way?

Which hair extension is best? Before choosing the most suitable hair extension method, many are puzzled what it should be: tape or capsule, hot or cold.

It is necessary to build on quality your natural hair.

For example, not all methods are equally good for fine and normal hair.

Although, there is still one universal method - ultrasonic extension, in which keratin capsules are melted by the cold method.

As you can see, the modern beauty industry is an inexhaustible source of ideas for changing the image.

Therefore, if you are thinking of changes in your life, start small, change your hairstyle with hair extensions, which method you learned better from our article.