Natural Hair Extensions For Women

By Jessica Rogers


Wearing of hair extensions is done by different people for different reasons. There are those who do so to cover scars, while other do so to enhance their appearances. Others have different reasons. These products come into main varieties, that is, natural and fake/synthetic hair extensions. Natural hair extensions are durable and of better quality, but they also cost more.

There are many colors and styles for natural and fake extensions. The various styles usually have different ways of application. In terms of quality, synthetic products present more stiffness, which makes them not to blend properly with hair on the head when styled in. It is passed through processing, which sometimes leads to addition of external finishes like silicone coat. The coat makes them shiny and they fade with time.

Synthetic hairs are not designed to allow for coloring. This is because the strands of hair in them usually get destroyed by the bleach or ammonia contained in most dyes on the market. Similarly, synthetic products cannot be styled with heat like natural extensions can. This is because the fiber in synthetic products usually gets damaged by the heat. Thus, blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons among other tools cannot be used on synthetic extensions.

Synthetic products are cheaper than natural products because they are of poor quality. When they get styled on the head they do not last long because of their poor quality. They are not durable and are easily damaged by chemicals, sun and rain among other factors. They mostly last for up to a few months unlike natural products which when cared and maintained properly, can last for up to a year.

The key to maintaining that fresh look that one gets when they step out of a beauty salon is maintenance. After styling, it is important to keep the synthetic or Remy hair well maintained at all times. It is advisable to wash them one a regular basis. One can wash them in a sink and use a towel to dry out the water.

Hair conditioning can be done using conditioners and shampoos. Sulfates and parabens should not be contained in any of the products used for conditioning. Instructions for use of certain products prohibit the use of shampoos. As such, one should be careful with the product they use shampoos on. Roots of hairs should be the target when shampooing. Air drying is the process of using air to dry the head. One should use this method after shampooing or washing. Proper maintenance entails ensuring that the head is dry before going to bed.

These products rarely cause people to experience allergic reactions. However, that does not mean that it is impossible for allergic reactions to be experienced because there are people who undergo this ordeal. If one experiences a bad reaction, it is advisable to seek medical assistance immediately before the situation worsens. Natural extensions cause less allergies compared to their synthetic counterparts.

Lastly, one should have a good salonist for the job. Not every salonist is qualified for the job. Many in the market are attracted by the growth and the potential of making money in the industry. Thus, being careful is of utmost importance.




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