Hair Extensions
Individuals - Hairdreams Nano
$$$$
PROS
- Versatile
- Poly bond, not keratin
- Double drawn hair (thick root to end)
- Flat bonds allow the hair to fan out like full coverage methods
- 4-6 month wear time
- Full head install in less than an hour
CONS
- Not suitable for very fine hair/low density hair
- Hair is not reusable
Individuals - kTips
AKA Fusion Extensions $$$$
PROS
- Full Customizable.
- Natural Movement
- Versatile
- Virtually Undetectable
- 3-6 month wear time. No monthly maintenance.
CONS
- Hair is not reusable
- No monthly salon maintenance
- Can tangle at the root if not maintained properly at home.
- Full head install can take 3-6 hours
Individuals - iTips
AKA MicroLinks $$$
PROS
- Fully Customizable
- Hair can be reused multiple times
- Monthly in salon maintenance
CONS
- Not super discreet
- Beads chip
- Not suitable for fine hair
- Not suitable for those with metal (copper/aluminum) allergies
- Full head install can take 3-6 hours
Wefts
AKA Beaded Wefts/Hand-tied Weft/Genius Wefts $$$
PROS
- Great for low density hair
- Adds volume
- Hair is reusable multiple times
- Monthly in salon maintenance
CONS
- Can be bulky
- No slick-back hairstyles
- Not suitable for those with active lifestyles
Tapes
AKA Secrets/Quikkies $$$$
PROS
- Flat/Not bulky
- Quick installation time
- Full coverage
CONS
- Can get sticky
- Not suitable for low density hair
- Not suitable for oily/sweaty scalps
- Not suitable for active lifestyles
- Removal & reinstall needed every 6 weeks
CombLine
$$
PROS
- Invisible
- Fills in areas where traditional bonds would be seen
- Can be brushed/combed/colored over
- No removal needed, sheds out with your natural hair
- “Fill” appointment after 6 weeks
CONS
- Not suitable for oily hair types
- Not suitable for whole head applications
Toppers
Hairdreams Microline
$$$$$
PROS
- Wear 24/7
- Integrated with your own natural hair
- Looks natural
- Breathable
- Curly & wavy textures available
- Offers coverage for top of head/crown area
- Great solution for alopecia
- Multiple installation methods available
CONS
- Monthly maintenance can get pricey
- Heavy (a lot of hair)
- No deep side parts, middle part looks best
- Not suitable for active lifestyles
- Lifespan 6-8months
Mesh Integration
AKA Closures $$$$
PROS
- Wear 24/7
- Great solution for low density hair/alopecia/trichotillomania
- Looks natural
- Suitable for fragile hair/bald spots
- More affordable than Microline
- Side part OK
CONS
- Monthly maintenance (3 hours)
- Lifespan 6-8 months
- Not suitable for those with metal allergies (copper/aluminum)
Temporary Topper
$$$$
PROS
- Removable
- Breathable
- Lifespan 1-2 years
CONS
- Can be difficult to position correctly