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HAIR
EXTENSIONS
What
are hair extensions?
What
makes Glamour hair the best?
How are extensions applied?
This
is my first time. What do I do?
What color should I choose?
How much hair do I need?
What is a Weft?
What is the difference between regular weft and micro thin
hand tied?
How many pieces come with the hand tied?
What is the width of a 1/4 pound of hair?
Will extensions damage my hair?
Can I brush, curl and blow dry?
How do I wash them?
Can I color or perm the extension hair?
What about coloring my own hair?
What types of products should I use?
Can I swim and go in the ocean?
Will anyone know I am wearing them?
How long will my hair last?
CLIP ON HAIR EXTENSIONS
What
color do I choose?
Should I choose straight or wavy hair?
How much hair do I need?
Are extensions hard to put in?
Will extensions damage my hair?
How do I care for my new extensions?
Can I color my extensions?
Can I brush my hair with my extensions
in?
Can I wear my extensions to bed?
Can I cut my extensions?
What products should I use
on my hair extensions?
Will hair extensions work
with curly hair?
Will hair extensions work with real
thin hair?
Can I make highlights and
lowlights with clip on extensions?
This is
adding hair to your own hair by means of fusion (strand by
strand), weaving, braiding, bonding, seamless, clips and more. There are many variations
to all of these techniques and stylists call these by different
names. I will be educating you on the most popular terms.
Extensions are usually applied
by a stylist but many customers are doing this at home. Human
hair extensions can be cut, curled and styled. Back
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One
company can be better than another and sell better hair.
The most important things are choosing hair and the processing.
Only the best raw hair is chosen before it is treated. This is high
quality, healthy and strong hair. This produces a higher grade of
extension hair that will last longer without tangling or drying.
Processing is vital. Many companies process hair differently. Different
processing makes different qualities of hair. We sell the worlds
best hair.
Remi
Cuticle hair
-The ultimate luxury in hair. The healthiest hair is hand
picked strand by strand. This ensures all cuticles are laying
in the same direction. Our cuticle hair is superior quality,
soft to the touch. Long lasting and tangle
free. The weft is sewn to help eliminate shedding.
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Fusion,
Strand by Strand, or Pre-Tipped Hair - This is a process done strand by strand in small sections. Using
heated adhesive sticks and glue gun made for hair
extensions, extension hair is added directly to your
own hair. Hair can be bought already cut, weft removed
and pre tipped with adhesive, a purging tool is used to
warm the adhesive and apply it to your hair. Your
hair lies over the top for a natural look. We sell a starter
kit with glue gun video and all items you need to
use a gun and adhesive sticks method and we sell pre tipped
hair with the tool. Please see supplies or
pre tipped Bodywave or Straight hair.
Weaving
- This
is a process which you create a corn row or track around the head
and close to the scalp. Extension
hair is sewn on the tracks. Your own hair lays over the tracks
for a natural look. (click here for
supplies)
Bonding
- This
is the easiest method. A bonding glue is
applied onto the weft of the extension hair and then applied at
the root of your hair. This is a temporary method. We sell bonding
glue and remover. (click here for supplies)
Clip
ins
- Clips have been sewn onto human extensions
hair. You may clip these in and out yourself. Clips can be purchased
from us and sewn on a ¼ pound of hair yourself or you may order
Beautiful clip in extensions made
by Raquel Welch already done. (click
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Mini-Links - This method uses no glue, no heat, no remover and also no damage to the hair.
Small circular links are used. Your own hair is pulled through in small pieces
with a tool that looks like a crochet hook then the pre tipped hair is put inside
the link and it is squeezed tight. To remove use pinchers to open the link.
Hair can be reused. Weaves can be done with links. Make a row of links and sew
extensions hair to the links. You can also use a link in certain spots that
may be lifting to hold it down or make it to your next appointment. Links are
also used to make a circle and sew down a hairpiece or to hold down wigs. The
plus is no glue and no heat and they are very small so they lay really flat
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Tape on and seamless - This is a hot new product. The wefted part of the hair is made from a polyurethane really thin flat strip that is already pre taped with a stick double sided tape. You just pull the backing off and apply the hair. Easy to do yourself. It lasts 1-5 days or you can add the adhesive we sell and it lasts several months. This is the new wave of the movie stars as the hair lies flat to the head no one knows you are wearing them if they touch your head. They are very comfortable to wear and easy to apply. Please see EasyTape Seamless hair extensions
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Choose whether you want to apply them yourself or have a professional put them in. Choose
the color that matches your own hair, a length and
curl pattern. There are 3
methods that can be done by your self, clip ons,
bonding and seamless. This also depends on how skilled you are doing your own hair. You may want help from a friend. All other methods need a professional or someone
who is skilled with this. You may also take your new hair
to an extensionist to have hair added. The most important part
of hair extensions is the right hair. By purchasing the hair
yourself, you are in charge of this very important decision and will save money.
