How to Identify Authentic Remy Hair Extensions

Most women prefer Remy hair extensions (also spelled as Remi) because they're more durable, natural-looking, and vibrant than artificial ones. To identify genuine Remy hair extensions, a person should inspect the strands and see if they are all facing one direction. Many people often confuse Remy hair with virgin hair, which are similar in some ways but are actually two different things.

Basically, all virgin hair extensions are also Remy hair extensions, but not all Remy hair extentions are virgin hair. The term “virgin” is used on natural hair extensions that haven't been altered in any way or treated with special chemicals to enhance their beauty. Since they're essentially genuine human hair, virgin hair extensions still have their cuticles intact and each strand still face the same direction, which also fitts the criteria for Remy hair.

Determining whether or not the cuticles have been removed can be a bit tricky since these protective layers are practically invisible. A person needs to run her hands across each strand and see if there are any differences in texture. If the strand feels rough when felt upwards towards the scalp and feels smooth when ran through the opposite direction, that means that the cuticles are still intact. Hair extensions that no longer have cuticles are usually messy-looking and dull in color.

Get to Know Lace Front Wigs

Lace front wigs have a long history. For years, they've been crafted on a per-order basis for the theatrical industry. Generally, they were tailor-made to a person's head size and often took about 250 to 400 hours to make. Thanks to technology, the time it takes to produce this type of wig has been greatly reduced.

The wefts in the front and back of the wig, which you often see in normal wigs, are replaced by a band of lace with individual hairs tied to the cross-sections of the webbing. This band of lace would have single strands or small patches of hair knotted onto the lace, after which the lace is then sewn onto the wig. As soon as the owner receives the hairpiece, she can cut the lace back to the hairline to have the piece fit her needs.

Among the shortcomings of lace front wigs are the fragility of the wig and hairs constantly falling out. As monofilament is difficult to tie in a knot that stays tied, the hair easily unties and pulls loose the next time the wig is worn. If adhesives are used to hold the wig down, there's a chance that the adhesives will attach to the wig hair and pull it off the piece every time the adhesive is removed. Nevertheless, with this type of wig, adhesives are often necessary to achieve the perfect hairline.

Distinguishing between Remy and Non-Remy Hair

Different types of hair extensions are available on the market, and the most sought after retain the cuticle or waxy layer that protects the hair strand. Remy hair extensions retain their cuticles, while other low-cost hair extensions have been stripped of their cuticles. You don't need a microscope to determine whether or not the wefts still have their cuticles; hair extensions that retain their cuticles feel smooth to the touch, unlike other extensions, which are rough.

While this was the case in the past, smooth hair is no longer an exclusive trait of Remy hair. A number of non-Remy hair extensions are smooth to the touch thanks to a silicone bath that replaces the cuticle that was stripped from the hair. The difference is often evident once the extensions are bonded onto the client's hair. Once the client washes their hair along with the extensions, the silicone gets washed off and the hair will start to feel rough and dry.

If you want nothing short of natural Remy hair, don't believe everything you see in the extension market. A good indicator of authenticity is the so-called jumping test; non-Remy hair is too heavy to move as the person jumps. Remy hair extensions, on the other hand, will react like natural hair. Indeed, Remy hair extensions often look so natural that people won't realize that you have extensions. 

More Than Just A Hair Accessory: Remy Hair Extensions As An Alternative Solution To Hair Loss

"Accidents, diseases, and other unfortunate instances can rob women off of their crowning glories, along with their self-esteem. And while surgeries offer permanent solutions, not everyone is up for the whole process, not to mention the amount to pay for it. These days, however, they can revel in having hair once again, thanks to hair extensions. The Indo-Asian News Service sees hair extensions as an alternative, yet temporary, solution to people suffering from hair loss. More that just a hair accessory, Remy hair extensions will make their hair look voluminous and help them regain their lost self-confidence. However, according to trichologist Apoorva Shah, people should go only to salons offering hair extension installation to make sure that the whole process is handled with utmost care and expertise as there are consequences involved in mishandling the chemicals used in the attachment process, or they can go with clip-on attachments."

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Own That Celebrity Look With Remy Hair Extensions

"Hair extensions are a gift to anyone wishing to revamp their appearance and look like their favorite celebrities. But even so, there are those times when hair extensions can get entangled in the most peculiar ways. Just like what happened to pop singer Beyonce in her July 22, 2013 concert in Montreal, Canada. Her hair extensions got entangled in an exhaust fan which made her bodyguard go up the stage and cut them off. She laughed at the whole matter about her ever-sturdy Remy hair extensions on her Instagram post. While not everybody can afford expensive hair extensions like Beyonce, newer technology made them more accessible to people across the globe. Hair extensions upstage wigs in the sense that they appear to look more natural. Hair extensions can come in wavy, straight, curly, in different lengths and different colors, depending on the preferences of the client. Now, even an average person can own that celebrity look at very affordable prices without compromising the quali

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Tips on Choosing Your Type of Hair Extension

When done right, hair extensions can be an excellent way to accessorize your crowning glory. To get the perfect look for you, there are many things that you need to consider such as the texture of your original hair and its color.

First, determine which style would best suit your hair—Brazilian, Peruvian, or European. If you have curly hair, then choose an extension that will easily match it. If, on the other hand, you have straight hair, pick an extension that you can easily style so you can try different looks.

Next, think about your hair color and determine which hues compliment it. You might want to make your extension resemble your hair color as closely as possible. This makes it look very natural and not at all like a wig. If you want different colors however, opt for a highlighted one instead, using subtle colors that will not draw too much attention to the extension.

Length is another important factor to consider, and comfort plays a large role here as much as aesthetics. If you are accustomed to wearing it short but want a long extension for a change, you may want a length that's between short and very long. This way the transition wouldn't be too much.