Tape-in hair extensions are the most favored methods for thickening and lengthening hair because they offer an easy application.
The most significant advantage is that they are lightweight, the least damaging, and suitable for all hair types, from fine to thick.
At Haste, you can find a variety of colors and lengths to customize your color or use as is.
How Do Tape-In Extensions Work?
Tapes are permanent hair extensions formulated of an expansive weft of hair attached at the top with sticky tape adhered to the hair.
The tape adhesive used in the hair add-ons is a mild medical glue similar to plasters. The adhesive part is covered with a paper tab that we can easily peel away.
You can remove and re-tape the sticky take for ease of use. The tape-in hair extensions you find in various colors and lengths; we can cut them into smaller pieces.
We can give you a modest highlight effect with the smaller hair pieces.
Application at Haste Hair
We apply the hair extensions with tape to your hair using two wefts sandwiched with your hair in between. We ensure the slices of your hair are more diminutive in width between the tapes to prevent stray hairs from hanging out.
Furthermore, we ensure that the hair is the same thickness as the tape to hold the weight of your extension. By mimicking the strand’s weight and the weft, it prevents causing damage or hair pulling.
We will place the tapes for a natural finish depending on the look you want.
Tape Hair Extension Process
When considering having tape hair extensions done, your natural hair needs to be at least four to five inches long.
If your hair is shorter, it becomes difficult to blend in the extensions, so the longer the hair, the better the tape-in hair add-on will blend in.
Fitting a hair extension is quite technical, and when fitted poorly, the weaves start to slip or do not blend with the natural hair, looking uneven.
Once we complete your extensions, the notable thing is that once they are fitted, you will be able to feel the tape. Yet, you get used to them after a few days and will not even notice they are there.
We provide a perfect application you will love and will look beautiful and comfortable with them.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Tape-In Extensions
As with any hair extension, there are pros and cons to consider. Our table below summarizes them.
| Advantages of Tape-In Extensions | Disadvantages of Tape-In Extension |
| No hair damage and lightweight | Not suitable if you wear your hair up |
| Works on all types of hair | A bit tricky if you want to re-use them |
| Applying them is quick and easy | Not ideal for naturally oily hair |
Tape-In Hair Extensions For All Hair Types
The fantastic thing about tape-in hair extensions is that they adapt to most hair types, especially fine hair, and are also great for concealing gray hair.
Furthermore, we do not recommend them for naturally oily hair as they will cause the tape to slip. Still, they are suitable for thin hair as they lay flat and give you a natural, seamless look.
When you visit us for a hair extension consultation, we can help you choose the one you need. Our extension specialist will advise you on how much hair is required to achieve the best results.
We typically recommend 100 grams of hair when doing a full head, but the amount needed depends on how thick your hair is. As with all extensions, the required amount depends on how thick your hair is and how much volume you want to add.
For instance, with a consultation, we will determine if you have thick hair, which might be 250 grams to 300 grams.
Book an appointment with us so that we can provide you with a more realistic idea.
5 Tips For Healthier Hair Extensions
1. Sleeping With Hair Extensions
You can easily care for your extension by giving your hair loads of care before bedtime. We recommend loosely braiding the hair as it can get knotted or tangled easily.
A loose braid prevents the hair strands from rubbing against one another. You should also sleep on a silk pillowcase, which provides a low-friction surface that prevents tugging, breakage, or pulling.
2. Deep Moisture Hair Add-Ons
Refrain from settling for less when washing your hair, even with extensions.
With every wash, restore your tresses’ moisture levels using specially made products like a sulfate—and paraben-free shampoo, conditioner, and hair mask.
The Kerastase brand is an excellent product that gently cleanses the hair and scalp, leaving a non-sticky lather while replenishing your tresses.
Another benefit is that these products do not harm the tape attached to your hair, as they contain no harmful chemicals.
Also, separate any knots you find by using your fingers and checking each tape row to ensure the hair is not caught up with another extension. Brush your hair in the morning and night.
