Buying Hair Extensions? "Learn How Much Hair Volume To Add"

Once women understand the different types of hairextensions and their many methods of application, they can then move on to determining how much hair they actually need to purchase. As a general rule, the average head needs about 100 to 120 strands of hair extensions to complete the process; however, different brands come packaged with different strand amounts, and weft hair is determined differently, which further complicates matters. Overall, the hair amount will depend on a number of things, such as the wearer’s natural hair features, as well as the type of hair she plans to purchase.

Hair Length

Women should first consider their desired hair length when trying to assess how much hair to buy for extensions. Buyers may purchase longer strands of hair, but they should be aware that the longer the strand, the smaller the width, which makes for thin hair. A buyer wishing to purchase longer hair extensions will need more strands than a buyer wishing to purchase shorter ones.

Hair Thickness

Next, women need to consider their own hair’s natural thickness before buying extensions. If the buyer’s hair is thin, she will need to purchase more strands or thicker wefts in order to get their desired look.

Strand or Weft

Lastly, women will need to decide whether they want  single strand or weft hair before deciding how much hair to buy. If they wish to purchase weft hair, they will need to assess its weight, which should average anywhere between 75 to 250 grams, based on hair length. If they wish to purchase single strands, the average is about 100-120 strands per head.

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Methods Of Application Of Hair Extensions

Hair extensions can be applied in myriad ways. Some methods can be done at home, while some methods require that a professional do it.

Weft Tape

A skin weft tape in hair extension differs from other methods of applying hair extensions in that no glue is used in the application process. Instead, double-sided tape is used to secure sections of human hair to one’s head. The weft process is simple and quick, reusable, and will last up to six weeks. The tape is invisible and the hair can be colored and styled like one’s own hair. Because of the ease with which this type of extension can be applied, they can be applied at home with the assistance of a friend.

Bonding

When one is interested in adding volume or colored hair extension streaks for a temporary look that will allow them to experiment with different hairstyles, bonding is a good choice. With this method, small tracks of hair are glued to the scalp at the root of the hair. This is a temporary extension that is good for about a week. The extension is secured to the hairline with one of two types of hair glue.

Tracking

Tracking involves the application of hair extension to concentric circles of braided hair on the head. Eight to fifteen rows can be sewn to the concentric braids, depending upon how much fullness or length is desired.

Fusion

Fusion is a very versatile, natural-looking type of hair extension. With this method, hair is glued to natural hair with a glue gun, which provides a very natural look. This is a very costly and time-consuming method of applying hair extensions, but the extensions can be treated like natural hair.

Netting

Netting extensions involves the application of human or synthetic hair extensions by sewing extensions to a net that is covering the natural hair. Care must be taken when washing this type of extension as the hair can start developing mildew under the extension if it is not thoroughly dried each time the hair is washed.

Tree Braiding

This method is also called the ‘cornrow method’. Extensions are braided into existing hair that has been braided into cornrows.

Clip-In and Clip-On Hair Extensions

Clip-on hair extensions are temporary but do not have any of the disadvantages other types of extensions may have. Extensions of human or synthetic hair are sewn to toupee clips that are then clipped to the natural hair. One can wear clip-ons for long periods of time, take them off or put them on easily, and they are very comfortable to wear.

Micro Braiding

With micro braiding, long hair extensions are merged into the hair by braiding human or synthetic hair sections in with one’s own hair, incorporating the braid directly into the hair without glue or tape. It is time consuming as a complete application can take up to 15 hours to complete, but the extensions will last for several months using this application method.

Difference Between Curly & Wavy Hair Extensions

"Curly hair" and "wavy hair" are often used interchangeably, but the hair types have several differences. Curly types and wavy types of hair differ in curl tightness, thickness and textures.

Although curly hair and wavy hair are thought by many people to be the same, wavy hair is actually a type of curly hair. The three main categories of curly hair are curly, wavy and kinky. Curly hair is often thought of as coarse in texture, but it is actually soft. It also has a reputation for being thick; while that is often true, curly hair also can be fine. Kinky hair is the tightest curl type specific to people of African descent. 

Even if curls are fine in texture, curly hair has a thick appearance. The curls often begin at the scalp and keep their shape down to the hair tips,  Wavy hair is often wavy at the bottom and flat closer to the scalp

People with waves or curls should use a diff-user when blow drying their hair. Diff-users are hairdryer attachments that diffuse the air. As a result, curls are not blown straight or turned to frizz in the drying process. To keep curls tight, a low hairdryer setting is preferable while scrunching hair between fingers and oscillating the dryer. After drying, mousse or pomade can be applied, giving curls and waves body rather than weighing them down. Curls should never be combed or brushed when dry.

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