Indian Hair Extension Types

There are many different types of hair extensions, but hair extensions typically only come in two forms. There are differences in the way hair extensions are prepared, in the technique used to attach it to your own hair. Here are descriptions of the two hair types and the four primary methods and procedures for application:

Indian Bulk Hair

This refers to hair which is not attached to a weft track. Bulk hair is loose. It is used primarily for stand bonding and braiding. Buying hair in bulk allows for the best flexibility in terms of pricing and distribution methods. Bulk hair can also be bonded to the hair, using many different methods: from clips to adhesive.

Bulk hair is used by many stylists and companies in the creation of Indian wigs, lace front wigs, braids, keratin tips, nail tips, high tips, clip ins, and the stitching of wefts.

Indian Wefted Hair

Weft hair is simply hair that is sewn together in a continuous strip at the root end of the hair shaft, they are often called tracks. Indian weft hair is used mainly to give a natural hair look to you head. Wefted hair comes in two types, machine wefted and hand tied. Hand tied wefts are made with hand and it is a lobor extensive process where it takes 5 hrs for one person to make a bundle of 4 oz. It requires applying the Weft by sewing it to your own hair. Machine wefts are made by using special wefting machines. Due to the high cost of hand-made products, most extension hair is machine wefted in fine, medium or heavy wefts. Medium wefts are used for the majority of wefted extension hair. Hand tied wefted hair is more expensive but is often preferred due to its light weight. Hand tied hair also resist shedding better.

Wefted hair may be used for strand bonding and braiding and is preferred by stylist as it allows the stylist to use only what is needed greatly reducing the amount of waste. Wefts can be bonded directly to the clients hair using special bonding glue. Care must be taken not to bond the wefts directly to the scalp, as it can cause sensitivities in some clients... it is best to have this procedure done by a professional hair stylist. Infrequently, wefts may be clipped in, with specially made clips sewn to the wefts themselves. This makes for a more temporary style, and is easily removed. Clipped-in wefts may add temporary color, length or fullness perhaps for a single event, such as a prom or wedding.

Machine Wefts vs. Hand Tied Wefts

These wefts are very similar in theory. Hand tied wefts are done by tying strands of hair around a strong weaving thread. Assuming the weft is tied tightly with care, we can then assume that the weft is very strong and will last a long time, possibly longer than a machine weft. Hand stitched items usually have a longer longevity because of the care and precision involved. Hand tied wefts should never be cut from the top. If it is cut, then you should seal it with a good glue like nail glue or fabric glue. There is no gurantee that it will not shed if it is cut. Also, one should never sew through top of the weft and it is recommended you sew around the weft. The biggest difference is that with machine wefts, you can cut where desired.

Quality is always a concern with either machine wefts or hand-tied wefts. If we assume they are both of equal quality, then it really comes down to a matter of preference. Which one are you most comfortable with and/or which one have you heard better things about from your friends? They are done by hand . These wefts are much thinner than machine wefts and lay flat on the scalp. Machine wefts are done by sewing strands of hair together with a hair sewing machine. It also comes down to what your stylist prefers, you should always consult your stylist before making your decision. If you would like more information from us just give us a call and ask!