8 MUST KNOW HAIR EXTENSIONS HACKS

There are so many reasons you may want to wear hair extensions. From transforming your hair from short to long in just minutes to adding volume to your hair, or getting thicker braids instantly, hair extensions are a quick and effective way to play around with your look. If you are new to the world of hair extensions, there are many resources to teach you the basics of how to wear and style hair extensions, but what about those hidden hacks no one speaks of? How do you hide those pesky shorter hairs at the back of your neck? What’s the best way to curl hair extensions? Is it possible to get a layered look without cutting your extensions?

1. Braid the bottom layer of your hair to hide shorter hairs

When you go to put in your hair extensions you want them to blend perfectly with your natural hair. Unless you are already blessed with long hair and are using your hair extensions for volume, your shorter hairs can peek through the ends, making it look more obvious that you have hair extensions. To combat this, gather the bottom layer of your hair at the nape of your neck and braid it. Then, wrap the braid around itself flat against your head, and pin it in place with bobby pins.

Place your bottom-most weft directly above where you’ve pinned your hair, and continue clipping your hair extensions in from there. Once you have all the wefts in place you can let down your hair and the results will look a lot more natural and polished without any pesky shorter hairs showing!

2. Clip your hair extensions in diagonally to achieve a layered look

Do you have layered hair? If so, you are going to love this hack. Clipping your wefts in a diagonal line is a simple trick if you are looking to fake the look of layers. This method gives your hair a natural high to the low effect that blends perfectly with layered hair

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Backcomb your roots to prevent wefts from slipping

If you have thin hair or just find that your hair extensions need a little extra help staying in place, this tip is for you. Separate a section of hair where you will be clipping your weft in. Then, using a teasing brush, backcomb your roots and apply a little bit of dry shampoo. This will give the roots more texture and hold, allowing the clips to fasten securely without slipping.

4. Store your extensions properly to prolong their lifespan

Whether you want to ensure your hair extensions last as long as possible or are sick of them getting tangled in between wear. You need a dedicated bag like the one pictured to store your hair. It will keep your extensions tangle free and prevent any damage from occurring. Your extensions hang nicely on the included bamboo hanger and are covered by the durable cotton blend fabric.

5.Clip your hair extensions in upside down if you are wearing a ponytail

Hair extensions are great for creating voluminous updos and ponytails, but we recommend clipping them in upside down to avoid bumps where the wefts are clipped in. Instead, clip the wefts in upside down to ensure they lay flat when you pull your hair up into a ponytail and remain undetectable. This hack will also allow you to create sleek, sophisticated updos.

6. Use the right hairbrush when brushing your hair

Brushing your hair with hair extensions clipped in can be tricky. Traditional hairbrushes can pull at roots and cause the wefts to move around. This is not only uncomfortable but undos all of the hard work it took for you to clip them in. Instead, try the specialized comb when brushing your hair with hair extensions clipped in. The unique nylon loop bristles won’t cause any snagging, pulling, or damage to your wefts and is designed to glide through your hair to remove any tangles without moving the wefts around.

Hair extensions are a must-have in your beauty arsenal no matter what your hair type. From a trendy lob to long, cascading curls in minutes, hair extensions allow you to change up your look instantly. Try these easy hair extensions hacks the next time you wear your hair extensions to make styling your hair a breeze!

Do you have any hair extensions hacks you use on a regular basis? Did we miss anything? Which hack will you be trying out first?