So you got a horrible haircut and want your hair back. What’s a
girl to do? If you aren’t comfortable with permanent extensions,
why not give clip-ins a shot? They are simple to put in and
easy to take out. A non-permanent solution allows for variety
as well. Here are some of the web’s best tips for trying out this
style.
Cut Them to Fit
Unlike permanent weaves, since clip-ins can be easily
removed, you can save a little cash by trimming them up
yourself. If that idea freaks you out, Supercuts is an affordable
option. Going to a fancy salon, would simply be a waste of your
money. They can also show you how to put them in if you need
a little guidance your first time.
Tease, Girl
Clip ins tend to stay in better when you tease the roots where you are placing them. This
roughing up a bit allows the hair to stay in longer, for those late
nights on the town. It also doesn’t hurt to tease the hair above
the clip in to give it some volume. This will keep the extension
from showing, since your crown will help blend it in better. A
good teasing brush is best, but a comb will do the trick just
fine.
Shine On
Sometimes extensions can be a little shiny and don’t perfectly
match the hair on your head in terms of glow. To counteract
that happening, using a little shine serum in your normal hair
should do the trick. Careful about overdoing it, as you don’t
want to appear greasy...and obviously, use it before putting
them in.
There are many great tips online for managing your clip ins, but these will give you a good head
start. Clip ins come synthetic or real, but if you can afford it, splurge on the real hair. It lasts
longer, is easy to maintain, and blends better with natural hair. Whatever you choose, enjoy
that new do girl and rock it!