Top 5 Tips for Styling Hair Extensions

There’s a reason why the hair industry is worth $47 billion and wearing hair extensions is a big one. Hair extensions make it possible to play with your look on the regular.

If you’ve cut your hair too short and find yourself missing that mane or want the best of both worlds, it’s time to learn how to style hair extensions. If you love switching up your do, styling hair extensions is the best way to keep up with yourself.

No more honing in on one hairdo. If you want to rock a short bob one day and long locks the next, you’re in the right place.

Here’s what to know.

Styling Hair Extensions

Hair extensions don’t only extend your hair, they extend your look. They give options to those whose hair wouldn’t otherwise allow.

How Do Hair Extensions Work?

Hair extensions need styling before you put them on. They can be cleaned, dried, crimped, or straightened as you would your usual hair.

Hair extension portions, called wefts, are made of real human hair. If you’re buying hair extensions, you’ll notice they have different kinds. There are:

• Clip-ins
  • The standard snap-on extensions
• Halos
  • That wrap your scalp with wire
• Microbeads
  • Beaded extensions that crimp sections of your hair
• Weaves
  • Semi-permanent as part of your everyday look
• Pre-bonded
  • Semi-permanent, as they use keratin or glue

Once you know why you want hair extensions, you’ll know which makes sense for you. Then, you’ll want to learn how to style hair extensions to achieve your desired look.

1. Braided

If braiding your hair extensions, consider many small braids or one thick one to thread into your hair. You could even braid the extension and your own hair to make a braid inside a braid!

2. Ponytail

If you’re sportin’ that classic Ariana Grande look, you’ll need a thick ponytail. Be sure to flip your head upside down and attach the extensions from underneath for easy application.

Decide if you prefer a straight or wavy pony to style the extensions accordingly.

3. Layered

If you want more volume, stack two or three wefts on top of each other. You can stagger the wefts or lay them on top of each other depending on your preferred look.

4. Straight

There’s nothing wrong with the classic long, straight locks look. Straighten your extensions and your hair separately so both are uniform once you apply them.

Styling hair extensions can handle the heat, but be careful brushing. Start from the bottom and work your way up so as not to tug on the extension.

5. Feathered

Feathered locks are similar to the layered look but it’s best for wavy or curly hair. Crimp or curl your extensions and pepper them in under your hair to influence how your hair lays.

Be sure to learn more about styling hair extensions before testing out your new look!

Happy Hair Extensions

Styling hair extensions well ensures a lasting investment. Among an ever-changing fashion culture with daily looks and styles, it’s good to know how to wear hair extensions.

If you’ve wished for longer or thicker hair, now’s your time to have it. Let wearing hair extensions liberate you from your former hair limitations.

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