Micro Ring Hair Extensions: Everything You Need to Know
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Micro Ring Hair Extensions: Everything You Need to Know

Tyler Thompson
Tyler Thompson
7 min read

If you've ever been interested in trying micro ring hair extensions, you may have come across some conflicting information about how to use them. While there are a number of different opinions, we've put together this guide to help you better understand how to use micro rings so that you can get the best results for your look. Whether you're looking for a new style or just want some extra length and volume in your hair, using micro ring extensions is a great way to achieve either.

1. What are micro ring extensions?

Micro ring extensions are a type of hair extension that is attached to your hair with small plastic rings. The rings are very fine and are placed strategically in the hair to ensure they are completely undetectable and comfortable for you.

What's the process of micro ring extensions?

The process of using a micro ring hair extension is fairly simple. You can either go for a short style or a longer style depending on your personal preference. 

You wouldn’t want to go for anything that is too short or too long because a short style doesn’t provide you with enough volume and doesn’t give your hair enough definition. Short hairstyles usually work best for women with curly or coily hair, as they bring out just a little bit more definition to the curls. But if you’re not super curly or coily, a long hairstyle may become your best option. 

How do I know if I’m using a proper micro loop hair extension?

Once you’ve chosen your style and selected the colour, you’ll want to take a look at how your extensions are holding up. Grab your nearest mirror or someone else’s picture, and carefully examine the area. Are the rings fully encased in your hair? Are there any aspects of the extension that don’t look like they should? Examine the angle or placement of the rings as well.

2. How to choose the right colour for your micro rings

Choosing the right colour for your micro rings can be a tricky task. The best colours to choose from are the ones that match your natural lip colour. This is because if your micro rings are the same colour as your natural lip colour, they will blend in seamlessly and will not draw attention to your lips, which is the opposite of what you want. 

If your desired look includes some olive or olive-toned skin, you can’t go wrong with try-me Polynesian pop! coral ring extensions. These shades also create a bold pop of colour in unexpected places. Because they’re slightly stretchy, you can easily add them to your existing hair colour to give it some oomph.

These micro rings are an incredibly versatile product that can be used in a variety of hair colours to really give the look you want. Before you choose your colour, you can check out numerous reviews to see what other people are rocking with the products. 

You can also find variations on these micro rings in a variety of stores like Sephora which will give you an idea of which colours work best for your hair and style. Make sure to check out our guide to the best t-shirts to wear to work to help you find your style as soon as possible.

3. How long do micro rings last?

The typical lifespan of a micro ring is 6-12 months, but it really depends on how well you take care of it. If you’re not sure how to take care of your micro ring, extensions expert, Marie, has some great tips on how to prolong the life of your micro ring hair extensions: 

“If you’re cleaning it every day, it’s great because hair and dirt don’t stay in there very long,” Marie told us. “The best way to clean it is with a combination of hot and cold, rinse it every day — this helps remove any dirt build-up. Don’t use a hair comb or hairdryer.”

Use a small hair trimmer to take out any stray ends, then put a plastic bag over it to help guide anything that’s leftover to the trash (Marie says to try to squeeze anything that looks stringy out first).

To use micro rings, simply slip the ring on and ensure that it’s lined up with your hair — if it’s not, you may have to abrade it a bit so that it’s lined up properly. Pull the hairs out as close to the surface of your scalp as possible, and then gently push them back in.

4. Micro rings vs. other hair extension methods

Micro rings are the most popular hair extension method for a variety of reasons. They’re easy to apply, they’re natural-looking, and they blend well into your natural hair, making them an ideal choice for those who want to add length, volume, or colour to their hair without being obvious about it. 

You can apply a micro ring in two ways: 

Using your fingers

Using an organic hair removal brush 

Here’s some more helpful information if you’re using your fingers:

Once you’ve chosen an item to use for your hair extensions, it’s important that the product is safe for your skin and that you thoroughly clean it before and after you use it. 

Some natural products need to be shared with others like pets, children, and mould; others have ingredients that are dangerous for sensitive skin or eyes. Many clothing items have “no skin” warnings, which means they shouldn’t come into contact with skin. And don’t use an oral rejuva supplement if you have a medical condition that triggers headaches or migraines.

5. How to apply for micro rings extensions properly

When applying for micro rings extensions, it’s important to make sure that you’re using a high-quality tool. If your tool is of low quality or is dirty, it may cause damage to your natural eyebrows and facial hair. 

While you can technically use micro rings to achieve micro foreheads by creating a thin vertical line that sits below your natural eyebrows, the most effective and aesthetically pleasing solution for achieving perfect and aesthetically pleasing eyebrows is by using a styling tool that applies a matte paste. This allows the hairline to stay put and gives you longer-lasting results that’ll last well beyond the length of the hair itself.

The best options for a great-performing styling tool include the Elgato Plush Pro Pencil, the Magic+ eyebrow pencil, and the MAC pencil. We have some other brow pencils that may be of interest too, so check back to read about those options. Or, if you’d prefer to create your eyebrows with tweezers, you can read about how to use tweezers to fix herringbone eyebrows here.

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