What are Hair Extensions Made Of?

If you want to temporarily change your look for a wedding or special event you may be considering hair extensions. Some extensions last longer than others, so you should choose a hair extension application that is cohesive with your plans. You will have two types of hair extensions to choose from; one is made of human hair and the other is made of synthetic fibers that are spun in to look like human hair.

Synthetic Hair Extensions

• Synthetic hair extensions are the more economical choice. 


• Being that they are synthetic, manmade materials they are cheaper for the consumer. 


• There are some draw backs to synthetic hair extensions over the human hair type. Synthetic fibers contain plastics that cannot handle any heat such as a hair dryer, curling iron or straightening iron. It is also not recommended that you use hair products on synthetic extensions. 


• Synthetic hair extensions are relatively safe for your natural hair as long as you take proper care of them and perform regular maintenance. 


• You will want to ensure that your hair underneath does not become matted by brushing it regularly; this can avoid matting to your natural hair which can cause severe damage to your natural hair underneath.

Human Hair Extensions

• Human hair extensions are a beautiful option for hair extensions if you can afford them. 


• They are made with 100-percent human hair and are usually imported. 


• Because of the lack of human hair they carry a hefty price tag with them. 


• The benefits of human hair extension are that they look absolutely real. 


• They can be cut, dyed, chemically treated and styled in any way that you would like. You can also use your favorite hair products on human hair extensions. 


• If applied correctly, human hair extensions can last for months. They will require maintenance every couple of months to reposition them to the roots of your natural hair as it grows out.