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Want to add volume, length, or just give your hair a serious glow-up? Hair extensions are the easiest way to take your look to the next level instantly. You don’t have to wait months for growth or commit to a major cut or color. Extensions give you the freedom to switch things up anytime. There are several types of hair extensions, and each one works a little differently. The main ones include clip-in, tape-in, weft, keratin tip, I-tip, halo, and ponytail hair extensions. Some stay in for just a day, while others can last for weeks or even months with the right care. The type you choose depends on your hair type, how long you want them to last, and how much maintenance you’re up for.
Hair Extensions: Elevate Your Updo Game
Crafting a beautiful updo for a special event can be tricky without enough length or volume. Hair extensions provide an effortless way to enhance your hair, making it easier to style. Whether it’s for prom, a wedding, or an elegant evening, extensions allow you to create a gorgeous, well-blended hairstyle. From sleek buns to romantic braids and full ponytails, they offer versatility and a natural finish.
Choose the best extensions for your lifestyle with Bombay Hair.
What are Hair Extensions?
Hair extensions are added pieces of hair that blend in with your natural hair to create a fuller, longer, or more styled look. They can be made from either real human hair or synthetic fibers. Real human hair extensions give the most natural look and feel, and you can wash, style, and treat them just like your own hair. Synthetic ones tend to be cheap and don’t always hold up to heat styling or daily wear.
Extensions get attached in different ways. Some clip right in, while others are bonded or sewn into your hair. Either way, they instantly change your look without waiting for your own hair to grow.
What are the Benefits of Using Hair Extensions?
The biggest benefit of using hair extensions is the instant result you get. Whether your hair won’t grow past your shoulders or you just want extra volume for a night out, extensions give you the freedom to switch things up.
- Add instant length: You can go from short to long in minutes
- Increase volume: Especially helpful if you have naturally fine or thinning hair
- Change up your look: Try out bangs, layers, or bold colors without making it permanent
- Confidence boost: A good hair day every day just hits different
- Style flexibility: Extensions hold curls, waves, and updos beautifully
- Event-ready: Perfect for weddings, vacations, or any time you want to feel extra polished
Hair extensions aren’t just for influencers or celebrities. They’re for anyone who wants to upgrade their style without the commitment of a big chop or color change. And with so many types out there, there’s an option that fits your lifestyle.
What are the Different Types of Hair Extensions?
There are many different types of hair extensions available. Each one has its own vibe, level of maintenance, and way it’s applied:
Tape-In Hair Extensions
These come with a strip of adhesive at the top and get sandwiched between sections of your natural hair. A stylist installs them close to the roots, and they lay super flat, so they’re great if you want a natural, smooth look. Tape-ins last up to a year, and around 6 to 8 weeks per installation; then, you’ll need to have them moved up as your hair grows out. They’re semi-permanent, so you can sleep and shower with them, but you’ll want to avoid heavy oils near the roots so the tape doesn’t slip.
Clip-In Hair Extensions
This is your easiest, most low-commitment option. Clip-ins come in wefts (sections of hair) with little clips attached at the top. You just section your hair, clip them in, blend, and go. No salon visit is required. They’re perfect if you want longer or fuller hair just for the day or for a special occasion. You take them out at night, and they won’t damage your natural hair. If you’re new to extensions, this is a great place to start.
Weft Hair Extensions
Wefts are long strips of hair that a stylist attaches to your natural hair. There are a few different ways to install them, but the most common is the sew-in method, where your hair gets braided into cornrows and the wefts are sewn onto the braids. This method works best for thicker hair and gives a really full, voluminous look. There are also beaded and glued weft methods, depending on your hair type and how long you want them to stay in.
I-Tip Extensions
I-Tip extensions are individual strands of hair with a small metal tip at the top. A stylist uses a tiny bead to clamp each extension to small sections of your natural hair—no heat or glue involved. I-Tips give you lots of movement and are great if you want a lightweight, flexible option that lasts around 2 to 3 months per install. They're especially good for adding length and volume without the commitment of bonds or tape.
Choose the best extensions for your lifestyle with Bombay Hair.
