What type of hair do you use and where does it come from?

We use 100% natural hair.  It is produced in China and we only purchase the Remy quality hair.  This ensures that the hair cuticles are all in the same direction, therefore the hair stays silky and smooth and does not matt if treated properly.

 What color should I choose?
When choosing a color, to perfectly match your own hair always choose a color that matches your hair from the middle to the ends. Never buy hair the color of your roots as it is always darker. The blending of your hair on the bottom part is most important.

 Can I mix several colors?
This is a great idea! Most people have more than one color in their hair. Blending several colors gives you a more natural look. This is also a great way to create highlight or the latest trend of chunky colors.

Can I use extensions to add texture or color to my hair?
Absolutely! Extensions are a great way to experiment with color or texture without chemically treating your own natural hair!

 Is it done with real hair?
Most hair extensions are done with real hair however synthetic hair is available also. Ask your stylist to recommend which would be best for the style you are seeking.

Will extensions damage my hair?
Extensions should not damage your hair if properly cared for and maintained. You must be careful brushing. If you have a tangle, hold the hair while you brush it especially if your hair is fragile. Have them redone about every 4-6 weeks. It is very important to have an expert do your hair extensions and that they thoroughly explain how to maintain your style for optimum healthy hair.

How much hair do I need?
Every one has a different head shape and size along with different hair texture.  This will often dictate how much hair is required.

How long should they last?
the hair that is used should last for at least 6 months regardless of the method used. Higher quality hair can last up to 18 months. If they are not lasting that long then there is likely to be a problem in the installation or the daily maintenance program.

 How long should commercial hair be worn over time?
If genuine care is taken when choosing a safe method of extensions and that method is executed properly along with proper daily maintenance and professional maintenance, hair extensions can be worn indefinitely. You have to have healthy natural hair to attach hair extensions to, so keep your hair healthy!

 Will wearing extensions help me grow my chemical relaxer, perm or colour out?
Yes! If you choose basic hair weaving as your installation method then your natural hair will be braided underneath and relieve you of having to chemically relax your new growth, so your natural texture can grow out.

 What is Hair Weaving?
There are several different techniques for hair weaving, but the two most popular techniques are "basic" hair weaving and "advanced". Basic hair weaving is a method of hair extensions that uses cornrow braiding of ones natural hair to form a line of hair what is called a "weft" or "track" along one edge. Then the commercial hair, which is also on a weft (sewn or tied together), is attached to the braided weft with a needle and weaving cord. Advanced hair weaving is a method that uses hand-tied knots instead of braids to form the weft or track and then the commercial hair is sewn onto the knotted weft with a needle and weaving cord. Ones own natural hair left out of the weave is styled to cover where the extensions are attached for a very natural look.

  Can I brush, curl blow dry and wash it?
Absolutely! This is your new hair. Wash, curl and have fun. Though you can wash everyday you will find that your extensions hair will stay clean and curled for days. Wake up too late this morning? No problem. Your hair still looks great!

 How do I wash them?
Wash the hair in one direction. Best to apply the shampoo to dry hair, leave it for 5 minutes and then wash out keeping the hair nice and straight.  Avoid washing hair upside down in the sink. Use shampoos that are for dry hair and add the most moisture. Wash hair right after swimming. When brushing your hair, start from the bottom and work your way up while holding the top part to keep it from shedding or stretching.

 Can I color or perm the extension hair?
The great thing about our human hair is it comes with the perm in it and you can choose your color. You may, but it is advisable to not color or perm the hair since it has already been processed.

 What is a tightening?
Tightening is when the hair weft is removed and then put back in. Due to hair growth and daily maintenance, your hair extensions will loosen from your scalp and will need to be tightened. CAUTION: It is very important to have your extensions tightened in a timely fashion so as to avoid any damage to your own natural hair.

 If the extensions get to loose, your new growth of natural hair between your scalp and the extensions can matt together and cause potential breakage when trying to detangle that hair. Ask your technician for a tightening schedule for your particular method of extensions. What about coloring my own hair? You or your technician may definetly color your own hair. Just color the area of hair that has been left out of the extensions. Careful not to get color on the extensions hair as it grabs color really fast.

 What types of products should I use?
Moisture is the most important thing. Please do not use products for oily hair or strippers that take out chlorine or product build up. These leave the hair dry. Use styling products that are zero or low alcohol. Products for dry hair are the best. Spray in conditioners and glossifiers are wonderful for the ends.

 Can I remove the extensions myself or have a friend to do it?
I HIGHLY recommend that you have your very experienced professional stylist who has been trained in the art of hair extensions remove them for you! If extensions are not removed properly, damage can result to one's natural hair!

 Why does there seem to be so much hair shedding when removing my extensions?
There seems to be a lot of confusion with this one! Your natural hair sheds on a daily basis as part of a natural process. It is normal to lose up to a 100 hairs a day! Just because you have extensions in your hair does not mean that this natural process stops, it in fact continues, but since your hair is in braids or which ever installation was used to attach your extensions your daily hair shed is trapped in the installation and not falling out into your sink or latching on to your comb or brush as usual. So when you remove your extensions, all of that normal hair shed is then released and it appears as though a lot of hair is coming out all at once. If you are wearing your extensions for 8 to 12 weeks, that's up to 5,600 to 8,400 hairs you have shed during this natural process! I can not stress enough how important it is to have a trained extensionist remove your extensions! They too can explain this natural process to you.