SEATTLE HAIR EXTENSIONS @_westside_style_
CHOOSING YOUR METHOD

PROS & CONS OF ALL EXTENSION TYPES

Each method has strengths — here's how to decide what's right for you.

KERATIN BOND EXTENSIONS

PROS

✓ Most natural movement — individual bonds move independently like your own hair

✓ Longest wear time — 4-6 months before removal

✓ Least maintenance — no appointments for months

✓ Hair can be reused 2-3 times if still in good condition

✓ Virtually undetectable — bonds are tiny and blend seamlessly

CONS

✗ Longest installation time — 3-5 hours

✗ Best for medium to thick hair — not ideal for very fine hair

✗ Higher initial cost due to time-intensive application

✗ Requires professional removal — never DIY

HAND-SEWN WEFTS

PROS

✓ Perfect for fine to thick hair — incredibly lightweight and flat

✓ Volume without bulk — adds fullness without heavy weight

✓ Hair lasts 1 year or more — reused at every move-up

✓ Invisible in updos — rows stay completely hidden

✓ Customizable — start with fewer rows, add more later

CONS

✗ Requires move-ups every 6-8 weeks

✗ More frequent appointments than keratin bonds

✗ Move-up costs add up over time

TAPE-IN EXTENSIONS

PROS

✓ Fastest installation — 1-2 hours

✓ Lightweight and gentle on fine hair

✓ Quick re-tapes — maintenance is fast and easy

✓ Hair can be reused 6-8 months before replacement

✓ Lower commitment — easy to remove if you want a break

CONS

✗ Requires re-tapes every 6-8 weeks

✗ Must avoid oil-based products completely

✗ Can slip if product restrictions aren't followed

✗ Not ideal for very oily scalps

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