Keratin Tip Extensions
Also called fusion extensions, these come with a keratin bond at the tip that gets melted and fused to your natural hair using heat. They’re basically strand-by-strand, so they blend beautifully and move naturally with your hair. These are long-lasting (up to 3–4 months per installation) but do take a few hours to install and should be done by a professional stylist. If you're all about natural movement and low-maintenance daily styling, keratin tips are worth considering.
Halo Extensions
This is one of the easiest types to wear—no clips, no glue, no salon. Halo extensions sit on your head like a headband, with a thin, invisible wire that holds the hair in place. Your natural hair covers the wire, so it looks totally seamless. You can pop it on and off in seconds, making it perfect for everyday wear or special events when you want longer, fuller hair without any fuss.
Ponytail Extensions
These are a type of clip-in extension made specifically for ponytails. They wrap around your real ponytail to add instant length and volume. If your natural ponytail feels a little meh, this will give you that dramatic, swishy, red-carpet vibe in seconds. They’re super easy to use, and since they’re temporary, you can pop them on and off whenever you want.
How Do I Choose the Right Extensions for My Hair Type?
Not all hair extensions work the same for everyone. Your natural hair texture, thickness, and length all play a big role in what will look and feel the best. Here’s how to figure out what works for you based on your hair type:
If You Have Fine or Thin Hair
Go with lightweight options like tape-in extensions or seamless clip-ins. These sit flat against your scalp and won’t pull on your roots. They blend really well without showing through your natural hair. You’ll want to avoid anything too heavy—like thick wefts or large clip-in sets—since those can be too bulky and noticeable on finer strands.
If You Have Thick Hair
Keratin tip extensions, I-tip extensions, and sew-in wefts are great because they can handle the weight and blend into thick hair easily. You’ll probably need more grams of hair than someone with fine hair to get a balanced, blended look, but the payoff is gorgeous, full volume.
If You Have Short Hair
Choose tape-ins, keratin tips, or I-tip extensions that can be applied close to the scalp. These types create a smooth transition from your shorter layers to the added length. The key is to have at least a few inches of natural hair so the extensions can be hidden properly and blend naturally.
If You Have Curly or Textured Hair
Look for extensions that match your curl pattern, whether it’s wavy, curly, or coily. Remy human hair comes in a variety of textures, and this makes all the difference in how natural the final result looks. Sew-in wefts and clip-ins work especially well if they match your natural curl, so you don’t need to straighten your hair just to make them blend.
If You Have Damaged or Fragile Hair
Stick with the gentlest options, usually clip-ins or halo extensions. These don’t require any adhesive, glue, or heat, so they won’t put extra stress on your natural hair. You can still enjoy added volume or length without risking more breakage.
If You’re Dealing with Thinning or Sparse Areas
Tape-ins are your best bet. They’re super flat and can be placed exactly where you need extra coverage. You can also use small, discreet clip-ins for fill-ins if you want a non-permanent option. Just make sure the base of the extensions is lightweight, so it doesn’t tug at your hair.
Choose the best extensions for your lifestyle with Bombay Hair.
How Are Hair Extensions Made?
Hair extensions can be made from real human hair or synthetic fibers, but not all hair is created equal. At Bombay Hair, we use 100% Remy human hair in all our extensions.
Remy hair is the absolute highest quality you can get. It’s collected with the cuticle intact, and all the strands are aligned in the same direction your natural hair grows. That makes a huge difference. Remy hair looks smooth, feels soft, blends beautifully, and doesn’t tangle easily, unlike lower-quality options where the cuticles face different directions and the strands get processed with harsh chemicals.
Synthetic hair extensions are made from various plastic fibers. They’re cheaper and can still give you a new look, but they don’t move or feel like real hair. You can’t curl or straighten most synthetic hair, and it tends to get frizzy or tangled much faster. Some synthetic blends are heat-friendly, but they still don’t hold up the same way Remy hair does.
If you want extensions that look natural, feel real, and last longer, Remy hair is the way to go.
Why Would I Need Hair Extensions?
Hair extensions give you options you just can’t get from your natural hair alone. This is especially true if you’ve been dealing with slow growth, thinning hair, or frustrating breakage.
