Choose your hair extensions | Expert hair extensions

Hair extensions are ideal to enhance a hairstyle and thus always remain beautiful and elegant. However, there are a large number of application techniques. You can therefore choose your extensions according to the nature and length of your hair. Your budget as well as the duration of the extensions must also be taken into account at the time of the installation.

The different types of hair extensions

At Expert hair extensions, we offer 5 different methods to give your hair more length and mass:

Clip in hair extensions have metal clips, the clip-ins. They are suitable for all hair types and are available in natural or synthetic versions. You can find clip-in extensions from 18 to 28 Inches and in three different shapes: straight, curly and curly. Clip in hair extensions require no expertise and can be removed at any time.

Micro ring hair extensions are natural hair extensions, they do not require any bonding products and therefore respect the hair perfectly. Micro ring hair extensions must be set by a hairdresser for an optimal result. You will find Micro ring hair extensions from 18 to 28 Inches adapted to your hair type (curly, straight).

Pre bonded hair extensions are also suitable for all hair types, they are made of keratin to give more flexibility to the hair. The advantage of this type of extension? They are available in several weights in order to densify the hair according to your preferences.

Micro loop hair extensions are equipped with "lasso" attachments that ensure a long-lasting hold without damaging the hair. Micro loop hair extensions have padded connectors that protect natural hair strands from breaking. To apply this type of extension, you simply insert a strand of hair into the connector equipped with a hook or a wick.

Weaving hair is the thinnest method of hair extension, and is mostly used for frizzy hair, although it is suitable for all hair types.

How to choose the hair extension colour?

For a natural effect, it is important to choose the right colour for your extensions. Make sure you first refer to the colour of the tip of your hair to determine the shade of the extension. Never take into account the colour of your roots! By referring to the colour of the tips, you will ensure that the visual transition between natural hair and extensions is perfectly invisible.

How to apply hair extensions?

Depending on the type of extensions you have selected, you can either go to the hairdresser or do the installation yourself. However, for a natural result, we recommend that you have your hairdresser do it for you!

The method of application of the extensions varies according to the type of extensions you have selected. Regardless of the type of extension, you should proceed strand by strand after having defined your hair by making a horizontal parting. For ease of use, you can tie up the hair you are not working on!

Hair extensions that can be applied at home

Some hair extensions do not necessarily require a hairdresser to install them. However, for a perfect result, we recommend that you use two mirrors: one in front of you and one behind you. This will allow you to check that your extensions are straight and well attached to your hair. To make this home extension session even more enjoyable, you can also ask a friend to help you!

Clip in hair extensions

Clip-in extensions are the easiest to use, so they can be used on a daily basis to make your hair denser. It will take you only 5 minutes to put the whole set of extensions on your head, to do this you just have to clip the different strands directly under your hair. Clip-in extensions can only be worn during the day, if you forget to remove them at night, you risk creating knots and damaging your natural hair.

Tape in hair extensions

This type of extension is also quite easy to use and does not require an appointment with a professional. It is a cold application, the extension is held to the scalp with adhesive strips. You simply attach a strand of hair between two strips to achieve a denser head of hair.

Micro loop hair extensions

Loop extensions have rings that are very easy to use and are also called cold extensions. Each extension has a ring that must be tightened with a clip. The base of the strand has a lasso to help you slide your hair into the ring. Once the strand has been correctly positioned, the lasso comes off.

Hair extensions that require a hairdresser

To get long, shiny, dense hair, it is sometimes necessary to go to your hairdresser. Here are the extensions that require the help of a professional.

Pre bonded hair extensions

This type of extension requires a particular technicality, because they need heat to be stuck durably. Keratin hair extensions must be applied with great precision, as the keratin is heated and then glued directly to your hair fibre, a few millimetres from your skull. The Pre bonded hair extensions are fixed with a heating clamp, strand by strand, in a very meticulous way. You understand that to avoid burning yourself and to correctly apply the strands, it is better to call on a hairdresser!

Weaving

This is the most meticulous and refined method of extension, and is generally used on afro or mixed race hair that is strong enough to withstand the application. It is a cold method that does not require glue or keratin: natural hair is braided flush with the skull and then sewn onto strips of extensions. Only a hairdresser is able to sew the hair extension wefts in a natural and durable way.

Maintenance tips for hair extensions

Washing your extensions

To care for your hair extensions, start by detangling them with warm water using up and down movements before applying your shampoo. For shiny, moisturized hair, turn to gentle shampoos that are free of silicones and sulfates.

Apply conditioner

Conditioner nourishes and moisturizes your extensions. First, start with a gentle massage as you normally do on natural hair. Then, brush it up and down to loosen the knots.

Combing your hair extensions

Brushing hair extensions requires special care to avoid damaging the ends. So gather the lengths in one hand and use a soft brush to do so.