Human Hair Extensions With Class

Oh wow – if you haven't heard the news yet, there's something so hot in hair extensions you're going to be out the door before I finish telling you about it.  It's THE latest, most fabulous, drop dead easy and gorgeous – well, let me tell you about it.  It's human hair extensions woven in by hand with a crochet hook.  No fuss, no muss, easy to do and the results are fantabulous!

This latest method of using human hair extensions is called cold fusion and it doesn't require weaving or braiding or gooey heating elements.  It's done with something called cold fusion polymers and only attaches at one small point.   Would you believe this system lasts up to six months? Yeah, six months!  That's wild when you consider other hair extensions only last about two months.

Well and if you can fancy this – you could actually do this at home so long as you watch the video that tells you how to do it.  Gee I don't know!  I think I'd rather not take the chance of winding up looking like a horse's ---- tail!  But seriously, this revolutionary method of using human hair extensions is making them a lot easier to use and virtually invisible.  And really, if they last for up to six months, that's a worthwhile investment!  

You could also try human clip in hair extensions done with the hot fusion method – called Streeks.  It's a bit messier and means using a keratin bond that you have to melt until sticky and then hand roll until hard and cool.  This particular method is good for up to four months.  If you're not sure which method would work for you, then just take some time to talk to the stylist that will be doing the extensions for you.  Ask questions about the kinds of human hair extensions and which method might be more suitable for your lifestyle.   Either way you look at it, when you are done, you will look just sensational.  

Clip in human hair extensions are considered to be the best bet if you want to add length and volume to your hair.  Why? They're better because they are human hair and won't give you any problems in terms of texture or when styling.  Some of the other extensions you can use – wefted, synthetic, clip-ins – aren't known to be as quite reliable as human hair extensions.

8:10 AM - May 10, 2008

Have You Tried GHD MK4 Hair Straighteners Yet?

GHD MK4 Hair Straighteners

Oh woo hoo, this is the most anticipated hair straightener since the MK3.  The GHD MK4 hair straighteners are sleeker, more design conscious and even easier to use.  Hey it even comes with a free heat mat.  But that's not all.  You will find some extra special features on the GHD MK4 hair straighteners.

Ready to find out what's in store for you when you buy this gorgeous flat iron?  Well hang on to your hats.  The GHD MK4 hair straighteners have a really cool, sleek looking design.  Very chic darling!  The barrels are nicely rounded which means you get even more styling control for the "flats" or curls.  Yes, you can curl your hair with this flat iron as well.  Just flick your wrist the right way, and you can even have ringlets too.  Best read instructions on how to do this, or watch the enclosed DVD for tips, as it's tricky to try for the first time.

The temperature regulation in the GHD MK4 hair straighteners is even better which of course will increase the shine in your hair – the lovely straight hair you will have when you are done with the flat iron.  There's auto multi-voltage for when you travel internationally, plus an automatic sleep mode (which means if you don't turn it off, it will turn itself off).  But here's something really interesting.  You'll find the shiver automatic off that kicks in to avoid damage in cold conditions.  Talk about innovative designs!  And the cable is stronger and even more durable than before.

Coo – a DVD did you catch that one?  Watch a DVD to figure out how to style you hair just like salon services.  Cor, way to go!  These ghd hair straighteners mk4 are really something else.

Even if you have the kind of hair that drives a hairstylist up the wall in pure despair because of the unruly waves, this is the only styling tool you will need.  It's versatile and can tackle anything you throw at it.  What with the digital temperature control, you've got it made in the shade when you go to do your hair.

The plates heat up lickety split fast and beep to let you know when they're ready.  How cool is that?  You've even got a UK and European code included, two pink hair-sectioning clips, and a full year's warranty.  I mean this baby is fully equipped for action.  Imagine getting that lovely box they ship in and popping the DVD into the machine, then getting a chance to try a new style with 15 minutes of your new toy arriving.  Boggles the mind doesn't it?

8:32 PM - May 8, 2008

Long Lovely Tresses with a Hair Extension Kit

Love having long hair?  Love being a guy magnet?  Of course you do, it's a lot of fun, not to mention the fact that you look uber gorgeous with those hair extensions.  That was the best thing you ever did, getting the hair extension kit and doing it on your own.  Oh, not that you didn't like what the salon did for you, it's just that you wanted to try something different on your own and well, save a bit of money in the process.

Finding that hot hair extension kit on the Internet just made your day.  When it arrived you could hardly wait to try it for yourself.  It took a bit of fiddling, but once you got the hang of putting the extensions in, it was easy.  And the results?  Quite spectacular thank you very much!  Sure you needed a bit of help, but once the extensions were in, things couldn't have gone any better.  They were easy to take out as well.

That's the nice thing about a hair extension kit.  You can get a clip-in hair extension kit , or one with micro-rings and so on.  Partial to wavy hair?  You'll find a hair extension kit that will suit you while shopping on the Internet.  You can get them straight as well.  I mean look at it this way honey.  Celebrities use hair extensions, so why can't we?  Right! No reason why not.  Just because we might not go to a salon to have them put in, doesn't mean we look different.

