Cold hair extensions have gained popularity not only because of their quick effect and long lasting results. According to experts, this cosmetic procedure is safe and does not harm the health of hair. There are several methods of building curls, each of which is selected individually.
Read in this article.
Extension technology
The essence of the procedure is the combination of natural and donor curls, without subjecting them to high temperature or to the influence of aggressive chemical agents. In the course of building, they use capsules, adhesive tape and special micro-rollers. Such devices can make donor curls completely invisible against the background of natural hair.
The safety of the procedure, the long-term result and the absolute invisibility of the “intervention” are possible only if the hair extensions were carried out by a real specialist, the choice of method and all manipulations should be carried out correctly.
Pros and cons of the procedure
Cold hair extensions is one of the most sought-after procedures in beauty salons. And this is a fairly logical explanation - this procedure has many advantages:
- natural hair is not exposed to any aggressive external influence,
- care of artificial curls does not require any specific measures, they are not afraid of any hair curlers or shampoos or styling products,
- strands for extension in a cold way are presented in a wide range, so there is always an opportunity to choose the most suitable ones both in type, and in shade, and in structure,
- long hair looks natural and does not disturb the harmonious appearance,
- worn artificial strands for a long time - up to 12 months,
- You can dye your curls with the cold method.
This cosmetic procedure has some disadvantages. There are only two of them:
- cold buildup is strictly not suitable for owners of short haircuts and too thin / dry hair,
- If adhesive tapes are used during the procedure, they can be felt when feeling the hair.
Contraindications
There are only two of them, but they should be taken into account at the stage of choosing the method of cold hair extensions. So, it is impossible to carry out the procedures for the representatives of the fair sex, in which their own hair is distinguished by increased brittleness. And the second contraindication - diagnosed vegetative-vascular dystonia.
In general, cosmetologists and masters of beauty salons recommend delaying hair extensions for any problems with them. It will take a visit to the trichologist and the determination of the expediency and safety of the procedure in question.
Cold Methods
They are several, each has its own characteristics.
This implies the use of small beads or rings, with which artificial strands are attached to natural curls. The essence of the procedure:
- A little ring or microbead is put on its own strand of hair, then the master passes the donor hair into the same hole with a hook,
- with special forceps, the ring / bead is clamped so tightly that the hair that has been added cannot be removed even with hard combing.
Periodically, you will need to visit your master for hair correction (1 time in 50 - 70 days), during which the donor strands move closer to the roots of natural hair. To do this, first the ring / bead is unclenched, then moved to the desired point and clamped again.If you want to remove the artificial curls, the ring-clip is simply opened with forceps.
There are some features of the Japanese cold build method:
- if you ignore the next correction, donor strands will start to fall out,
- This method is ideal for brunettes and blondes,
- Japanese technology allows you to build strands on very dry and short hair, as well as on the bangs.
For information on how hair extensions on silicone microfibers go, see this video:
Natural and donor strands are combined by gluing, after which a capsule forms at the junction. Sometimes she can give a weak glare in bright light, so this method of cold buildup is absolutely not suitable for brunettes.
Donor strands in the Spanish capacity are not combed out and do not change their quality characteristics when dyeing, curling and using various cosmetics for styling.
Tape technology
This is the easiest and safest method of cold hair extensions. It is performed as follows:
- the master comb highlights a thin line of hair, lifts it up,
- Donor curls are connected to the hair, as close as possible to the roots, connected by a ribbon - the glue side “looks” up,
- natural strands fall, on top of them another strip of donor hair is superimposed, but with a glue side down.
Worn "tape" hair extensions long enough, but require correction every 2 - 2.5 months. The disadvantage of the described technology of cold buildup is that at first the donor strands are really felt, which causes some discomfort.
For information on how cold tape hair extensions work, see this video:
How to remove cold hair extensions
It is not recommended to do it yourself, as the risk of damage to natural hair is too high. To get rid of extended curls, you should contact the master, who will do all the necessary manipulations with special tools:
- rings and microbeads unclenched,
- glue is dissolved by strong, but absolutely safe means,
- with Spanish technology, the capsules are removed using oil solutions.
There are no changes after the removal of the accrued strands, but if Japanese technology was used, then on natural strands in places of fastening of small rings / microbags there can be unexpressed creases. However, they quickly disappear, and the state of natural curls is restored in full.
For information on how hair removal is done with cold hair technology, see this video:
What is better - cold or hot?
This is a controversial issue, but most of the masters prefer the option under consideration. And they argue their choice is simple: with a cold build-up, natural hair is not exposed to heat or the effects of chemical agents, which means they remain unchanged. In addition, the cost of hot capacity is much higher than the cold, and the effect will be the same.
Capsule technology
The process usually takes from 2.5 to 4 hours. To make hair look natural, its hair length should not be shorter than 7–10 cm.
The main stages illustrated photo ׃
- Hair is distributed by strands, special forceps are heated to the required temperature,
- Artificial strand with keratin connects with natural,
- Keratin is melted with forceps and firmly solders the material between them,
- Manually or with the help of tweezers they form flat capsules, sometimes they are made rounded,
- Keratin becomes hard when cooled, firmly fixing additional curls.
Italian
This technique is considered one of the safest for hair. To connect the strands usedItalian keratin - the qualitative, sparing material, similar to a natural protein.The capsules themselves are comfortable to wear, durable, almost invisible. More about the method
English
This technology is called Diamond Hair. Its main difference is the use of the smallest diamond particles. It is thanks to them that the heavy-duty strands are super-fastened.
The special unit heats up only 120 degrees. For comparison, the straightening iron heats up to 180. With this machine, the composition is applied quickly and accurately. Details about the technique
Independent conduct
Neglecting the work of a professional hairdresser, you need to remember that you have to buy expensive tools and spend time on training. How much is saving on your own appearance?
Possible consequences of self-buildup in the absence of experience:
- uneven strands, as a result of an unnatural appearance of hair,
- the capsule must be mounted strictly vertically,
- It should be clear to those marginal zones that will be visible if you tie the hair into a tail or make a high hair.
To get a truly luxurious head of hair, you should apply for the service to a professional whose skill has been repeatedly confirmed.
The cost of each stage - extension, correction, removal of strands is individual. It all depends on the length and number of strands used. In beauty salons take for one strand from 30 to 150 rubles. The correction will cost at least 4000 rubles. In order to remove the artificial curls have to pay from 1,000 to 2,000 rubles.
Further care
Updated curls require proper care ׃
- frequent use of an ironing device, curling tongs, and long-term chemical styling can partially destroy the capsules,
- Do not use care products that contain oils, alcohol, acids, silicone,
- hair should be combed slowly, upward from the tips,
- shampooing - mostly under the shower,
- don't go to bed with wet hair,
- at night - make a tail or braid a braid.
To make artificial strands look natural, after about three months it is necessary to make a correction. This period may vary depending on the individual characteristics.
For example, if the "native" curls strongly curl, then the correction is carried out at an earlier timeframe, in order to prevent tangling of the strands.
Thin, loose curls also need early correction. Typically, an indicator is the growth of roots by 3 or a maximum of 4.5 centimeters.
How is it going
First, remove the artificial curls. With each strand the master works separately - he applies a special liquid to the capsule, then softens it with the help of forceps. Keratin is destroyed, and at this time artificial strands are carefully separated from natural ones. With "live hair" remove the remnants of keratin, carefully combing them.
