How much are hair extensions ?

Having long, luscious hair is every woman’s wish, but it can take years to grow. Luckily, hair extensions can help you get there within a matter of hours.

But how much are hair extensions? The average cost ranges from £20 to £200, depending on the type of extension you choose. For example, temporary hair extensions (clip-in or tape-in) cost less than permanent extensions.

The following cost guide will help you factor important considerations behind each type of extension and how much it will cost you. Let’s take a look now:

5 Types of Hair Extension and Prices

Clip-in Extensions

This type is best suited for medium-density hair and comes in various-length strands. Each strand is clipped in and can be dyed or styled in different ways. Clip-in extensions are low-maintenance and cost around £100. If you opt for clip-in, choose 100% human hair rather than synthetic as it looks more natural and feels softer to the touch.

Tape-in Extensions

This is the easiest type of extension to maintain as you simply remove it and wash prior to gluing it to either side of your hair. It’s the perfect solution for those with thin hair. Tape-in extensions cost up to £40 and are semi-permanent.

Sew-in Extensions

This option is more versatile and lasts longer than the previous ones. It’s more permanent as the strands are sewn in. The cost is around £40. The strands can be sewn in braids or weaves with a combination method of micro rings and sewing. Unlike the previously mentioned methods that become visible over time, the sew-in extensions remain invisible even as the hair grows out.

Pre-bonded or Fusion Extensions

These are combined with your own hair using glue. They require minimal maintenance and cost up to £20. The semi-permanent, pre-bonded cold fusion extensions are applied to the hair using melted keratin glue via micro rings. Once the keratin formula cools down, it forms into a solid bond on the hair. This type of extension lasts for several months. To remove, you must obtain a hair extension tool so as not to damage your hair.

Micro-loop Extensions

Nano ring or micro rings are attached to your hair and work like a headband. They are applied to the hair through tiny wefts in small, silicon-lined bead sections. A special tool is then used to tighten and secure the bead in place. This method doesn’t require heating or gluing but it must be installed correctly in order not to damage the hair. These permanent extensions cost up to £30 and can last up to 4 months.

How Long Do Hair Extensions Last?

Depending on how you take care of your hair extensions, these products (sew-in and micro-loop methods, for example) can last anywhere between 3 and 6 months, or even up to 1 year. That said, the semi-permanent tape-ins typically don’t last longer than 2 months before the need to reapply them with glue.