Hair Extensions London

Hair Extensions London

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Fibre vs. Human Hair Extensions

Q Why are fibre extensions better than human hair extensions?
Q If so, why do so many hairdressers offer human hair extensions?
Q Are you saying I should avoid human hair extensions?
Q What about weave-on's?
Q Does fibre feel and look like human hair?
Q What is fibre made of?

Safety

Q Will the extensions damage my own hair?
Q What about going out in the sun or on sunbeds?
Q What about swimming, going out in the rain etc.?
Q What's your level of expertise?

Application and Removal

Q How long does my existing hair need to be?
Q How are the extensions attached?
Q How are the extensions removed?
Q Will you be able to match the colour of my own hair?
Q What sort of length can be achieved with extensions?
Q Can I just add volume instead of length?
Q Can I just add highlights?
Q How long does it take to have them fitted?
Q How long will they last?
Q Do I have to give my hair a "rest" between hair extensions?
Q What if I don't like them?
Q Can I continue to colour my own hair?
Q What happens when it comes to take them out?
Q A few strands of my own hair came out when I removed them. Have I damaged it?

Look and Feel of your hair extensions

Q Will you notice the difference between my own hair and the extensions?
Q Do they feel heavy?
Q Will my partner be able to feel them?
Q Will I feel "hotter" in the summer sun?


Cost of Hair Extensions London

Q How much do hair extensions cost?
Q Does it cost the same when I need to have them replaced?

Care

Q Do I need to use any special shampoos or conditioners?
Q Can I wash my hair every day?
Q Can I use a hairdryer or rollers, hot sticks etc.?
Q Can I leave my hair to dry naturally?

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Fibre vs. Human Hair Extensions:

Q Why are fibre extensions better than human hair extensions?

A The Top 5 reasons are:

   1. Safety - our extensions are attached and taken out without the use of any glues, bonding solutions or harsh chemicals. Human hair extensions are attached using glue and their removal is typically done with acetone - i.e. nail varnish remover - with a clear potential for damage. When you hear horror stories about damage caused by extensions, they're typically the human hair variety, applied by a stylist with little experience.

   2. Flexibility - because your hair can be left in such bad condition when human hair extensions are removed, many people find they get "trapped" into continually using them to disguise the damage done. With our system, your hair will look just as good the day you take them out, as the day they were put in.

   3. Comfort - at around half the weight, fibre is lighter than human hair, so it doesn't feel "heavy". Human hair extensions can feel quite "weighty" on your head and they also have a tendency to pull on your own hair and scalp.

   4. Cost - real hair is much more costly than fibre.

   5. Ethics - naturally, many people don't feel comfortable wearing hair that's come from someone else's head. Human hair is typically sourced from developing countries.

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Q If so, why do so many hairdressers offer human hair extensions?

A In a word, profitability. Human hair extensions are a quick, "single operator" solution - and therefore less costly for the salon in terms of staff and time - whereas our system requires two operators working on your hair simultaneously. And because of the relative simplicity in human hair extension application, stylists typically undertake only a single day's course before offering the service to their clients. As a salon who puts our customers first, we offer the ultimate experience in hair extensions London.

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Q Are you saying that I should avoid human hair extensions?

A Not necessarily, but as leading hair extension specialists with many years experience in the industry, we feel it's important to allow you to make an informed decision. And, through our allied work with hairloss, we're regularly called upon to fix the damage caused by poorly applied human hair extensions. Despite the above mentioned aspects of safety, flexibility, comfort, cost and ethics, some people just prefer the human hair solution. This is often because they presume that fibre extensions will look "fake". If that's the case, we'd encourage you to take a look at the quality of our work. The vast majority of our clients come to us through personal recommendation - in other words, every client is a walking advertisement for our services. With a team that's collectively got over 40 years experience, we've been exposed to many different methods and materials - and we've found that our system is the best in terms of quality, safety and look.

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Q What about weave-on's?

A Particularly popular for Afro-Caribbean hair, this method uses hair already attached to a long strip of material - almost like a "grass skirt". This is then cut into further strips and is sewn - in some cases, glued - onto your hair using thread and a curved needle. Whilst it's a cheap and relatively quick solution, the weight of the material and hair can cause traction alopecia, both in Afro-Caribbean and Western hair. It can also cause matting, leading to unintentional dreadlocks. We regularly work with and treat clients who've encountered these problems and, because of this, we wouldn't recommend it.