This is followed by recapsulation. Old capsules are cut from the removed curls, and new ones are formed on them. After this, the strands are increasing again.
Removing strands
The procedure of removing artificial curls is performed using the same technology as the correction. A liquid is applied to the capsules that softens the keratin. Then they are processed with special tongs, and as a result they are scattered. Fallen in three months, the hairs remain in the capsules. Therefore, during the removal of artificial strands it seems that their hair immediately "fell down".
During the “rest” period, it is advisable to consume more fruits, dairy products, and cereals. You can include in the diet nutritional supplements with minerals and vitamins that contribute to the strengthening and growth of hair.
Difference compared to the cold method
The main requirement for any hair extensions is to be fulfilled by an experienced professional who has sufficient experience and relevant skills.
To the question of what technology is the capacity of the extension: the cold method is considered safer, the hot method more reliableThe hairstyle looks natural, the junction points are almost invisible.
Useful video
Check out the features of the hot hair extension technique in the video below:
Follow the tips that the master will give, do not let the nutrients fall on the capsules, use a high-quality comb, carefully care for the hair - and then your hair will become not only the first-class work of the master, but also your pride.
Procedure cost
It is rather big, and, regardless of which (in level) beauty salon, cold hair extensions are performed. For example, building up 100 strands 40 cm long using Spanish technology will cost 8,000 rubles.
Cold hair extensions can make your image more extravagant and attractive. Before you perform this procedure, you should pay attention to your own health and report it to your master.
The fact is that pregnancy, menstruation, long-term use of antibacterial drugs can be conditional contraindications. In such states, donor hair is trite "will not take root." Nevertheless, the procedure under consideration remains the most sought-after and popular among the fair sex.
Features
In itself, cold hair extension is the process of lengthening the curls. This is done with the help of natural hair and is popular not only among the "stars", but also among ordinary people. With the help of hair extensions, you can completely change the hairstyle and make beautiful and voluminous styling out of thin and brittle hair. An experienced master can make it so that no one will understand that hair is not natural. Besides cold build almost harmless to hair.
The extension technology does not at all envisage the use of high temperature, which distinguishes such a method from other types of curl lengthening. Hairdressers can attach hair using glue tape, small rings, as well as special capsules. There is another way to cold build, but it is considered one of the most expensive - it is fixing the strands with ultrasound.
When making a cold extension, you need to use very thin strands, then the hairstyle will look more natural. In addition, the strands should be no more than 1 centimeter from the hair roots.
What is different from the hot method?
The difference between these two methods, of course, exists. So, using the hot method of building up, rather high temperatures are applied. When the adhesive base is melted, artificial hair and natural hair are combined with it. With the cold extension method, a completely different technique is used, which will be discussed in more detail a little later. Hot buildup takes longer than cold.
In addition, it is more difficult to care for hair that is extended in this way. So, it is not allowed to go to saunas or baths so that the capsules connecting the hair do not heat up. In addition, it is necessary to limit yourself a little in the choice of cosmetics.
Tools and materials
In addition to the advantages, there are also disadvantages of this method:
- such a procedure is not available to every girl, because few can allocate the sum of ten thousand rubles from their budget for going to the salon,
- the build-up lasts a long time, at least two hours,
- not every master can cope with such a difficult task qualitatively,
- in some cases, glue is visible on the hair,
- for women who are breastfeeding, as well as those in position, such procedures are contraindicated.
Therefore, before you decide whether to build up or not, you need to think about everything well.
There are several types of cold build.
- Tape building for which the special adhesive tape is applied.
- On the tressa where afrokosa is used.It is necessary to braid around the head, and then sew strands on the tress.
- Gel capacity, which is considered one of the most benign.
- Hollywood, which used keratin capsules.
- Spanish building. For this method, glue is used that does not cause allergies.
- Japanese extensions include the use of clips.
- Ultrasound, which is the fastest of all ways.
For cold building different types will need:
- crochet hook, with which you can pull the strands,
- Japanese forceps,
- gel,
- glue,
- for building on tresses, you need not only a special thread, but also a needle,
- capsules, as well as transparent plates,
- a special apparatus used for ultrasonic extension,
- ordinary comb, hairpins.
Performance technique
Cold build technology is a rather complicated procedure. In addition, it is slightly different in its method from the hot. All of them should be considered in more detail.
This method is quite simple. To make it, you will need artificial strands that need to be combined with real hair using adhesive tape. To do this, you need to separate the thin strands of your hair, slightly lift them near the roots, and then attach the artificial curls with duct tape up. Next you need to lower the strands of your hair, and glue on them another row of artificial hair, but already with tape down. This procedure takes very little time. It will be enough just 30 minutes.
You can wear such beauty for 70-80 days, and then you can either apply the correction, or completely remove the overhead strands. Make it very easy. Moreover, their hair will not be affected. This method can be applied even to the fair sex who have very short hair.
This method is considered one of the most reliable options, although it takes a lot of time. Everything is done by hand, so every moment of the process is carefully controlled. To do this, this donor hair must be attached to his. This is done with the highest quality glue from which the capsule is formed. The size of it can be adjusted. This will depend directly on the thickness of the hair. If you use this method, the hairstyle is beautiful and neat, and artificial hair is almost invisible.
This hairstyle can last up to 120 days, and then a correction will be needed. However, this method is not entirely perfect, it has one drawback. It consists in the fact that the Spanish extension will suit only fair-haired beauties. Brunettes and brown-haired women should choose for themselves something else.
Here small beads are used, as well as rings, the size of which is not larger than a match head. With their help, you need to attach artificial curls to your hair. This is done with the usual crochet, which is necessary to thread artificial hair into rings. And then they just need to hold tweezers.
This method is suitable for all, regardless of hair color. In addition, after him we must continue to usually take care of hair extensions. Correction will need to be done no later than 75 days. But to remove them, it will be enough just to open the rings with special tweezers.
French
This technique appeared quite a long time ago. It was thought up by Africans who wanted to be just a little like Europeans. To do this, they wound thin pigtails around the head. Over time, this method is slightly improved. Artificial curls were sewn to these pigtails.
However, this extension is suitable only for girls who have rather thick hair. In addition, the correction should be done once a month.
Ultrasound
This method is very fast and is suitable even for short hair. Strands are fixed in less than an hour.However, the correction in this case will take much longer than the build-up itself. You need to do it in 120 days.
Aftercare
After such a procedure as a cold buildup, it is necessary to carry out a correction at the appointed time so that the hair looks beautiful and natural. In addition, you need to properly care for them.
You can only wash your hair 48 hours after the procedure. This should be done only in an upright position so that the curls are not confused. In addition, they are often not worth washing, as tapes or capsules will wear out very quickly. Shampoo can be used as usual without buying special salon products. Balm or mask should be applied only to your hair, so as not to hurt the capsules.
It is better to dry the curls in a natural way so as not to damage them. It is only necessary to comb the already dry hair, so that they are not confused. This should be done several times a day. Comb buy better with natural pile. When laying the curling iron or iron should not touch the artificial addition of hair.
Of course, reviews of this type of extension are slightly different. There are those girls who are completely satisfied with their new hairstyle and recommend it to their friends. However, there are dissatisfied customers. As a rule, these are the ones that fell into the hands of the bad master and the process did not go as we would like.
