Frequently Asked Questions about wearing wefted hair extensions.
Who wears wefted hair extensions?
- Anyone who wants to change their look instantly
- Anyone with very thin hair that wants to thicken & add volume to their hair
- Anyone who has just received a really bad haircut and wants to cover it up
- Anyone with medium to short hair that wants instant long hair
- Anyone who doesn't want 100-250 tipped extensions in their hair
What does the term “bulk hair" mean?
Bulk hair is loose hair that comes in a pony tail & is used with many hair extension methods.
What is hair wefting tape?
- Can be used to weft bulk hair (see our how-to video)
- Great hold to use over a machine weft for a no-mess take down
Finally, a perfect tape made to be used with bulk hair so you can make your own thin wefts that lay flat on your head. These thin wefts will last as long as any machine wefted hair. It can look and feel just like a skin weft, for a fraction of the cost!
Hair wefting tape was made for individuals who want to make their own piano colored wefts and the synthetic hair wearers. Hair wefting tape is a special double sided extended long wear tape with an aggressive hold on the inside that will hold bulk hair tight with no shedding as long as you follow the application direction video.
Our tape has been aggressively tested and manufactured as a skin safe, hypoallergenic tape. Its outside has a non-shine matte finish so nobody can see you're wearing a taped in weft. No more sticky fingers. No more acetone baths to try to get all the old tape off. No more globs of tape left on your hair. It's not just another hair tape, it is the best of all hair extension tapes made and tested for all taped in wefts. A perfect tape for all machine wefted hair. No more messy take downs. Just wash, dry, re-glue and go!
What is the difference between a machine weft and a hand tied weft?
Handtied wefts are made by tying strands of hair around a strong weaving thread. This process is done by hand and makes for a very thin weft machine weft, are made by sewing strands of hair together with a hair wefting machine.
Handtied wefts are made by tying strands of hair around a strong weaving thread. This process is done by hand and makes for a very thin weft machine weft, are made by sewing strands of hair together with a hair wefting machine.
What is virgin hair?
Virgin hair is not processed in any way, it is 100% natural, so there is no damage to the cuticles. The cuticles protect the hair so it is important that they are intact. Our hair is hand selected to be soft and beautiful. A lot of care is taken so that all the cuticle remains in the same direction to prevent tangling. All of our virgin hair is Remy. The end result in soft, beautiful, long lasting hair with a lot of body. You will be 100% satisfied with our hair, guaranteed!
Virgin hair is not processed in any way, it is 100% natural, so there is no damage to the cuticles. The cuticles protect the hair so it is important that they are intact. Our hair is hand selected to be soft and beautiful. A lot of care is taken so that all the cuticle remains in the same direction to prevent tangling. All of our virgin hair is Remy. The end result in soft, beautiful, long lasting hair with a lot of body. You will be 100% satisfied with our hair, guaranteed!
What is Remy cuticle hair?
Real Remy cuticle hair is the highest-grade human hair available and comes from one individual. The hair is sectioned and allowed to fall into its natural growing pattern. The hair is then cut and carefully sewn to maintain the natural cuticle direction so matting and tangling are virtually eliminated. Our hair is genuine Remy cuticle hair.
Real Remy cuticle hair is the highest-grade human hair available and comes from one individual. The hair is sectioned and allowed to fall into its natural growing pattern. The hair is then cut and carefully sewn to maintain the natural cuticle direction so matting and tangling are virtually eliminated. Our hair is genuine Remy cuticle hair.
What is single drawn Hair?
Every hair piece looks like a ponytail made of different lengths of hair. The very short hairs have been removed. For example, a hair piece of 16″ to 19″ inches of Remy quality and single drawn has hair lengths of 16, 17, 18, and 19 inches. All hair is in the same direction because it all came from the head of a single donor.
Every hair piece looks like a ponytail made of different lengths of hair. The very short hairs have been removed. For example, a hair piece of 16″ to 19″ inches of Remy quality and single drawn has hair lengths of 16, 17, 18, and 19 inches. All hair is in the same direction because it all came from the head of a single donor.
