Hair Extensions For Volume

Having longer hair means you can try out more gorgeous hairstyles. Sadly, even long hair can’t save you if your hair’s too thin or limp to hold up your hairdo well.

Nowadays, there are various hair treatments that you can undergo if you want to have long, flowing, voluminous hair. These treatments will give you more hair strands per hair follicle, which will give the appearance of thicker hair. However, not everyone’s lucky enough to undergo these treatments.

The perfect alternative? Using hair extensions for volume.

Using Hair Extensions for Volume

While hair extensions are mostly known to instantly extend your strands, they can also be worn to make your hair more voluminous. And if you’re unsure which hair extensions would be best for your #HairGoals, then this list is for you.

1. Clip-in Extensions

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Widely used for many reasons, Clip-in Hair Extensions are usually the first choice when choosing hair extensions. They’re very easy to apply and remove, even if you decide to go the DIY route.

You only need half an hour of additional time to have bulkier and livelier hair. It’s also a great option for beginners since you don’t need much knowledge, time, and effort in order to get the job done.

2. Tape-in Extensions

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As the name implies, Tape-in Extensions are hair extensions that use tapes to get attached to your hair. A thin strip of your hair is sandwiched in between two pieces of tape-in extensions and laid flat against your head and as close to the roots as possible.

Because tape-ins use adhesives, you can easily cut longer pieces to make them into shorter pieces, depending on where you want to apply them. This gives you enough flexibility when adding volume to your hair. They’re also much easier to hide since the tapes themselves lie flat on your scalp.

3. Halo Extensions

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Halo Hair Extensions aren’t attached to your strands in any way. Instead, it sits on a very thin and almost invisible wire that you wear on your head like a headband. Also, it only takes a minute or two to wear. You can even hide the wire underneath the top section of your hair to make it completely unnoticeable.

However, unlike the other types of extensions on this list, halos offer limited customizability. If you have thinning hair on certain portions of your head, such as the top, you won’t be able to concentrate the additional volume on just that part.

4. Ponytail Extensions

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Ponytail Hair Extensions, like the name implies, are made specifically for ponytail hairstyles. It’s a variant of the clip-in extensions that are perfect for clipping onto your own hair’s ponytail.

While the classic pony is a go-to hairstyle for many people, more volume would mean more life to your ponytail hairdo.

As you can see, there’s no need to worry about not having enough volume to pull of that dream hairstyle of yours. Thanks to hair extensions, you can instantly transform from drab to fab!

For more hair extensions tips, don’t forget to check out our Zala blog!

PUBLISHED 23RD DECEMBER 2020

Tape-In Extensions For Short Hair

We know you love your blunt bob, but you gotta admit, sometimes it can be a bit hard to style short hair. The lack of length can make your options pretty limited, so it’s understandable that you may want something a little longer every now and then.

Wondering how you can pull off various hairstyles easily and quickly with your short hair? One of the best and non-committal ways to do hair makeovers without giving up your short hair is by using tape-in hair extensions.

Why Use Tape-In Hair Extension For Short Hair

With tape-in hair extensions, you can easily pull off whatever hairdo you might want to wear for the occasion. You can have dyed hair in highlights, balayage, or even two-tone. You can have curls, braids, buns, or ponies. And you can have the freedom to play even with startling colors and unexpected cuts.

1. Easy to apply

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Tape-in hair extensions, just as its name suggests, are hair extensions with tapes at the bases of the wefts. Wearing tape-in extensions is like sandwiching a thin strip of your hair between two-inch-wide pieces.

Due to this, tape-ins are amazingly easy to apply. Putting them only takes as much as 30-45 minutes–60 if you want more volume. Removing themis also very easy with the help of our Zala Hair Extensions Solvent / Glue Remover.

2. Not damaging

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Whether it’s your hairstylist applying it on you or you wearing it on your own for everyday hair, it is difficult to damage your hair with tape-in extensions. You can even opt to wear them if your hair is recovering from too much chemical application from coloring and treatment.

3. Reusable

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You’d be glad to know that tape-in hair extensions are completely reusable. And as long as you take good care of them, you can reuse them over and over again, saving money for the long term.

4. Seamless look

Where you put your hair extensions is critical, especially if you have short hair. That’s because the difference is easier to point out if you put it in the wrong place. With tape-in extensions though, you can maximize their placement for a more seamless blending to achieve a cleaner and more natural look.