Summing up, it can be said that such a method as cold hair extensions has many advantages, among which it is worth noting one of the most important things for any girl - this is a beautiful hairstyle with long and neat curls.
In the next video, see the description of the process of tape hair extensions.
Hot hair extensions
This is a very popular and loved by many women method. How is the process going? Artificial hair strands are attached to your own hot resin. It sounds threatening, but everything is very aesthetic and understandable. There are two directions for this method:
- Italian technology
In this embodiment, building use of resin and special clips, everything is heated to a very hot state. A small capsule is formed at the junction of the original and artificial strands.
Cons Italian build:
- very hot, sometimes your hair is burned,
- trips to southern countries, trips to baths and saunas are canceled, because there is a risk of losing the capsules from heating and to remain without long curls,
- with great care we use hair dryers, ironing, curling (sad!),
So there is a risk to "melt" for the Snow Queen. But if you do not plan a trip to the sea in the next six months and do not like the sauna, everything is fine!
- English technology
Here, too, resin is used, but a glue gun comes to the rescue. Joining is carried out in the region of the neck by forming a small ball.
Three main reasons to refuse hair extensions against the three main arguments for: we are betting on beauty and health
Author Irina Luneva date May 25, 2016
The modern woman knows that to come to work with a short haircut, and that same evening to conquer men's hearts with lush curls is an affordable transformation. The procedure is offered in beauty salons, and after the selection of the necessary strands and skillful manipulations from the master - voila: instead of a bean, long strands are spread over the shoulders.
Before and after hair extensions
Hair extensions have their advantages, but you can hear the stories of victims of this procedure. The horror and feelings of disgruntled women are reinforced by eloquent photos. Therefore, before deciding to experiment, it is worth assessing the pros and cons of the extensible hair.
Capsular hair extensions - the pros and cons
For such elongation of curls, special keratin-based capsules are used. In their structure, they are similar to the structure of a human hair.Due to this, the attached strands look natural and natural, and the attachment points are invisible on the head of hair.
Capsule extension technology is very popular among the fair sex. In many ways, this popularity is due to a number of advantages compared with other methods:
- Affordable cost.
- The ability to do build-up in any area of the head of hair.
- Applicable to curls of any structure.
- No harm to hair.
- Natural appearance hairstyles.
- You can do the coloring, tint attached strands.
- For attachment, miniature capsules are used, which provide strong durable fixation.
- Donor bundles do not delay native curls.
- No discomfort after the procedure.
- You can walk to the pool, sauna, bath and solarium. To protect attachment points, it is better to wear a hat.
- There is no need to make frequent corrections and buy new beams each time.
In addition to the advantages, it is also worth mentioning some of the disadvantages of this technique:
- Thermal effects that adversely affect the condition of the hair.
- You can not use styling tools, as well as drugs that have silicone.
- Strands must be regularly combed, otherwise they will be tangled.
- You can not use a hair dryer, curling iron and other devices that suggest exposure to high temperature, as this may damage the mount.
There are a number of contraindications for this procedure. It is not recommended to do this build-up with alopecia, as well as women suffering from arterial hypertension.
What is hair extensions capsules. Cold and hot capsular build-up
Currently, there are two main ways of hair extensions: hot build with capsules and cold tape build. They differ from each other in fastening methods.
Capsule hot extension method is otherwise called Italian keratin, as it is made using keratin capsules. An artificial hair strand is attached to the client's hair with a capsule pre-heated with forceps, hence the name “hot”. The number of capsules depends on the number of strands attached.
Cold hair extensions are called tape, as in this case, the hair is attached using a thin double-sided tape, covered with special glue. With this technology, heating is not required. To make tapes inconspicuous, they are cut into small pieces.
Cons English build-up:
- Often the strands fall out of the not quite secure attachment,
- the same is the negative of the heat
- hot countries, Russian bathhouses and saunas as well - down,
- the use of harmful synthetic materials for bonding.
As the song says: "Think for yourself, decide for yourself, to have or not to have ...".
How do capsular hair extensions?
Technology requires skills and knowledge, so this procedure should be performed under the supervision of an experienced specialist. The main requirement for its implementation - the minimum length of the strands should be 5 cm. For short haircuts, this method is not suitable, because otherwise the junction of donor strands will be visible.
At first the master forms strands and with the help of capsules attaches them to her native curls, retreating from the roots several millimeters. Natural polymer capsules allow you to form neat compounds. As a result, the hairstyle looks natural, as if it is native hair. If hot technology is being performed, the capsules are melted using special tongs. However, the heating temperature is set so that the heat does not damage the curls. The procedure takes from 2 to 4 hours depending on the number of strands and the density of the hair.
Cold capsular hair extensions
Capsule extension is performed differently.There is a cold technique that does not involve exposure to high temperatures. There is a hot technique that involves thermal effects. To make the right choice, learn more about each type of elongation of the strands using capsules.
With the cold technique, donor bundles are attached to the hair with an adhesive polymer. From the adhesive form a capsule. The shape and size is selected depending on the characteristics of the structure of the native curls, the length of the strands and the wishes of the client. The spike results in a neat one. Hairstyle looks well-groomed and natural. This technology is harmless to curls, because it does not involve thermal effects. With extended strands, you can swim in the pool and even in sea water. You can also use styling tools. After a cold build-up, they do not harm the hair and do not spoil the joints.
One procedure requires from 100 to 150 beams. The effect lasts for 90 days. Then a correction is required. This extension is ideal for owners of bright hair with a length of strands from 7 cm. Bright capsules are noticeable on dark curls. Therefore, the owners of dark hair is better to consider other options for lengthening the strands.
Capsule build - care for extension hair
Depending on the chosen method, the rules for the care of hair will vary. For example, after a hot technology, you must regularly comb the strands so that they do not tangle. It is impossible to apply styling products to the attachment points after cold equipment.
To make her hair look neat and tidy, periodically after any of the above procedures, you will have to make a correction. On average, the adjustment will be repeated once every 3 months. In this process, the master first, using a special preparation, softens the capsules and carefully removes the bundles. To facilitate removal, use forceps. Then the head is washed with shampoo with a degreasing effect and the strands are attached in a new way. As a rule, the adjustment procedure takes longer than the build-up process itself.
What is the best hair extension - capsular or tape?
Many girls find it difficult to make a choice in favor of a particular technique. Both of these technologies have advantages and disadvantages. Capsule extension provides a stronger and more durable mount. With the tape technique, you should be prepared to adjust the hair often enough. At the same time, the cost of tape equipment is lower than the capsular technique. And the procedure itself takes less time. Because of the lack of exposure to high temperatures, girls choose the belt method. But you should know that even with a hot capsular extension there is no harm to your own curls, as the temperature is relatively low.
Cold technology: advantages and disadvantages
With the cold method, the hair is much less susceptible to adverse effects. Therefore, cold technologies are considered to be gentle, since thermal hot effect is not applied to the strands. Accordingly, this technology is even suitable for thin and loose strands. It can also be successfully implemented on short strands. Curls, accrued by the cold method, have a number of advantages:
- Natural strands are not amenable to adverse effects.
- New strands can successfully curl, twist and even repaint.
