Types of Extensions

Weft Extensions

This is hair that comes on one long weft and can be cut to fit the head. There are several types of weft extensions from machine wefts to genius wefts to hand tied wefts. Weft can be sewn on to beads attached to your hair or they can be attached using micro beads via the “no sew beaded row” method.

Easy to match to your hair color by blending different wefts together
Usually isn’t bulky (except for machine weft)
Average move up is 6 weeks
Generally a quick method

Sew in can cause hair breakage (I prefer no sew)
Might be difficult to wear hair in a high ponytail

Individual Extensions

This hair comes in individual pieces that can be attached with keratin glue bonds, micro rings or nano beads.

Allows for styling flexibility
Can be applied to specific areas

Glue can damage the hair (I prefer rings or beads)
Requires a lot of time for installation and touch ups
Can tangle badly if not well maintained

Tape-in Extensions

This hair comes on a thin piece of tape and is applied by sandwiching your hair between tapes.

Lies flat.
Fairly quick to install

Tape can pull out hair
Touch ups can be lengthy because tapes need to be removed and re-taped

Clip-in & Halo Extensions

These are for daily use. Clip ins are just that, you clip them into your hair. Halo extensions come as a weft with a thin piece of fishing line that goes over the top of your head, securing the weft (like a headband).

Easy to install yourself

Limited hairstyles
May slip or fall off

Extensions can be a great service for those who feel like they don’t have enough hair or would like length. Talk to your stylist about extension options and what they think is right for your hair.