Frequently asked questions.

Hair Extensions are methods of adding commercial hair to natural hair. These methods are used to add volume and lengths for aesthetic purposes.

Hair Extensions are suitable for the vast majority of clients. However , there could be factors as unsuitable hair condition , hair loss or hair damage that could prevent extensions from being an option This is a very rare occurrence.These factors will be discussed during your free non obligatory consultation.

It is recommended your hair to be 3-4 inches for thickening and 4- 5 inches for lengthening.

Natural hair extensions come from different regions in the word, and each type has different characteristics to the next based on how they have been treated in the manufacturing process. Russian Virgin, European Virgin, Brazilian, Remy are all examples of types of hair extensions used today. Prestige Hair Extensions prides itself on using ONLY the best quality Russian, European and Remy virgin hair. Russian Virgin hair is generally accepted as the gold standard in the hair extension industry as the hair extensions are the purest and silkiest. Russian hair is also the rarest and hardest to find of all natural hair extensions which is generally reflected in the price. Remy European hair extensions the highest quality processed 100% Remy human hair that is available. It has such strength that it is similar in condition to Virgin hair. The hair started life as Virgin hair which has then been gently coloured to bring you a wide variety of natural looking European colours. The ratio of long hairs is extremely high and it is often double drawn so there will be no tapering towards the ends. It will remain soft, sleek and healthy for 9-12 months+ when maintained correctly. Single drawn and double drawn are the terms commonly used by manufacturers of hair extensions and not widely used by salons. If you’re looking to buy a set of extensions online or from your salon it’s very important to know the difference.All human hair grows in cycles. While some are growing, some are dormant. This is the reason there are so many lengths in a single drawn ponytail. Single Drawn hair means only the very shortest hairs have been combed out, usually first 2 or 3 inches. So if you had 18″ length hair, some strands will be as short as 14, 16″″. Double Drawn hair is the absolute best quality hair. The term refers to a process that draws out all the shorter lengths from a bundle, and then draws again to realign the top of the bundle. The hairs are arranged in equal lengths creating a very smooth and polished look. This increases the cost of hair as this procedure is done by hand

The Micro Ring System simply uses small beads, or rings, to attach the extension to your own hair! The extensions have a tip called and I-Tip which is shaped like a shoe-lace tip and is threaded into the micro ring. The ring is then clamped shut with the closing tool Strand by Strand, the method that looks and moves more naturally than any other method. Prestige Hair Extensions prides itself on using ONLY the best quality Russian, European and Remy virgin hair. Russian Virgin hair is generally accepted as the gold standard in the hair extension industry as the hair extensions are the purest and silkiest. Russian hair is also the rarest and hardest to find of all natural hair extensions which is generally reflected in the price. Remy European hair extensions the highest quality processed 100% Remy human hair that is available. It has such strength that it is similar in condition to Virgin hair. The hair started life as Virgin hair which has then been gently coloured to bring you a wide variety of natural looking European colours. The ratio of long hairs is extremely high and it is often double drawn so there will be no tapering towards the ends. It will remain soft, sleek and healthy for 9-12 months+ when maintained correctly. Single drawn and double drawn are the terms commonly used by manufacturers of hair extensions and not widely used by salons. If you’re looking to buy a set of extensions online or from your salon it’s very important to know the difference.All human hair grows in cycles. While some are growing, some are dormant. This is the reason there are so many lengths in a single drawn ponytail. Single Drawn hair means only the very shortest hairs have been combed out, usually first 2 or 3 inches. So if you had 18″ length hair, some strands will be as short as 14, 16″″. Double Drawn hair is the absolute best quality hair. The term refers to a process that draws out all the shorter lengths from a bundle, and then draws again to realign the top of the bundle. The hairs are arranged in equal lengths creating a very smooth and polished look. This increases the cost of hair as this procedure is done by hand

Pre Bonded Hair Extensions come with Keratin Resin bonds already attached. Pre Bonded Hair Extensions are attached to your hair via a small heated applicator which melts the bond at a fairly low temperature. Your Hair Extension Technician will then roll this into a seal around small sections of your own hair. Pre Bonded Hair Extensions can be trimmed prior to fitting to tailor the size and density of each the hair extension strands to each individual client. Essential for ensuring your bonds are small enough to remain undetectable around your hairline and crown! Keratin resin is easily removed causing no damage to your own hair.

With Micro Rings and Keratin pre-bonded hair extensions our technicians re-bond the tip and re-use them if they have been maintained well whilst being worn. No need to buy new hair . We go that extra mile !

Yes , it is recommended to use Sulfate-free products , they might not create as much lather in the shower, but that frothy bubble that comes from sulfates in your shampoos, can cause problems if you have keratin bonds (most fusion bonds are made of of this) sulfates WILL break down the keratin weakening it and become sticky which will cause matting or the hair extensions to shed or completely fall out. We supply our own range of hair extension products . It is recommended to use a special soft bristle brush, which is provided free-of-charge. It is strongly advised that no conditioner be applied on the roots (tips only).