- Strands look natural, although in fact they are artificial, but they can not be distinguished from their natural strands.
But for the sake of justice, it is necessary to note the significant disadvantages of this method:
- It is impossible with such strands to swim in the sea, to visit the sauna.
- Cold procedure procedure is very expensive.
- The subsequent strand correction is not cheap.
- After this procedure, their natural strands are restored for a long time.
- Discomfort is also not uncommon, because, after all, such strands are alien to the human body.
Important to remember! In any method of these technologies is a number of contraindications: various dermatological diseases of the skin of the head, taking certain medicines, headaches of unknown etiology.
Capsular Hair Extensions - Prices
Girls who are interested in this procedure will be interested to know how much capsule hair extension costs. The price range is quite large, since there are many factors that affect the price. On average, using a length of 45 cm in an amount of 100 pieces, the cost of the procedure will be 13,000 rubles. Such a build-up allows not only to extend the curls, but also to give the hairstyle an additional effective volume. The cost of capsular hair extensions will be lower if you want to extend the strands only slightly or carry out the procedure only on selected parts of the hair.
Capsular Hair Extensions - Video
If you want to do this building yourself, you need not only to prepare the tools and fixtures, but also to learn the technique of implementation. How to qualitatively perform capsular hair extensions - a video lesson gives an answer to this question.
Capsular hair extensions - reviews
Check out the reviews of women who have done this procedure. Perhaps their impressions will help you make a choice in favor of this technology.
Daria, 36 years old
The idea to grow strands came to me a long time. I have long compared different techniques and opted for the Italian hot technique. My happiness knew no bounds when the master finished the work and I looked at myself in the mirror. Strands looked very natural. I liked that there were no problems with combing. I did different hairstyles. It is not necessary to go all the time after building up with loose curls. The result is satisfied. Soon for correction. I do not want to part with a luxurious long mane.
Anastasia, 32 years
I did a microcapsular extension. Did in the cabin on the recommendation of a friend. The procedure is long. And I am such a person for whom it is very difficult to sit in one place for more than an hour. But perhaps this is the only drawback of this technology. The rest liked everything. Plodders look like their relatives. Attachment points are not even felt when I run through my hair with my hands.
Yana, 24 years old
After capsular lengthening, strands began to wash my hair less frequently. Appeared additional volume of hair, which can not but rejoice. Now I use a special comb for extensions. Therefore, they look neat and not tangled at all.
Varieties of cold techniques
There are many technologies for cold extension strands, but the most popular are:
- Tape method.
- Spanish method.
The tape technique is the most common and affordable. With this technology, artificial curls are attached to their strands with special ribbons. On such tapes there is a special sticky composition, with the help of which the foreign strands are firmly glued to their strands.
Ribbons are attached to the thin strands of their hair at the very roots and hold on to the hair very tightly, you can say "tightly." You do not have to worry that when you wash your hair they will disappear.
A special sticky composition is designed in such a way that the curls can not only be washed, but also twisted, curled, naturally combed. Manufacturers also position such a composition as hypoallergenic. Ribbon curls in the same way as their relatives can be repainted, curl, use different styling tools.
Build hair in a tape way is quite realistic in just one hour. This is the fastest of all extension procedures.
It is important to know one nuance: if your strands are thin and sparse, then the hair extended by this method cannot be lifted up (to tie a tail), since they can shine through thin strands.
The Spanish buildup has acquired its name due to the special glue “Rueber”, which was developed in Spain. With the Spanish technology in the skillful hands of a master, such glue turns into an inconspicuous capsule, with the help of which an artificial curl is attached to its right at the root. When building with Spanish technology you will need much more time.
This procedure is more time-consuming than the tape. But such strands are completely imperceptible, and you can calmly lift hair, make a tail, and no one will suspect that the curls are alien. This technique is also called cold capsular extension. This method is not less sparing than tape, because also the hair does not give in to hot heat treatment.
The disadvantages of this method include the high cost of the procedure: the complexity of the impact on the fact that this technology is more expensive than tape.
The main advantage of cold hair extensions, regardless of the chosen method, is its gentle effect on your hair.
Hot technology: advantages and disadvantages
Hot hair extensions also have a number of their advantages and disadvantages.
Let's start with the cons, and there are quite a lot of them:
- The coat is hot-exposed. Such thermal effects adversely affect the condition of their native strands.
- After this procedure, the scalp is afraid of exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
- With such curls, it is strictly forbidden to swim in salt sea water.
- In the future, you can not expose the hair to thermal action.
- Strands need more thorough care than with a cold build.
The advantages of hot capsular extension include:
- More durable and reliable fastening of artificial curls.
- Capsular hot method is less noticeable than cold.
- A hot procedure is more durable and requires less correction.
There are different ways to build hot. Most popular are:
- English technology.
- Italian method.
If you want to refer to the English extension, then you should know that such a method implies a thermal effect on both attached alien curls and on your strands.
Donor strands are attached to their using keratinous resins. First, resin is applied to the natural strands, then it is melted using special hot tongs.
Italian technology is much more gentle than English. Only donor curls can be heat treated, only the capsule at the base of the donor strands melts. Also, pure keratin is used in the capsules, which is not so harmful to its strands. Moreover, such a procedure is less time consuming and faster.
Hot hair extensions require special care products. All detergents, conditioners and balms must be with a neutral PH level.
Hot hair extensions more negatively affect native hair than cold hair. But the cold method is more noticeable and less durable.
In any case, the choice is yours. But before turning to one or another method, it is necessary to carefully examine all its pros and cons, and relate them to your hair type. If your natural hair needs additional nutrition, treatment, or strengthening, be sure to do it before the extension procedure. Otherwise, you will further aggravate the problem, and then you will have to heal and rebuild your hair for a long time.
How is capsular hair extension?
Capsule extension technology is quite simple, but time consuming and has its own nuances.This time procedure can last from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the number of attached strands, and allows you to increase the length of hair up to 90 cm. The donor strand has a keratin capsule at its base. With a special tool, this capsule is heated to a mild state for 2-3 seconds in order to be able to combine artificial strands with real hair. In this case, the capsule itself is also formed, which can be flat or round. What form is suitable for the client's hair, the master decides, as well as the number of capsules: the more, the more hair you need to grow.
The size of the capsules also plays a role and is an indicator of the professionalism of the hairdresser. The standard ones are about 3 mm in size, but the smaller their size is, the more convenient it will be for the client to take care of the hair, make more different hairstyles, and the more inconspicuous it will be in the hair. In addition, the features of the hot method is that in addition to the length, additional volume and density is given to the hair.
The hairstyle made using hot-build technology lasts up to 3.5 months. Then the artificial strands are removed harmless composition. At the request of the client, you can make a correction - put new capsules and, if necessary, add a few additional strands. In addition, you can increase only a few strands of hair of a different shade, if the client does not wish to dye their own hair. 
Which build is better - capsular or tape?
With precision to answer the question, what kind of capacity is better, perhaps, impossible. Each method has its both positive and negative sides.
Of course, the hot keratin method is a more modern way of growing. He has more opportunities for the creation of hairstyles, does not require after the procedure of complex hair care. However, it is more expensive and not suitable for everyone.
