Tape Hair Extensions - Gotta Love ’Em!

Tape hair extensions should be fêted as the ‘girl’s best friend’ of hair attachments: they’re easy to apply and if you buy a quality brand they are also very good looking and hard to detect, especially if you buy real hair rather than synthetics.

Here is an example of tape hair extensions

Tape hair extensions are a simple way to add body or length to your hair. If applied properly they should not only be invisible but should last for around six to eight weeks. They are probably the simplest example of hair extension but for the first time it is advisable to visit an experienced hair consultant.

There are a few simple rules you need to follow if you are looking for long term quality results:

1.       As with everything, if you want to look good, buy the best you can afford. The expression ‘buy cheap, buy twice’ really applies here. If you’ve never done it before, go to a professional hair specialist who can advise you on colour, length and the proper maintenance regime.

2.       You must leave at least 48 hours between applying the extensions and washing your hair for the first time, after all the glue needs to set properly. When you do wash your hair the cardinal rule is ‘less is more’ - so if you are in the habit of washing your natural hair every day you need to drop this down to say twice a week at most.

3.       Dry shampoo is your new best friend. It will give your hair the body you are looking to achieve by washing. Very importantly, do NOT use conditioner anywhere near your tape hair extensions! If you do use a conditioning product it acts as a lubricant and you will find your tape hair extensions simply slide off. Many people blame ‘faulty’ hair extensions when they have problems, but the simple truth is that proper maintenance will prevent 99% of all problems you hear about from others.

4.       Before placing your tape hair extensions, think about the way you will be styling your hair. For example, if you are going to make a pony tail, make sure you place the tape hair extensions properly and at the right angle so the action of putting up your hair does not expose them or leave a conspicuous indentation in the smooth surface of your hair.

5.       At all costs, avoid tangles. Be gentle and use a proper detangling hairbrush - they are designed to help you avoid the one thing that will ruin your tape extension. In conjunction with this, let your hair air dry as much as possible and apply a small amount of conditioner (a leave-in product) to the bottom 1/3 of your hair.

6.       When you go to bed, if you have long extensions remember to put your hair into a loose pony tail or braid - this will prevent ‘bed head’.

Above all else, using tape hair extensions should be fun. You are doing it for a reason, whether to look good for someone, dress up for a special occasion, or simply because you want to. In the end, don’t lose your sense of humour, follow the instructions and enjoy yourself.

Miss20 is a hair and beauty business specializing in natural hair extensions. We have many years’ experience with hair and are affiliated with our manufacturer, so increasing our expertise over others who may just supply and fit. For more information please either call us on 020 8355 6713, email us, or please feel free to visit our shop at:

42Eltham High Street

London SE9 1BT