How to Buy Seamless Hair Extensions

Seamless hair extensions can create long locks.

Seamless hair extensions are a great way to increase the length and volume of your hair. The seamless method of attachment utilizes a skin weft, made of a silicone and lined with heat-sensitive adhesive. One application of seamless hair extensions can last up to three months with proper maintenance. When purchasing seamless extensions, there are several qualities of the hair to be considered.

Amounts Needed

Seamless skin wefts are most often sold in packages of 3.5 to 4 ounces. You will need approximately 8 ounces of extensions for a full hairstyle, 8 to 10 ounces. for more volume and thickness, and only one 3.5 ounce package if you are looking to add highlights to hair that is already long.

Lengths

Seamless extensions are commonly found in several length variations: 12 to 14 inches, 16 to 18 inches and 20 to 22 inches. When considering the length of your extensions, keep in mind that some length will be lost when the extensions are cut to blend with your natural hair.

Texture

Seamless extensions are available in yaki and silky textures. Yaki texture blends best with relaxed or coarse hair, while silky blends in with many hair types. Within the silky texture, straight and bodywave curl patterns are offered. Choose your extensions texture based on your own natural hair type.

Color Selection

Seamless extensions are available in a large variety of natural and fun hair colors. When selecting your seamless extensions, you will want to compare the extensions color to the ends of your hair instead of the hair closest to the scalp in order to blend your lengths. Many extensions retailers will carry a sample color ring, and online stores offer slightly less-reliable color charts for comparison. If there is no color that is a perfect match to your hair, choose the two closest colors and alternate them during application for a blended, multi-toned look.

References

• Dafina Memberr; Owner; Sunny's Hair and Wigs; Atlanta, GA