47 Shades
Find Your Perfect Color Match
From single tones to balayage blends - how to match your exact shade or find a complementary highlight.
The Learning Center
Hair Extension Guides
Everything you need to choose, match, and care for your extensions.
New to Extensions?
We'll Help You Figure It Out
Not sure where to begin? Our complete beginner's guide covers everything from choosing your first method to matching your perfect shade.
Matching Your Extensions
Straight to 4C
Match Your Natural Texture
Whether you have pin-straight hair or tight coils, learn how to find extensions that blend seamlessly.
12" to 30"
Choose the Right Length
How extension lengths translate to your body, plus tips for a natural-looking result.
Extension Types
Compare Methods
DIY / Daily Wear
Clip-In Extensions
Add or remove in minutes. No salon, no commitment. Perfect for beginners or special occasions.
60-Second Install
Halo Extensions
One piece, 60 seconds, zero damage. The simplest way to add length and volume.
4-6 Week Wear
Tape-In Extensions
Thin, flat wefts that lay seamlessly against your scalp. Reusable for multiple applications.
Salon Installation
Weft Extensions
Machine and hand-tied wefts for sew-in installations. Maximum volume and coverage.
3-6 Month Wear
Fusion / Keratin Bond
Individual strands bonded with keratin. The most natural movement, with each install lasting 3-6 months.
Braids & Protective Styles
Bulk & Braiding Hair
Human braiding hair for knotless braids, twists, locs, and more.
Full Coverage
Human Hair Wigs
Full coverage for a complete change. Lace front, full lace, and ready-to-wear wigs in 100% Remy human hair.
Crown Coverage
Hair Toppers for Women
Targeted volume and coverage exactly where you need it - without the commitment of a full wig.
Next-Gen Wefts
Genius & Butterfly Wefts
The newest weft constructions explained - how genius and butterfly wefts compare to hand-tied, machine, and hybrid.
By Hair Type
Wavy to 4C
Curly & Textured Hair
Wavy, curly, and coily textures that blend with your natural pattern - plus how to match and maintain them.
Fine & Thin Hair
Extensions for Thin or Thinning Hair
Lightweight options that add volume without putting stress on delicate hair.
Wigs, Toppers & Extensions
Hair Loss Solutions for Women
Gentle, damage-free options for chemotherapy, alopecia, postpartum hair loss, and thinning.
Chin to Shoulder Length
Extensions for Short Hair
The 6-7 inch minimum, why tape-ins win on short cuts, and the two blending rules that make short-to-long look natural.
How Much & What to Expect
Investment
Extension Cost Guide
What to expect to pay for different methods, plus tips for getting the best value.
How Much Hair?
Extension Quantity Guide
How many grams, wefts, or packs you need based on your hair type and desired result.
New to Extensions?
First-Time Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know before your first purchase - no experience required.
Installing & Wearing
Your first week
Getting Started with Your Extensions
What to do the day your hair arrives - checking the match, first wash, first install, and what to expect in week one.
Tape-Ins
Video:How to Install Tape-In Extensions
Sectioning, sandwiching, and placement - the full install on camera, plus the mistakes that shorten wear time.
All Methods Covered
How to Remove Hair Extensions
Step-by-step removal instructions for clip-ins, tape-ins, wefts, keratin bonds, and halos - without causing damage to your natural hair.
Care & Maintenance
All Methods
Hair Extensions Care Guide
Essential products, styling tips, tools, and techniques that won't damage your investment.
Curly & Textured
Caring for Textured Extensions
Special techniques to maintain curl pattern and definition in wavy, curly, and coily extensions.
Longevity
How to Care for 4C Hair
We break down how to care for your curls and kinks with this in-depth guide made for curl queens.
Reference
Hair Extension Glossary
Definitions for every term you'll encounter - from Remy to weft to keratin bond.
Flat Irons & Hot Tools
Heat Styling Guide
Safe temperatures for every tool, how to curl and straighten without damage, and protecting textured patterns.
Common Questions
All FAQsWhich extension method is right for me?
It comes down to how long you want to wear them and how much you want to do yourself. Clip-ins and halos go in and out the same day with no stylist. Tape-ins, wefts, and keratin bonds are installed by a stylist and worn for weeks to months at a time.
How do I match my color?
Match the ends of your hair, not the roots - that is where extensions sit. If you are between two shades, order swatches or send us a photo through the Hair Matching Service and we will tell you which one to buy.
Will extensions blend with my curly or coily hair?
Yes, if you match the pattern, not just the color. We make wavy, deep wave, kinky curly, kinky straight, and coily textures for 3A through 4C hair, in clip-ins, wefts, and bulk hair for braiding. Straight extensions on curly hair never blend, no matter the shade.
What is safest for fine or thinning hair?
Lightweight methods that spread the weight out. Halos and seamless clip-ins put nothing on the scalp, and tape-ins distribute weight across a flat weft instead of pulling on a single section. Skip heavy wefts and bonds until your hair can carry them.
How much hair do I need?
For clip-ins, one full set is enough for most people. For tape-ins and wefts, plan on three to five packs for a full head - more if your hair is thick or you are going for length and volume together.
How long do extensions last?
With proper care, six to twelve months or longer, depending on the method. Clip-ins and halos last about a year. Tape-ins are moved up every four to six weeks and the hair is reused three to four times, about four to six months. Wefts and i-tips are moved up every six to eight weeks and the hair lasts six to twelve months.
Can I dye or tone my extensions?
You can go darker. Lightening or bleaching damages the hair and voids the return policy, so if you need a lighter shade, buy it lighter and tone down. Have a colorist do it if you can - extensions do not have a scalp feeding them oils, so they take color faster than your own hair.
What does Remy actually mean?
The cuticles are intact and all running the same direction, root to tip. That is what keeps hair from tangling and matting after a few washes. A lot of hair sold as Remy is not - it is why we source our own Virgin Indian hair instead of buying from brokers.
Do I need a stylist?
Not for clip-ins or halos. For tape-ins, wefts, and keratin bonds, yes - placement and tension are what protect your natural hair, and a bad install is how extensions get their reputation for damage.
Research & Data
Industry Data
Hair Extension Statistics 2026
Market size, method trends, and proprietary data from 19 years of Perfect Locks orders - fully sourced and citable.
