Elegant hair in a few minutes nowadays has turned from bold fantasy into reality. Variety in methods of hair extension allows women who have by nature even thin and not very strong hair, to get a long braid, literally, to the waist. For those whose hair "does not like" chemical exposure and heat treatment, a unique and quick method was developed - tape hair extensions.
Hair extensions on tapes - the essence of the method
Tape build-up provides fastening to hair of strips of four-centimeter width consisting of donor hair and fastening - adhesive polymer. The process of building up is based on the principle of double tape. On the adhesive side of the polymer strip, a silicone adhesive is applied - a safe and easily soluble material. The hair glue for tape build-up can be re-applied to the adhesive strip during subsequent correction. Two strands of donor hair are tightly attached with adhesive sides, which ensures the reliability of tape build-up in cases of mechanical loads on the hair. The process itself takes 30 to 50 minutes of time. It is advisable to carry out the correction after one and a half to two months. The essence of it is to move the strands closer to the roots of the hair. And stripping is done in 15-20 minutes using a special alcohol-containing liquid.
Better if the build-up, correction or removal of donor hair belongs to the hands of one master. But if you want to save money, you can carry out this procedure at home with your own hand - this is so easy to build hair, and also the opportunity to purchase materials for tape build-up.
As a subspecies of tape build-up, one can consider micro-tape hair extensions. This method bears all the advantages of tape and capsular build-up: there are no thermal and chemical loads on the hair, and micro-films of small sizes (4 mm) are so invisible that the connection of donor strands with their hair is very difficult to see. This allows you to make a variety of hairstyles, as well as avoiding strong tangles of hair during sleep. Micro-tape build-up is ideal for short and thin hair.
In beauty salons use natural hair for tape build-up of European, Slavic, Indian origin. Superiority in quality went to Slavic hair, because they do not require special care and are best suited for our women. At the same time, these are the most expensive hair.
Is it harmful to tape hair extensions?
To dispel all the myths about the harm of tape build-up, professionals and numerous happy owners of luxurious hair extensions, shared their experience in numerous thematic forums devoted to this procedure. As a result, it can be safely concluded that harm to the hair does not result in ribbon build-up any more than any other procedure or manipulation of the hairstyle modeling.
How to remove the tape build-up?
The process of removing strands with tape build-up occurs in the cabin. The compound is sprayed on an alcohol base, the glue dissolves quickly, and the strands are easily removed without combing the hair. Hair restoration after the build-up depends on how professionally the procedure was carried out to build and remove strands. If the wizard complies with all safety rules, the hair is not damaged and does not require special care. In extreme cases, you may need special nutrition for the damaged ends of your hair or their trimming, if the tips are crossed.
Which method of building is better?
If you choose hair extension tape or capsule, you should pay attention to the type of your hair, financial possibilities and the amount of time that you are willing to devote to the beauty of your hair. Capsule build-up is more convenient in hair care. Ribbon - requires careful treatment of strands.
In any case, the ideal build option can be chosen only by an experienced craftsman, taking into account the client's hair, minimizing all inconveniences for care and ensuring that you admire others.