{"id":1161,"date":"2024-04-08T16:51:11","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T08:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soonghairextensions.com\/?p=1161"},"modified":"2024-04-08T16:51:12","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T08:51:12","slug":"what-types-of-hair-extensions-are-there-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soonghairextensions.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/08\/what-types-of-hair-extensions-are-there-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What types of hair extensions are there?\u00a0-3"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Temporary Extension Types<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without further ado, let’s dive into the introduction of permanent hair extension types!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEW IN HAIR EXTENSIONS<\/strong>
As the name suggests, hair extensions are sewn onto your natural hair using tools like needles and thread. (There are many sew-in methods to choose from according to personal preference.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are mainly divided into machine-made weft (which usually provides greater density and volume, can be freely cut, and includes types such as machine weft, Genius weft, Flat weft, Layer weft) and hand-tied wefts (made entirely by hand, usually thinner and more delicate, but cannot be cut, with the main type being Hand-tied weft).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 No glue or extreme heat is used during the installation process, minimizing damage to your scalp and hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Machine-made wefts can be freely trimmed for added flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Installation is more secure, invisible, and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disadvantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Requires a skilled stylist to operate, with a high technical requirement. Poor installation may risk damage to the scalp and hair follicles (if too tight or too close to the hair roots).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Installation time is lengthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Hand-tied wefts may cause discomfort due to hair regrowth (such as redness, swelling, itching).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lifespan of Sew-in Hair Extensions is generally around 1 year, depending on care and products used. Soong. Hair’s sew-in hair extensions products of full cuticle hair quality can last 1-2 years without tangles, frizz, or dry ends. However, they require maintenance every 6-8 weeks to keep them looking their best, depending on the growth rate of your natural hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TAPE-IN HAIR EXTENSIONS<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As their name suggests, you simply stick the tape-sided extensions onto your hair. Their fixing method is also known as the “sandwich” method: a piece of tape hair is placed on top and bottom, sandwiching your natural hair in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main types are General tape-in and Injection\/invisible tape in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Simple, convenient, and quick installation (the process typically takes 40-60 minutes, depending on the quantity).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Reusable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Comfortable to wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disadvantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Risk of follicle damage if taped too close to the hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Extra care is needed when using conditioners or hair products, as they may cause tape-in extensions to loosen or slip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Removal requires adhesive solvent, which may damage the hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They typically need to be reinstalled every 6-8 weeks, similar to any other extensions, depending on how well you care for them and the rate of hair growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PREBONDED HAIR EXTENSIONS<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mainly divided into Hot Fusion and Cold Fusion\/Microlink Hair Extensions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot Fusion<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hair extensions are applied to your own hair in small strands, each covered with special glue at the end, then melted with a heat clamp to the natural hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The required temperature to melt and apply bonds properly is around 200-220\u00b0C, which is why hair stylists use special shields to protect the client\u2019s scalp from heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Extremely discreet, seamless integration for a natural look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Ultra-comfortable to wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Can style hair into a ponytail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disadvantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 The extension procedure may take 2 to 4 hours (or longer depending on the amount and number of bonds).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Cannot use certain oil-containing hair care products, as they may cause Hot Fusion extensions to loosen or fall out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Heating hot fusion extensions together with your natural hair during installation can cause damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold Fusion<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold Fusion hair extensions are also known as micro bead hair extensions. These are applied by attaching tiny wefts of hair to small sections of the natural hair with a small silicone-lined bead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Extremely discreet, seamless integration for a natural look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Ultra-comfortable to wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Can style hair into a ponytail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 No need for glue, minimal hair damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disadvantages:<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 The extension procedure may take 2 to 4 hours (or longer depending on the amount and number of bonds).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Cannot use certain oil-containing hair care products, as they may cause Cold Fusion extensions to loosen or fall out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Improper installation may cause damage to the scalp, leading to redness, swelling, itching, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that we’ve covered all the extension types, do you have a better understanding of them? Go ahead and choose the extension that suits you best!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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