How to Glue Hair

Last Updated: October 6, 2021

Hair extensions are a great way to change your look. Extensions can add volume or length to your natural hair instantly. A number of methods exist to apply hair extensions, one of which involves bonding glue. Bonding glues are mostly keratin or wax-based products, and acetone (nail polish remover) isn't required to remove it. Using bonding glue is considered to be one of the most effective methods because it's safe and lasts longer (up to 6 months) � and you can do it at home. The following information will provide you with the tips you need to glue in hair extensions.

Method 1

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Gluing First Hair Extension

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Shampoo your hair. Don't use conditioner before gluing hair extensions because the bonding glue won't work well if your hair is greasy.^{[1]
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Make sure your hair is dry.

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Part your hair horizontally 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the nape of your neck.^{[2]
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Clip or tie the rest of your hair.
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Measure the width of the hair extension to your scalp.
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Cut the extension to the width and length you desire.
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Apply a small bead of bonding glue on the extension. Use only a small bead of glue; more glue will cause a mess and may damage your own hair, while making it difficult to remove the extensions later.^{[3]
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Place the extension along the parted hair-line. Do not place the extension directly on the scalp, but rather the roots.^{[4]
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Press on the extension for 30 seconds. Press the extension from one side of your head to the other.
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Blow dry the new extension on low speed. This speeds up the drying process and creates a strong bond.^{[5]
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Method 2

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Adding Additional Layers

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Section off another 1 inch (2.5 cm) layer of hair.
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Repeat cutting, gluing and drying.
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Add up to 4 layers.
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Comb when done.

Community Q&A

Question

Can I use super glue for hair?

Blase Sylvester

Community Answer

No. Do not use super glue on any part of the body.
Question

Can hair glue be used on braids?

Community Answer

Yes.
Question

Is it safe to apply weave bonding glue to braids?

Blase Sylvester

Community Answer

No, as it might cause breakage to your hair upon removal.