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Q Does fibre look and feel like human hair?

A Absolutely. Fibre looks and feels just like human hair with the added advantage that it's lighter than real hair. We can achieve a perfect colour match - even taking into account the multitude of different shades that may be in your hair - ensuring that the extensions will be undetectable from the real thing.

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Q What is fibre made of?

A Fibre is made from a synthetic formulation.

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Safety:


Q Will the extensions damage my own hair?

A Absolutely not. Damage can only occur if they're applied incorrectly or left in too long before either being taken out or replaced.

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Q What about going out in the sun or on sunbeds?

A No problem. You can't damage your extensions by going out in the sun or on sunbeds.

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Q What about swimming, going out in the rain etc.?

A You can swim, go out in the rain, face a windy day etc. without worry. What's more, when wet, the extensions look and behave just like your real hair.

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Q What's your level of expertise?

A We're hair extension specialists - we don't do it as a "sideline" to hairdressing. The pioneering work of our Creative Director, Mark Sharp - with over 17 years experience - has been highlighted on several television programmes, from ITV's, "This Morning with Richard and Judy" to Channel 5's, "At Home With Gloria Hunniford" to GMTV's "LK Today" . In addition, the work of Mark and his team has inspired full-page features in over 30 newspapers and magazines including "The Daily Mail", "The Sun" and "Eva". We have a worldwide reputation with clients visiting us from as far afield as Texas in the USA and Tokyo in Japan. And, with allied expertise in dealing with medically-related hair loss, you can rest assured that we pay just as much attention to the safe application of your extensions, as we do to the finished look.

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Application and Removal:


Q How long does my existing hair need to be?

A For the best results, your existing hair should be at least 2.5 to 3 inches (6 to 7.5 centimetres) long.

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Q How are the extensions attached?

A The extensions are attached using a very fine braid (for those who are interested, we use a four-stem braid). We take a small section of your existing hair and split this into two. The fibre is also split into two to make the braid and is finally wrapped around the base of your hair, protecting it. The fibre is then "sealed on itself" using a heat tool (which is no hotter than a typical pair of curling tongs or crimpers). This creates a tiny plastic seal. It's important to point out that during this process, your own hair is safely "cocooned" inside the fibre so it doesn't come into direct contact with any heat or, indeed, the plastic seal itself - therefore, your own hair stays in perfect condition. In effect, apart from the fibre itself, the only thing your hair comes into contact with is our fingers!

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Q How are the extensions removed?

A To remove the extensions, it's a simple matter to gently twist and break the plastic seal. The fibre extension will then just slide easily off your hair, leaving no mess, residue or damage. We can show you how to do this yourself, or we'd be happy to do it for you.

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Q Will you be able to match the colour of my own hair?

A Yes, perfectly. Unlike some, we won't just pull a colour "off the shelf". Choosing from a multitude of colours, we expertly "blend" several together while you wait - just like mixing paints - to get an exact colour match that'll incorporate all the different subtle shifts in shade that may exist in your own hair. Technical expertise counts for nothing if the colour isn't right - one of the first things you notice about "poor" extensions is the colour. That's why we invest a lot of time in ensuring we get this aspect of your extensions absolutely spot-on.

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Q What sort of length can be achieved with extensions?

A In theory, right down to your ankles. However, the condition and quality of your existing hair is an important barometer in deciding the maximum length we'd recommend.

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Q Can I just add volume instead of length?

A Yes. Our extensions are perfect for instantly boosting volume, body and bounce and we can dramatically - or gently - enhance fine, limp, flyaway or "lifeless" hair.

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Q Can I just add highlights?

A Yes. This is a very popular application, because no harmful chemicals are used and you can choose colours that your hairdresser might not otherwise recommend - from subtle shifts in shade to striking neon colours. You can also use this risk-free method to judge whether you'd like to take the plunge and go for a permanent colour.

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Q How long does it take to have them fitted?

A This depends very much on the individual job but we can give you an accurate indication at your initial consultation. As a guide, a few extensions to add highlights could take around 30 minutes; whilst a very large head of hair could take up to 4 hours.

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Q How long will they last?

