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- How to select and buy hair extensions<\/a><\/li>\n
- Should you buy temporary or permanent hair extensions?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Different hair extension installation methods<\/a><\/li>\n
- Which texture of hair extension should you get?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Which length of hair extension should you get?<\/a><\/li>\n
- What weight hair extension should you get?<\/a><\/li>\n
- How many grams of hair extensions do you need?<\/a><\/li>\n
- How to choose the right color for your hair extensions?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hair extension grades (aaaa, aaaaa+ explained)<\/a><\/li>\n
- Double drawn vs. Single drawn hair extensions<\/a><\/li>\n
- Common questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\n1 <\/span>How to Select and Buy Hair Extensions<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
If you\u2019re buying hair extensions for the first time, picking the right texture, color, weight, and length can be intimidating. But don\u2019t worry! Below, you\u2019ll find a detailed and informative guide to give you all the knowledge you need to select and buy the perfect hair extensions for you.<\/p>\n
There are hundreds of hair extension options available. How do you know what is best for you? The best first step is to choose whether you want temporary or permanent hair extensions and which installation type is right for you!<\/p>\n
\n\n2 <\/span>Should You Buy Temporary or Permanent Hair Extensions?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nDeciding whether you want temporary or permanent hair extensions depends on how you\u2019d like to use them. For instance, how do you prefer them installed, and what\u2019s your budget?<\/p>\n
While all<\/em> hair extensions are technically “temporary,\u201d permanent hair extensions can be worn for 2-3 months at a time before needing adjustment due to hair growth. On the other hand, short-term hair extensions are worn for special events or daily use and removed at night.<\/p>\n
Temporary Hair Extensions<\/h3>\n
Temporary hair extensions include flip-ins and clip-ins. Clip-ins tend to provide increased volume and length. Flip-ins, however, increase just the length without much impact on volume. Both are easy to install and can be attached in 1-10 minutes.<\/p>\n
Women use short-term hair extensions for special occasions or as an easy daily wear alternative to permanent hair extensions.<\/p>\n
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Permanent Hair Extensions<\/h3>\n
While not permanent, permanent hair extensions don\u2019t have to be removed at night as temporary hair extensions do. For example, you can attach these extensions by various methods, including ring loops or tips, glue, tape, and more. They can last anywhere from 4 weeks to 2 months if you care for them well. See our list below for the most common permanent hair extension installation methods.<\/p>\n
\n\n3 <\/span>Different Hair Extension Installation Methods<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Cold Fusion vs. Heat Fusion<\/h4>\n
You may see hair extensions listed as “cold fusion\u201d or “heat fusion.\u201d It simply tells you whether or not the hair extension needs heat\u2014usually a special heat fusion tool\u2014to attach the extension.<\/p>\n
Temporary Hair Extensions and Installation Methods<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nClip-In Hair Extensions<\/h4>\n
Overview:<\/strong> Small clips on hair wefts clip into hair; at-home daily (or special event) installation<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 2-10 minutes<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> Special event or daily wear (removed at night)<\/p>\n
Clip-in hair extensions are the most popular extensions in our store, and for good reason: they are super easy to attach and remove without damaging your hair. Because of the fast and easy installation process, they are preferred by clients who do not want to spend time in the hair salon.<\/p>\n
Clip-in hair extensions<\/strong><\/a> come in wefts, a hair industry term for a section of hair extension with a woven top. In clip-in hair extensions, these wefts have snapping clips that are used to attach the extension to your hair.<\/p>\n
On average, a quality clip-in hair extension will come with 6-10 wefts used on different parts of your head. There is usually one large weft for the back of your head and additional wefts that can be strategically placed around your scalp for body and volume.<\/p>\n
Lift your hair and snap the clips near the roots to attach clip-ins. Hair extensions are attached behind your natural hair to ensure blending and to cover the clip or another installation mechanism. Some cheap clip-ins will have metal tips to cut costs, but premium clip-in hair extension brands like AiryHair use a silicone coating to prevent tangling and hair cutting.<\/p>\n
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Flip-In Hair Extensions<\/h4>\n
Overview:<\/strong> A single weft of hair with a halo of wire that fits snugly on the scalp; at-home daily installation<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 1-3 minutes<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> Daily wear (removed at night)<\/p>\n
Flip-ins use a flipped wire installed at the crown of your hair. This temporary hair extension type is also often called instant hair extension. With practice, these extensions can be installed at home in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n
