Today, hair lovers across the world have resorted to finding quick, efficient ways to style their own hair. Most no longer have to make an appointment with a stylist and sit in a chair for hours just to get the look they desire. Now, installing your own hair extensions is as easy as 1-2-3! Join us as we outline how you can put in your own clip-in extensions. (What are they? Check out our previous post all about clip-ins!)
Materials needed:
- Lustro Hair clip-ins of your choice
- Rattail comb (to part hair)
- Brush (to smooth out your hair as you go)
- Ponytail holder or clip (to keep your hair up)
- Elastic rubber bands (optional—for a stronger hold)
Step-by-step installation process:
- Leave out about 1" x 2" of hair at the top of your head; this will serve as the hair that covers up your wefts when you get to the top of your head
- Starting from the bottom of your head, part about 1" of your hair from the left to the right side of your head; use a ponytail holder or clip to keep the rest of your hair up
- For a stronger hold, part hair in square-shaped sections and secure with an elastic rubber band
- Take the longest clip-in piece and open it by pressing on the ends of the clips
- Attach the clips by cinching them to your hair, above the elastic band
- Secure the clips by pressing on the ends, snapping them closed — you will know they are secured once you hear and feel them snapping closed
- To ensure a seamless blend between your natural hair and the clip-ins, be sure to brush between each weft once installed; this allows for a smooth transition and creates a seamless look — if you have straight clip-ins, you also may want to pass a flatiron though your hair
- Repeat steps 3-6 with the smaller wefts going toward the top and sides of your head
- Grab the small piece of hair that you left out from the first step (remember that?) and blend it with the clip-ins
- Use oil, if needed, to blend the hair and be sure to cover the wefts fully to create a truly undetectable look