A guide to extending your short hair using real human hair extensions.

Hair Extensions For Short Hair

Quite often it can be the women with shorter hair that want to make use of hair extensions. It could be that they like their hair short and manageable but occasionally want longer, more glamorous hair. Or women whose hair is slowly growing back after chemotherapy may look to hair extensions to boost their confidence. However, there are several things you need to take into account if you have shorter hair:

Blending the extensions in – If you have very short hair then it’s a good idea to avoid extensions that are too long as it will look obvious that you’re wearing extensions. A good stylist will be able to add the extensions and style them in layers to blend in with your existing hair, making it look more natural.

The application method – Hair extensions place tension on your existing hair and may not always be suitable for short or fine hair. Attaching the extensions by braiding or weaving is not suitable for shorter hair as it’s easier for the weave to come loose. The following options are available for shorter hair:

• Nano-ring extensions are 90% smaller than micro-rings and they are threaded into your hair avoiding the need for glue, heat or chemicals. They’re attached very close to the scalp so they are very discreet and easy to hide with your existing hair. These are the gentlest on your hair and scalp and the most unnoticeable of all systems.
• Pre-bonded extensions are good for short hair as they are glued directly onto the scalp. Therefore they don’t put any undue tension on the existing hair. They are quicker and easier to apply than nano-ring extensions but some people have been known to have allergic reactions to the glue.
• Clip-in extensions are very easy to apply, but they tend to look the least natural. The clip is hidden from sight but this usually means the extension sits raised away from the scalp and is more noticeable than other application methods. Clip-in extensions work best with a minimum of 4 inches of hair length.

The most important thing to remember when considering having hair extensions fitted to your short hair is to go to a reputable salon and ensure they use a suitable application method. It’s also a good idea to make sure your own hair is in good condition before having the extensions fitted to prevent damaging your hair.

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