If you’re experimenting with applying hair extensions yourself, clip in hair extensions can seem a little daunting at first, but they really don’t need to be. With a little practice and perseverance, your hair goals can be achieved in a matter of minutes in the comfort of your own home, and at a fraction of the price you would pay in a salon. With this quick and easy guide, you will learn how to confidently apply, remove and style your own clip in hair extensions like a pro, and find out which ones are right for your hair type and desired look!
What Are Clip In Hair Extensions?
A clip-in hair extension is simply a weft or set of wefts of hair that are sewn or glued onto a discreet seam that has small, metal snap-clips attached, ready to be applied on natural hair. Clip in hair extensions have many variations in terms of thickness, weight, pieces, lengths, colours and seam materials to choose from to suit to all hair types and uses. This DIY temporary hair extension method is applied and removed on the same day and can be re-used for months if not years if looked after well. Check out our Ultimate Buying Guide to find the perfect type for your hair!
The Best Type Of Clip In Extensions
Clip in human hair extensions are the best option in terms of quality, longevity and appearance. Synthetic hair extensions may be cheaper on the initial purchase, but they will not last very long, they have a less natural appearance and have fewer styling capabilities. Your hair type will also determine the correct clip in extensions for you; so let’s take a look at some multi piece clip in hair extensions together.
How To Apply Clip In Hair Extensions
Applying clip in extensions is easy, all it takes is a little practice. Follow these simple steps and our general placement guide to correctly attach your extensions for a full head look. Once you are confident in applying your pieces you can experiment with the placements to suit your head shape and the style you are creating!
- Always section your hair neatly in rows before applying your clip ins to keep other hair out of the way, this will prevent any tangles or pulling and help to keep the seams discreetly hidden.
- Don’t put the clip ins too close to your hairline or parting area or they could be seen through the hair. Leaving a 1-2 inch gap around your hairline and parting will ensure the clips stay hidden, professional extensionists call this area the ‘Red Zone’.
- Gently backcomb your root with our Pintail Comb before attaching your clip in hair extensions, this gives the clips more grip and prevents them slipping out, this step is especially important for fine, soft hair.
- Work your way up from the bottom instead of starting from the crown down. This gives you neater sections and more control over the hair.
- If your worried about the top pieces being noticeable in fine hair, backcomb the hair above the row to give even more coverage.