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From Perfectlocks: I really liked your blog! It would be soooo helpful to me if you could find it in your heart to write an article about human hair extensions, Indian hair in particular.
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Brittney Powell of OMGhairstyles is an on-going sponsor to the Velvet Kittens, specializing in coloring, styling, and fusion extensions. Occasionally she sends us special hair tips to share with our friends and fans. Well Perfectlocks, Brittney has answered your question:
Thanks for the feedback, perfectlocks. Hope this answers any questions you have. Check out my website for more info on "fusion extensions." Thanks! Brittney
European hair:
Very fine and can be found on the market only in very small quantities.
Few European women would be willing to give up their hair to hair companies and,
if they did, it would be necessary for their hair to never have been chemically treated.
Chinese hair:
Even though Chinese hair can be found in large quantities, this
type of hair is not compatible for fusion bonding because it has a
round cross-section as opposed to the oval shape of Caucasian
hair, making it too thick and rigid to be compatible with European
hair. The usual method of collection results in balls of yarn where
the hair lies unorganized in all directions.
Because of the different directions the hair is lying in, and in order
to be able to use it, it is necessary to submit it to an aggressive
acid treatment to strip it of its cuticle layer and prevent it from
tangling. In the beginning the hair seems shiny and beautiful, but after a few washes the silicone layer starts to wash away and the hair
becomes dull and brittle again, thus resulting in serious matting
and discomfort.
This kind of hair is acceptable for the preparation of wigs and
toupes, because these are dry cleaned only, allowing the silicone
layer to stay and the hair to remain shiny.
Indian Temple hair:
This is Indian silky hair and in virgin condition.
Genetically, Indian hair is very similar to Caucasian hair
in its basic structure. It is of extraordinary quality since
it has never been exposed to harsh chemical treatments.
Indian hair is optimal for the manufacturing of hair extensions.
Professional extensions companies use "remy" hair which means that
the cuticle layers are all facing the same direction from
root to end and, therefore, do not tangle.
This also ensures that the extensions behave exactly
like your own hair, blending in with yours and looking natural.
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