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When choosing a color to match your own hair, choose a color
that matches your hair from the middle to the ends. Never
buy hair the color of your out growth as that is always darker.
The blending of your hair on the bottom part is most important.
We sell color rings so you can get an exact match. Glamour
hair comes in many beautiful shades to choose from.
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Each person is different depending on how thick the hair is wanted, where it is being placed, head size, how it is being applied, styled or cut etc. Since we cannot do a face to face consultation this is a guide only. If possible see a professional for guidance.
Seamless: We recommend 1 – 2 packages for thin to medium of hair.
Weft hair and pre tipped hair: We recommend: ¼ to ½ pound for thin to medium hair. Thicker hair and fuller longer styles may need more. Pre tipped hair: 130 pieces = approx. ¼ pound. Weft hair is sold by the ¼ pound weight and not the width.
You may need more hair if:
Choosing straight hair since it lays flatter.
Choosing 22” or longer since you get more hair in length versus width and fullness.
Your hair is thick, you have heavy layers or a bob cut. Back to Top
Strands
of hair which have been sewn along one edge to create a line
of hair. Back to Top
Hand Tied: The wefts have been pre cut to approximately
10 inch pieces and have been sewn by hand to make the smallest
wefting possible for the most invisible look. Pieces should
not be cut or they will unravel. The smallness of the Hand
tied weft is great for weaving. Hand tied hair can be cut
from the weft to use for fusions.
Regular weft: this hair is not cut into pieces but
is one continuous weft that can be cut. The weft is slightly
larger than the hand tied. Our remi hair regular weft is also
a very flat nice small weft. Hint: To help against shedding
after you cut the weft add some bonding glue on the edges.
Hair is measured by the ¼ pound. These pieces (approximately
10 inch) are hand sewn so the amount of hair in each piece
can differ. How many pieces you receive also depends on the
length you choose. You will get more pieces with 14-inch hair
than you would 22-inch hair.
Hair is sold by the ¼ pound and not by the width of
the weft. Human hair can be sewn a little thicker or thinner
on the weft. This is why you want to order by the ¼
pound and not measure the weft. You want to get an exact ¼ pound of hair for your money.
Extensions should not damage your hair if properly cared for
and maintained. You must be careful brushing. If you have
a tangle, hold the hair while you brush it especially if your
hair is fragile. Have them redone about every 6 weeks.
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Absolutely! This is your new hair. Curl it and have fun.
Though you can wash everyday you will find that your extensions
hair will stay clean and curled for days. Wake up too late
this morning? No problem. Your hair still looks great! This does not apply to all hair curl patterns. Deep wave and very curly textures you may not want to brush out or it can get frizzy. This hair let air dry, use a wide tooth comb if you choose and scrunch. Please note hair will dry out sooner when using blow dryers and hot implements. Air drying is a great idea.
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Wash the hair in one direction. From top
to bottom. Avoid washing hair upside down in the sink.
Use shampoos and conditioners that are for dry hair and add
the most moisture. Wash hair right after swimming. When brushing
your hair, start from the bottom and work your way up while
holding the top part to keep it from shedding or stretching. Back to Top
The great thing about our human hair is it comes with the perm in it and you can choose your color. Because the hair has been processed and sterilized we do not advise doing any more chemical treatments on it as it can easily be ruined or not come out the color you want. If you do decide to it is best to use a semi permanent color or color conditioner and not peroxide.
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You or your stylist may definetly color your own hair. Just
color the area of hair that has been left out of the extensions.
Careful not to get color on the extensions hair as it grabs
color really fast.
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Moisture is the most important thing. Please do not use products
for oily hair or strippers that take out chlorine or product
build up. These leave the hair dry. Use styling products that are zero or low alcohol.
Products for dry hair are the best. We recommend using only our hair care products. Spray in conditioners
and glossifiers are wonderful for the ends.
