Hair Extensions & Additions Flashcards

A client with very fine, fragile natural hair seeking added length and volume is best suited for which type of extension?

Answer: Lightweight tape-in or clip-in extensions

Tape-in and clip-in extensions distribute weight more evenly and create less tension per attachment point, making them the safest choice for clients with fine or fragile hair.

Which statement about synthetic hair extensions is accurate?

Answer: They cannot be permanently colored and most cannot tolerate high heat styling

Synthetic fibers are made from plastic polymers that are damaged by high heat and do not accept permanent hair color, limiting their styling versatility compared to human hair extensions.

When color-matching extension hair to a client's natural hair, what is the recommended approach for the most seamless blend?

Answer: Match to the mid-shaft or overall dominant tone of the client's hair

Matching extension color to the mid-shaft ensures the most natural blend since the mid-shaft reflects the hair's primary, most visible tone — neither the darkest root nor the lightest tip.

What makes hand-tied weft extensions a preferred option for clients with fine or thin hair?

Answer: They are extremely thin and flat, creating minimal bulk at the attachment site

Hand-tied wefts are constructed by individually tying strands together rather than machine-stitching, resulting in a very thin, flat weft that lies flush against the head with little to no bulk.

Hot keratin fusion extensions are properly removed by:

Answer: Applying a fusion heat wand to soften the bond, then using bond remover solution and pliers

Keratin bonds are softened by reapplying targeted heat with the fusion wand, then a professional bond remover solution is applied and the softened bond is slid off using pliers — minimizing damage to the natural hair.

What is the recommended washing guideline for clients who have hair extensions installed?

Answer: Wash 1–2 times per week using a sulfate-free shampoo, focusing on the scalp

Washing 1–2 times per week with sulfate-free shampoo keeps the scalp clean without stripping the extension bonds or drying out the extension hair, prolonging wear time and maintaining hair health.

Which extension method uses a machine-sewn weft attached to beaded rows of natural hair that are secured using small silicone-lined beads — with NO braiding or glue required?

Answer: Beaded weft (braidless sew-in) extensions

Beaded weft (also called braidless sew-in) extensions use rows of micro-beads clamped into the natural hair to create a foundation, and then machine wefts are sewn onto these bead rows — eliminating the need for braiding or adhesive.