What is double drawn hair?
Every hair piece contains only hair of the same length. This procedure is done by hand, not by machine. For example, a hair piece of 20 inches of Remy quality and double drawn has hair lengths of 20 inches only. It contains no hair shorter than that. In non-Remy hair, all the hair is not in one direction. This kind of hair is used for manufacturing paint brushes or hair for dolls.
Every hair piece contains only hair of the same length. This procedure is done by hand, not by machine. For example, a hair piece of 20 inches of Remy quality and double drawn has hair lengths of 20 inches only. It contains no hair shorter than that. In non-Remy hair, all the hair is not in one direction. This kind of hair is used for manufacturing paint brushes or hair for dolls.
What is the difference between fusion and weft installs?
To get full coverage, you must wear at least 100 -200 or more tipped pieces with fusion.
Since wefts are much more dense, you can wear 1-6 pieces and get the same amount of volume
with a lot less work and stress on your hair.
How long can you wear a weft install before you can remove it and reinstall?
4 to 6 weeks is a good amount of time for most people. Some can go as long as 8 weeks.
If you need to do color touch ups, you will need to remove the wefts before hand.
It is best to remove your wefts to comb out your own hair that sheds naturally and then reinstall.
Is it bad to use glue on your hair?
No, not anymore. We now have an up to date hair glue technologies formula that is safe, fast, and easy to use.
Liquid Gold contains no water or latex, does not smell like ammonia or formaldehyde, and does not pose an allergic reaction. This is why it works so much better than most other glues.It even dries clear, not BLACK or WHITE like the old hair glues do.
How many times can you reuse a weft before replacing it?
It depends on the quality of the hair. A taped weft can last longer than the
hair itself if the hair is of poor quality.
Can I use one long weft ear to ear (horseshoe)?
Yes, some people only need 1 weft to provide volume.
Can you use small strips of taped wefts instead of one long horseshoe weft?
Yes, you can cut your wefts into shorter widths and place them as desired.
How many times can I wash my hair per week?
If you have oily hair, you may need to wash daily.
If you have oily hair, you may need to wash daily.
Wefts may slip out if you have an oily scalp.
People with a dry scalp may be able to go every three days or more without washing.
Each person is different and you just have to see what works best for you.
Is it normal for my weft to be stuck to my head ?
Yes. If you are using glue, your weft may stick to your scalp right after an install.
Yes. If you are using glue, your weft may stick to your scalp right after an install.
The wefts will start to lift off your scalp within a week and this is normal.
They should not come out until you remove them with your removers.
Is a taped in weft bad for your real hair?
I have found that most people that do it properly have no damage and have had significant hair growth. But it is all about your placement and moving them around.
I have found that most people that do it properly have no damage and have had significant hair growth. But it is all about your placement and moving them around.
Also taking your time during removal is very important.
Removal / Removers
There are many different removers on the market today and many ways to take down your glued/taped in wefts. Removers will work differently for each person. C-22 sprayed on or dabbed with a q-tip works great. Pure acetone, if dabbed with a cotton ball or q-tip on the weft is the number one remover used for take downs. 99% alcohol and olive oil can work as well. As long as you do it slowly and let the remover sit, your weft should lift gently from your head/hair. You definitely need to test different removers to see what works best for you.
There are many different removers on the market today and many ways to take down your glued/taped in wefts. Removers will work differently for each person. C-22 sprayed on or dabbed with a q-tip works great. Pure acetone, if dabbed with a cotton ball or q-tip on the weft is the number one remover used for take downs. 99% alcohol and olive oil can work as well. As long as you do it slowly and let the remover sit, your weft should lift gently from your head/hair. You definitely need to test different removers to see what works best for you.
Can I comb wet hair?
Yes, just make sure to hold your weft at the attachment and gently comb through, using a detangler if needed. Do not spray detanglers directly on your hair. Spray some in your hand and gently run it through your extension. This way it will not run down in your tape or glue.
