Wow with your hair extensions this New Year’s Eve

December 29, 2010

If you really want to make an impression on the last night of 2010, then clip-in hair extensions will give you an instant boost – of colour, shine and volume.  There are many styles which lend themselves well to clip-in extensions, such as a side-swept ponytail, chic chignon or a sexy half-up do.  Or, for simple glamour, why not use hair extensions to lift your locks with some contrasting highlights, just like Lea Michele and a host of other starts have?  You can clip in a few wherever they take your fancy and you’ll look ready to party in a matter of minutes!

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Stay cool this summer with a fabric headband

July 19, 2010

As the weather continues to heat up and beach holidays beckon, it’s good to have a few ideas for keeping long locks and hair extensions away from our faces when we need to.  There are a number of pretty accessories available in the shops right now, including clip-in flowers and butterfly clips, which can be used to decorate a braid, chignon or ponytail.  However, if you want to show off your hair extensions yet keep your face clear while you go for a dip, the fabric headband is a great option and very on-trend too, being a favourite accessory of celebs such as Paris Hilton a ...read more.

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Beauty expert reveals top secrets for looking younger

June 22, 2010

Why is it that some women never seem to age?  When many of us begin scrutinizing our crow’s feet and grey hair, others seem to just look better and better with time – and we’re talking about those who have not had any surgery!

A new beauty bible “How Not to Look Old”, written by former Glamour beauty editor, Charla Krupp, lets us in on these secrets, and here are 7 of them for you to ponder. 

1. Sort out your hair style

Nothing ages you like an up-do, or visibly thinning hair. If your hair is brittle or thin, then hair extensio ...read more.

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Summer Trend Alert: Flowers

June 1, 2010

Human hair extensions are truly versatile and can be styled as if they were your own hair.  If you want to brighten up your locks in a very simple but on-trend way, then take a look at some of the pretty clip-in flowers which have hit the high streets.

One classic and elegant style which lends itself well to floral accessories is the side bun, which has been seen on celebrities such as Peaches Geldof here. 

To create your own side bun, firstly work a little mousse or serum through your hair and brush it into a low ponytail. Grip the base of the ponytail and use you ...read more.

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Do-It-Yourself Clip In Hair Extensions

April 19, 2010

Clip in hair extensions offer an inexpensive and flexible alternative to permanently bonded hair extensions that require professional help. If you are trying to cut back on spending money on your hair, clip in extensions can still give you the look you want for a much lower price.

Although most people will find our specially designed full-head clip in extensions suitable for fitting, there are a few people who are better candidates for do-it-yourself hair extensions.

By purchasing weft hair extensions, along with a pack of hair extension clips, you can design your own ...read more.

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Keep your Clip-In's Looking Good with Easy Maintenance Tips!

March 23, 2010

Stars like Jessica Lucas may use clip-in's as an easy way to change up their hair but their stylists know that in order to keep them looking polished and glossy for as long as possible, it's important to look after them! Nights out and environmental stresses such as wind, rain and pollution can leave even the highest quality human hair looking dull unless it is properly maintained. Luckily for those of us without a team of professionals to look after our hair clip-ins- unlike bonded extensions- can be washed, conditioned and even styled without even get ...read more.

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Transforming Super-Short Hair Into Glamorous Lengths Like Rumer Willis

March 3, 2010

Cropped styles may be chic and easy but sometimes the difficult growing-out phases of shorter styles can be unbearably long. Whether you're regretting a big change or simply fancy something a bit more extravagant for a big event, extensions could be the answer to your hair prayers. We've all seen the pictures of Britney Spears' visible bonds- living proof that for individual bonded extensions to look natural, they must have at least four inches of hair to hold on to and be attached well away from the hair's 'edges' by a skilled professional- but stars like Rumer Willis get it right using cl ...read more.

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Clean Up Your Act - The Best Way To Wash Your Extensions

February 24, 2010

One of the main reasons many women are reluctant to wear bonded extensions is that they worry about maintenance, however with the right washing and drying tips (and some styling tips from our articles on curling and putting up your hair!) there's no reason for extensions to be any harder to look after than naturally long locks. Follow in the footsteps of stars like Kirsten Dunst who sport healthy, well-maintained extensions, and groom them with these simple steps:

To begin with, choose the right shampoo. The best to use are frequent-use or any mild shampoos. The best on ...read more.

