{"id":1103,"date":"2014-08-04T15:20:17","date_gmt":"2014-08-04T15:20:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marbellarocksmag.com\/london\/?p=1103"},"modified":"2017-03-13T11:59:20","modified_gmt":"2017-03-13T10:59:20","slug":"ultimate-hair-extension-guide-marbella-hair-extensions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rocksmag.com\/london\/ultimate-hair-extension-guide-marbella-hair-extensions\/","title":{"rendered":"ULTIMATE HAIR EXTENSION GUIDE BY MARBELLA HAIR EXTENSIONS"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ultimate-hair-extension-guide-marbella-hair-extensions\"Marbella Rocks, in association with leading hair extension company, Marbella Hair Extensions, gives you the lowdown on every type of hair extension available today. So if you\u2019re interested in taking the plunge and getting luxurious locks like Cheryl Cole and Beyonce carry on reading\u2026.Be informed, be beautiful!<\/strong><\/p>\n

HISTORY OF EXTENSIONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Hair Extensions have been an accessory for the rich and famous for centuries.\u00a0There is evidence that the Egyptian ruler Cleopatra was a huge fan of this type of enhancement.<\/p>\n

Extensions and wigs have been worn by both genders up until the 18th century, when the vain obsession was banned by the government in England.\u00a0However, this did not take on, and rich nobles soon returned to hair extensions which remained popular up until the 1st World War. During this period the importation of luxury hair stopped and short hairstyles came into fashion as a result.<\/p>\n

Hair extensions have always been the accessory for the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me, for thousands of years, but it all changed in the 90\u2019s, when extensions become affordable for everyone.<\/p>\n

Why hair extensions?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The obvious reason for having hair extensions is to achieve sexy glamorous locks. Using hair extensions for length is a great way to achieve that personal statement and create a look that turns heads as soon as you walk into a room.\u00a0Hair extensions can provide an instant solution to those recovering from a bad hairstyle,\u00a0adding length to the hair that does not naturally grow well or\u00a0as a tool for growing your own hair.<\/p>\n

Anything over 16 inches is considered long hair extensions, but recently crazily long hair has become popular and now hair extensions are available in lengths up to 30 inches. Thanks for that J-Lo!!!!<\/p>\n

Types of hair extensions<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Types of application are suited to individual personal needs, determined after consultation with a fully qualified professional.<\/p>\n

Depending on the reason for having hair extensions, lifestyle and necessary durability – the right type or combination of methods are chosen for the service.<\/p>\n

Generally, hair extensions used today are divided by method of application into two groups, individually bonded and weft extensions\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

INDIVIDUALLY BONDED<\/strong><\/p>\n

These are hair extensions that are attached to the person\u2019s hair by creating a bond that seals the hair extensions hair to person\u2019s hair with bonds made from keratin or other types of organic material.<\/p>\n

Since the 90\u2019s glue and silicone have not legally been allowed to be used after evidence was found that it was damaging the hair of the person having the extension service. Make sure your extensionists are using the right tools and materials before your service.\u00a0Always check products and materials used.<\/p>\n

Individually bonded hair extensions are usually the most expensive on the market. However, we like to refer to this as your beauty investment as after the full head application the hair extensions are kept to be reused every 6-8 weeks when maintenance for these systems are performed. In layman\u2019s terms – maintenance involves taking all the hair extensions out of your hair and moving them higher up to the root. This is a necessary procedure as the natural hair grows on average around \u00bd an inch every 6 weeks.<\/p>\n

Maintenance is also required to ensure that the hair carrying hair extensions are placed on a different strand giving necessary rotation, which is the main key to having hair extensions in a healthy way. \u00a0At this point if more hair extensions are necessary they can be added, however the initial hair used from the first service can last up to 14 months.<\/p>\n

HOT MELT APPLICATION METHOD<\/strong><\/p>\n

This was one of the original methods available in the extensions market, that is unfortunately disappearing, as a result of the complicated skills involved in the method of application. Inspired by the ancient application system, using candle and bees wax for applying hair extensions, this system uses a gun applicator that melts keratin sticks, which are then rolled into bonds using extension hair.<\/p>\n

Although, this method involves using high heat of just below 100\u00b0 it is still lower than that provided by average hair straighteners including GHD\u2019s, which heat up to 220\u00b0. The bonds are light, clear and are the size of a rice grain, which are then distributed throughout the hair in specific patterns. This system is good for first time hair extension application as the system lasts around 6-8 weeks and are easily removed if necessary, by remover or acetone.<\/p>\n

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