Professionals’ basic guide to I-Tip hair extensions

Tape-in and weft extensions are well-known, but another type is just as good. This is the I-tip hair extension.

The I-tip extension has all the best parts of other extensions. It uses no glue and no heat. It is hidden well. You can wear a ponytail. It is easy to take out.

If you do not know about I-tips or need to learn more about this extension, this information will explain everything.

Professionals’ basic guide to I-Tip hair extensions

What are I-tip hair extensions?

People use different names for I-tip extensions, like microbead extensions, micro-link extensions, stick tip extensions, or cold fusion extensions. All these names mean the same kind of extension. They use small beads to keep each hair strand from moving.

Other extensions, called wefts, join hair together in a wide line. I-tips work differently to add volume. Hair stylists put in each I-tip strand by strand. This makes the hair move naturally in any direction.

i-tip hair extensions

Advantages of I-tip hair extensions

i-tip hair extensions

Step-by-step guide on I-tip hair extensions

How to install I-tip hair extensions

Follow these steps for the installation:

1. Divide the hair: Use a Quick Pick to divide the hair into a T-shape. This makes one big section in the back and two equal sections on the sides.
2. Attach the bead: Put the Quick Change Anchor onto the small loop at the bottom. Then, put the Quick Change Beads on the anchor.
3. Take a small piece of hair: Separate a square piece of your hair. This piece should be about $1/4$ inch by $1/4$ inch. It must be the same thickness as the extension strand.
4. Put hair through the loop: Slide a bead up and thread it onto the small piece of hair.
5. Add the extension: Put the extension strand inside the bead. Make sure your hair is hanging straight down.
6. Fix the extension: Use the Hair Extension Tool to clamp the bead closed. This keeps the extension secure.
7. Start a new section: The rows of extensions should be about $3/4$ inch to $1$ inch apart if your hair is thin. If your hair is medium or thick, the rows should be $1/2$ inch apart.
8. Continue: Keep repeating these steps. Work upwards in rows that go across your head until you reach the top area (the crown). Do this until your natural hair is covered well.

I-tip before and after

i-tip hair extensions before and after

Tips for maintain I-tip hair extensions

If you take good care of your I-tips, they will stay shiny like when you first got them.

To keep the oil on your scalp, do not wash your hair too often. Do not put conditioner near where the extension is attached, as this can make products build up.

Never sleep with your hair wet. Before you sleep, tie your hair in a loose ponytail or a braid. A silk pillowcase can help stop your hair from getting caught on cotton sheets. If you use a curling iron, check that it is safe for extensions. Do not set the temperature higher than $300°F$.

If you like to exercise, like doing yoga or running, you must protect your I-tips. Sweating can make the extensions dry and cause minerals to build up. After you exercise, you must gently wash and brush your hair.

Summer activities can also damage your hair. Chlorine, salt, sunscreen, and tanning products can change your hair color. To stop this, mix a small amount of deep conditioning mask with water. Put this mixture gently on the hair from the middle down to the ends. Using a spray bottle is best for this.

Summing up

In summary, I-Tip extensions can greatly change natural hair. They give your clients more volume, length, or a new style. They do not need much heat or chemicals. I-tips are good because you can use them in many ways, and they last a long time. Consider if your customers’ natural hair is healthy. Talk to our professional team to get the best result when you choose hair extensions.