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According to data sourced from Fortune Business Insights website, in 2020, the global hair extension market was estimated to be USD 2.35 billion. It is expected to rise from it’s estimated USD 2.3 billion in 2021 to USD 3.43 billion in 2028 with a CAGR of 5.3% between 2012-2028. The anticipated high rise is attributed to people’s consciousness about their hairstyle and appearance.
While it is good to get hair extensions, it is also absolutely necessary to abide by the rules governing the proper usage of hair extensions. Just like Ernest Agyemang once said that “everybody can do something. Anyone can do anything, but it takes an understanding of real freedom to know do’s and don’ts and the essence of do's and don’ts .”
To avoid enriching the already lucrative hair extension market by your regular and unnecessary purchase due to your inappropriate use of your Tape in extensions, it is important you adhere to the rules governing the proper usage of hair extensions that will be highlighted later on as you keep reading.

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Interesting facts about hair extensions

· It is interesting to know that the quest for adding length and volume to one’s hair have been on for thousands of years. Did you know that the first documented usage of hair extension happened in Egypt, Circa in 3400BC? The hair extensions they used were made of human hair and sheep’s wools that have been dyed.
· In the olden days, things like resin and beeswax were the only available option for attaching extensions to a woman’s hair in contrast to the modern way of attaching extensions through the use of clip ins, needle and thread, tapes, keratin bonds, and other integration techniques.
· In Egypt, during the time of Cleopatra, the reign of extensions became popularised. Cleopatra favourite colour of extension is said to be peacock blue.
· In the traditional European and American culture, powdered wigs and extensions were a symbol of good health a d power.
· Hair extensions got recognised in the West after king Louis XIV suffered from hair loss and a wig had to be designed for him in the 1600s.
·The hair industry is a very lucrative one worth billions of dollars.
·About 50% of the human hair used for wigs and extensions are gotten from Indian and Chinese people. When people in these countries pay religious visits to temples, line the Venkateswara Temple in India, their hairs get shaved and the temples sell them off at auctions.
·You can make as much as £1,500 from the sales of your natural blonde hair and other types of healthy natural hair. Selling your overgrown hair is an easy way of making cool money.

Do's of hair extensions

-Do be prepared to add to your “get ready” time. Be aware that it takes time to dry and comb your extension. You should create time for this so as to avoid stepping out with an untidy hair.
-When your hair gets dirty, do remember to wash it gently. Use a mild hair shampoo and conditioner to wash your hair extensions.
-Be careful when combing and detangling your hair extensions. You should start from the tip and then proceed upwards while detangling hair strands. Always brush your hair extensions with downward strokes. This will help reduce the amount of hair shedding.
-Do get the right maintenance kit for your hair extensions.
-Be prepared to get quality hair extensions. You can save up to get one or more from premium hair extensions UK. A luxury hair extension can cost £1,000 and above.
-Be ready to pay a hairstylist to help you install and remove your extensions every 6-8 weeks.
-Be ready to care for your extensions the same way you will care for your own natural hair.
-To reduce the amount of heat on your hair extension, you can use a heat protectant to avoid hair damage due to excess heat.
-You can keep your hair moisturized by using leave-in conditioner on them. Avoid using it excessively so that your hair won’t be greasy.
-Always go around with a hairbrush to help keep your hair in place and tangle-free.
-When going for a swim, wear a swimming cap. Do not let the chlorine from the water to get absorbed in your hair extension.

Don’ts of hair extensions

-Do not overuse oily products. Anything greasy, when overly used will weaken the bond used on the extension. Your hairspray should be made of lightweight formulas.
-Avoid using very hot appliances on your hair extension, like flat iron. Remember, it is a hair and it can get burnt just like your natural hair. Your curling iron when in use, should not be higher than 380°.
-Do not wash your hair thoroughly or aggressively. Do not add excess shampoo to your hair. Make sure your conditioner is not added to the base of your extensions.
-Do not use any random brush on your hair extension, it could damage your hair. A detangling brush or loop brush is a suitable option.
-Do not sleep with your clip-in hair extensions still on. Remove it before going to bed. Sleeping with them can cause your hair to get tangled and it could cause your hair clips to get damaged. For extensions that are sewn in, you should wear a hair bonnet or silk scarf while sleeping to prevent it from getting roughed up.
-Avoid going to bed with a wet hair extension.-Do not leave your Tape in extensions UK lying around carelessly, store them properly to prevent tangling and damage.
-Do not keep your sweaty hair in an enclosed space. Leave it in an open space for it to dry.
-Avoid any hair product that have sulphate and alcohol as its active ingredients like a plague. You can check the body of the bottle for this information. They render bare the  natural oils present in your hair extension.

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