How to Wear Hair Extensions

From the diva of talk shows, Tyra Banks, to glam actresses like Charlize Theron, and even socialites like Paris Hilton, hair extensions are accessories that are sometimes used to fashionably complete any outfit. Some men and women wear hair extensions to add length to their hair while others wear hair extensions to routinely change their look or create a new look. Read on to learn how to wear hair extensions.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Hair extensions
• Weave bonding glue
• Rattail comb
• Hair clips

1. Determine what type of hair extension you want to wear. There are numerous types to choose from that include synthetic hair, 100 percent human hair, pony hair and yaki hair. Each of these types of hair require different maintenance so be sure to check what they require before purchasing them.
2. Decide what style of hair you want to wear. This includes styles like straight, curly, wet and wavy and Italian weave. Each of these styles are so versatile in that they allow you to change the look by pulling the hair up, back or pinning it up.
3. Choose from applying the weave with tucking combs, gluing in the weave or having the weave sewn in. To have the weave sewn in would require braiding of the hair. To have a professional look, employ the services of a hair professional.
4. Shampoo the hair extensions before applying it to the hair. This helps to wash away any manufacturing residue or oils from the hair.
5. Remove the hair extensions by applying oil directly to the track (if the extension is braided in). This will separate your natural hair from the weaved in hair. This will allow you to apply light pressure by gently pulling the weave hair extension away from your hair.
6. Gently shampoo the hair thoroughly after removing the hair extensions.