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Damage Free Hair Extension Removal

February 17, 2010

We all know that a lady is allowed to change her mind and that many of our favourite celebrities change their look as often as their underwear. Stars like Keira Knightley go from short to long and back again overnight, so why should we be any different? Whether you fancy a different colour, length or style, with a little care you can remove your old weft extensions without causing damage to your own hair, leaving a beautiful blank canvas for your next install!

To begin with, you will need our 'Liquid Gold Glue Remover', which is specially designed to soften and dissolve the bondi ...read more.

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2010's Biggest Hair Trends using Extensions!

February 8, 2010

As we all know hair fashions change every season, let alone every year, but for 2010 there are certain styles that will stand out head and shoulders above the rest. For the most fashion forward hair this year, try using extensions to create these trendy styles and stay ahead of the fashion pack.

Braids:
Whether you choose schoolgirl style, milkmaid braids or even one long plait to the side as seen on Alexander Wang's models, simply attach your clip-in or permanent extensions and get twisting. Extensions are an absolute must to get the right volume and length for this R ...read more.

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How to Blend and Feather Your Extensions

February 4, 2010

If you look at photos of short-haired celebrities who take the plunge with long, beautiful extensions, one thing you won't notice is that tell-tale 'shelf' where their natural hair ends and the extensions begin. Even those with naturally short hair - Paris Hilton, Frankie Sandford of 'The Saturdays' and Katie Holmes to name just a few- make sure the two are cleverly blended.

One great tip is to wait until your install is complete and then use a razor comb (gently) drawn downwards from just above the 'join' area. This will graduate the ends of your hair as well as the top layer of ...read more.

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Using Extensions To Create Stunning Up-Do's

February 1, 2010

To create a cute pony-tail with clip-in extensions, try fitting the bottom rows upside-down. This enables you to sweep them upwards without creating any unsightly bumps or visible clips. You can fit the top rows as normal or, for a 60's sex kitten look as seen on Nicole Ritchie, try back combing the top of your own hair then smoothing a comb over it to create a volume 'bump' over your top extension rows.

This style will work just as well on bonded weft extensions, just be careful to brush your own hair back over the bonded areas (this may be easier if you make the po ...read more.

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Celebrity Colour Without Damaging Your Hair

January 21, 2010

Do you change your mind about your hair colour every five minutes? Worry about damaging your locks beyond all repair in the name of highlights, lowlights or 'peekaboo' colour flashes? Hair extensions may be the answer to a hair-colour addict's prayers.

If it's natural highlights you are looking for, simply adding a few strategically placed sections of our weft human hair can add depth and tone to an otherwise bland base colour. For a 'sunkissed' look, select extensions one or two shades lighter than your current colour, or go even lighter for a more rock chick look with highligh ...read more.

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How To Avoid Hair Extension 'Exposure'

January 18, 2010

Once you've installed your new hair, are looking after it properly and enjoying having a beautiful, long style, the one worry can be making sure that your tracks are never 'on display', especially in this windy winter weather. Well stress not because there are several ways you can 'winter-proof' your extensions and make sure that nobody knows they aren't as natural as they undoubtedly look!

Firstly make sure your colour match is just right. Before ordering your hair, make sure to check the colour chart handily provided on our site, taking into account whether your hair is a 'warm ...read more.

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Hair Extensions On Short Hair

December 29, 2009

Hair extensions aren't just for those of us with mid-length locks looking to boost length, they can be used to funk up even short do's. Rihanna is a great example of this. To achieve her thick, sweeping 'faux hawk' effect, extensions could be added amongst the top layers of a crop (or even a bob if you prefer, just pin the sides back and secure using hair spray). For Rihanna's cool colour just mix up your shades, adding a light bleach- or honey-blonde along with a dark base colour.

If you have gone for a Danni Minogue style chorus girl bob this season, try adding extensions in a ...read more.

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Styling Your DIY Human Hair Extensions

December 17, 2009

One of the best things about human hair extensions, apart from their gorgeous looks and how easy they are to care for, is that you can style them much like your own hair! Whether you desire Lauren Conrad curls or a poker-straight Megan Fox style, anything is possible with the right tools and a little bit of imagination!

To straighten always use the lowest heat possible so as not to damage your extensions since, just like your own hair, excess heat can make them dry. Try applying a little heat protecting spray or blow-drying cream before you dry your ha ...read more.

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Top Tips For Longer Lasting Celebrity-Style Wefts

December 14, 2009

Once you have all the tools you need to create a great new look it's tempting to dive right in, but by using a few simple tricks you can make your application easier, more professional and longer lasting. Here are five top tips for beautiful, easy DIY glue-in weft extensions:

1. Shampoo your own hair with a clarifying shampoo before you begin and, just this once, do not use conditioner. This provides a clean surface, free of natural oils, for the liquid gold glue to bond to.