Tape hair extensions have their followers for a number of reasons:
- Suitable even for those clients who have very thin and thin hair, when it is impossible to use capsules,
- Duration can be about half an hour, and this is not long
- The low cost of the procedure and the materials used
- Safe glue composition on tape,
- With proper care, the hairstyle is maintained for a long time, and at the expiration of the period the hair extensions are quickly and easily removed.
However, the main drawback of tape building is the inability to wear many hairstyles. You can not use a hair dryer when drying and often comb your hair. Care for hair extensions becomes more expensive and more difficult, you should carefully read the labels when buying shampoos and balms - they should not contain alcohol and acid, which will easily remove the tape.
If a client does not want to spend time and money on additional care, and her hair condition allows her to choose a hot keratin extension, the cost of which is higher, but care is easier and cheaper. 
Pros and cons of capsular capacity
As already mentioned, the procedure for carrying out hair extensions using hot Italian technology is more expensive, however, this method is gaining more and more fans, and for good reason. After all, capsular extension has such undoubted advantages and advantages as:
- The ability to wear completely different hairstyles, because the attachment points of hair extensions are almost invisible to the naked eye, and the strands are very thin,
- Relatively inexpensive and easy hair care. Keratin capsules can withstand high temperatures when blow-drying, frequent scratching does not threaten the loss of strands. Hair does not differ from its own appearance, it can be washed as often as necessary. In this new hairstyle does not require correction for a long time,
- In addition to the length, with keratin hair extensions, you can give the desired volume in those places where it is required, since the capsules are not located along one line, but across the entire head.
Despite the huge number of advantages, capsular capacity has disadvantages. Opponents of this method claim that molten keratin capsules and high temperature when exposed to forceps are harmful to the hair. In addition, the procedure lasts a very long time and costs twice as much as building it in a cold tape manner.
Regardless of which type of hair extension the client chooses for herself - expensive, but comfortable, hot, or budget, but cold, which requires complicated care - the main thing is that she should be satisfied with the result. To do this, it is advisable to contact only a highly qualified master in a good salon.
Cons tape build
There is only one drawback to tape building: chemical glue can cause allergies.
Yes, this is really a convenient and practically harmless way of building up, much more preferable than those in which an inevitable extra load on hair and roots. Unfortunately, the following methods of cold buildup "sin" the same.
Stackable steps are attached with special glue.
Cons Spanish build:
- the glue always has a light color and is very noticeable on dark hair, so brunettes and brown-haired women are limited,
- glue is still a chemical mixture, and its effect on the scalp and hair is unpredictable.
- Metallic Bead Method
Metal capsules are used for attachment, the master selects them for your own hair color.
So, logical conclusions and conclusions
What is the method to give preference? What kind of hair extension is better? How to become the owner of luxurious long strands without side troubles? It is necessary to weigh all the arguments "for" and "against", to take into account their own wishes, yet you can not "choke the dream."
Are you afraid of the effects of chemistry? Consider metal beads.
It is a pity to load your precious hair and eventually grow it? Then the Spanish cold technique is your option.
Need an option faster and cheaper? Tape extension - at your service.
Attracts hot technology, but without risk to the hair? Then there is nothing better than the English method.
Want a lasting effect? This guarantees the Italian extension method.
As is obvious, there is no definitive solution. There is something to ponder and consult with an experienced master. Beauty and health to you!
Advantages of the procedure
- The first plus is the renewed image of a lush seductress. Fashion has many faces, and ultra-short haircuts "like a boy" appear on the catwalk at every show.
Long and thick hair out of time and competition - this is one of the embodiments of female beauty
- In addition to the desire to boast a new look, women are driven by the desire to hide the existing shortcomings. These are not necessarily physical defects. Sufficiently unsuccessful experiment hairdresser-stylist, and you have to change to the chair to another master.
- After adding artificial strands, a woman gets a pleasant privilege: to spend time on an exciting search for new hairstyles and complex styling - now she can afford to be different every day.
Where there is a barrel of honey, there is a fly in the ointment, which spoils the entire contents. Will the drawbacks of capacity increase the positive characteristics?
disadvantages
- The condition of the hair after the procedure deteriorates. Even sparing technologies are not without this unpleasant effect. Contraindication to the extension will be the initially poor condition of the hair, a tendency to baldness, the period after a long period of taking antibiotics or hormonal drugs. The chemotherapy courses completed will also be a reason to refuse the visitor in her desire.
- The fragile and fragile natural hair after removing the artificial strands - this is the smallest negative consequence of the list of possible troubles.
Implications of hair extensions
- Increased curls look flawlessly the first week after the procedure. Natural hair grows, and the hairstyle becomes inaccurate. Improper care will also shorten the life of a spin.
- The owner of the hair, obtained "fraudulently", will have to give up some habits. Make a smooth tail - this is the height of skill, because the capsules will constantly look out from under the hair. Bath or sauna is canceled. About the pool and swimming in salt water, too, have to forget. Sweet dream can be deleted because the capsules are felt while lying on the pillow. And the man will be unpleasantly surprised, having run through the hair of his beloved - smooth, flowing through his fingers curls will remain in the past.
Capsule hot method: popular, so good?
Hot capsular extension method is a common and popular phenomenon.
To confuse it with another technology will not work, if you raise the strands, you can see such a picture
With the right performance, everything looks neat. But the pros and cons of capsular hair extensions are available in the same quantity. Lovely ladies will like:
- An opportunity to increase up to 90 cm of additional hair length. The duration of the procedure is from 2 to 4 hours. During this time, the master on a special device warms up the capsules on donor strands and fastens them to thin strands of the client. The more jeweler the work is done, the more natural will be the new hair. Capsules are almost invisible, and the choice of hairstyles is almost unlimited.
- Strong fastening will not be damaged from hot drying by the hair dryer, it is possible to comb the hair increased by such method without fear. There are also no restrictions on shampooing, and after the correction it will not come soon - 3.5 months is the maximum term.
On the second side of the scale, the disadvantages of the procedure are comfortably accommodated:
Damage to the hair structure after contact with the molten capsule
- The price of the procedure makes it inaccessible to a wide range of women.
Beauty, in this case, will require sacrifice, both physical and material in equal measure.
Who would be suitable for tape or Hollywood technology cold build: reviews
The competitor of capsular technology is considered to be a tape way to increase the number of hairs on the head.
The hair-sparing tape method leaves no room for the realization of the stylist's fantasies.
But the improved look curls will get in less than an hour. The procedure is considered outdated, but the price for such a service will not empty the wallet.
If a woman's hair is thin by nature and thin - the cold method is better than capsular.
But in the care of such hair capricious:
- Often combing curls can not.
- After shampooing, the strands are dried only in a natural way, the hairdryer can be removed from the bath.
- Not every shampoo is suitable for washing, and when buying a balm you will need to carefully examine its composition. The gentle adhesive on the tape is easily soluble from alcohol or fruit acids. Let not the first time, but shampoo with similar ingredients will reduce the efforts of the stylist to nothing.
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Pros and cons of hair extensions
Many girls dream of long braids. For this it is not necessary to wait for years until they grow. You can increase the curls in the cabin. However, before you decide on such a procedure, find out the pros and cons of hair extensions.Is such a procedure safe? How long does the result last? What is the most harmless technique? Are there any contraindications? Read the article.
Advantages of hair extensions
Each strand extension technology has its advantages and disadvantages. Before you go to the salon, you should learn about the positive and negative sides.
