Welcome to the ultimate guide to cutting hair extensions. Whether you’re a seasoned stylist looking for a refresh or a beginner interested in achieving the perfect blend with the help of your trusty scissors. Whether it’s clip-in hair extensions or a set of professional hair extensions for a long-term makeover, eventually you’ll need to cut your favorite hair. In today’s blog, we’ll show you all the techniques to make that happen. Get ready to read everything you need to know about how to cut hair extensions, from layering to texturing.
Why cut?Benefits of trimming clip-in hair extensions
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Trimming hair extensions is a way to keep the added hair looking fresh and healthy alongside your (or your client’s) natural hair. Cutting hair extensions with proper layering can create a seamless blend and hide excess hair for a polished, natural-looking finish. In addition to that, it helps eliminate split ends and keeps your mane always looking healthy and as attractive as possible.
Blending long hair extensions with short haircuts always requires a little haircut. That’s why it’s important to know how to cut clip-in hair extensions. Let’s see together how to achieve the perfect hair extension haircut. Read all the tips and tricks from the experts to find the best technique for your look.
Preparation: Important tools and tips
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Wondering how to cut hair extensions? For best results, the first step is to make sure your hair styling kit is fully stocked. Here’s what you need:
Cutting techniques for different extension types
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Different hair extensions will obviously require different cutting techniques depending on the result you are trying to achieve. Here are some of the most popular options.
layering
Layering is one of the first steps you should take when wearing hair extensions, especially if you’re looking for a hairstyle that’s full of body, movement, and dimension. For certain types of hair extensions, such as weave-in hair extensions, layering is also a great way to reduce density and weight, focusing on hairstyles that are easy to curl for an attractive blowout.
If your hair is naturally thick and you’ve added hair extensions to add length, strategically layering can reduce the thickness of your natural hair while achieving the perfect blend for a more natural look. . Choose layers that help frame your client’s face, removing bulk while maintaining the desired effect. Are you interested in layering your hair extensions? For more information, check out our dedicated blog: How to layer your hair extensions.
thinning
Thinning is another cutting technique used to remove bulk, especially for clients with thick, dense hair with hair extensions. Start the process using thinning scissors to create ultra-fine, minimalistic layers that can add dimension to your final hairstyle in a natural way. There are many ways to thin a hairstyle with thinning shears, but depending on the desired outcome of the client and the type of hair extensions being worn, special research may be required to find techniques specific to your case. there is.
weight line cut
This type of haircut, named after the area on which the haircut focuses most, is usually observed on blunt hairstyles such as bob or lob. Performed along the edges of your hair (or your client’s hair), this technique mixes thin to blunt cuts to achieve a natural-looking finish that isn’t too heavy on the ends, giving it a sharp, flattering look. Achieve the perfect blend to keep your haircut modern yet modern. Some hairstylists prefer to use a technique called a “point cut.” This technique involves using styling scissors to snip the ends to create a feathery finish. Depending on your skills and desired results, point cuts may be a better choice than thinning scissors.
blunt cut
The blunt cut has become very popular recently, probably thanks to many celebrities who have started cursing it. It’s all the rage with edgy and elegant bob or lobs and is also seen in long hairstyles with hair extensions. To achieve a blunt cut, trim your hair at a 0 degree angle, making sure that sections of hair are in line with other sections, and that each hair is of equal length and falls into place. must be.
Blunt cuts are suitable for many types of hair extensions and create the illusion of more density and volume as the hair remains the same thickness from root to tip. Certain types of extensions, such as double-stretched hair extensions, are pre-made with this type of finish in mind and are often used for a flattering, fuller look. Cliphair’s Double Draw Hair Extensions collection is made with high-quality tresses that are easier to manage and deliver unparalleled shine, less frizz, and a long-lasting dull finish.
The secret to blending: Achieve a natural look
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It is important to blend your hair extensions. Getting a trim (or a full haircut) is just the first step. Correct styling, texturing, and (if necessary) coloring are all important steps to achieving the perfect blend. Hairstyles that feature curls, soft waves, and layers are usually great for concealing hair extensions and hiding them between your natural hair for a seamless look. want to know more? Check out our dedicated post: Cliphair Guide: How to Blend Hair Extensions.
Aftercare tips for healthy extensions
Keeping your hair and hair extensions as healthy as possible is the key to hairstyles that always wow the crowd, as is having the perfect hair extension cut, correct layers, and impeccable styling. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Cliphair hair extensions.
Use shampoo and conditioner for extensions
Use the right products when washing your hair, especially if you’re wearing professional hair extensions. Don’t settle for less and use only the best shampoos and conditioners for your hair extensions. The Quench The Thirst: Deep Moisture hair care line developed by Cliphair includes a shampoo for dry hair extensions, a conditioner for hair extensions, and a deep conditioning his hair mask for hair extensions that helps to improve the moisture level of your hair fibers. Replenishes and improves softness and elasticity. Achieve shine, manageability on both natural hair and remy hair extensions. 100% sulfate-free and paraben-free, this hair care line revitalizes dry, dehydrated hair extensions from the first use.
trim regularly
As your natural hair grows, it will need to be trimmed from time to time to keep the ends of both your hair and hair extensions full and healthy. Another good technique to get rid of those pesky flyaways and keep your hair healthy is hair dusting.
maintain a regular schedule
To maintain the maintenance of your hair extensions, schedule regular refitting appointments. Shedding, overgrown roots, and other problems caused by not attending regular hair extension fitting appointments are the main reasons why your mane looks untidy and unhealthy, as well as matted, tangled, and dry. , may cause hair damage. , more.
protect hair from heat
Always use a heat protectant spray liberally on both your natural hair and additional hair to protect your hair from heat damage. Cliphair Heat Protection Spray not only creates an invisible barrier on your hair to protect it from heat damage, but also strengthens your hair strands by repairing disulfide sulfur bonds in your strands, without stressing your hair. Designed to protect from heat.
Troubleshooting common cutting mistakes
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Oops! We’ve all been there. Are your layers choppy, uneven lengths, or cut a little too much? Here’s how to fix common mistakes.
talk to client
Be honest, apologize, and let’s work it out together. It is very important to keep your customers informed about what you are doing. If you make a mistake, have an honest conversation with your customer and find a middle ground that works for both parties.
Consult with a more experienced colleague
If you work in a salon, ask your older colleagues for advice and find a solution that will allow you to hide your mistakes while still keeping your customers happy.
Hide with hair extensions
If you make a mistake when cutting your client’s natural hair before applying hair extensions, you may be able to successfully blend and hide it by using the Remy hair extensions that the client requested.
For more information on how to deal with haircut mistakes, check out our dedicated blog here – Top Tips: How to Fix a Bad Haircut.
Conclusion:
Are you ready to cut your hair with hair extensions? With the right tools and techniques, you can easily achieve the perfect blend in your haircut. Layers, blunt cuts, thinning hair…the options are many! Explore our collection of professional hair extensions to find the perfect clip-in hair extensions to give your clients a long-term makeover or a temporary makeover for special occasions.
