The use of hair extensions for having long hair has got farther popularity after a number of famous film stars have used hair extensions in various movie roles. Hair extenders are indeed a great way to create long haired look in an instant.

After the introduction of clip-on extensions recently, more and more women are taking advantage of hair extensions.

Different materials are used for making . It could be made using only human hair, it could be completely synthetic, or it could be a mixture human, synthetic and animal hair. These hair extensions are available in all colours possible, in different texture and length.

The process of applying hair extension involves placing the hair extension on the parting of a small section of hair and then the hair is criss-crossed over the extension. Then, the real hair and the hair extension are then tightly plaited or braided together and then painted with a bonding solution. A heated clam melts the solution sealing the extension around the hair. This process is called "heat sealing".

You should get hair extensions attached only by a professional hairdresser or a hair expert. The process of attaching hair extension is quite difficult as well risky. You should never try to do it by yourself. You may find the process difficult to handle, or you might end up with hair having uneven overall or even cause damage to your hair.

Hair extensions could be washed and treated in similar fashion to normal hair. With normal wash and wear, these hair extensions tend to wear out. The extensions would be affected by the growth of natural hair. To ensure long life to hair extensions, it would be desirable to use high quality gentle hair care products.

The hair experts could remove these hair extensions, or you could do it at home if you take proper care. It would require twisting the tiny braided attachment and then gently snapping seal and removing from hair.

There are a few advantages of use hair extensions.

1.By using hair extensions, you may sport a new look instantly and these extensions are quite easy to maintain too.

2.It is quite easy to change your look whenever you desire. You always know that style of long hair would not last for long.

3.You will not have to spend much time and energy for growing long hair.

Like any other good things, hair extensions have a few disadvantages too. It is possible that your hair might get damaged by application of hair extender because of burning and splitting the ends of your hair. Using a lot of heavy hair extension would provide additional pressure to your scalp. Such extra pressure on the scalp could cause thinning of your natural hair.

Therefore, before using hair extension you should consider all the pros and cons before taking your decision.