In general, it is worth highlighting the following advantages of the procedure:
- There is no need to grow long braids for years. It will be possible to become the owner of a luxurious long “mane” in a couple of hours.
- Hairstyle looks natural.
- The methods are painless, do not cause an allergic reaction.
- Most technicians do no harm.
- Will be able to hide a slight baldness.
- Allowed staining, discoloration.
- It is allowed to do styling with an iron and other stylers.
- The same bundles will last up to six months. Therefore, each correction will not have to buy new ones.
- It does not require special particularly complex care and use of expensive cosmetics.
- Access to the sauna, solarium, swimming pool.
Cons of hair extensions
As for the shortcomings, the following should be noted:
- After certain techniques, there is a feeling of discomfort during sleep.
- It will take time to get used to the weight of the new curls.
- Attachment points are noticeable if you do tight high hair. Therefore, most of the time will have to walk with her hair loose.
- There is a risk of burning the roots if the work on hot technology is performed by an incompetent master.
- There is a possibility of hair loss.
- In places of attachment may form creases.
- When the wind blows capsules or rings, beads fall on the top layer and become noticeable.
- Regardless of the chosen method, every few months will have to make a correction.
- High price.
- The duration of the procedure.
- Attachment points must be handled with extreme care.
- Possible entanglement and the formation of koltunov.
But, despite a number of drawbacks, women close their eyes to them, because beauty requires sacrifice and for the sake of luxurious long hair they are ready to accept all the negative aspects of this method of lengthening strands.
Advantages and disadvantages of tape technology
Another equally popular way. The main advantage is that it does not require exposure to high temperatures. In addition, the procedure is cheaper and does not take much time. Correction is also quick and easy. It will have to be done (with proper care) as the roots grow, that is, once every 8 weeks.
Of the minuses worth noting the fact that you can not do high hair. Attachment points (tapes) will be visible. Therefore, the hair looks natural only in loose form. If the zone of attachment is too low, it will cause discomfort. Used glue can damage native curls.
Hair extensions - contraindications
It is not recommended to perform this procedure if:
- undergoing radiation therapy
- there are wounds or scratches on the scalp,
- you have alopecia, seborrhea or psoriasis,
- there are fungal diseases,
- too loose damaged curls that need repair.
In other cases, you can safely choose any of the existing methods.
Pros and cons of hair extensions - reviews
To understand whether to make such lengthening strands, read the opinions of other girls who have decided on this procedure.
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Hair extension. Technology, care, advantages and disadvantages
Thick long hair - the standard of feminine beauty for all times. However, not everyone can grow long hair, and not all nature has endowed with sufficient volume of hair.In such cases, it becomes possible to change your hair by building donor hair.
The extension procedure causes a rather large number of disputes, supporters note the possibility of quickly correcting their own insufficient volume and length, opponents recall the possible negative effect of the extension on the growth and quality of their own hair.
Hair extension technology
The first successful hair extension attempts were made in various European countries 15-20 years ago.
Today there is a huge variety of extension systems: Italian, English, Chinese, Spanish and French technologies.
After modern technologies have appeared, in which hair can last for six months, and the capsules are almost imperceptible, hair extensions become more and more popular.
Strands for extension are usually made from natural hair, more rarely - from artificial.
The most commonly used are specially treated strands of natural hair. They are divided into Asian and European. Asian hair comes from China and Korea. They are thick and tough, originally pitch black.
They are subjected to strong chemical (lightening) and heat treatment, in which the hair flakes are sealed. The use of Asian hair does not allow to achieve high quality extensions, therefore, natural European hair is more popular.
Their structure does not differ from the structure of our hair, and the natural light brown color allows, without causing harm, to give them any shade. Strands vary in color (natural range and color for highlighting) and in thickness (medium, normal, thin and ultrathin).
Thanks to this, you can pick up hair for any client. Not so long ago, an exclusive hair line appeared - selected non-dyed Slavic hair. Thanks to high-quality raw materials and unique treatment, this hair will require no more care than your own.
And although the color scheme is not very rich - 10 shades, but due to the initial unpainted hair, they can be subjected to any cosmetic procedures, up to dyeing, lightening and permanent, which cannot be done with any other types of hair extensions
Artificial hair is made of synthetic fibers (monofiber). In appearance and touch they can not be distinguished from the natural. This synthetic looks like well-groomed hair. The benefits here are.
The main thing is that monofiber is forty times lighter than natural hair (many people part with long hair because of gravity). Therefore, there will be no discomfort from the suddenly increased mass of hair after such a build-up.
Subjective advantage - it may be unpleasant for someone to wear other people's hair on their head.
There are drawbacks too - synthetics require a more careful attitude: it deforms from hot water and a hairdryer, it is impossible to use curling iron, special care products (rather expensive) and brushes for combing are recommended. In addition, every day the hair more and more tangled and dull. In addition, it is a disposable material, designed only for a single build-up (then it is no longer suitable).
European women were the first to grow hair in the late eighties. They did this by sticking extra strands on their own with hot silicone.
Widespread in its time received english technology. It uses hair on tresses (hair, sewn into a ribbon). But they are attached with a pistol loaded with resin.
The master cuts off a piece of hair, drips hot resin out of the gun and twists it with a special flagellum - a round capsule is obtained (the junction of his own and additional hair).
Thanks to this technology, hair extension has become a popular service.
But there are also disadvantages.A month later, the hair begins to go awry.
When a person sweats, the capsules heat up and become sticky, the hair naturally sticks to it, begins to roll between them, as a result, the capsules themselves stick together, and as a result, tangles are formed.
In addition, the connection of the hair with the help of resin is rather fragile, the hair is rather quickly combed out and lost, which requires frequent correction. The English build-up was very popular due to the low cost, but irretrievably outdated.
English technology refers to the hot methods of building. There are also ways to cold hair extensions, in the first place, spanish build up. In the cold mode, tressed hair is used.
The strand is cut off, glue is squeezed out of the tube, a fixative activator is applied from above, a chemical reaction begins, as a result of which heat is released, a capsule is formed by hands, and then it all stiffens. Fingers strongly stick to hair. The capsule becomes hard looking glass.
Sleeping on such hard capsules is very uncomfortable. The fixation is fixed, which threatens with depilation as a result of uneven hair tension during natural regrowth and a change in the hair growth cycle.
Strands are removed using a solvent containing acetone, which adversely affects the structure of your own hair at the attachment points.
Obsolete and low-quality technologies include Chinese build-up on metal beads (rings). A strand of the client's own hair and extra hair is inserted into the metal ring, then the ring is clamped. In this case, the hair is injured mechanically. Extensive hair keeps bad and crawls out within two to three weeks.
Only some of the technologies have gained popularity in Russia and are truly professional. It is considered the most modern Italian hardware technology. And although the devices in building capacity have been used for many years, the Italians were able to improve their use.
Hair extension using Italian technology is one of many hot hair extension methods. When using this technology, ready-made hair strands are used, on which a thin layer of keratin is applied. Keratin is applied in the factory and he (keratin) has the form of small, flat plates.
Hair with this technology uses the highest quality, as a rule - it is European and Slavic hair made in Italy. Italians dye their hair technical dyes, so that the color is not washed off.
