subject: Celebrities, Hair Extensions And You [print this page] So many stylish celebrities wear hair extensions these days that it is becoming an increasingly popular procedure among women from all walks of life. Gone are the times when hair extensions were an elitist type of hair styling and were only worn by the wealthy; those who had both the time and the money to sit in a salon chair for up to fifteen hours. These days, its elitist association has disappeared, and it is used by celebrities and non-celebrities alike. It is also possible to buy extensions online and put them in yourself.
There are several different methods of attaching hair extensions, all with varying pros and cons, and all with varying longevity. Hair extensions can be sewn in where hair is literally sewn onto your own hair or bonded. Bonding and sealing extensions require the use of special hair adhesives so as not to damage the wearers natural hair. It is an approach to extending hair that lasts for a shorter period of time in comparison to the sew-in weave. It involves the application of hair glue to a section of wefted hair then onto a persons natural hair. This technique is commonly used and does not cause damage to the hair unless taken out without proper directions from a professional hairstylist. It is advised that weave bonding be installed for no more than three weeks because the glue begins to loosen at that point.
Alternatively, if you are simply looking for a short-term but dramatic way to change your hair for a night out, clip in hair extensions may be the answer. Clip in hair extensions are a quick and easy way to change your style in seconds. They can be fitted in a few minutes and are 100% safe for your hair as glue is not needed when you fit the pieces. This means you are not at a risk of damaging your hair with the actual glue. Clip in hair is available to buy in a huge variety of different colours and lengths that can be used to match or complement your existing colour and style. Alternatively, there is nothing to stop you from choosing a colour that is different from your natural hair to add a bit of contrast.
If you are thinking of purchasing some clip in hair extensions to use at home, a specialist website is a great place to start. As well as stocking a vast range of different hair extensions they will also stock a variety of hair accessories made by renowned brands from all over the world.