Since flip-ins give you just one layer of hair extension, , flip-ins are best used<\/strong><\/a> when you\u2019re only interested in extending hair length, not hair volume.<\/p>\n
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Permanent Hair Extensions and Installation Methods<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nWhile not technically “permanent,\u201d these hair extensions are meant to be worn for several weeks for a more permanent, easier, and natural look. Some permanent hair extensions can be installed at home, while others sometimes require help from a professional hairstylist.<\/p>\n
Tape-In Hair Extensions<\/h5>\n
Overview:<\/strong> A single weft of hair with a halo of wire that fits snugly on the scalp; at-home daily installation<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 10-30 minutes<\/p>\n
Home or Salon:<\/strong> At-home installation<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> 6-8 weeks, then need to be moved up to account for hair growth<\/p>\n
Tape-in hair extensions are our second most popular product at AiryHair. This is because these hair extensions are easy to apply and remove without damaging your hair. Above all, you can wear them longer than temporary hair extension options, lasting up to 6-8 weeks as long as proper maintenance techniques are used.<\/p>\n
When properly cared for, these extensions will last six months or longer, only needing to have placement and tape readjusted as your hair grows.<\/p>\n
Tape-in extensions are also popular because they don\u2019t need to be applied by a professional stylist. You can easily apply them at home! Your package will come with 20 to 40 tapes (we recommend two to three packs). Cheap extensions sometimes have colored tape, which we do not recommend since it doesn\u2019t blend well into your hair. AiryHair tape-in extensions come with invisible tape.<\/p>\n
To apply, lift a small section of hair, peel the protective layer off your AiryHair extension tape, and apply it under the hair section. Then, take another extension, peel the protective layer off the tape, put it on top of this hair section, and squeeze. Your hair should be sandwiched between the two tapes.<\/p>\n
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Micro Ring Loop Hair Extensions<\/h4>\n
Overview:<\/strong> Pre-attached loops attached to hair strands<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 30-60 minutes<\/p>\n
Home or Salon:<\/strong> At-home installation<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> 6-8 weeks, then need minor adjustments to account for hair growth<\/p>\n
Micro Ring Loops come in packs of 100 strands. Unlike i-tips that require additional beads, micro ring extensions come with everything pre-attached. Poor-quality hair extension companies have poor-quality loops that sometimes don\u2019t attach properly or don\u2019t have tube colors that match the hair extension. AiryHair is proud to be one of the few brands that use high-quality tubes and dyes them to match the tone of your new hair.<\/p>\n
The installation process is simple. To install micro ring loop hair extensions, insert a strand of your hair through the tube, then pull the loop that secures it. This allows you to focus on specific spots to build volume and length as desired.<\/p>\n
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Nano Ring Tip and I-Tip Hair Extensions<\/h4>\n
<\/p>\nOverview:<\/strong> Hair is pulled through a ring at the end of the extension and secured by closing the ring with pliers<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 30-60 minutes<\/p>\n
Home or Salon:<\/strong> Salon application recommended, though at-home installation is possible<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> 6-8 weeks, then move up to account for hair growth<\/p>\n
Nano ring tip and i-tip extensions are “stick\u201d extensions. A full pack of extensions will include 100-200 strands. To install, insert small strands of your hair through the ring with the hair extension. Then, use a set of pliers to close the ring.<\/p>\n
Keep in mind that, like with all long-term hair extensions, the tips must be moved closer to the roots as time passes. With the nano ring and i-tip hair extensions, clients can usually slide them rather than install them from scratch as hair grows.<\/p>\n
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Nail\/U-Tip or Keratin<\/h4>\n
Overview:<\/strong> Strands of hair have keratin-based tips that are fused to your hair in small strands\/sections using a professional heating tool.<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Heat fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> 40-90 minutes<\/p>\n
Home or Salon:<\/strong> Salon application since requires special heating tool<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> 6-8 weeks, then you need minor adjustments to account for hair growth<\/p>\n
This is a long-lasting, very natural-looking hair extension solution. Essentially, hundreds of hair strands are attached to your existing hair using a special heating tool. Hair extension strands have a keratin-based tip (a natural protein) that fuses to your existing hair with a professional heating tool. So, if you want long-lasting results, pick these.<\/p>\n
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Hair Wefts<\/h4>\n
Overview:<\/strong> Wefts of hair that come without an attachment mechanism. This is because you can ask your stylist to customize the attachment, include sewing, gluing, or clips, or do it all yourself.<\/p>\n
Cold or Heat Fusion:<\/strong> Cold fusion<\/p>\n
Installation Time:<\/strong> Depends on application method<\/p>\n