Also, because only the adhesive is found at the base, the top part of the tape-ins is as flat as tapes are expected to be. This means that the extensions lie flat against your head, helping them look more seamless.

Tips For Styling Tape-In Extensions For Short Hair

First of all, you have to make sure that the volume, length, cut, and style of your extensions blend well with your hair. Hair extensions are easier to hide if they’re only a few inches longer than your own hair, but if not, you have to employ some tricks to help hide them.

One way to blend your tape-ins is to layer them on. The bottom-most extensions should be placed an inch above the most bottom hair on your nape. It will also be best if you braid your hair above your hair into cornrows and lie them flat there.

You should also place a piece of extension each on either side of your hair partition, an inch from the top of your head. This will provide the look that your hair is voluminous from the top. The layering will also give your hair a texture that will make it look more natural.

Lastly, make sure to leave enough of your own hair on the top and the sides of your head so that the tape-ins can remain hidden.

Enjoying Your Short Hair With Extensions

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As you can see, there’s no reason why you can’t experiment with different hairstyles even with short hair.

With your new tape-in extensions, you can now style your hair into pretty curls, elegant waves, or fancy braids. The sky’s the limit!

For more hair extension tips and tricks, don’t forget to check out our Zala blog!

PUBLISHED 11TH DECEMBER 2020

Tape-In or Weave-In Extensions for My Wedding?

Your hair is an absolutely important part of your wedding day get-up. No matter how gorgeous your makeup or how stunning your dress is, an awkward hairstyle can instantly ruin your entire look.

Whether you’re planning to wear a slightly aesthetically messy chignon for your wedding party or romantic loose braids where you can insert small flowers to blend in your garden wedding, there are a plethora of hairstyles and hair accessories you can wear to complete your bridal look.

If you’re lacking the proper length and volume for your chosen style though, then don’t fret! Our hair extensions at ZALA, which come in all forms and types, are here to the rescue. In fact, in today’s article, we’ll answer the question: tape-in or weave-in extensions for my wedding?

Using Hair Extensions For Your Wedding

You don’t have to commit to a totally different hairstyle just to pull off your dream hairdo for your wedding. Hair extensions can provide you with all the freedom you need to rock different looks on your special day.

Hair extensions come in all kinds of styles, colors, lengths, materials, and modes of application. It’s important to note which ones are most compatible with your natural hair and which ones are most suitable for your chosen hairstyle.

If you’re planning on wearing hair extensions starting from your wedding until your honeymoon vacation, you might want to check out semi-permanent hair extensions. In this article, we’ll discuss two types of semi-permanent solutions: tape-in hair extensions and weave-in hair extensions.

Tape-In Hair Extensions

If you’re only planning on wearing hair extensions for the duration of the ceremony and to the afterparty, you can consider tape-in hair extensions.

Tape-in hair extensions are very easy to wear and even easier to remove. They have tapes on the base of the wefts that you attach to your strands. This allows them to stay aligned with the roots of your own hair.

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Also, because tape-ins use tapes, they can create a sleek and flat appearance that won’t look and feel bulky in your hair. This makes them ideal to use in events that last the whole day, such as a wedding. They’re also easier to conceal even for those who have a thinner or finer hair type.

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You can expect around 30 minutes to 1 hour for application. Hence, you can get them applied on the same day of your wedding, ensuring that the hair extensions are in the best condition for the event. It would be best if a hairstylist could apply them for you so that you can also avoid having to remove and reinstall them again and again if you apply them incorrectly.

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If you want to wear them longer than your special day, that’s fine as well. Tape-ins can last from 4-8 weeks depending on how well you take care of them and how long your hair has grown. We suggest using a special shampoo and conditioner, like Zala’s Froth On You Shampoo and Smooth Talker Conditioner, while you’re wearing the tape-in hair extensions to keep them in good condition. Make sure the other hair products you’re using aren’t harsh so that the glue isn’t affected.

Weave-In Hair Extensions

Weave-in hair extensions are another semi-permanent type of hair extension.

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The major difference between weave-in extensions and tape-ins is the method of application. While tape-in hair extensions are glued to the roots of your hair, weave-in hair extensions are sewed to your hair. Here at Zala, we use silicone backed beads in order to safely attach the wefts to your strands.

The only downside is that they can be quite bulky for people with thinner or finer hair. You need to have thick enough hair in order to completely hide the beads from being seen.

