Step 3 is to research all the different methods of attaching hair extensions and select a few that you think might work for your hair. There are hundreds of different hair extension methods. Many salons/stylists will offer complimentary consulations for hair extensions and others will charge a small fee. Either way, you will want to know about the methods before you go to your hair extension consultation. There is a short list of some of the more popular hair extension methods listed at http://www.hairresources.net/step_3.htm If you do not have time to research the methods yourself, you can purchase our E-book,Hair Extension-The official consumers guide to getting hair extensions, where all the method details are covered, including where to find a salon in your area. It is usually a good idea to select several different companies to start with in case there aren't any trained or certified stylists in your area. Eleven Important Facts To Find About Hair Extension Companies and Methods: 1. What type of hair is used and is it re-useable? 2. What type of training and/or certification is required for the hair stylist to attach hair extensions? 3. How long do the hair extensions last? 4. What type of hair are the hair extensions intended for and how long does your hair need to be to attach the extensions? 5. What are the average costs? 6. Where can you find a stylist that offers these type of extensions? 7. What sort of maintenance is there, and does it cost extra? 8. What are the side-effects of the method? I.e. can it damage your hair? 9. How long has this company been in business? (Type in the search box of any search engine 'company name + problems' to check them out. 10. Are there any guarantees? Many of the answers to these questions can be found on the websites of the various hair extension companies. You may need to Email some of them to get the answers. In short, be prepared by knowing about all the methods. Some hair issues, such as damaged hair or thinning hair will be worsened if the wrong hair extension method is used. |
