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DIY Tips For Glued-In Hair Extensions

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You’d think that fashion-savvy women with a fondness for hair extensions are under the care of an expert stylist all the time. Some, however, prefer to do it themselves. Yes, they are those people who love to get their hands on personally on the endeavors they are into. When it comes to hair extensions using the glued-in method, what might be their tips to share?

First of all, just like any other project, you need to have everything ready on hand. That means, all the tools and stuff you need for the task are within reach. Nobody wants to run around in search of something while in the middle of the process.
 
Gather portions of hair to make horizontal partitions. A good quality hair grip is essential to keep the hair sections in place. Have several hair clips on hand to check stray hairs getting in the face and in the wrong places.
 
Attach the bonded hair extensions on the portion of hair where you want. A modulating technique is suggested to give the hair an illusion of being long and smooth.
 
Kinds of Glued Hair Extensions
 
There are different kinds of glued hair extensions, depending on the technique and materials used. The most common ones in the market today are:
  1. The use of glue sticks – they are especially made for the hair and they come in regular hair colors. Choose the one that matches the texture of your hair. These sticks are suitable for hair extensions glue gun.
  2. The use of bonding glue – this glue is applied to the weft of the hair extension and then attached to the hair.
  3. The use of liquid gold bonding glue – this is a cold bonding glue that comes in a bottle and applied directly to hair.
  4. The use of keratin pellets – available in tablet form and amber in color. It is used with a keratin hot pot.
DIY tips for hair extensions sound simple, but they should be done with utmost care. If the procedures are not executed correctly, it may result in hair damage. Proper after-care and maintenance are also essential to make the job successful. DIY procedures are good for those who have enough experience or exposure to these techniques, but for newbies, it is best to leave the job to the professionals.
 
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