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HAIR EXTENSION

METHODS

I-Tip/Individual Extensions (Premanent)

| HALF HEAD | FULL HEAD |

How To Apply

Attached with beads made from a strong copper shell & a soft silicone lining to protect your natural hair (no heat required).

Tools Needed:

  • Pro Pulling Needle or Wire Loop Needle

  • Pro Tubes or Silicone-lined Pro Tubes

  • Pro Release Plus, Pro Flat Plus

Advantages

  • Natural hair movement

  • Undetectable

  • No heat or glue required

  • Hair is easily reused

  • Applicable with Plastic Tubes (optional)

Things To Consider

  • May require long application

  • The bead that secures the extension to your hair may change color

Special Maintenance

Use a Loop Brush to detangle the roots of bonds without causing stress to the extension and ultimately your scalp

How Long They Stay On

8-10 weeks

Reuse 2-3 times. Simply reshape I-Tip bonds with Super Kera Powder and our Pro Fusion Tool.

Quantity Needed for a Full Head

On average, 150 to 200 pieces

Clip-In Extensions (Temporary)

| HALF HEAD | FULL HEAD |

How To Apply

Clip-ins are temporary extensions. Apply by securing each clip attached to the weft onto your natural hair. Every piece comes pre-cut in tailored sizes.

Advantages

  • Professional stylist not required to install

  • Easy application and removal

  • No damage to natural hair

Things To Consider

  • May require salon service with layer blending and styling

  • Only temporary

Special Maintenance

No sleeping with clip-ins installed; wash every 3-4 weeks if using daily. Do not wear extensions when washing.

How Long They Stay On

8-10 weeks

Depends on how often you wear them.

Quantity Needed for a Full Head

3-6 oz.

Tape-In/Skin-Weft Extensions (Permanent)

| HALF HEAD | FULL HEAD |

How To Apply

Tape-in extensions with a hand-knotted base on a clear, silicone band. Heat is recommended in application.

Tools Needed:

  • Pro Tape-In Press for secured seal of bonds

  • Skinweft Sealer

Advantages

  • Hand-knotted weft that blends with natural scalp

  • Lays very flat within hair

  • Easy to blend colors for the perfect match

Things To Consider

  • Slightly limited movement on sides

  • The bond is sensitive to heat and oils

Special Maintenance

Stay away from heat, conditioner, or oils at root.

How Long They Stay On

6-8 weeks

Reuse 2-3 times with proper maintenance. Must thoroughly remove tape and cleanse base before reusing.

Quantity Needed for a Full Head

12 full-size sandwiches (provided in one pack)

One-Step Extensions (Permanent)

| HALF HEAD | FULL HEAD |

How To Apply

One-Step Wefts are pre-beaded with our patented loop tool. Apply by threading natural hair into the pre-attached copper beads with silicone and seal.

Tools Needed:

  • Pro Pulling Needle

  • Pro Release Plus or Pro Flat Plus

Advantages

  • Fastest application method

  • Full head of hair in 30-45 minutes

  • No prep time required from stylist

  • Slide up extensions after 4 weeks

Things To Consider

  • Limited movement

  • Not ideal for ultra-fine hair

Special Maintenance

Avoid conditioner at roots to prevent weft from shedding or beads from slipping

How Long They Stay On

8-10 weeks

Reuse up to 2 times; allow 4 weeks between each slide up.

Quantity Needed for a Full Head

10 One-Step wefts (provided with two half packs)

Weft Extensions (Permanent)

| HALF HEAD | FULL HEAD |

How To Apply

Traditionally braided in with natural hair or sewn in with a cap.

Can be custom made into clip-ins, beaded, wigs, or hairpieces.

Advantages

  • Customizable

  • Full proportions

  • Easy application options

Things To Consider

  • Longer preparation time for stylist

  • May be bulky

Special Maintenance

Keep oil away from scalp, as this may cause shedding. Always seal the ends of the weft when cutting and customizing.

How Long They Stay On

Depends on method of application

Quantity Needed for a Full Head

3-6 oz.

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