If you’re like most women, having a bad hair day can affect your mood and lower your confidence. But, with the help of hair extensions, every day can be a good hair day! If you wish your hair was longer and fuller, consider hair extensions by Deseo Salon & BlowDry. We offer high-quality keratin bonded hair extensions for a look and feel that is truly natural.
Curious about this popular process? Read on to learn everything you need to know about keratin bonded hair extensions!
What Are Keratin Bonded Hair Extensions?
If you’ve never heard of keratin bonded extensions, let us give you the rundown. Simply put, these extensions consist of tiny strands of virgin (unprocessed) human hair. Unlike hair extensions that are sewn or taped to the hair, these extensions contain a keratin bond.
When the keratin protein is heated it melts so that the extensions are affixed to your own hair. These extensions resemble tiny wisps of your own hair and are strategically positioned in rows. Thus, they blend right into your hair and no one can tell they’re there! This applies even when wearing a ponytail.
Advantages of Keratin Bonded Hair Extensions
Keratin bonded hair extensions offer a long list of benefits.
- They add length and volume to your hair
- Fully customizable to match or improve your natural hair color
- Long-lasting and durable
- Keratin bonded hair extensions last for as long as six months with proper care
- The placement of the bonds allows your hair to move naturally
- They offer more natural looking hair than taped-in or sew-in hair applications
- Experiment with color without permanent dye, bleach, or harsh chemicals
- Fewer maintenance appointments than with other types of hair extensions
- Curl, dye, straighten, and style your extensions just as you would with your real hair
Maintenance Guidelines
It’s important that you give your new keratin bonded extensions the proper care so that they can last as long as possible. Here are a few tips to keep you looking your best for months on end.
- Wait two days to wash your hair from the time of application
- Wash your hair every two days to prevent water damage
- Don’t use oil-based products on your extensions
- Avoid over-styling
- Brush your hair with a brush that’s designed to prevent damaging the bond
- Use a gentle shampoo and remember that cool water helps minimize tangling
- Light conditioners may be used, but don’t apply directly to the bond
Considerations and Warnings
- Keratin bonded hair extensions are best suited to thick, coarse hair
- When sleeping, braid your hair or put it up in a ponytail to prevent knots
- Don’t swim with your extensions as this can damage the root
- After washing your hair, dry it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the glue
- Use low to moderate heat when styling your hair
You don’t have to wait for months or even years for your short, thin hair to grow longer and thicker when you use keratin bonded hair extensions. In fact, you don’t have to go through harsh chemical processes if you’re looking to change your color or add some pizazz! Keratin bonded hair extensions are the perfect way to boost your hair’s appearance with a simple trip to the salon.
Questions? Visit our luxurious salon in Denver, Colorado. At Deseo Salon & BlowDry, we offer keratin bonded hair extensions, along with luxury hair products, and an array of high-quality services. Please contact us if you’d like to learn more about how we can help you perfect your hair!
Frequently Asked Questions: Keratin Bonded Hair Extensions
How do keratin bonded hair extensions work?
Keratin bonded extensions consist of small strands of virgin (unprocessed) human hair with a keratin protein bond at the attachment point. A stylist uses heat to melt the keratin bond, fusing the extension strand directly to your own hair. The extensions are strategically placed in rows that mimic your natural hair growth pattern, making them virtually undetectable, even in a ponytail. Because they use real human hair, they look and move completely naturally.
How long do keratin bonded hair extensions last?
With proper care and maintenance, keratin bonded hair extensions can last up to six months. This makes them one of the longer-lasting extension methods available. The key factors in maximizing their lifespan include following the recommended washing schedule (every two days), avoiding oil-based products on the bonds, brushing with a bond-safe brush, drying hair promptly after washing, and using low to moderate heat when styling.
Are keratin bonded extensions better than tape-in or sew-in extensions?
Keratin bonded extensions offer a more natural look and movement than tape-in or sew-in methods. Because each strand is bonded individually, the hair moves freely and blends in naturally with your natural hair. They also require fewer maintenance appointments than some other extension types. However, they are best suited for thick, coarse hair rather than very fine or thin hair. The right extension type ultimately depends on your natural hair’s texture, density, and your lifestyle.
Can you color, curl, and straighten keratin bonded hair extensions?
Yes, one of the significant advantages of keratin bonded extensions is that, because they’re made from real human hair, you can style them just as you would your own hair. You can curl, straighten, and even dye them. However, it’s recommended to use low to moderate heat settings to protect the keratin bond, and to avoid over-styling. If you want to experiment with color changes, extensions also let you do so without applying permanent dye or bleach to your natural hair.
What hair type is best suited for keratin bonded extensions?
Keratin bonded hair extensions are best suited for people with thick, coarse hair. The bond attachment works most effectively and durably on thicker strands that can support the weight and structure of the extension bond. For people with very fine or thin hair, other extension methods may provide a more secure and natural-looking result. A professional consultation at a Denver salon that specializes in extensions is the best way to determine which method is right for your specific hair type.
What care routine is required after getting keratin bonded extensions?
After getting keratin bonded extensions, wait 48 hours before washing your hair. Wash every two days using a gentle shampoo and cool water, which helps minimize tangling. Use a brush specifically designed not to damage the bond, apply light conditioner only to the mid-lengths and ends (never directly to the bond), and dry your hair as quickly as possible after washing. Avoid oil-based products on the extensions, braid or put hair up before sleeping, and use low to moderate heat for styling.
Where in Denver can you get keratin bonded hair extensions professionally applied?
Deseo Salon & BlowDry in Denver specializes in keratin bonded hair extensions, applying them with the expertise needed to achieve a fully natural, smooth look. Their stylists provide thorough consultations to determine whether keratin bonded extensions are the right fit for your hair type and goals, and give you a complete care guide to maximize their longevity. Located at 3600 W. 29th Ave in Denver’s Highlands neighborhood, Deseo serves clients across the Denver metro area.