Great Lengths Hair Extensions by Willow Hair

Frequently Asked Questions about great lengths hair extensions

Q: How long will my new great lengths hair extensions last?

A: The length of time the hair extensions will last is dependent on how fast your own hair grows. The average rate of growth is 1 cm per month, which means that the hair extensions will normally need to be re-done every four months.

Q: Is it painful to have the extensions attached to my hair?

A: No, it is not painful to attach the hair extensions, although a slight itchiness may be felt in the next one or two days subsequent to the procedure.

Q: Can I wash and brush my hair as normal?

A: Yes, you can maintain you hair in exactly the same way you would normally, although a flat soft bristle brush is recommended for brushing your hair. Although it is recommended that you use special professional shampoos and conditioners to maintain your extensions. However, it is recommended that you put your hair in a loose plait at night to stop the hair from tangling whilst you are asleep.

Q: Can my new hair extensions be styled in the normal manner?

A: Yes, as long as you keep the curling tongs, straightening irons, heated rollers or round brush at an adequate distance from the bonds of the extensions you can style your hair in the normal fashion

Q: Is the hair used in the process real human hair or monofibre?

A: All the great lengths hair extensions are a 100% human hair.

Q: Do the great lengths hair extensions damage my own hair; what condition will my own hair be in after the removal of the extensions?

A: No, the hair extensions actually protect your own hair and allow it to grow. A few hairs may be lost if too heavy a hair extension is used for fine hair. After the removal of the hair extensions your hair will be in the same condition as when they were attached,

Q: How long does the process of attaching the hair extensions take?

A: The application usually takes between six and eight hours – depending on the number of strands attached.

Q: Natural hair is made up different colour strands giving it secondary hues, will the colour of the hair extensions match this subtle blending of colours?

A: The hair strands can be custom blended by Great Lengths if a sample of your own hair is provided for them to match. However, there are already 50 different colours and shades to choose from.

Q: My own hair has been permanently waved, will the hair extensions match the curl in my hair?

A: The curl and texture of your hair can normally be matched as the hair extension come in a wide variety of permed and relaxed forms.