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Interested in trying extensions? Want to know more about different methods of extension application? Read on…

Trying hair extensions for the first time may be confusing. You will find that different salons offer you different solutions.

We have provided you with a comprehensive overview of different methods of extension application to help you decide which may be best for you.

So, is it Thermal Bonding, Micro Ring, Cold Bonding, Braiding, Weaving or a Quick Fix you desire? Read on to find out!

Where do I begin?

When you visit your salon, you should find out which system(s) they use to attach extensions and also whether they work with human or fibre extensions. Prior to booking your appointment for your new extensions, your salon should offer you a consultation which will help determine the type of extensions most suitable for you.

You can conduct a search for salons that offer extension services on this website.

 
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THERMAL BONDING

Bonding, often referred to as ‘micro-bonding’, is a popular method of applying European hair and is used to add highlight strands, increase volume and length. This method attaches a few strands of hair at a time to the natural hair, close to the scalp but not touching it, using a special resin formula...

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SYSTEM EX

System Ex is similar to Bonding in that it attaches a few strands of hair at a time to add highlights, volume and length. The key difference however is that unlike Bonding, System Ex is completely resin free. System Ex is a safe method of attaching hair and being resin free is considered to be the ‘Green’ alternative to Bonding. However, your technician may consider it unsuitable if your hair is very brittle or damaged...

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COLD BONDING

Cold Bonding is a temporary attachment method, which lasts up to a week, or until your next hair wash. Wefts of hair (a weft of hair is created by sewing loose hair together on a thread like band) are attached flat and close to the natural hair providing a smooth and comfortable finish...

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SEW-ON-WEAVING

Sew-on-Weaving is a traditional method used to. add volume and length without the use of any resin The attachment is very unnoticeable as hair wefts are sewn onto the natural hair which is braided underneath and cannot be seen. Weaving is a safe technique that does no damage to the client’s own hair, instead protecting it and allowing natural hair growth to continue...

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BRAIDS

Braiding is a popular method of hair styling. Braids hold your natural hair in place and protect it from daily exposure to the weather as well as wear and tear. By adding fibre hair braid styles last longer than when only using the natural hair. Braids can last up to three months when extension fibre is added. There are a number of braid styles that you may choose including corn row, normal or micro braids...

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MICRO-RING

People who have been wearing extensions applied by micro glue or resin bonds for quite a while for example, may want a change of application method, where their own hair does not come in contact with any such glue/resin. ‘Greener’ methods of applying hair extensions are becoming more popular as people diversify away from using methods consisting of adhesives...

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REMOVING HAIR EXTENSIONS

It is recommended that extensions are removed at the same salon at which your extensions were applied. Technicians that have formal training at a certified hairdressing or extensions school should also be trained on how to remove extensions properly to ensure damage limitation and does NOT recommend that clients try to do this themselves...

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