In the root zone is applied strand with keratin. The keratin warms up within 1-2 seconds with forceps and completely imperceptibly connects its own and additional hair.
The build-up occurs at a temperature of 150-180 degrees, which is completely safe for hair.
As soon as the keratin becomes liquid, it, along with the strand, is clamped with special tweezers to obtain flat capsules. The advantages of this technology are in the capsule. It is not sticky and does not become tangled. There is a lot of hair on the capsule, and its size is small, the excess is cut off.
The standard capsule of Italian technology is two times less than in English. The capsule is not visible on the hair and is not visible to the touch, as it is flat and lies on the head. Hair from artificial strands do not comb out at all and do not lose their original appearance.
They can be dyed, permed, like natural hair.
Such hair is recommended to wear two or three months, although the maximum period can reach 6 months. Once a month it is worth coming for correction - to carefully comb and make a mask for hair.
Remove hair with a special gel and special forceps. The gel is applied to the capsule, the tongs soften it, and then, holding the regrown root, strand, while mechanically the hair is not damaged.
To professional also include ultrasonic building. Ultrasonic machines are considered the most expensive models, with their help keratin is melted by ultrasound discharge, and not under the influence of temperature.
And the latest technology that came to us from Europe, namely from Germany - is tape. Its main difference from other methods is the fastening is not strand, but tapes consisting of natural hair, with special glue already applied, strand width is 2-4 centimeters.
The safety of this glue tested by time and hair, it really does not harm. The advantages of tape technology is that it is the fastest and safest method to reduce the procedure of building up to 40 minutes.
Tape extension is almost not felt on the head to the touch compared to the capsules, but the attachment points are more visible visually.
Disadvantages - frequent correction of hair with the least loss of time and loose chic curls - it is impossible to collect hair grown in this way into a high tail. Tape extension is not recommended for those who have sparse hair.
Care for hair extensions
Hair extensions require special care. It is recommended to use both for the care of hair extensions and for their styling only products with neutral PH. Laying hair with curlers, straightening ironing, curling, it is necessary to avoid their contact with the capsules.
To wash the increased hair it is necessary with the shampoo diluted with water. And only in an upright position, tilting the head forward is strictly forbidden, as well as going to bed with wet hair. For combing hair extensions, brushes with sparse teeth without balls at the ends are used.
Long hair should be braided in a not tight braid at night to prevent them from tangling.
Going to the bath or sauna, do not forget to take a special hat for the head - so high temperatures are not recommended for extended hair.
Cosmetic companies today offer a wide range of hair care products.
This special shampoos, and conditioners, and sprays that prevent the electrification of the hair, and even special combs with eyelets that allow you to comb hair from the very roots without damaging the capsules.
It is undesirable to use various masks directly on the scalp, the oily base contributes to the weakening of hair joints and the rapid loss of extended strands.
What are the disadvantages can bring hair?
If the master to the bundle of your hair has increased a larger bundle of donor, then during growth, the capsule can begin to pull and tangle your own hair, and as a result they will simply fall off. Damage to your own hair can occur with such traumatic methods as Chinese building with the help of rings - in this case mechanical damage occurs to the hair shafts.
Hot buildup is not as dangerous as considered. To melt the keratin capsule with the Italian method, a temperature of 150-180 degrees is used.
Such a temperature range is not traumatic for the hair shaft (for comparison, in the curling or hair straightening iron the average temperature is 200-220 ° С), besides, such an effect will be single and short-lived.
Hair extensions do not adversely affect hair growth - small additional strands usually do not overload their own hair, so there is no loss of weight either. With proper professional extension, microcirculation of the scalp does not suffer.
However, there are situations where hair extensions are undesirable.
You should not do hair extensions with active hair loss (for example, with intense stress loss, loss after anesthesia, after chemotherapy) - in this case, the extended strands are quickly lost along with the hair to which they are attached, and hair extension is simply inappropriate.
It is not recommended to increase hair in case of scalp diseases in the exacerbation stage (seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis) - in this case, the quality of washing the scalp and its cleansing deteriorates, but it is also difficult to apply medicinal preparations on the scalp.
Particular attention should be paid to the psychological moment when removing hair extensions. Every day we lose about 100 hairs.
And since the capsules will hold them, then on the day of donor hair removal, we will simultaneously lose the amount that should have fallen out over three months - and the difference between real and created volume will be especially noticeable.
After long wearing of hair extensions, many people forget how much hair they had before the procedure, having become accustomed to long and voluminous hair, in such situations a false feeling is created that the hair has thinned. Therefore, it is not surprising that after removing the donor hair, I immediately want to increase it again.
Hot Italian hair extensions: technology
Some girls by nature have rare thin hair, and they dream about voluminous hairstyles. Other women are not satisfied with the length, and I don’t want to grow a braid to the waist for several years. In such cases, overhead strands come to the rescue. And why you should use the Italian hair extension in a hot way, you will find out in the article.
Delve into history
This technology of hair extension was invented in 1991 by David Gold, a stylist and hairdresser. Clients constantly complained to him that artificial strands do not adhere well to resin capsules, which were used in the popular English method.
Then the hairdresser decided to invent a special glue that would cope with his task. He made it on the basis of keratin (frozen protein). This glue has already securely fixed donor hair and minimized hair loss and combing.
Modern strands
Hair extensions using Italian technology are made with keratin capsules. They are a unique polymer that is almost half organic. This modulated keratin provides a strong mount for a long time with the smallest size of the capsule.
With this sticky substance donor curls are already connected in small bunches. Capsules will be completely invisible, because modern technology allows you to paint them in any color. Today, for the manufacture of strands are most often used natural European or Slavic hair of various shades. Therefore, increased curls Italian way look quite natural.
Areas for building
Other methods of giving splendor to the hairstyle allow you to make overhead strands only in the neck and temples. But Italian hot hair extension technology has made a real breakthrough. With it, you can quietly fasten tufts of curls, even near the parting. Also, invisible capsules make it possible to build a thick bang, which the girls had not even dreamed of before.
Preparing to build
As soon as you want to have long thick curls, do not immediately run to the hairdresser to build. Girls recommend first to do the following:
- Treat hair in advance if it is not in very good condition.
- Choose an experienced master, preferably on the reviews.
- Consult with him about building. Each hairdresser gives his recommendations.
- Wash your head immediately before the procedure. Capsules well stick together only on clean strands.
Only if you follow these simple tips, the Italian technology of hair extension will not cause you any problems. Feedback from women confirms this.
Strand selection
For Italian technology, there are some restrictions on the length. The minimum you can increase 6 centimeters, and the maximum - 70. To give additional volume, depending on the density of the average will leave 60 donor curls. If you want to get really lush and long hair, you will need up to 200 strands. All these nuances need to be negotiated with the selected master.
When the optimal number of strands will be determined, the barber will select the curls that best fit your color. If there are none, it doesn’t matter. They can be painted in any shade. But in the arsenal of the professional master there are always about 60 curls of different tones. When the Italian hair extensions will be completed, it will be possible to make any hairstyle or styling.
Extension procedure
First, a thin strand is separated and a donor bundle is applied to it. Do this, usually deviating from the roots from 3 to 10 millimeters. Then, with special thermal tongs, the capsule is tightly clamped for a few seconds. After that, it becomes flat and inconspicuous.