3. Protect Your Extensions From Heat
You can style extensions, but it is essential to use a heat-protectant product before styling to prevent them from breaking and drying out. Natural hair extensions need loads of moisture.
4. Removing Hair Extensions
If the time comes to remove the tape-in hair extensions, we use a liquid solution with a gentle oil base to loosen the tapes.
We do not recommend strong acetone removers, as they irritate your scalp. An oil-based remover is kinder to your hair and skin.
We will spray the solution on the tab and leave it for a few seconds until it loosens. We will gently remove the tape and use a pintail comb to pry it open if it is too stubborn to remove.
We will repeat the process until all the extensions are removed.
5. Have Regular Root Touch-Ups
If you have colored your hair and extensions, you can still have root touch-ups done, as we do not place the tapes near your hairline, allowing us to touch up the roots.
We also recommend removing the tape every three months and advise having an all-over color before applying it again.
Reusing Tape-In Extensions
It is possible to have your hair extensions re-taped, as the old tape on the weft will come off during the removal. However, the old residue must be removed before re-taping.
It would be best if you used the same oil-based spray and your nails to peel off the remaining adhesive. Running it under water also helps.
Once the tapes are removed, you must wash the hair to rehydrate it. You can re-tape them when dry using a new pack of sticky tabs.
You will peel off the tab from the plastic sheet and apply it onto the sticky side where you removed the residue. Leave the seal intact until you want to use your tapes again.
The tabs are double-sided, so you must apply them twice, one side to the extension and the other to the hair.
Misunderstandings About Tape-In Hair Extensions
When it comes to hair extensions, you can find many misunderstandings about using them. Here are some answers to rectify those misunderstandings.
1. Tape–In Hair Extensions Can Ruine Your Hair
Tape-in extensions do not damage your hair when you care for them well and have them professionally fitted and removed. The biggest problem is when you do not take care of them properly.
When you try to remove them yourself and do not use the proper tape remover, the bonds do not break correctly, resulting in problems when you remove them. Using excessive force also adds stress to the hair and results in damage.
2. Extensions Help Hair Grow Faster
Extensions do not help your hair grow faster, but many believe they do. We have a way of measuring how fast your hair grows, but the tape at the roots allows you to see how the hair has grown.
How quickly your hair grows will depend on many things, from your genes to what you eat. This will answer your question about whether your hair still grows with extensions. Your hair continues to grow regularly and will not affect it.
3. Hair Extensions Do Not Last Long
Tape-in extensions can last long but must be removed and reinstalled after six to eight weeks. The length of the extension also depends on hair growth, which causes it to slip down and start to show gaps.
With more room between the root and extension, they start to tangle and can get stuck between the other extensions. For this reason, we recommend that our clients have a maintenance check every four weeks.
Natural hair extensions can last up to 12 weeks or longer when you look after them.
Wrap-Up: Tape-In Hair Extensions
With tape-in hair extensions, you get a versatile and seamless solution to add length and volume to your hair.
These extensions cause minimal damage as they are lightweight and suitable for different hair types. With proper application and care, your extensions can last for weeks.
Furthermore, they offer a natural look, but it is best to consult with one of our professional stylists for the best fit and correct aftercare.
Book an appointment with us to experience the benefits firsthand and get personalized advice on what will work best for your hair.
FAQ
How long do tap-in hair extensions last?
The tape-in extension can last up to eight weeks but can last longer depending on how you care for them.
Can you wash tape-in extensions?
Yes, you can wash the tape-in extensions of natural hair, but wait at least 48 hours after your fitting.
Can you swim with your tape-in extensions?
Your tape-in extensions are waterproof so that you can swim with them. The tape does not slip off, and the color does not fade.
Will extensions taped in easily fall out?
If you have taped-in extensions installed by a professional, they will not fall out. However, they will loosen if you keep pulling at them and can slip as your hair grows.
