Hair extensions have been around for a good number of years now, but each year they get better and better and the more the quality is improved the more people want to have them. One of the things that puts many people off having extensions is the damage they can cause to your hair. It is important if you choose to have hair extensions in that you keep up with the maintenance. This will protect your hair and ensure that the extensions last as long as possible. If you have your natural hair dyed or bleached then you will need to continue to have this done when you have extensions in. Often you can have your hair coloured at the same time as the maintenance needs to be done.

Hair extensions are not cheap and you have to factor in the cost initially as well as the ongoing maintenance cost. This will usually be on top of your normal hair care costs. How often you need to have your extensions maintained can vary depending on the type of extensions you have and how you look after them but often people find they need to go about every 8 weeks. If you leave it longer – up to 12 weeks you may find that you actually have to pay more for the maintenance as it is more work the longer they are left.

During lockdown lots of people struggled with hair extensions as they were not able to get into the hairdressers to have them maintained. All of us are hopefully that we will not have to go into another lock down again, and so it should be quite safe to have them done.

If you have never had extensions in before then it might be a good idea to get some clip in ones and try them first. You can then see what you think about the length of your hair and whether you think they will be suitable for you.

Hair extensions can give lots of people the confidence that they are looking for. It can help you feel happy with your hair and is also a great option for people who have experienced hair loss due to treatment or who cannot grow their hair easily. If you are considering extensions, be sure to choose a reputable hair dresser and one that has plenty of experience and good reviews.