There is a lot of controversy surrounding hair extensions. Some see them as a danger to their natural hair, others find the procedure uncomfortable, and still others say that artificial strands are noticeable and difficult to care for. Let's dispel some myths and find out the truth.
What are hair extensions and why are they needed?
Is it possible to accelerate hair growth with hair extensions?
In short, the procedure is somewhat similar to growing your nails under a layer of gel polish. And yes, the nail plate does grow to the desired length, and if desired, the coating can be removed and you can enjoy a natural manicure. With the right technique, your nails are not damaged, but only strengthened. The same is true for hair. An experienced stylist first studies the type and condition of the hair, prepares the client, and only then attaches micro strands at the root.
How to grow hair under extensions? Wearing artificial strands allows you to grow your own hair. If desired, you can wear the hair for more than a year, after which it will need to be corrected. Why bother cutting the ends of your hair every month and waiting for it to reach the desired length when you can look stunning all the time?
Myth #1 – Hair extensions are painful
The procedure is comfortable and painless. When properly installed, the capsules are practically imperceptible, and the weight of the strands is selected according to the individual characteristics of the client. The hair is securely fixed, does not interfere with sleep, and does not cause discomfort in everyday life.
Extensions are a safe and versatile way to update your look without damaging your own hair. The main thing is to trust an experienced stylist and follow simple care instructions.
Want to see for yourself? The Ivana Farisei salon invites you for a free consultation. Professionals will select the right type and shade of hair, perform high-quality keratin hair extensions UK and explain in detail how to care for them.
Myth #2 – Difficult to care for and noticeable to others
New technologies and the hands of a skilled technician can truly work wonders. The attachment points of the artificial strands are microscopic and cannot be seen. Therefore, your hair will be a standard of beauty and an object of envy for those around you. It is unlikely that anyone will wonder whether it is real. As for care, you need to treat your hair with care. You should not pull or comb it when wet, and avoid getting styling products on the attachment points of the capsules.
Myth #3 – Hair extensions damage your own hair and slow down its growth
This first statement is made by people who have never tried the technology and know nothing about it. Do hair extensions affect the growth of your own hair? No. If the procedure is done correctly and the care recommendations are followed! Hair grows from the hair follicle in the scalp, and extensions only affect the outer part — the hair shaft. However, there are some nuances.
If the stylist uses strands that are too heavy or attaches them too close to the scalp, this can put excessive strain on the roots. This can result in brittleness, thinning, and even temporary hair loss (in rare cases, traction alopecia). Neglecting care can also be harmful: not combing your hair regularly, sleeping with wet hair, or wearing tight hairstyles.
Indications for PRP treatment
Hair loss is caused by many factors: hormonal changes in the body, illness, stress, and unhealthy eating.
PRP therapy is a hair growth stimulation treatment for hair extensions and is performed for the following reasons:
- excessive hair loss, baldness in women and men;
- damaged hair: dryness, brittleness, split ends;
- hair transplants;
- scalp dermatitis.
PRP for hair loss London treatment at the Ivana Farisei salon should not be performed in cases of cancer or autoimmune diseases, during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Why do microbonding for hair in London
Deciding to get hair extensions is a step towards change that is often postponed.
The microbond hair extension technology from the Ivana Farisei salon is safe — your natural hair is not damaged, and the attachments are invisible even when viewed up close. You can do any hairstyle: ponytails, buns, braids, or curls — the microcapsules will not give themselves away. They can be attached to any part of the head, including the temples, the back of the head, and the areas around the ears. The procedure helps to lengthen hair, mask thinning areas, and restore thickness.
Hair growth products and extensions
Is it possible to combine the usual procedures that you have been doing with natural hair? Of course, the main thing is to choose cosmetics with non-aggressive ingredients and not apply them to the root zone. These can be hair growth masks with hair extensions, water-based serums, sprays with peptides or B vitamins, which are applied only to the scalp, avoiding contact with capsules or strips. Ampoules and tonics that improve blood circulation and strengthen the roots are also suitable. All of these can be used between corrections, provided that the products do not interfere with the fixation of the donor strands.