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What is Tape-in Hair extensions

In pursuit of a chic hairstyle of long hair, many girls resort to extensions. One of the methods of hair extension is Tape hair extensions. This type of extension is the second most popular, after Flat Tip hair. Let's figure out what Tape hair is and why many girls give their preference to this method.

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In pursuit of a chic hairstyle of long hair, many girls resort to extensions. One of the methods of hair extension is Tape hair extensions. This type of extension is the second most popular, after Flat Tip hair. Let's figure out what Tape hair is and why many girls give their preference to this method.

What is Tape Hair extensions?

Tape-in hair extensions or also referred to as Glue-in hair extensions is a method of hair extension with the help of hair on an adhesive tape 35-40 mm wide. This type of extension is used for cold hair extension technology.
Tape-in hair extensions or also referred to as Glue-in hair extensions is a method of hair extension with the help of hair on an adhesive tape 35-40 mm wide. This type of extension is used for cold hair extension technology.

How does hair extension work?

Regarding other extension methods, Tape-in hair extensions may seem like a very simple technology. And you will be right, however, as in any other technology, there are subtleties. Failure to comply with which will lead to the fact that the hairstyle will look unnatural.
Regarding other extension methods, Tape-in hair extensions may seem like a very simple technology. And you will be right, however, as in any other technology, there are subtleties. Failure to comply with which will lead to the fact that the hairstyle will look unnatural.
  • 1
    The extensions takes place on a clean, dry head so that the Tape is well fixed and does not slip
  • 2
    The master combs the hair at the back of the head and makes a horizontal parting. After that, he attaches the ribbons to the client's hair, slightly retreating from the roots.
  • 3
    The tapes are attached on both sides, top and bottom
  • 4
    The master monitors the uniform distribution of ribbons on the head so that the hairstyle looks natural.
  • 1
    The extensions takes place on a clean, dry head so that the Tape is well fixed and does not slip
  • 2
    The master combs the hair at the back of the head and makes a horizontal parting. After that, he attaches the ribbons to the client's hair, slightly retreating from the roots.
  • 3
    The tapes are attached on both sides, top and bottom
  • 4
    The master monitors the uniform distribution of ribbons on the head so that the hairstyle looks natural.
In total, you may need from 20 to 40 tapes and 40-50 minutes of time to build up. After just an hour spent in the salon, you can go and charm everyone in your way with a hairstyle!
In total, you may need from 20 to 40 tapes and 40-50 minutes of time to build up. After just an hour spent in the salon, you can go and charm everyone in your way with a hairstyle!

Pros and Cons of Tape-in Hair Extensions

Like any other technology, Tape-in hair extensions also has pros and cons. Let's figure out why this technology is so popular. First the pros
Like any other technology, Tape-in hair extensions also has pros and cons. Let's figure out why this technology is so popular. First the pros
  • Safety
    Your hair will not be burned, because the extension is made without thermal effects on your hair. Also, in the production of our tapes, we use exclusively safe certified materials that do not cause allergies.
  • Speed of execution
    As we have already said, the whole procedure takes about 40-50 minutes
  • Not a big load on the hair
    Due to its width, the load is distributed to more hair, and therefore your hair suffers less. Also, it follows from here that tape hair extensions is suitable for people with thin or sparse hair
  • Price
    Due to the simplicity and low cost of consumables, the price for the hair extension procedure is relatively small
  • Easy removal
    You can easily and painlessly remove your extended tape hair with the help of a remouverer
  • The period of use
    With proper care and timely correction, the tapes can last you a year
Well, now let's move on to the disadvantages of this technology

  • You will have to use special detergents that do not contain substances that can dissolve the adhesive base of the tapes
  • Mandatory correction at least once every 2-3 months
  • You will have to give up some hairstyles and styling types. For example, you'd better not do high hairstyles, because the attachment points will be visible.
  • You need to be extremely careful with heating devices such as a hair dryer or curling iron
Well, now let's move on to the disadvantages of this technology

  • You will have to use special detergents that do not contain substances that can dissolve the adhesive base of the tapes
  • Mandatory correction at least once every 2-3 months
  • You will have to give up some hairstyles and styling types. For example, you'd better not do high hairstyles, because the attachment points will be visible.
  • You need to be extremely careful with heating devices such as a hair dryer or curling iron
Here you can find high-quality Tape-in made of natural Slavic hair.
Here you can find high-quality Tape-in made of natural Slavic hair.
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