Weft extensions are long strips (wefts) of hair sewn, beaded, taped, or clipped into the client’s natural hair to add length, volume, or both. They’re versatile, customizable, and ideal for full-service salons because they can be installed semi-permanently (6–12+ weeks between maintenance) and blended perfectly with professional color and styling. Good for clients who want dramatic change, long-term wear, or repeat reuse of high-quality Remy hair.
How long it lasts
Between professional maintenance:
Tape-ins: 6–8 weeks (may be moved/reattached).
Sew-in (weft on braids): 6–10 weeks before re-braiding/adjustment.
Beaded/hand-tied weft: 8–12 weeks depending on hair growth and bead reset.
Bonded wefts: 6–8 weeks.
Lifespan of the actual hair weft (product):
With high-quality Remy human wefts and proper care, hair can last 6–18 months (often reused 2–3 times if removed & stored/treated professionally).
Factors that shorten lifespan: poor at-home care, chlorine/saltwater exposure, heavy heat or styling without protection, overprocessing in salon.
Maintenance
Regular salon visits: every 6–10 weeks for tightening, moving up, bead re-setting, or re-braiding.
Monthly homecare routine: gentle sulfate-free shampoo, conditioning (avoid oil at roots for tape-ins), detangle gently with loop brush or wide-tooth comb, sleep on silk/satin pillowcase, low-heat styling, heat protectant.
Professional removal: always remove wefts at salon to prevent damage. Removal + reinstallation appointment time should be scheduled separately.
Color/toning: recommend professional toning at maintenance visits rather than at-home box toners.
Repair service: in-salon weft repair or replacement if shedding becomes excessive.
What to expect during & after the appointment
Appointment length: depends on method and volume:
Tape-ins: 1–2 hours for a full head.
Sew-in: 2.5–4+ hours (braiding + sewing + cut).
Beaded weft: 2–4 hours.
Removal + re-install + cut may be longer.
Immediate aftercare: avoid washing for 48 hours after adhesive installs (follow product guidance), avoid heavy workouts first 48 hours, avoid sleeping with wet hair.
Sensitivity: some clients may feel scalp tenderness for a few days (especially with braids). If pain persists, client should return.
Styling limitations: high, slicked-back styles may reveal tracks; educate clients on best styling to hide wefts.
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