The heating temperature is selected individually depending on the condition of the hair. But more than 90-180 degrees, it just will not. At this temperature, the girls at home straighten and curl their curls.
So Italian hair extensions will not do much harm.
Thus, step by step, from the neck to the temples, the master attaches the capsules to the tufts of the client's curls. To the touch they are like a tiny seal, more flexible and soft than with other methods of building. Therefore, the girls do not feel any discomfort.
The procedure is quite long, lasts several hours. At its end, the master of a special curling iron smoothes all hair. And after the scissors is made a sliding cut to hide the difference between the accumulated and live strands.
Wearing time
Masters of the Italian extension say that the dates depend on the initial length of the client's own curls. The minimum is two months, and the maximum is six months.
Judging by the experience of the girls themselves, the correction needs to be done every two months. With slower hair growth, re-buildup can be done in four months, but not later.
In any case, it is quite a long period of wearing compared with other technicians.
Correction procedure
To hot Italian hair extensions always look beautiful, you need to make timely correction. It is completely harmless and does not destroy the natural strands. Therefore, re-attachment of the capsules can be performed immediately after their removal.
To remove keratin crystals, the hairdresser applies a special solvent to them. After a while they will soften and become pliable.
The capsules are broken by forceps resembling pliers, and donor strands are simply pulled down. After that, the hair is thoroughly combed and washed with shampoo to remove the remnants of keratin.
The strands are also not damaged after removal, so they can be reused. Such savings can not please the girls.
Advantages of Italian build
Fashionistas prefer this technology thanks to numerous advantages. It:
- Keratin capsules are considered the most reliable,
- build-up imperceptibly and does not cause discomfort when worn,
- you can attach strands in any area of the head,
- the procedure does not injure the natural and donor hair,
- you can go to the bathhouse, sauna or to the beach,
- keratin crystals are hypoallergenic,
- long enough socks.
Hair extensions: the pros and cons of the procedure
Some people are not satisfied with long noses and ears, so they are sent to the plastic surgeon's office. For others, the eternal problem is those extra pounds that prevent you from successfully arranging your personal life. However, only desperate people are ready to go for an operation.
Temporary improvement of visual appearance becomes popular among the target audience. A common and sought-after procedure of the 21st century is hair extension, which allows girls to eradicate self-doubt and enjoy the desired image.
For most women, their own beauty and appearance are of decisive importance, so an increase in the volume and length of their curls is the possibility of achieving the desired result.
Before visiting a hairdresser, it is important to promptly ask some pressing questions: How to strengthen your hair without damaging the roots and bulbs? Should I arrange a similar test for my curls? How harmless is such a procedure? What negative consequences can you expect? In advance of not thinking about the above dilemmas, you will be puzzled by a new problem: How to restore hair after hair extensions? In search of the right decision, you need to be aware of the scale of the upcoming improvement in your appearance.
Classification of types of hair extensions
It is of paramount importance to get acquainted with the types of hair extensions, through which the wizard produces a similar procedure.
In the era of technical progress, the range of possibilities for hairdressers and stylists is expanding significantly, so a variety of new options for providing such a service appear in beauty salons.
Today you can grow artificial or natural strands using the following techniques:
- Sewing a tress to a natural strand (a similar method was borrowed from African peoples who weaved individual locks into braids - today barbers have improved this service, fixing hair through threads).
- Gluing the strands to the scalp (this method is extremely dangerous for girls prone to allergies, because the chemical composition of the fastening element can cause a negative reaction).
- Italian (natural locks are attached to the natural strands by an electric apparatus, having a capsule at the ends, under the influence of high temperatures such elements melt and attach to the roots of native hair).
- Belt (this method functionally resembles the technology of bonding, the difference lies only in one aspect - the curl is attached to a narrow, rather than a wide natural strand).
- English (identical procedure, similar to the Italian method of extension, the only difference is the use of glue and a special gun, without the use of innovative equipment).
- Spanish (hairs are fixed to natural strands using glue and adhesions, without applying high temperatures to the procedure, which often damage the structure of native curls).
- Ultrasound (with the help of special equipment, an additional strand is attached to the natural hair, gluing it to the curl by means of the energy of the waves produced by the device).
- Asian (using special hooks and knitting needles, the master secures an artificial strand to the woman’s own hair, using small metal rings to perform such an action).
- Short-term (a similar procedure involves attaching the strand with a hairpin to natural curls, after attending the event or after a short period of time, the girls return to their ordinary image).
In order not to encounter a dilemma before the stipulated time, how to remove the hair that has been added, it is necessary to take into account many factors that form the consequences of such a procedure.
It is of paramount importance to ask timely questions about the competence of the craftsmen and the conditions for the provision of specialized services, having familiarized themselves with the experience of the beauty salon employees and equipment certificates immediately prior to the visit. It should be noted that hair extensions can be made exclusively on healthy curls.
Neglecting this recommendation invariably leads to the deterioration of natural strands. A similar procedure is contraindicated for girls with vascular diseases, during lactation and pregnancy, while taking potent drugs and hormones.
Advantages and disadvantages of hair extensions
After reviewing the varieties of hair extensions, you need to get rid of negative thoughts and a positive surge of emotions, rationally assessing the situation.
Only objectivity and consistency of judgment will help you make the right choice. To determine the feasibility of such a procedure, it is necessary to weigh its advantages and disadvantages.
The advantages of building artificial or natural curls on native hair include:
In 2-3 hours you have the opportunity to make a haircut that takes years to create, because after completing the procedure you have at your disposal optimal hair length and volume, the weight of the artificial strand, which puts additional pressure on the bulb, strengthens the bulbs and roots of the native curls (most importantly, so that the master in the process of building up keeps the technology), 1–4 months of wearing artificial hair allow strands to grow, having achieved the desired length over a certain period of time,
hair extensions help girls learn how to make voluminous hairstyles, determine their own visual appearance and learn methods of caring for long curls.
We must not forget about the shortcomings that are inherent in hair extensions. A similar procedure provided in most beauty salons, always accompanied by the following disadvantages:
- high hair styles are a taboo for girls with hair extensions, because when a hairdresser creates such “masterpieces”, capsules become visible,
- when using methods where high temperatures are applied, there is a risk of damage to the native strands (if the master makes an oversight or incorrectly performs the procedure),
- in windy weather, people from your surroundings will surely notice that you have implemented the extension procedure, because the capsules “treacherously” open up to the eye of interlocutors or passersby,
- some girls start an allergic reaction to artificial or natural strands that are attached to native hair,
- Increasing the volume and length of your curls, you can not comb them from the root, carrying out a similar action only from the beginning of the capsules (the cause of the itching of the scalp),
- no doubt - it is much more difficult to care for the hair extensions than for the native hair,
- when combing the curls, the artificial strand may fall off if you accidentally touch it.
Having identified the main advantages and disadvantages of hair extensions, you have a comprehensive knowledge of the profile procedure. Possessing a sufficient amount of information, you can make a rational decision by weighing the arguments “For” and “Against” an artificial increase in the volume and length of native curls.
The main thing is to be guided by personal preferences and desires, because each person has an individual worldview. If you are ready to put up with the disadvantages of a similar procedure, then do not hesitate - make an appointment with the master. Do not torment yourself with remorse of conscience, peace of mind can be found only in one way - by reaching the cherished goal.