A Our extensions are designed to last around 3 months. This is because they will grow with your own hair, moving further away from the scalp over time. It's important that at this stage the extensions are either removed or replaced, otherwise you run the risk of damaging your own hair.

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Q Do I have to give my hair a "rest" between hair extensions?

A No. You can have them both removed and replaced on the same day, ensuring an uninterrupted continuation of your look and style.

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Q What if I don't like them?

A This doesn't happen very often! However, they are easily removed - by you or us - leaving your hair just as it was when you came into the studio, with no mess, residue or damage.

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Q Can I continue to colour my own hair?

A Yes. You can either organise this yourself or we can do it here at the studio. Because the fibre we use is non-porous, if you accidentally get the colour solution on the fibre itself, it'll have absolutely no effect - in fact, it just wipes off. Therefore, if, for example, you already colour your hair blonde and go for blonde extensions to match, you can continue to dye your roots etc. whilst wearing the extensions.

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Q What happens when it comes to take them out?

A You can either remove them or have them removed and replaced on the same day. If you simply remove them, rest assured that your hair will be in perfect condition with no mess, residue or damage. However, you may feel that your hair is thinner because you'll have got used to having so much hair!

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Q A few strands of my own hair came out when I removed them. Have I damaged it?

A No. Without noticing, every day we lose between 50 to 100 strands of our own hair as part of the process of renewal and growth. However, where the extension is attached, hair that would otherwise fall out is trapped and held in place by the extension. So, when you remove the extension at the end of your 3 month period of wear, you may notice one or two of these hairs coming out. This is simply hair that would have fallen out during the renewal process over the previous few months.

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Look and Feel:


Q Will you notice the difference between my own hair and the extensions?

A No. The extension fibre is expertly colour matched and applied so that you won't see any ridges, kinks or differences between your own hair and the fibre. And because your own hair intermingles with the extensions, the illusion is perfect.

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Q Do they feel heavy?

A No. This is because fibre is around half the weight of real hair. For the first few hours after application, it may certainly feel strange having so much more hair! But within a couple of days your head of hair will feel just like your own.

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Q Will my partner be able to feel them?

A The extensions are attached where your hair meets your scalp and at this point you may feel a tiny bump where the connection is made. However, apart from that both you and your partner will be able to run fingers through your hair etc. without hindrance and both the extensions and your existing hair will look and feel identical.

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Q Will I feel "hotter" in the summer sun?

A No hotter than you'd feel if you had the same amount of real hair. And remember, you'd treat the extensions just as you would your own hair, so you can tie your hair back etc. if you wish.

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Cost:


Q How much does it cost?

A Prices vary depending on the time, expertise and amount of hair involved. We'll give you an accurate costing during your initial consultation. As a guide, costs vary from £4.50 per single extension (for random highlights etc.) upwards to around £550.00 for extremely extensive work. The average cost tends to be around £325.00 to £375.00 for volume and £395.00 to £475.00 for length.

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Q Does it cost the same when I need to have them replaced?

A The cost will remain approximately the same. A small additional cost may be incurred if you choose to have us remove them prior to replacement, instead of doing this yourself.

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Care:


Q Do I need to use any special shampoos or conditioners?

A No. Your favourite shampoo and conditioner is fine. Like most hairdressers, we wouldn't recommend you use a "2 in 1" product.

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Q Can I wash my hair every day?

A Yes, although there is generally no need to do this. That's because the fibre used in the extensions is non-porous and therefore doesn't absorb the everyday dirt, grime and smells that human hair does.

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Q Can I use a hairdryer or rollers, hot sticks etc.?

A Yes, and we'll give you full instructions for this during your appointment. For styling, fibre is a wonderful medium to work with - unlike real hair, it does what you tell it to! That's because it reacts well to heat and will stay in position once set. This means you can easily achieve some truly creative styles and, if you wish, change your style at whim. For instance, wrap the fibre round your hand, give it a blast with the hairdryer and you'll achieve a beautifully natural wave. Then, if you want it silky straight, run your brush and hairdryer along the length of the hair and you'll achieve a smooth and sleek look. Or, if you like, you can use certain brands of straighteners.

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Q Can I leave my hair to dry naturally?

A Yes. Once again, you can treat your extensions just like your own hair.

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If you still have questions or you would like to book your appointmnet for hair extensions London then give us a call on +44 2070 339 319