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Five questions you should be asking before going ahead

Understanding the best methods

Understanding hair types

How to avoid buying low quality hair

What to look for in a Salon

Your guide to the costs involved

What you need to know before you take the plunge

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“ Good quality hair extensions can be hard to find.

Before you take the expensive plunge it is really important to do your

research so that you are confident you are getting the perfect product.

Unfortunately there is no standard for hair extensions and the market is

swamped with pretenders, so here is a checklist to follow so that you

don’t become a victim and get it right from the start.

Kind Regards,

Stacey Racovalis

Hair Extension Specialist Melbourne

Hair With Envy

Level 1, 209 Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick VIC 3185



UNDERSTAND THE COSTS INVOLVED

Hair extension prices vary from salon to salon so it is really hard to understand

what costs you are up for. Unfortunately the higher the price doesn’t mean the

better the extensions so keep that in mind. You will need to make sure you can

afford the luxury of having extensions, so ensure your budget can afford:

Initial installation costs: This service will be your most expensive. The service

should include: installation costs, cut and styling, and your new set of hair.

Reinstallation/ Servicing Costs: Hair extensions need maintenance at least every

6-8 weeks. Ensure you can afford the up keep of maintaining them.

Hair Products/Brushes: Using the right hair products for your hair extensions is

imperative. Using the right products will ensure your hair extensions perform to

their maximum potential.



KNOW WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR

Before you start calling around make sure you know what you are looking for.

Establish what you want your hair extensions for: thickness, length or both. This

way when you call around you know exactly what you are inquiring about.

Before you start researching specialists have a list of questions ready to ask:

1. What method of hair extensions do you offer?

2. Explain your own hair type (fine, medium, thick) and ask whether their

method of attachment is suitable for your hair

3. What hair type do they offer?

4. What is the life span of the hair and how often would you need to replace

it?

5. How often using their method would you need to come in servicing?

If they can’t answer these questions for you, cross them off the list.



UNDERSTAND METHODS

WARNINGTraction alopecia is hair loss that is caused by long term hair

pulling and breakage due to very tight hair braiding, weaves,

hair bonds or cornrows continually pulling at the hair root. If

wrongly applied hair extensions are continually worn and

the tension on your hair is not regularly alleviated, scarring

can occur as well as permanent hair loss, leaving the wearer

with a less then desirable appearance they'll be forced to

deal with for their rest of their lives.

Scary isn’t it? Unfortunately it is way too common to see poorly applied hair extensions with

these results.

It is essential that your hair extension specialist is cautious of this. Choosing the right method for

your hair type is imperative to ensure you don’t permanently lose your hair.

There different methods available and everyone has conflicting

opinions about which one is best, so it really comes down to research.

Make sure the method of attachment is explained in depth to you and

that you are assured you getting the right one for your hair type.

Stay tuned for more articles about hair extension methods. We will be

going through all methods in depth and please feel free to write in to

us with any questions.



UNDERSTAND HAIR TYPES

There are so many names for hair extensions these days. European, Russian, Virgin

Russian, Remy and the list goes on.

Let’s break this down

VIRGIN RUSSIAN HAIR/CAUCASIANA rare and delicate hair type that is so rare it’s quite

expensive. Authentic Russian hair does NOT come in a

packet and is usually provided as a custom order and in

hand made wefts. Prices are in the thousands so if they say

it’s Authentic Russian and doesn’t cost you a bomb then it’s

not Russian. This hair will last 12+ months and is silky and

tangle free.

Beautiful hair but extremely expensive.

VIRGIN SOUTH AMERICAN AND VIRGIN CUTICLEVirgin South American hair is more

reasonably priced than Russian, is

natural medium-dark brown in colour

and sold in its natural form with its

cuticle intact – provided it is authentic.

It can be bleached and coloured, is

silky, tangle free and has a life span of 12+ months.



Virgin Cuticle South American hair is Virgin South American hair that has been lifted or

coloured for clients with lighter hair. It still has its cuticle intact, is silky and tangle free

and has a life span of 10-18 months – provided it’s authentic.

Beautiful to wear, and a perfect match to mimic your natural hair enabling your

extensions to look as natural as possible.

REMY AND EUROPEANSo we are looking at the absolute bottom end of the scale. Probably 80% of what is

available in today’s market is European and Remy hair extensions. In some cases it is

called Russian, Indian as well so it is really hard to know what you’re getting.

This hair is usually Asian. As you can imagine Asian hair is thick,

course and straight. It is then acid washed to remove colour,

texture and the cuticle, then coloured and silicone coated. When

it is new it feels beautiful and silky, then after a few washes the

silicone coated washes away and you are left with a matted, dry

mess.



HOW TO AVOID BUYING LOW QUALITY HAIR

The best way is to ask questions and see examples. You need to see examples of

what the hair looks like after it has been worn for several months, not what it

looks like when it is brand new. Feel the worn hair and ensure you ask your hair

extension specialist to clarify that the hair is the highest quality.

We have attached a picture of what low grade hair looks like. We have removed

this type of hair from numerous clients that have told us that this hair was less

than 3 months old.



CHOOSE A REPUTABLE SALON

When doing your research, make sure the salon has a good reputation. Look for

reviews, social media posts (examples of their work) anything you can find that

shows how committed they are at offering good quality work. When calling them

ensure they have time to take your call and answer any questions you have

directly and honestly. This might sound silly but go with your gut, a women’s

intuition is usually right.

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