Home or Salon:<\/strong> Salon application or use by someone with hair extension experience<\/p>\n
Length of Wear:<\/strong> Depends on application method<\/p>\n
Hair wefts are sections of hair that you can apply in various ways. This will allow you to customize your hair extension experience. Typically used by professional hairstylists, hair wefts may be applied by being sewn in (into small braids along your scalp) or glued or clipped in.<\/p>\n
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Hair Wigs<\/h4>\n
Extensions might not always be an option for clients suffering from hair loss or other health-related issues. That’s where wigs come to the rescue. AiryHair sells all the most popular wigs with a density from 120% to 200%.<\/p>\n
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\n\n3 <\/span>Which Texture of Hair Extension Should You Get?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
The answer to this question is “it depends.\u201d You want to find a hair extension with a texture most similar to your current hair texture or the texture you will have at the time of application, mostly because it is much easier for you to blend your existing hair with your hair extensions.<\/p>\n
Straight Hair Texture<\/h3>\n
If you have straight hair and love the way it looks, choose a straight hair texture! If you have curly hair and would like straight hair extensions, consider a chemical relaxer or keratin treatment, or understand that your hair will require regular styling to match the straight hair extension.<\/p>\n
Be sure to use a heat protectant spray and understand that excessive styling can cause hair extensions to not last as long.<\/p>\n
Wavy or Curly Hair Texture<\/h3>\n
If you have straight or wavy extensions, then a wavy hair texture will typically blend well with your hair. However, curly hair can sometimes be difficult to blend depending on the natural texture of your curly hair.<\/p>\n
In these cases, you may use a hair weaver to style your hair and extensions to match. You may also consider going with straight hair (yes, straight!) and asking your hairstylist to curl it.<\/p>\n
[Read More in the Hair Extension Texture Guide<\/strong><\/a>]<\/p>\n
\n\n4 <\/span>Which Length of Hair Extension Should You Get?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe length of your hair extension depends entirely on your personal preference. Use the image above to help determine where you\u2019d like the ends of your hair extension to hit.<\/p>\n
How to Use the Above Graph?<\/h5>\n
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- For body wave<\/strong>, add an additional 2 inches (5 cm) to the above measurements to achieve a similar look<\/li>\n
- For curly hair<\/strong>, add 4 inches (10 cm) to the above measurements to achieve a similar look<\/li>\n
- If you are 5.2 feet or shorter<\/strong>, subtract 2 inches (5 cm) for every 0.3 feet (10 cm)<\/li>\n
- If you are 5.3-5.5 feet tall<\/strong>, use the above picture as your guide; keep in mind that hair length may vary by person<\/li>\n
- If you are 5.6-5.9 feet tall<\/strong>, add 2 inches (5 cm) to the length of the depicted hair extension to achieve a similar look<\/li>\n
- If you are 6 feet or taller<\/strong>, add 2 inches (5 cm) to your hair extension for every 0.3 feet (10 cm) to achieve a similar look<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Hair Extension Length and Look Guide<\/h4>\n
What length of hair extension should you get?<\/p>\n
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- 14 inches (35 cm) and shorter<\/strong>. This length is great if you have shorter hair and want to add volume.<\/li>\n
- 16-18 inches (40-45 cm)<\/strong>. If you have never used hair extensions before and don\u2019t want to increase the length of your hair too much, consider going with an 18-inch extension.<\/li>\n
- 20-22 inches (50-55 cm)<\/strong>. This is our most popular length. This is because these extensions look amazing on almost everyone and create a “hair goddess\u201d effect.<\/li>\n
- 24 inches (60 cm) and longer<\/strong>. This is for clients who want to achieve the “wow\u201d factor and look like a model from a shampoo commercial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\n5 <\/span>What Weight Hair Extension Should You Get?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe next question that many women (and men) ask us is which weight of hair extensions to get.<\/p>\n
Most of the time, more weight means thicker hair. However, keep in mind that 20-inch (100g) extensions differ from 16-inch (100g) hair. Below is a guide for 18 to 22-inch (45 – 55 cm) extensions.<\/p>\n
30 – 70 Grams (0.3 – 0.7g \/ Strand)<\/h3>\n
Except for tape-in hair extensions (see why below), we advise you only to buy clip-in or other low-weight extensions if you have fragile hair or need some additional hair for styling. Otherwise, it might not cover your full head and may look unnatural.<\/p>\n
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- For tape-ins<\/strong>, we recommend either 50-gram (0.5g per strand) or 100-gram (1g per strand) extensions. Since you can combine them into any bundles you want, the weight does not matter that much.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
80 Grams (0.8g \/ Strand)<\/h3>\n
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- Women with thin hair use this weight to add volume or length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
90 – 120 Grams (0.9g – 1.2g \/ Strand)<\/h3>\n
