Disadvantages of Hair Extensions (2)
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There is also some significant pain that can accompany hair extensions, especially the kinds that are sewn in as the hair is braided so tightly that it literally pulls your eyes back and makes you look like you had a facelift. Then, the hair extensions are sewn into the braids, and that can lead to excruciating headaches as well as itching. I am prone to migraines, so it was not a good choice for me. How many times have you seen someone with a weave fiercely tapping on their head? That's their way of "scratching" what is almost impossible to scratch.
You can also experience an allergic reaction from the chemicals in the glue, which will add to discomfort. So, it really is a gamble, like bleaching your hair. It looks great, but the irreversible damage and pain that comes along with it may not even seem worth it in the long run, especially if you go into the process with hair that has been damaged and that is why you are seeking the new lengths.
Let me add one more thing to this whole hair extensions situation: while professionals can often make your new hair blend very well with your own hair, there may be times where you will be left with unsightly tracks, meaning people can see your hair is not real. If done improperly, the extensions can randomly fall out, piece by piece, at the most inopportune times and you may have to explain to whomever you're seeing, if it is a new person, why their hands do not easily glide through your hair.
To stay safe, check out clip-in hair extensions that can be put in and taken out without any real pain and can give you a taste of long hair. They may very well help with the transition from short to long as well as even out any damaged hair you may have gotten. They can also be done at home or by a friend, and if you buy human hair, which is truly the best hair on the market, you can get a feel for what it is like in terms of maintenance and styling.
But if you are eager to get extensions, make sure that you get the best stylist possible and spare no expense. This is an investment that should not be taken lightly. Good luck!
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See also:
Hair Extensions Q&A
The Different Types of Hair Extensions
How to Take Care of Hair Extensions