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You can wear weave-ins for as long as 4 months, again, depending on how you care for them. The recommended time, however, is 6-8 weeks. That’s because wearing weave-ins for too long can impact the growth of your natural hair. It may be a little difficult to DIY the application and removal, so having a professional hairstylist to apply them is the best option.

Here’s a video showing how to apply weaves from Zala!

Hair Extensions for my Wedding

Regardless of what you choose, it’s important to remember that like with your natural hair, your hair extensions will require special attention to keep them in good condition. This will help keep them usable for much longer, saving you time and money.

With these hair extensions, you’re sure to achieve your #hairgoals not only on your wedding day but also until your honeymoon trip and maybe even well after. You’re the bride, after all, and it’s your special day – own it starting with your hair!

For more hair inspiration, don’t forget to check out our ZALA blog!

PUBLISHED 23RD NOVEMBER 2020

Types of Hair Extensions at ZALA

Hair extensions are increasingly becoming the trending ‘it’ hair. That’s really no surprise–after all, they’re a fun and non-committal way to achieve that major hair makeover.

In this article, we’ll tell you all about the different types of hair extensions at ZALA and what you can achieve with them!

Clip In Hair Extensions

Clip-in Hair Extensions are the least permanent hair extensions. You can easily clip them in your hair and snap them off to remove.

As the name implies, it has clips attached to the base of wefts sewn to lace or fabric. You simply clip these extensions onto your hair. This means your hair won’t be damaged by chemicals, heat, pressure, or other potentially damaging installation methods.

ZALA’s Clip-in hair extensions are available in multiple lengths from 12 – 30 inches. They also come in more than 25 shades, varying weights, and thickness. With a multi-tone system that helps your hair blend naturally and small, sturdy clips that are light and discreet when applied, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your ZALA’s are premium-quality extensions.

Tape-In Hair Extensions

Tape-In Hair Extensions are exactly what their name says. The extensions are pre-taped and you tape them together on either side of your hair.

Tape-ins allow for easy application and removal, multiple-use, and maximization of placement options so you can achieve a natural look. In fact, you can get a full head of taped hair in under 30 minutes with no heat, glue, or painful wefts.

With the premium quality of 5A European Hair, ZALA’s tape-in hair extensions are available in more than 17 shades and there are five different lengths on hand (12, 16, 20, 22, 26”).

Halo Hair Extensions

Best suited if you have thin to medium hair type or if you have below shoulder-length hair, Halo Hair Extensions act like a headband after you section off your hair at the crown with the front sections of your hair that frame your face left out.

Available in four different lengths, more than 14 shades and transparent bands, ZALA’s halo hair extensions are that perfect once-and-for-all, quick, and invisible way of adding length and volume to your hair.

Quad Weft Clip Extensions

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If you want to thicken and extend your hair in one easy step, you can apply Quad Weft Clip-In Hair Extensions.

These extensions have four strips of hair sewn into one thick weft. This contains nearly as much hair as a full set. You just secure the clips onto your head, from ear to ear, and you instantly get a complete hair transformation of longer and thicker hair.

Made of 100% Human Remy Hair, ZALA’s double drawn extra-thick Quad Wefts are available in more than 14 shades and in lengths of either 20 or 24 inches.

Seamless Hair Extensions

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Also known as Skin Weft Extensions, Seamless Hair Extensions are applied the same way as clip-in hair extensions since they also have clips hand sewn to the silicone backing.

These extensions are designed for people who prefer lighter and thinner clip-ins, which make them very good for seamlessly blending.

Whether you buy the volumizer extensions available as 12-, 16- and 20-inch pieces or the nine-piece sets that come in either 16 or 20 inches, ZALA’s seamless hair extensions are super easy to apply and conceal.

One Piece Clip In Volumizer

One Piece Clip In Volumizers are a great way to go from flat, dull hair to flaunt volume, gloss and buoyancy in your hair.

Used for supplemental thickness, it can be worn alone if your hair is the same length as the piece. As it is a single-piece and clip-in lightweight, it is suitable for everyday use because it is easy to apply and comfortable to use.

Available in 12, 16, and 20 inches, you can pick from whether you want a Seamless, Halo, or Keratin volumizer. With also a wide range of shades to choose from, you can find the perfect ZALA volumizer for you.

Clip In Ponytail Extensions

Clip-in Ponytail Extensions are used specifically for instantly adding length and volume to your ponytail as well as your updos.

These extensions can transform your second-day hair into ponytail perfection, even if you’re just sitting there on your couch for a virtual party night with your friends or an impromptu video call with your better half.

