Adding some extensions to your hair is a great way to give it extra
length and volume. Hair extensions are popular with celebrities and can
often be seen on the red carpet. It is possible for you to be able to
get that celebrity look, you just need to know the tricks of the trade;
we are here to help.
Clip-In Hair Extensions
Clip-in hair
extensions are the easy way to get instant length, volume and style
without damaging your own hair. The hair is supplied in tracks which are
attached to clips so it is ready to use as soon as you take the hair
out of the packaging.
Clip-in extensions are easily applied to the
hair at the roots in layers. Firstly, wash, dry and brush your own hair
to ensure that it is in perfect condition. Then, take a comb and make a
horizontal parting at the very back of your hair, just above the nape
of your neck; clip/tie the rest of your hair out of the way. Back-comb
the roots of the hair which is left down to ensure that the clips have
an area to grip on to easily. Take your track of extensions and,
attaching the middle clip first and working your way outwards, secure
the extensions to
your hair. Repeat the process with the next layer of
hair, leaving approximately 1/1½ inches between layers.
The beauty
of this process is that your own hair will cover the extension tracks,
making them look completely natural. It is worth noting that it is
easier to create a more natural looking style using a curled style than a
straight one. This is because the curls of your own hair and that of
the extensions merge together more seamlessly than if you hair is
straight and so are the extensions; often, a notable contrast and step
between then shorter natural hair and long extensions can be seen.
