Hair Extensions and Hair Weaves

Hair extensions are very popular way of getting long beautiful hair. It will take you 5-6 years to to grow long hair at an average of 1 cm per month. Hair extensions will give you around 21 inches of thick hair in just a few hours.

There are 2 types of hair extensions. Synthetic hair extensions are made out of synthetic fibers and human hair extensions are mda out of human hair. Human hair extensions are preferred kind of hair extensions since they look and feel a lot more natural then the synthetic extensions.

The disadvantage of human hair extensions is that are typically much more costly then the synthetic ones! There is no fixed price for human hair extensions since this differs according to the quality, style and length of extensions required. Hair extensions that are untreated and uncolored generally cost more because they are more durable!

Hair weaves are an excellent idea for people who love some braids, dreadlocks or simply a fuller head of hair and a different look! Hair weaves are another form of hair extensions and can also be made out of synthetic or natural hair. There are 3 types of hair weaves:

1. Bonded Hair Weave - This is the least durable kind of hair weave and only lasts one month until it would need to be replaced. This kind of hair weave gets glued to the scalp

2. Braided Hair Weave - This is a two step procedure. The natural hair is braided along the center of the scalp (under the hair) and then the hair weave gets sown into the braids. This type of hair weave normally lasts around two months.

3. Fusion Hair Weave - This is the most lasting kind of hair weave, since it needs be changed every three months. This procedure involves waxing the hair weave to the natural hair.

Both hair extensions and hair weaves require considerable maintenance. The hair need to be treated with gentle respect and cleaned and moisturized daily with a good conditioner.

Depending on the style and procedure for your hair extensions/hair weaves, you might also have to visit the hairdresser every six weeks to fix your hair extensions due to your natural hair regrowth.