Do you enjoy experimenting with new styles, or have a lifestyle that requires you to change or wash your hair often, or do you just want to try extensions to see if you’ll like them? Clip-ins may be a great option for you.
What exactly are they
Clip-in hair extensions are pre-measured and cut sections of weft hair that have clips attached to them and enable wearers to easily install and remove them, giving them the flexibility to change the length, color, thickness, volume, or style with ease, and in a short time. Packages generally contain 9-10 wefts.
Clip-ins are temporary extensions that are available in human and synthetic hair types. These extensions are beginner-friendly and popular because they provide a quick and convenient way to change your hairstyle without the commitment of more permanent extensions. But wait, they’re not temporary “forever”. You also have the option to remove the clips and sew them in or use a micro-link technique to secure them to your hair and lengthen your wear time.
Benefits
Let’s examine how you can benefit from some key features of clip-in hair extensions:
- Clips: The clips are small and simple to use, allowing you to secure the extensions to your natural hair quickly and easily. With high-quality wefts and proper installation, clips are not visible and should cause no discomfort.
- Versatility: Their versatility makes them an excellent choice for special occasions, events, or when you want to change your look without a long-term commitment, as they can be added or removed in a matter of minutes.
- Variety: You’ll never run out of options as they come in various lengths, textures, and colors freeing you to be selective and find the style that best matches your natural hair or experiment with a completely different look as often as you would like.
- Ease of use: They are great for beginners and easy on the budget as they don’t require professional application. Many people find it easy to install and remove them by themselves.
- No damage: When compared to other installation methods, clip-ins are considered low-risk in terms of potential damage. They don’t require adhesives or heat thus reducing the risk of harm to your natural hair.
- Temporary solution: In comparison to other installation methods, clip-ins are a temporary solution because you can wear them when you want and remove them when you’re done. Other methods may require professional installation and can stay in for weeks or months at a time.
As with all things, while clip-in extensions are generally safe and convenient, improper application or misuse can damage your natural hair or scalp. It’s important to read and abide by the instructions provided by the manufacturer and to take care when attaching and removing the extensions.
Additionally, if you’re considering using clip-in hair extensions, be sure to match the color and texture of the extensions to your natural hair for a more seamless and natural look.
Considerations
Clip-in hair extensions have many advantages, however be sure to consider some potential drawbacks or cons:
- Temporary nature: If you would like a hairstyle that lasts for several weeks or months without removal, clip-ins are not the ideal choice for you.
- Time-consuming application: While clip-ins are generally easy to apply, beginners or persons who prefer low-maintenance styles may find attaching a full set of extensions time-consuming.
- Possible damage with improper use: Although clipping in extensions is considered less damaging than some other application methods, improper application or removal can still cause damage to your natural hair or scalp. Pulling or tugging at your hair during attachment or removal may lead to breakage, so it’s crucial to handle them gently.
- Bulkiness or visibility: If not applied correctly, those seeking a natural look may find they feel bulky or they may be visible. For a seamless appearance, it’s important to distribute the extensions evenly and conceal them.
- Limited styling options: While clip-ins allow for a variety of styles, they may require the help of a professional who specializes in these types of styles or for you to develop more advanced styling skills to do elaborate updos or intricate braids.
- Potential for slippage: Clip-ins may shift or slip, especially if not secured properly. If the clips are not positioned well in the hair, or during activities that involve a lot of movement this can be a concern.
- Quality variation: As with all hair extensions the quality can vary, and lower-quality products are more likely to tangle, shed, or lose their shape more quickly. More expensive extensions may have a higher upfront cost, however, for a more natural and durable look, the investment is well worth it in the end.
- Cost: While clip-ins are at the lower end as it relates to cost, high-quality, natural-looking extensions can still have a higher price.
Despite these potential drawbacks, many people find the temporary use of clip-in hair extensions to be a convenient and versatile option for enhancing their hairstyles. Proper care, application, and removal techniques can minimize some of the potential challenges associated with clip-in extensions.
