Can you get hair extensions if you have thin hair?
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Quick answer
Yes some thin hair clients can wear extensions but the method must be lightweight and fitted carefully. The safest plan depends on density around the crown and sides current shedding scalp comfort and whether your hair can support the weight.
My hair is quite thin. Can I still get extensions or will they damage it?
Some thin hair clients can wear extensions safely but it has to be planned carefully. We check density around the crown sides and hairline first. If the hair is too fragile or shedding heavily we may advise treatment before fitting anything.
Which method is usually safest for fine hair?
There is no one answer. Lighter tape-ins can work for some clients. Carefully spaced micro rings can work for others. Clip-ins can be useful for occasional wear but can pull if they are too heavy. The key is weight placement.
I don't want the extensions to show.
That is why consultation matters. Thin hair can expose bonds if the placement is wrong. We look at where your hair naturally parts and moves so the attachments sit discreetly and the result looks natural.
What should I do next?
Book a hair extensions consultation at Hector's Mortlake. Bring photos of the result you want and tell us about colour history shedding medication or scalp sensitivity. We will recommend the safest route even if that means waiting before fitting.
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