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- One gram per strand is the “industry standard\u201d and is perfect for women with thin hair or hair of average thickness. Not only do these extensions add length, but they also increase your hair volume. The news is even better for those with thin hair, as strands of these weights give much more dramatic results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
130 – 190 Grams (1.3g – 1.9g \/ Strand)<\/h3>\n
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- Women with thick hair or average hair prefer these hair extensions. This weight is perfect for achieving a dramatic look. They are perfect for adding significant volume and length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
200 Grams and Above<\/h3>\n
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- Although some suppliers offer extensions that weigh 200 grams or more, we don\u2019t recommend wearing them (and we have been in the business for more than 11 years). Why? Such thick and heavy hair tends to put a lot of stress on your existing hair as well as your scalp, resulting in faster hair loss and overall discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
6 <\/span>How Many Grams of Hair Extensions Do You Need?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
One of the most important things when it comes to buying your new locks is ordering enough extensions to cover your full head.<\/p>\n
These are our recommendations for lengths of 18 to 24 inches. If you want to rock even more (or less volume), for every 2 inches, multiply or divide the number by 10%.<\/p>\n
Clip-in and Flip-in Style Hair Extensions<\/h3>\n
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- We recommend 60 to 100 grams for thin hair.<\/li>\n
- We suggest 120 to 180 grams for medium to thick hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
I-Tip, U-Tip, and Micro Rings Extensions<\/h3>\n
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- For thin hair, go with 100 to 140 strands at 0.5 – 0.7g each.<\/li>\n
- For medium to thick hair, we recommend 120 to 200 strands that are 1g each.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Tape-in Hair Extensions<\/h3>\n
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- If you have fine hair, get 60 to 80 pieces (30 to 40 sandwiches) at 50g each.<\/li>\n
- Choose 60 to 80 pieces at 100 grams each for thicker hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Wefts<\/h3>\n
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- Since wefts are so versatile, your existing hair thickness doesn\u2019t matter. Go for 1.5 to 2 wefts at 100 grams each.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
7 <\/span>How to Choose the Right Color for Your Hair Extensions?<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nIt can sometimes be difficult to choose the right color of hair extensions from suppliers who only have tiny pictures or small, low-quality photos. AiryHair takes care to use high-quality images in direct sunlight using professional equipment. Use our hair extension color guide to find the right color for your extension!<\/p>\n
As for which color will work best for you, this is entirely up to personal preference. Our only note is to remember the rule of thumb: lighter colors tend to make people look younger, while darker colors lend a more mature look.<\/p>\n
[View Hair Extension Color Guide<\/strong><\/a>]<\/p>\n
\n\n8 <\/span>Hair Extension Grades (AAAA, AAAAA+ Explained)<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
We\u2019ve been in the professional hair extension industry for over 11 years, and there is no such thing as hair extension grades. That’s simply a marketing tool. Suppliers use it ambiguously to label their products in a way that expresses\u2014often deceptively\u2014quality.<\/p>\n
Since these grades are unregulated and lack actual quality standards, ratings such as AAAAA+, 7A, or 10A mean nothing.<\/p>\n
In other words, ignore this marketing fluff and rely on real facts. Look for weight, whether the hair extensions are genuine Remy, and customer reviews.<\/p>\n
- Since wefts are so versatile, your existing hair thickness doesn\u2019t matter. Go for 1.5 to 2 wefts at 100 grams each.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Although some suppliers offer extensions that weigh 200 grams or more, we don\u2019t recommend wearing them (and we have been in the business for more than 11 years). Why? Such thick and heavy hair tends to put a lot of stress on your existing hair as well as your scalp, resulting in faster hair loss and overall discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Women with thick hair or average hair prefer these hair extensions. This weight is perfect for achieving a dramatic look. They are perfect for adding significant volume and length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- One gram per strand is the “industry standard\u201d and is perfect for women with thin hair or hair of average thickness. Not only do these extensions add length, but they also increase your hair volume. The news is even better for those with thin hair, as strands of these weights give much more dramatic results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Women with thin hair use this weight to add volume or length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- 16-18 inches (40-45 cm)<\/strong>. If you have never used hair extensions before and don\u2019t want to increase the length of your hair too much, consider going with an 18-inch extension.<\/li>\n
- For curly hair<\/strong>, add 4 inches (10 cm) to the above measurements to achieve a similar look<\/li>\n
- Should you buy temporary or permanent hair extensions?<\/a><\/li>\n
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