Pay attention to what you are ordering online though!  There can be some confusion between a synthetic hair extension kit and a human hair extension kit. Mostly you will know which is which by the price, but don't be fooled into buying something that might not last as long as human hair does.  Sure the synthetic hair extensions work and look good, but bottom line, they don't last as long.  So if you really want to save money, then buy a good human hair extension kit. On of my favourites are extensions Remi hair. Whatever you choose, it will last longer, and that will save you money in the long run.

If you have trouble getting the hair extensions in the right place and securing them properly, then make sure you read all the instructions in your hair extension kit.  It's a bit tricky to get it right the very first time, but once you've had some experience, you'll have it done in no time.  A clip-in hair extension kit will actually take you about 5 minutes from start to finish, once you have the procedure down pat.

11:19 AM - May 8, 2008

In The Pink With Pink GHD Hair Straighteners

In the mood for uhmmm – pink darling – pink!  In the mood for those hot pink GHD hair straighteners?  They're so hot they're flying off the shelves like there's no tomorrow. Everyone who loves keeping their "do" in a sleek and sexy style has to have one of these pink GHD hair straighteners.  But listen, better act really fast here because this is a limited edition and well, when they're gone, they're gone. Already they are hard to find, but it can be done.  Expect to pay a bit more for this "I can't do without it," hot pink flat iron with extra features to spare.

Features?  Oh darling, let me tell you about features!  A flashing red light that tells you when the iron is the right temperature and an internal monitoring system that shuts the iron off if you leave it unattended for 30 minutes.  Imagine how many people would be relieved to have that as a safety backup.  I mean who hasn't gone off and left their flat iron plugged in?

Cream of the crop ceramic plates make this baby work with ease.  Rounded plates that glide down the full length of your hair to create that lovely shiny smooth look you have always adored.  When you first use this hot pink adorable flat iron, you might want to check with your hair stylist on how to also use it to make curls.  Yes, like other hair beauty products, the pink GHD hair straighteners also curl hair, but there's a knack to it, so ask for a demo on how it's done.  Save yourself some grief.  If you don't really care if you have curls or not, then skip the demo.  It's just that sometimes it's a nice thing to be able to style your hair different ways when the mood hits you.

If you have any worries about the constant application of heat on your hair, then check out the other hair care products offered by GHD.  You can find some hair savers in the heat deflection products that keep your hair shiny and moisturized.  By the way, don't leave the iron on one spot too long or you run the risk of over "baking" it.  How will you know?  You'll hear a sizzle sound like water hitting a hot griddle.  If you hear that sound, STOP applying the heat to that segment of your hair.

5:45 AM - May 7, 2008

Easy Clip-in Hair Extensions

Adding sex appeal to you hair just got a whole lot easier with clip-in hair extensions.   Clip-in what?  Hair extensions.  You know hair you add to you own hair to boost the volume, change the style, get a new do!  There's lots of ways to do that, but if you don't have a salon budget, then give serious consideration to clip-in hair extensions.

Would you believe the max amount of time clip-in hair extensions could take would be about five minutes?  Ok, give or take if you are going for a really different look and are experimenting.  But, yes, five minutes!  Wow, if you go to a salon you're looking at one hour or more, not to mention the price. If you’re on a tight budget, but want to do something spectacular with your hair, then this is definitely an option you should consider.

There are no glues, no weaving, no bonding, no fuss, no heating – how much easier can it get?  Stand in front of your mirror, figure out where you want the extra fullness and go for it.  Take them out when you get home.  You don't have to run to the salon for maintenance, as you can handle that yourself.  Bravo!  Just make sure you apply the clip-in hair extensions properly and you will have no trouble with them.

If you're gong for the clip-in hair extensions then you should make sure to get them straight.  You can style them any way you want them later.  But there is no sense in buying waved extensions, as you might not want to maintain that particular style.  Anyhow, many salons only sell them straight for that very reason. Really this is about what YOU want for your final look.  So choose the easiest extensions to work with.  Save yourself some hassle time.

Worried about caring for clip-in hair extensions?  Have no fear, if you treat them with respect, like you would carefully treat your own hair, then they can last you up to 12 months (as opposed to 6 months with cold fusion human hair extensions).  Just don't get wild with them, or you will be replacing them sooner rather than later.

Are these really easy to use?  Yes, they are.  Just clip them in and you are done!  To take them out, just unclip them.  Doesn't get any easier than that. Just make sure you get the human hair extensions and not the cheaper plastic versions that are available online (the celebrity who sells them offers the plastic ones for around $30.00) and really, they look like they are around $30.00.  You know how true that saying is about getting what you pay for.  So be aware of what you are buying when you shop for clip-on hair extensions.

7:08 PM - May 6, 2008