FAQs About Hair Extensions

WHY SHOULD ANYONE GET HAIR EXTENSIONS?

Hair extensions can play a significant part in our appearance, more than most realize. Extensions are not just for adding length. For those who want more hair, ‘padding’ is a technique used to thicken the hair. You can even enhance your hair color. Ombre extensions can keep you color current and highlight your existing hair color, without any bleach damage.

HOW IS THE APPLICATION EXPERIENCE?

Customized Hair Extensions at JA 30-A Salon are applied via a fusion method, which uses a synthetic keratin that bonds to your hair. This unique strand-by-strand application allows for full mobility and a seamless, natural blend. Padding for thickness can take around 1 hour, and a full lengthening and thickening service may take approximately 2 hrs. Extensions require no special maintenance and can last anywhere from 2-3 months depending on the hair type.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SEEKING VOLUME OR LENGTH WITH EXTENSIONS? CAN YOU GET BOTH IN ONE APPLICATION?

The main difference between volume and just lengthening the hair is the amount of extension hair used to achieve each look. Lengthening always requires more hair, as you want the entire extended length to be full and softly layered, to move naturally. Some might only require volume/thickening in the front or the back. A customized assessment and understanding of personal needs and goals is considered and executed in my unique placement -applied pieces are so small, I have complete control of what to add and where.

POST-APPLICATION, HOW DO I CARE FOR MY NEW EXTENSIONS?

The only maintenance required for hair extensions is daily brushing at the roots to keep the bonds separated and tangle free. This is an often overlooked and a significant part of the whole experience. The more diligent you are with the brushing the more you benefit from the extensions, long-term. It is also critical to use sulfate-free shampoo and to avoid using heavy moisturizers or oil based products at the root of the hair where the keratin bond is. Sleep with hair in a loose braid.

WHEN DO I COME BACK FOR CHECK-INS OR REPLACEMENTS?

We generally recommend a check-up two days after initial application, to make any necessary adjustments with the length or style. We also confirm and work with you on proper brushing technique, to keep the extensions smooth and tangle free.

HOW LONG CAN I WEAR MY EXTENSIONS?

Customized Hair Extensions can be worn for as long as two to three months depending on your hair type. Hair that is fragile or sensitive should only have extensions for the minimum of two months, while coarser, stronger hair can hold extensions for three months. At the end of the cycle, you can remove the existing extensions and replace them with new ones immediately to maintain your desired look. Some will choose to maintain extensions until they achieve their desired length with their own hair; others will continue to apply extensions to maintain the thickness/lengths they can not achieve naturally.

IN YOUR EXPERIENCE, WHAT FEEDBACK DO CLIENTS SHARE ABOUT THEIR NEW HAIR EXTENSIONS?

Client feedback is our greatest reward. Your hair plays such an important role in your daily life – it can be incredibly empowering to feel more thickness or length in your hair. Our clients most often walk out with an extra pep in their step and with their heads held high – an immediate confidence boost and smile. Most of our clients continue with extensions for years, as an important part of my program is education on upkeep, periodic touch ups if needed, and a meticulous and unique application to mitigate long-term damage to your hair. When involving extensions, the creative possibilities are endless, and we always inspire my clients to change or try something new.