2. Always cut your wefts to fit the par ...read more.

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Unbeweavable - Getting A Celebrity Style Sew-In

December 7, 2009

Everybody wants beautiful tresses for Christmas but some of us aren't willing to use glue in order to get them. If this sounds like you, for whatever reason, then having weft hair extensions sewn-in could be exactly what you're looking for! One of the first extension techniques and suitable for afro, relaxed and Caucasian hair alike, 'weaves' involve your own hair being braided into 'cornrows' before a weft of extension hair is sewn to the plait. The ability to wash the hair as normal, lack of expensive bonding tools or products, endless styling opti ...read more.

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DIY Hair Extensions For The Heidi 'The Hills' Montag Look

December 2, 2009

We all know that hair extensions are the perfect way to get gorgeous, flowing locks quickly, but getting them fitted in a salon can cause serious financial damage! Luckily weaves and other hair weft methods are not only cheap, fashionable and favoured by celebrities such as Heidi Montag and Katie Holmes, they can also be easy to do yourself even if you don't have the plaiting skills to create a sewn weave. When installed and removed carefully they will cause minimal damage to your natural hair.

The simplest DIY method for applying wefts uses bonding glue known as 'liquid gold'. ...read more.

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Customer Review and Hair Result

November 10, 2009

Last month we introduced customer reviews to the site. We recently received some nice comments about one of our products and asked to see photos of the hair she purchased and fitted for a commercial photo shoot.

Suzy purchased 1 x Weft Remi: Straight, #1 Black, along with clips & thread to make and fit clip in extensions herself.

Remi Hair Weft:
http://www.rapunzelrapunzel.co.uk/weft-remi-straight-p-49.html

Clips & Thread:
http://www.rapunzelrapunzel.co.uk/hair-extension-clips-and-thread-p-81.html

I'm very satis ...read more.

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What's In The Strand?

August 25, 2009

An important factor with hair extensions is the different kind of extensions available and the differing application methods. Here, we are going to talk a little on the individual strand application type. Most commonly referred to as Pre-Bonded hair or Fusion hair.

Individual strands are one of the three most common forms of hair extensions that are applied to hair. This method involves using anywhere between 20 and 200 strands of hair extension and then carefully applying these strands to your own hair. There are two types of pre-bonded hair. Nail-Tip, most common for h ...read more.

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Clip In Hair Extensions

August 18, 2009

Having your hair extensions professionally fitted can be pricey. Also, having them perminantely attached may not be a commitment you're looking for. That is why clip in hair extensions are an excellent way to get the look you want without having to pay a fortune or be committed to a hairstyle for a long period of time. It is also fast and easy to apply to your hair, without the risk of damage.

Many celebrities use clip in hair extensions like Nicole Ritchie and Ashlee Simpson. They are also a large part of the film industry as hair styles are constantly changing on ...read more.

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No.1 Celebrity Accessory

August 13, 2009

If you are yearning to look as glamorous as the celebrities, you're number one accessory has to be hair extensions. Just about every celebrity that you see grace your TV screen uses extensions; Britney Spears, Cheryl Cole, Paris Hilton, Peaches Geldof, Katie Price, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Simpson, Eva Longoria, Christina Aguilera and many more.

Hair extensions allow celebrities to transform themselves in a matter of moments. Hair extensions give us the length and consitency we want without the wait or the disappointment. They are also extremely natural looking so no one will ever k ...read more.

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Professional Fitting

August 12, 2009

Hair extensions are the perfect way to transform your entire look within a few hours. If you cut your hair too short, hair extensions can come to the rescue, but be careful before entering any salon to have this hair specialty performed. However, you will need to do your research as to where you should have your extensions fitted since in the recent years, it has become apparent that certain hair extensions are damaging the scalp. This damage can be as a result of inexperience of the hair stylist.

When hair extensions are applied incorrectly, they lead to painful consequences a ...read more.

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Hair Extension Care

August 12, 2009

Hair Extensions may be your new best friend, so treat them right. Below are a few tips that your stylist should have mentioned to you. These tips will keep your hair extensions looking great and your hair healthy.

Your hair needs to stay clean and tangle free. We recommend that you comb hair while washing it, adding little amounts of water at a time. You do not want to bombard dry hair with lots of water as this can tangle your extensions.

While styling your hair, you should use a soft bristled brush and brush your hair from root to tip gently. You want your hair to rema ...read more.

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