Thinking About Hair Extensions? What You Need to Know Before You Book

Hair extensions can add length, volume or both, but the best results start well before the fitting appointment. The method, amount of hair, colour match and maintenance plan all need to suit your natural hair and the result you want.

At Glitterati Hair & Beauty in Weybridge, extensions are treated as a tailored service rather than a standard package. A consultation is important because two clients asking for 'longer hair' may need completely different solutions.

Decide whether you want length, volume or both

Extensions are not only for very long hair. Some clients use them mainly to make fine or thinner hair look fuller, strengthen the shape of a haircut or add density through the sides.

Being clear about the goal helps determine how much hair is needed and where it should be placed.

Your natural hair needs to be suitable

Before fitting extensions, your stylist should assess the density, strength and condition of your natural hair. If the hair is very fragile or compromised, the priority may need to be improving condition first.

Colour matching matters

A good extension result should blend with your natural or coloured hair. That can involve more than matching one shade. Many heads of hair contain several tones, so using a mixture can produce a more natural result.

If you also colour your hair, the order of the appointments matters. Your stylist may recommend completing certain colour work before fitting the extensions so the final blend is correct.

Maintenance is part of the commitment

Extensions need regular professional maintenance. The exact timing depends on the system, your natural growth, the amount of hair and how you look after it at home.

Before booking, make sure you understand not only the initial fitting but also the ongoing maintenance appointments and aftercare routine.

You will need to change some home-care habits

Brushing, washing and drying technique all matter with extensions. You normally need to support the bonds or attachment points when brushing, avoid rough handling and make sure the roots are properly dried after washing.

Sleeping with wet extensions or repeatedly pulling at the attachment areas can shorten the life of the hair and put unnecessary stress on your natural hair.

The cheapest option is not always the best value

Extension pricing can vary because of the amount and quality of hair, the method used, the stylist's time and the complexity of the colour match. A lower initial price can become poor value if the blend is wrong, the hair quality is low or the method is unsuitable.

You can view our current pricing information and discuss the exact amount of hair you may need during consultation.

Ask what extension system the salon uses

Different systems have different advantages, so it is worth asking what the salon uses and why. Glitterati offers Easilocks hair extensions in Weybridge and will advise on suitability based on your own hair and desired result.

What should you ask at your consultation?

• Is my natural hair suitable for extensions?

• How much hair will I need for the result I want?

• How will the extensions be colour matched?

• How often will maintenance be needed?

• What home care will I need to change?

• What is the expected cost of fitting and ongoing maintenance?

Are hair extensions right for you?

Hair extensions can be a great option when the method, weight and maintenance are chosen properly. The consultation should give you a realistic idea of the result, upkeep and cost before you commit.

If you are considering extensions, Glitterati Hair & Beauty is on Church Street in Weybridge and offers consultations to help decide whether extensions are the right option for your hair.