You might want hair extensions if:
- You’ve got fine or flat hair and want more volume
- You’re growing out a bad haircut and need some length in the meantime
- You love switching up your style but don’t want to dye or cut your real hair
- You have a big event coming up and want that full-glam look
- You just feel more confident with longer, thicker hair
Whether you’re going for everyday volume or full-on drama, extensions help you get there without waiting months (or years) for your hair to catch up.
Which Types of Hair Extensions are Best For My Hair?
The right type of hair extensions depends on what you're trying to achieve and what your natural hair is like:
Best for Adding Volume: Tape-in and clip-in extensions are both great if you’re looking to add fullness. Clip-ins give you flexibility—you can pop them in for the day and take them out at night. Tape-ins offer a more seamless, semi-permanent solution.
Best for Adding Length: Keratin tip and weft extensions are your go-to here. They blend in really well and give you long, flowing hair that looks completely natural. These types stay in for weeks, so you don’t have to worry about daily styling.
Best for Length and Volume: Weft and keratin tip extensions check both boxes. They’re applied professionally and give that full, glam look that moves just like real hair because it is real hair (especially with Bombay Hair's 100% Remy hair).
Best for Thinning Hair or Fill-Ins: Tape-in extensions are lightweight and flat, so they work really well on finer hair. You can place them exactly where you need to fill in sparse areas without stressing your strands.
Best for Daily Wear Without Commitment: Halo extensions are perfect if you want length and volume fast, without any damage. You can put them on in minutes, take them off at night, and reuse them over and over.
Best for Strand-by-Strand Customization: I-Tip extensions give you flexibility and movement. They’re ideal if you want to add volume or length in specific areas and prefer a no-heat, no-glue method that blends easily with your natural hair.
Best for an Instant Ponytail: A ponytail extension is the easiest way to get a thick, long pony in seconds. Just wrap it around your natural ponytail, and you’re good to go. There’s no commitment or salon appointment needed.
Best for Adding Color Without Dyeing: Clip-ins are perfect if you want to try highlights, lowlights, or bold streaks without touching your real hair. You can add a pop of color for a night out and take it out the next day.
Choose the best extensions for your lifestyle with Bombay Hair.
Which Types of Hair Extensions Last the Longest?
If you’re looking for longevity, go with professionally installed options. Keratin tip (fusion) and I-tip extensions tend to last the longest, typically up to 3 or 4 months with good care. Weft extensions also hold up well, usually around 6 to 8 weeks before needing to be moved up. Tape-ins are next, lasting about 6 weeks. Clip-ins and ponytail extensions don’t last as long overall because you remove them daily, but they can be reused for months if you take proper care of them.
How Do I Apply My Hair Extensions?
Applying your hair extensions depends on the type you’re using. Some are DIY, while others need a stylist:
Clip-ins: These are super easy to apply. Section your hair, snap the clips in place, and blend with your natural hair. You’ll be done in minutes.
Tape-ins: These need to be applied by a stylist who sandwiches the extensions between your natural hair using adhesive tape.
Wefts: These are usually sewn into braids or attached using beads or glue. This one definitely calls for a professional stylist.
Keratin Tip: Keratin tips are applied by a professional stylist strand-by-strand using a heat tool to bond the extension to your natural hair.
I-Tip: A stylist attaches these strand-by-strand using tiny beads—no glue or heat. They clamp each extension to a small section of your natural hair for a secure, natural-looking result.
Halo: You just place the invisible wire on your head like a headband, then pull your natural hair over it to blend. That’s it. No clips, glue, or salon visit needed.
Ponytail Extensions: Just gather your hair into a ponytail, wrap the extension around it, and secure it with the built-in clip or wrap piece. Instant upgrade.
No matter which method you choose, always follow the care instructions so your extensions stay looking good and your real hair stays healthy.
Bombay Hair: Hair Extensions for Every Type of Hair
Ready for hair that turns heads? Bombay Hair makes it easy to get the voluminous, luxurious look you’ve always wanted. Every set is made with 100% Remy human hair, so it blends beautifully, feels soft, and looks completely natural. No matter your hair type or texture, we have an option that works.
