Who can have capillary extensions?

The hair extensions are for all those who dream to lengthen their hair from 30 to 60 cm illico presto. They are also perfect for giving volume, catching a gradient too short or stylizing a cut. All hair types are entitled to hair extensions. But the technique is not the same according to the nature of our hair (fine, thick, European or ethnic). The choice of the lounge is therefore very important to avoid damaging its mane and end up with a real battlefield on the head. The ideal base for extensions is a short square (shoulders) without gradient (to avoid showing the base of the strands). The length of the hair should be about ten centimeters . The right test? To be able to gather them in pony-tail . Underneath, hair that is too short usually has an unattractive result (the locks are visible) and the number of locks may be too high and break the hair.

And on fine hair? Yes, extensions can be applied even when you have fine hair, provided you have a lot and that they are healthy. To make sure of the good health of her hair , plate them back with both hands. If the regrowths are numerous, this proves their fragility. In this case, extensions could damage the roots in the long run.

How long to keep its extensions?

For all these poses of capillary extensions, the observation remains the same: no more than 3 to 4 months of pose. Indeed, although most extensions to keratin or connectors do not seem to be damaged, after a period of 4 months, it is necessary to leave a little breathe his hair. Not only do the hair not breathe under the extensions but in addition the regrowth of the hair begins to see itself (yes the natural hair continues to grow under the extensions). It is therefore avoided to leave them any longer. For curly hair, growing slower than smooth hair, it is possible to leave the extensions 5 months maximum maximum , this depends on the nature of the hair. If we are a fan of our new hair, we prefer the pauses of 1 to 3 months between each pose (maximum 2 to 3 poses per year) and avoid the holidays (sun and sea do not mix with extensions).

Do extensions damage the hair?

No, if the hairdresser uses a very small attachment point. Do not panic if you feel that your hair falls massively once the extensions are removed. These tend to retain hair and prevent them from falling naturally. When one knows that one loses a hundred a day, it is normal that the fall seems stronger after being slowed down 4 months.

How much does it cost to install extensions?

The price of a wick is about 5 € and it takes on average 100 to 150 to change head. A tip: to avoid unpleasant surprises, ask for a quote before embarking on the hair extensions. The most interesting packages are those that include laying, cutting, tracking and removing extensions.