Available in either 100% human hair or 100% keratin protein, you can get your own wrap-in ponytail extensions here at ZALA and be sure they’re comfortable, secure, and natural-looking. You can also choose from the different lengths offered (12”, 16”, 22”, 26”) and more than 14 different shades to achieve your desired style.

Balayage Clip In Hair Extensions

Balayage Clip-in Hair Extensions ensure natural blending with gorgeous ombre combinations.

ZALA listened to customers who were concerned that bleaching the lower half of their hair to create a balayage look could leave their hair damaged, dry and unhealthy. The free-hand painting highlights of a balayage hair creates a soft, natural light gradation.

Luckily for you, we have over 6 shades available in 20 & 24 inches. Use ZALA ombre clip hair extensions & create this timeless sun-kissed look instantly!

Our Balayage extensions are 100% Human Remy Hair, triple-wefted & double drawn. Available in 5-piece and 9-piece sets and in lengths of 20 and 24 inches, you will certainly find the right set for you.

Weft Bundles

Suitable for sewing straight into hair or for making wigs, ZALA Weft Bundles are triple-wefted, which makes them thicker than other wefts on the market.

Intended for professional application, they come in 33-inch-wide straight hair weaves. With a range of shades to pick from and different lengths available, you will find weft bundles at ZALA that are fit for the style you’re after.

Compared to having your hair undergo dyeing or relaxing treatment for a semi-permanent hair makeover, wearing extensions are far less damaging to your natural hair. Also, they’re easier to wear and require less commitment to one hairstyle. After all, you can undo and redo them time and time again.

As you can see, there’s a variety of types, colors, and lengths to choose from. There’s a 100% chance you’ll find the perfect hair extensions for you at ZALA.

Excited to read more about hair? Don’t forget to check out the ZALA blog!

PUBLISHED 25TH SEPTEMBER 2020

A Guide To Properly Toning Hair Extensions

Toning may not be as taxing to your strands than other harsher procedures like bleaching, but if you’re going to attempt it on your hair extensions, it’s best if you actually know what you’re doing.

In this article, we’ll show you an easy step-by-step guide to properly toning hair extensions, regardless of the type!

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Pre-toning reminders:

Use only warm or lukewarm water for rinsing your hair extensions. Hot water can damage the extensions while cold water might be ineffective at rinsing out the dirt and grime.
Make sure that the purple shampoo you’re using contains no harmful chemicals, as well as paraben and sulfate, as these can be damaging for hair extensions.
Before attempting to do this treatment to all your hair extensions, do a patch test first. If the patch doesn’t come out the way you want it, then either try another purple shampoo or use another set of hair extensions.
Doing any kind of treatment on your hair extensions will void the warranty, so make sure that this is really something you want to do before doing it.

Step-by-step toning guide

Toning hair extensions is actually a lot similar to toning your own hair, except you have to exercise more caution since the former can be more fragile than your own strands.

1. Prepare your toning solution

The first thing you need to do is to prepare your toning solution. Don’t worry, it’s easy. All you have to do is to add a couple of drops of purple shampoo to a bowl, or even your own sink, filled with lukewarm water.

2. Add in the hair extensions

Get your hair extensions set and slowly add the pieces one by one into the solution. If you’re using clip-ins, you should be fine dipping the entire thing in. But if you’re using tape-ins, remember to keep the taped part dry, away from the water.

3. Massage the strands

Gently, very gently, massage the strands under the purple water. Make sure to only keep them in the water for not more than 20 seconds. Any more and they could turn purple. Unless you want that, you should probably avoid keeping them in for far too long. This is the secret to properly toning hair extensions.

4. Use hair conditioner

Once you’re done with that step, drain your sink (or empty out your bowl) and replace it with clean, lukewarm water. This time, use a good hair conditioner specifically for hair extensions and leave it on for 5-10 minutes before rinsing. We recommend using our own ZALA Smooth Talker Conditioner for best results.

5. Rinse and dry carefully

Finally, rinse out all the conditioner from your extensions. Dry carefully on a flat towel and you’re done! Of course, it’s also best if you come back later when it’s dry and brush through each piece to make sure that they look their best.

Take note, we also have a video on our YouTube channel showing how to tone tape hair extensions. If you have tape hair extensions, you can watch that video right here:

Now, even beginners can tone their hair extensions! For more hair tips and tricks, don’t forget to check out our ZALA blog!

PUBLISHED 13TH AUGUST 2019

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