Hair Extensions

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Individuals -

Hairdreams Nano

$$$$

PROS

- Versatile

- Poly bond, not keratin

- Double drawn hair (thick root to end)

- Flat bonds allow the hair to fan out like full coverage methods

- 4-6 month wear time

- Full head install in less than an hour

CONS

- Not suitable for very fine hair/low density hair

- Hair is not reusable

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Individuals - kTips

AKA Fusion Extensions $$$$

PROS

- Full Customizable.

- Natural Movement

- Versatile

- Virtually Undetectable

- 3-6 month wear time. No monthly maintenance.

CONS

- Hair is not reusable

- No monthly salon maintenance

- Can tangle at the root if not maintained properly at home.

- Full head install can take 3-6 hours

Hair extensions being attached to a person's natural hair using metal beads.

Individuals - iTips

AKA MicroLinks $$$

PROS

- Fully Customizable

- Hair can be reused multiple times

- Monthly in salon maintenance

CONS

- Not super discreet

- Beads chip

- Not suitable for fine hair

- Not suitable for those with metal (copper/aluminum) allergies

- Full head install can take 3-6 hours

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Wefts

AKA Beaded Wefts/Hand-tied Weft/Genius Wefts $$$

PROS

- Great for low density hair

- Adds volume

- Hair is reusable multiple times

- Monthly in salon maintenance

CONS

- Can be bulky

- No slick-back hairstyles

- Not suitable for those with active lifestyles

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Tapes

AKA Secrets/Quikkies $$$

PROS

- Flat/Not bulky

- Quick installation time

- Full coverage

CONS

- Can get sticky

- Not suitable for low density hair

- Not suitable for oily/sweaty scalps

- Not suitable for active lifestyles

- Removal & reinstall needed every 6 weeks


Hair Replacement

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Hairdreams Microline

$$$$

PROS

- Wear 24/7

- Integrated with your own natural hair

- Looks natural

- Breathable

- Curly & wavy textures available

- Offers coverage for top of head/crown area

- Great solution for alopecia

- Multiple installation methods available

CONS

- Monthly maintenance can get pricey

- Heavy (a lot of hair)

- No deep side parts, middle part looks best

- Not suitable for active lifestyles

- Lifespan 6-8months

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Mesh Integration

AKA Closures $$$$

PROS

- Wear 24/7

- Great solution for low density hair/alopecia/trichotillomania

- Looks natural

- Suitable for fragile hair/bald spots

- Side part OK

CONS

- Monthly maintenance (3 hours)

- Lifespan 6-8 months

- Not suitable for those with metal allergies (copper/aluminum)

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Temporary Topper

$$$$

PROS

- Removable

- Breathable

- Lifespan 1-2 years

CONS

- Can be difficult to position correctly