How to Purchase Short to Long Hair Extensions
Long hair is an attractive look that many women like. However, it can take years to grow out long hair. Most women want immediate gratification when it comes to their style. In addition, reverting to a short hairstyle is sometimes preferable. Because of this, removable short-to-long hair extensions are becoming more widely sold. The price varies, as does the skill that is required to apply these versatile hair pieces. These are just a few of the factors that you will want to keep in mind when you purchase short-to-long hair extensions. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Color matching card or samples
- Paper and pencil
- Computer with Internet connection
- Tape measure
- Cash, credit or debit card
Instructions
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Compare your natural hair color with the color sample cards to determine what shade of short-to-long hair extensions you need to select. Write the sample color name or code with your pencil on a sheet of paper.
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Travel to a physical location that carries short-to-long removable hair extensions or visit a website that specializes in hair extensions using a computer with an Internet connection.
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Determine how much length you want to add to your existing hair. Place the bottom of the tape measure against your back where you want your short-to-long hair extensions to fall. Note the measurement at the nape of your neck, at your ear line and the top of your head. Record these on the paper. Different types of hair extensions are installed at different points on your head, so take all the recommended measurements.
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Choose a price range that fits in your budget. Removable hair extensions can cost under $50, but be as high as several hundred or more.
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Select a style that fits your budget and appeals to your tastes. Determine whether you want a versatile hair extension that can be styled to suit your tastes or an already-styled extension such as a ponytail or bun.
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Choose between real hair and synthetic extensions. Real hair can be washed, curled and styled the same as your normal hair. Synthetic extensions require special care and cannot be exposed to heat or chemicals.
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Check the suggested skill level for installing the short-to-long hair extensions. Some hair extensions can be applied by beginners while others will require professional help. If you need a stylist, work that into the purchasing budget.
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Purchase the hair extensions. Use a credit card, debit card or cash if you are shopping at the physical location of a hair or beauty shop. Use your credit or debit card to purchase short-to-long hair extensions at an online shop. Enter your personal and mailing information to complete the checkout process.
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Tips & Warnings
Most short-to-long hair extensions are installed using clips or hairpins.
If your hair extensions have more than one section, they are usually layered in levels on your head.
Many brands of removable hair extensions come with instructions for use.
Many websites offer free shipping if your order exceeds their minimum purchase amount.
If you wear or wash your hair extensions, it may be impossible to return them if the color or style is wrong.
References
- Photo Credit Portrait of the beautiful young woman with long hair . image by Yuri Bizgaimer from Fotolia.com
