How to Apply Hot Fusion Hair Extensions

Last Updated: July 30, 2020

The extensions are attached one by one, stuck with the keratin melted a few millimeters from the root of real hair. The extensions last for about six months. This type of installation doesn’t damage your hair, if it is done by a professional.

Steps

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To install the extensions, your hair should be 5 inches (12.7 cm) minimum so that the attachment points are visible. The extensions are applied 5 mm from the scalp.
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Make the Preparation rows.
- Select a thin strand of hair using the tail of the comb.^{[1]
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- Insert the lock of hair in the template circle to protect the scalp.^{[2]
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- Use hot extension iron to heat the pre-tipped extensions to natural hair, your hair is fixed to the original lock expansion on heating point of keratin.^{[3]
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When the keratin is not transparent, it is rolled between your fingers so the extension and natural hair is uniform.
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Repeat the same steps to put the locks one by one across the head.
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In the end, the hair is brushed lightly to blend so harmoniously with the natural hair extensions^{[4]
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Community Q&A

Question

Do I have to heat the keratin first, before applying them to my hair?

Community Answer

No. You have to hold the extensions against your hair and then apply the heat. Heating the keratin on the hair creates a bond that attaches it. You then roll the extension to secure it.
Question

Can I put my hair extensions in myself?

Community Answer

Yes, but you will need a lot of mirrors and a lot of time. Plan on an hour and a half to two hours for every 50 you're applying if you're working alone.
Question

Can I apply these extensions with a flat iron if I don't have the tool?

Community Answer

Yes, but it's very tedious.