How to scrunch medium length hair

They don't look fake. Tape-in extensions really do look like your own natural head of hair. My proof? I've been wearing extensions for years, and I have friends and colleagues who don't believe me when I tell them. The bonds lie completely flat against the head and are so comfortable, I often forget about them completely—that is, until I catch a glimpse of my long, thick ponytail in the mirror (yup, you can even wear a ponytail). But keep in mind that not all hair is created equal. Matching hair density, texture, thickness, and color is critical to pulling off a seamless look. When shopping for a new head of hair, look for 100 percent human hair, either European virgin or Remy. In technical terms, this means that the hair cuticle is intact and facing in the same direction. What that means to you is that you can style, dry, and iron the extensions just as you would your natural hair without fear of excessive tangles and matting. My ultimate favorite is Invisi-tab Virgin European Hair Extensions.

Getting them put in—and taken out—is easy. Seriously. It takes an hour and a half tops, no longer than a head of highlights. And that’s for a whole head. The extension hair is bonded to inch-long supersticky strips. The stylist peels off the cover (just like a sticker), revealing the adhesive, and sandwiches small sections of natural hair between two of these strips. It sounds easy enough for DIY, but the placement is critical to the overall look, so leave it to a trained stylist. As for the removal, that’s even faster. The stylist drenches the tape bonds in a solute that loosens the adhesive, then gently wiggles the extensions off. Then all you need is a couple of shampoos to remove all of the solution. Beware of extensions that require a remover containing acetone or alcohol, which can be harsh and drying if left on the hair for too long. (Again, my favorite, Invisi-tab Virgin European Hair Extensions, has its own organic remover formulated with citrus oil, a much gentler option for hair and skin.) I stick to a schedule of removal and/or reapplication every eight to ten weeks. As your hair grows out, the bond inches farther away from the root, and the farther the bond is from the root, the more likely it is twist and tangle—and possibly reveal your well-kept secret. Some colours which are great options for short hair are:copper red, two tones with dirty blonde and light ash grey; violet, auburn brown with blond highlights, tri-colour with copper, chestnut and red and the dark magenta shade.

You may be keen on doing away with your long hair but sporting the short style can come with its challenges too. It’s preferable that you decide on a haircut that suits the texture of your hair and enhances your personality and your body frame too. Make-up and hairstylist Marissa Rodrigues suggests, ‘It’s great to have more layers for an absolutely chic look if you have thick hair.’ To know how to style a short crop click here: 5 tips to style cropped hair

It’s always easier to maintain the texture of your hair when short, provided you use the right haircare products regularly for silky and smooth hair. Celebrity hairstylist Savio John Pereira suggests,’For straight short hair, it is best to let it dry naturally, using some serum for extra shine.’