Yes, just make sure to hold your weft at the attachment and gently comb through, using a detangler if needed. Do not spray detanglers directly on your hair. Spray some in your hand and gently run it through your extension. This way it will not run down in your tape or glue.
Will conditioners make my tape fall out?
Most of the time conditioners are not a problem but for some people it can make their taped/glued weft slip out.
Condition only the length of the hair and try to keep it off your taped/glued weft.
Use clarifying shampoo and no conditioner right before applying your install.
Washing you’re taped in hair extensions
Wash your own hair and extension hair with warm water. Gently massage underneath and around your wefts. It is best to use cold water to rinse. This will not only be great for your own hair, but it will help with your tape not getting too hot and breaking down.
How long does it take to remove wefted hair extensions?
The time to remove will depend on the amount of wefts that were applied.
It is always best to be prepared and organized before you start. Make sure you have plenty of time and have all the supplies needed.
Once you have done it a few times, it shouldn’t take more than 1 to 2 hours or less.
It is best to have your new pre-taped hair ready to be applied. This way it
can make your take down process very pleasant and go much faster.
Why did my tapes slide out? Why won't my tape stick?
There could be many reasons why your wefts won't stay. The most common being the oils in your own hair and if you are letting conditioners sit on the tapes while washing.
It is best to keep the conditioners off of the tapes. Try washing below them.
Is it ok to let my hair air dry with tape and/or glue installs?
It is best to blow dry your hair right after you wash it, pressing on the tapes as you are drying them.
This way they will stay in longer and stay tighter to your head.
Can I swim with taped in extensions?
Yes, as long as you are using tape with Liquid Gold glue, but you should not swim for a long periods of time as it can loosen your tape and glue. You don’t want to look back and see your weft floating away.
How many pieces of cut machine wefted hair can I put in 1 row of tape?
Each person is different but you can sew or tape/glue 2 to 3 machine wefted cut pieces
in one wefted row.
How do I put 2 to 3 wefts together in one of row tape?
If you want to add 2 to 3 machine cut wefts in one row, make sure to stagger your wefts so they lay flat against your head.
Do not lay them on top of each other.
Does tape make your scalp itch?
Each persons body chemistry will react differently to tapes.
This tape was tested with joggers and no one complained about itching or stickyness.
Is using tape better than using glue alone?
Each person is different and it just comes down to personal choice.
I think using both together gives you a stronger, longer hold.
What is the best hair extension tape today?
Our hair wefting tape is the #1 hair tape on the market today. It was designed just for us
to have a quick and easy, no mess take down. No messy residue.
My hair is really short. Will wefted hair work for me?
The shorter your hair is, the harder it is to blend. With wefts, it is best you have
at least 4 inches of your own hair on the top and sides to work with.Of course, longer than 4 inches is best.
Is shedding supposed to happen?
Yes, this is natural. You will see that you will not shed much hair as long as you are wearing wefts.
When you do a take down, you will comb out your hair and see natural shedding and it is nothing to worry about.
Why not just add corn rows instead of tape and/or glue?
For some people, corn rows work well. For others with thin/fine hair, the braids can pull too hard and you can get bald spots.
Most of the time this is close to the temple area. For those with thin/fine hair, tape and glue is better as it is supported all the way around weight wise. Also, you will not have bumps going around your head. With tape and glue, the wefts they lay very flat against your head.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION NOTE: The daily use of adhesives and solvents on the skin has never be been officially studied for any long term health risks. Even though they are medically skin safe tapes and adhesives, you should know that there is a small minority of people that are sensitive to the chemicals found in various adhesive products and solvents.
It will take a few tries for any hair extension wearer to find the right tape, adhesive or combination that will work for them. Always be sure to test the adhesive or tape by placing a small amount behind your ear on the skin and wait 24 hours to be sure there is no negative reaction. Until there are scientific studies other than the years of woman already wearing these applications, use these products at our own risk.
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