{"id":141570,"date":"2019-06-07T02:00:19","date_gmt":"2019-06-07T09:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=141570"},"modified":"2020-08-05T14:37:27","modified_gmt":"2020-08-05T21:37:27","slug":"hair-extensions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/hair-extensions\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Things to Know Before Getting Hair Extensions"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to hair extensions, it can either look like long, voluminous locks or totally fake. To help you find the most suitable extensions for you, two experts share everything you need to know below.<\/p>\n

Speak with experts<\/strong>
\n\u201cTalk to the experts and find the best option for you,\u201d says Angelo David Pisacreta<\/a>, creative director of Angelo David Salon. \u201cMeeting with an expert consultant will allow you to establish the perfect hair extensions based on your needs,” he adds.<\/p>\n

Look for high-quality extensions<\/strong>
\n\u201cYou want to have the highest quality 100% Remy hair extensions, so it looks natural,\u201d says Lisa Richards<\/a>, co-founder of RPZL. Splurge on quality as many conventional and cheap extensions can actually cause damage to your tresses.<\/p>\n

Do your research<\/strong>
\n\u201cIt’s important to do research on the brand you decide to use,\u201d says Richards. Not all extensions brands (and methods!) are created equally.<\/p>\n

Make sure the extensions suit your lifestyle<\/strong>
\n\u201cAlways pick the right extensions for your lifestyle,\u201d suggests Richards. There are different types of hair extensions \u2013 including clip-ins, tape, and keratin \u2013 to choose from. It’s a matter of figuring out which type best fits your lifestyle.<\/p>\n

Explore the different options\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cI recommend trying clip-in extensions if you’re a beginner as they’re a great starting point for anyone looking for a temporary switch up,\u201d explains Richards. \u201cYou should also consider tape extensions as they’re held in place with strong invisible bi-adhesive premium tape that\u2019s undetectable to the touch,\u201d Richards adds. These kinds of extensions usually last for up to eight weeks. \u201cThe third choice is keratin extensions.” They are attached with a high-tech process that binds them with sound activation and keratin attachments and they typically last for three months or more.<\/p>\n

Get the right color match<\/strong>
\n\u201cBeing off even by a shade is a dead give away that you\u2019re wearing faux hair,\u201d Richards warns. Be sure to color match your extensions with the ends of your locks (not the roots), and go with the color that matches your natural hair.<\/p>\n

You don’t need to spend a fortune on good extensions<\/strong>
\n\u201cYou don\u2019t need to spend thousands of dollars on good hair extensions,\u201d Richards says. In fact, there are plenty of affordable options on the market that are just as effective and natural as its pricey counterparts.<\/p>\n

Take care of your extensions at home<\/strong>
\n\u201cYou do need to take care of your extensions properly, and invest in the right products,\u201d Richards advises. “I recommend using a sulfate-free shampoo and a highly moisturizing conditioner or hair mask to maintain the condition of the hair.”<\/p>\n

Get a good brush<\/strong>
\n\u201cTools like the Flex Brush<\/a> are perfect in maintaining hair extensions,\u201d says Pisacreta. This brush is highly effective in detangling the extensions and keeping the hair soft.<\/p>\n

Extensions shouldn’t be uncomfortable<\/strong>
\n\u201cYou shouldn’t experience any pain or great discomfort after getting extensions,\u201d notes Richards. If you do, be sure to go straight back to your stylist to get them repositioned.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t wear your extensions longer than you should<\/strong>
\n\u201cWhen people say extensions damage your hair, that\u2019s because they weren\u2019t professionally removed,\u201d says Richards. You have to maintain them within the appropriate time frames \u2013 you don’t want to be wearing six-week extensions for any longer than that!<\/p>\n

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