Hair Extensions: A Full Guide for Your Wedding Day
When it comes to your wedding day, every detail matters, especially your hair. Achieving the perfect bridal hairstyle often involves using hair extensions to add volume, length, longevity to your style, and versatility. As a professional hair and makeup artist, I prefer brides to use clip-in hair extensions because they offer more creative control and freedom. Here’s a comprehensive guide to using hair extensions on your wedding day, including expert tips and trusted websites for high-quality extensions.
Why Choose Clip-In Hair Extensions?
Clip-in hair extensions are the preferred choice for brides for several reasons:
Ease of Use: Simple to attach and remove, allowing for flexibility and creative styling.
Non-Damaging: Gentle on natural hair, avoiding the damage that can come with other extension methods.
Versatility: Easily add volume, length, and even color highlights to your bridal hairstyle.
Affordability: Clip-in extensions are the most affordable option for adding hair, with prices typically ranging from $100 to $250+. This makes them an excellent choice for brides who want to enhance their hairstyle without spending thousands of dollars.
Longevity: Your extensions, if cared for, can and will last you years if not decades.
Recommended Websites for Hair Extensions
For the best quality hair extensions, I recommend the following websites:
Zala Hair Extensions: Known for high-quality, natural-looking affordable extensions.
Bellami Hair: Offers a wide range of lengths and colors to match any bridal style.
Preparing Your Hair Extensions
To ensure your hair extensions look their best on your wedding day, follow these preparation steps:
Wash : Clean your extensions using sulfate-free shampoo. Wash them twice to remove any product build up. You do not want them to silky. Be sure to SKIP conditioner.
Dry Thoroughly: Ensure extensions are completely dry before styling. It is best to blow dry them smooth. Gently brush from the bottom of the extensions to the top to detangle before blow drying smooth. If unable to blow dry, lay them flat to air dry with no tangles.
Trim and Blend: Have a professional stylist trim and blend the extensions with your natural hair for a seamless look if needed. Your LRA hairstylist will be able to assist you if needed.
Style in Advance: Practice your wedding hairstyle with the extensions beforehand to perfect the look with a bridal trial.
Expert Tips for Using Hair Extensions
Consult a Professional: Schedule a bridal trial and work with a pro bridal hair stylist experienced with extensions for the best results. LRA specializes in extension styling.
Match Color and Texture: Choose extensions that closely match your natural hair color and texture for a natural look.
Secure Properly: LRA will ensure extensions are securely clipped in to prevent any slipping during the day.
Carry Extra Clips: Have a few extra clips on hand for quick fixes if needed.
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