What to Know if You Want to Channel Rapunzel And Get Hair Extensions

Who doesn’t love to change up their look once in a while? A full 44% of women admit to changing their hair style or color just because they were bored, when 61% decided they just wanted a change. When you are ready for something even more dramatic than a new style or color, however, look no further than hair extensions.
Extensions have the ability to change up your look in many different ways. Say you want long, blonde locks down to your hip. No problem. What about shoulder length voluminous hair? They have you covered. But before you take the leap and head to your hair salon, here are five things you should know about getting hair extensions.
1. Not every hairstylist has the proper experience or training
Even though there are about 663,3000 hair stylists in the United States, not all are trained specifically on extensions. Just make sure to ask your hair stylist if they have professional experience before you make your appointment. Even better, ask someone whose extensions look great to recommend their stylist.
2. They can damage your hair
It is important to understand that if they are not done properly, extensions can cause your hair to break, which will limit its potential to grow. You should make sure to ask for extensions that grow with your hair, instead of being glued into the scalp.
3. They require upkeep
Quality extensions require moving up within the hair every six to eight weeks, along with proper washing and using a specialty hairbrush. Since they are made of human hair, they can be treated as such, so feel free to wash, curl, straighten, and style them as much as you want! Just be gentle.
4. They can be expensive
Depending on the quality of your hair, extensions can cost a minimum of $300 and go up into the thousands. Typically your hair stylist will offer you a consultation before you come in for your appointment, so that is the best time to ask about pricing.
5. Make sure you are getting a true match
Your extensions should look seamless, so you need to be on the same page as your stylist when you explain what color and texture you want. The last thing you want is to spend all that money only to end up with poor-quality extentions!
So, now with these tips in mind, go off and become the Rapunzel you have always dreamed of being!