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You may go in swimming pools and hot tubs. It is best to wash
hair right after swimming. Avoid getting hair in salt water
as the salt can take all the moisture out of the hair and
it tangle. Never braid your hair and go in salt water. It
is best to wear it down. Add
a spray in conditioner after swimming.
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No one should be able to tell. Choosing the right color and
curl pattern is important. With the right application you
will know they are there but no one else will.
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There are many factors. First you want to buy the very best Remi hair, use the right products and care for it properly so they will last longer. The best hair will tangle less and not shed as much. All human hair sold for hair extensions are processed and sterilized, colored, sometimes permed and is not raw hair, it does not have the natural oils your own hair does and dries out and thins from brushing over time. Even the best hair need to be replaced.
Each person is different, depending on climate, water, products used, care for the hair, brushing, using blow dryers and hot irons, how it was applied, swimming, how often washed, etc. Due to all these factors no one can give an exact amount of days hair will last. Companies that do this are misleading as each person has different circumstances. They can last for many months or be easily ruined if not cared for properly.
Glamour Hair sells the longest lasting best Remi hair on the market. We love hair extensions and wear them ourselves. We want the most beautiful quality longest lasting hair that money can buy. We want to look beautiful and don't want anyone knowing we are wearing extensions. No frizzy dried out hair for us or our customers!:)
CLIP ON HAIR EXTENSIONS
We provide color charts and sell color rings
for each brand so you can choose the perfect color for you.
When choosing a color choose a shade that matches your own
hair or slightly lighter. Match the middle and ends of your
hair and not the new outgrowth. *Colors may be represented
differently on different computer monitors. Back
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Straight extensions are nice for straight styles
that you do not wish to have much curl. Body wave extensions
are so versatile because they can be worn straight or curled.
They are fuller due to the wave. Back to Questions
One set is usually enough. You may like more
than one set of clip ons if: you are going quite a bit longer
than your own hair, your hair is thick or you have a short
haircut. You can add as much hair as you like making your
new hair extensions as thick or long as you want. Back
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Easy to apply extensions are do it yourself
and fun to apply. At first you may need a little help but
in no time you will be putting your hair in and out in minutes.
The clips are very secure and easy to put in. You do not have
to be a stylist and can do this in the privacy of your own
home. Each brand comes with easy instructions showing how
to apply the hair. You can view our videos to see how to apply
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No, they will not damage your own hair. Clip
on extensions are a great alternative to weaving, braiding
and adhesive hair extensions, which can damage your own hair.
Clip ons can give your head a rest and help healthy hair grow.
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Easy! Each brand comes with care instructions.
You will shampoo and condition with a mild shampoo for dry
hair. You do not have to do this often. Extension hair does
not get as dirty as your regular hair. The less you wash them
the longer they will last. Use a leave in detangler or glossifier.
Use only low settings on curling irons and blow dryers. *Let
hair dry naturally if you can. Caruso steamrollers are great
for extensions because they add moisture to the hair. Back
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Clip on extensions have already been processed so we do not recommend processing them again. There is no guarantee they will come out the color you want. If you decide to color the extensions use semi permanent colors or color conditioners and shampoos. Before coloring the entire set use the tester pieces that are included with your new hair.
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Yes, brush them lightly and carefully so they
are not pulled out of place once you have applied them. Back
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We recommend taking them out before your go
to bed. This keeps the hair from
tangling while sleeping and they are easy to put back in.
The great advantage to clip on extensions is being able to
take them off at night. Back to Questions
Yes, you can cut the extensions. The hair tends
to be a bit thinner towards the end of the extensions just
like real hair grows. We recommend giving them a trim or cut
to get the style you are looking for and to clean up the ends.
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Use products for dry hair. Avoid products for
oily or normal hair or clarifiers. Use a mild shampoo, conditioner
and leave in detangler. Use detanglers and glossifers lightly.
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Clip on hair extensions come in straight and
a slight wave and do not work with curly hair unless your
hair is straightened. Back to Questions
Yes, depending on the severity of the thinning.
You will need enough hair to lie over the top of the weft
and clip to cover it. Backcombing the hair above the weft
can help hide the weft and clip. Backcombing and hair spraying
the hair where you will attach the clip helps make the clip
even more secure. Back to Questions
Yes, this is also a great way to save your
hair from the damage coloring can do. Choose 1 set of clip
ons to match your base color and choose 1 set in a shade lighter
for highlights or darker for low lights. Clip them in alternating
the colors. Back to Questions
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