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Caring For Your Extensions

Caring For Your Extensions

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Buying hair extensions isn’t the cheapest thing to do, which is why it’s important to take care of them to give them the longest lifespan possible. Much like if you were to buy a new pair of trainers or handbag, looking after these products is going to benefit you (and your pocket) in the long run. 

 

Extensions Care

Why Is Caring For Your Extensions Important?

 

Extensions aren’t attached to your scalp, so they don’t receive constant nutrients and oil deposits in the same way as your hair does. They are chemically processed, which means they are drier and slightly coarser than your natural hair. Due to this, you’ll want to use ingredients that will replenish and add moisture to your hairpieces. 

 

Which Ingredients Should I Avoid?

 

Products that contain sulfates, parabens, bleach and short-chain alcohols can damage hair extensions. These ingredients can cause your extensions to dry out! They may also be listed under names such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), propyl and isopropyl. Avoid using products that contain these substances. 

 

Which Ingredients Will Benefit My Extensions?

 

When choosing products for your extensions you should be looking out for those that contain long-chain fatty alcohols. Products featuring coconut oil or palm oil will benefit you as they’ll draw moisture into the hair and add a smooth, slippery texture to help with detangling. Generally, these ingredients are found in conditioners and deep conditioning treatments. 

Aim for Morrocan oil, argan oil or castor oil-based products. These will help to hydrate and moisten your hairpieces. 

 

How Should I Wash My Extensions?

 

When it comes to washing your extensions it is important to remember that they don’t receive the same oils and nutrients as your natural hair, therefore, it’s not necessary to wash them as often as you would your own hair. 

A good rule of thumb is to wash them every 30 days or when they become difficult to style as this means there’s a build-up of product!

Here are some steps to follow when washing your Flip-In Wefts: 

 

  • Brush your extensions and rid them of any tangles.
  • Shampoo each weft individually – this will help prevent tangling.
  • Condition each weft individually – leave the products to soak in for around 10 minutes.
  • Apply a deep conditioner – leave this in overnight for the best results.
  • Rinse hair thoroughly – ensure there’s no slippery texture to the hair. 
  • Rinse under cold water – this will close the cuticles ensuring the moisture stays in the hair.
  • Air-dry your extensions – using heat will create frizz and could potentially damage the hair.

 

Learn More About Flip-In Extensions

 

To learn more about caring for your extensions visit our website. Get in touch with us at admin@flipinhair.com or call us on +44(0)1926 659500

Hair Trends

A Whistle-Stop Tour Of The Last 100 Years Of Hair Trends

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A lot has happened in the last 100 years, times have changed and so has hair! Imagine telling a flapper girl a century ago that there would eventually be a device small enough to put into your handbag (depending on the size of your bag, of course) that could curl or straighten your hair in a matter of seconds? She’d need a lie-down!

Why don’t you take a break too? Grab a cuppa and get ready to learn about the last 100 years of hair trends

 

1920s – The Roaring Twenties

 

The roaring 20s were famous for their extravagance and rebellion! Back then, anyone who dared to call themselves a fashionable young woman wouldn’t be seen dead without a bob! This short, angular style was first met by a lot of resistance but as with most things, it was soon welcomed into the fold.

It was easy to maintain and women adored feeling liberated after chopping off their locks! If you wanted to transform your look in the 1920s, you could curl your hair using scraps of material to create tight, springy curls. Are you now thinking about how you could brush up on your heat-free styling knowledge? We’ve got you covered, check out our blog post from March!

 

1960s – The Swinging Sixties

 

Fast-forward forty years and the world had changed even more! We’d been through another World War and things were relatively normal once more. A hip new band from Liverpool called The Beatles were on the scene and absolutely everyone was trying to put together the biggest beehive possible.

Created by Margaret Vinci Held in 1960, the beehive became the most popular hairstyle of the decade and was worn by everyone, from Aretha Franklin to Audrey Hepburn. Towering hair was now the popular style and women around the world were back-combing and hair-spraying more than ever. If your hair wasn’t as high as possible in the 60s, it may have been wavy and flowing instead. Hippies were also a common sight at the time and their carefree attitude extended to their hair – they were more concerned with music than worrying about hairspray!

 

1970s – Fighting Crime And Keeping Time

 

Peace and love weren’t the words on everyone’s lips anymore but hair trends are still a very big deal. Many women were trying to recreate American actress Farrah Fawcett’s feathered hair after her rise to stardom following the television series ‘Charlie’s Angels’. Others were keeping their hair long and straight, a style popularised by Cher – who still rocks that look today! Both of these styles have stood the test of time, proving that most looks make their way back into the mainstream after a few decades away.

 

Hair Trends

1990s – You Gotta Get With My Friends

 

Skip the big, permed hair trends of the 1980s and you’ll find The Spice Girls at the top of their game a decade later. After watching Friends, everybody wanted ‘The Rachel’ and Jennifer Aniston’s iconic hairstyle soon became one of the most famous in history! Almost twenty years on, we’re still talking about it, so it seems like Jen’s stylist certainly did something right.

 

Hair Trends

The Present Day

 

As you’re probably aware, a lot has gone down in the 21st century, and we’re only 21 years in! Ross and Rachel finally decided if they were on or off and Cher is still as iconic as ever. We’ve moved on from butterfly clips and roll-on hair glitter to barrel wavers and air stylers but there’s one thing we all know – we can do anything we want to our hair.

Flip-In Hair can help you make any style you want a reality – whether it’s adding a flash of colour or simply creating the length and volume you desire.

Our wired extensions don’t require clips, glue or weaving so you can put them in and take them out in no time, allowing you to change your look even if you change your mind. Don’t forget about our colour match service so your hair can stay as seamless as possible!

To find out more about us, or to purchase our hair extensions, visit our website today! You can also call us on (0)1926 659 500 or email admin@flipinhair.com.

What is OLAPLEX

What Is OLAPLEX And Why Should You Be Using It? 

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OLAPLEX is used by many people to help permanently repair damaged hair from the inside out. With its patented single-ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, it is a one-of-a-kind product that works to restore the broken bonds in your hair. 

 

How Does It Work?

 

This hair-strengthening treatment re-builds the bonds within the hair that are affected by colour treatments, heat damage, sun exposure and so much more.

OLAPLEX says “our hair contains millions of disulfide bonds. These bonds give the hair its structure, strength, and stability. It restores damaged and compromised hair by repairing it from the inside out.” 

With so many steps, the range of products can seem a little daunting at first. That’s why we’ve broken them down for you: 

  • OLAPLEX No.0 – The newest arrival in the collection primes hair for deeper repair with the highest dose of OLAPLEX technology. Use this as a two-part system alongside No.3 for best results.
  • OLAPLEX No.1 & No. 2 – These are exclusive to professionals and only for salon use.
  • OLAPLEX No.3 – This is the product that put it on the map. No.3 is an at-home treatment that visibly reduces breakage and strengthens damaged hair. 
  • OLAPLEX No.4 – No.4 addresses everyday stresses such as damage, split ends and unwanted frizz. Use a regular shampoo to refresh your hair as well as repair it. 
  • OLAPLEX No.5 – Used in conjunction with No.4, OLAPLEX No.5 restores, repairs and hydrates without adding excess weight to the hair. 
  • OLAPLEX No.6 – No.6 is a highly concentrated leave-in smoothing cream, which prevents frizz and flyaways – perfect for all hair types! 
  • OLAPLEX No.7 – An ultra-lightweight, reparative styling oil that dramatically increases shine, adds softness and strength and enhances all hair types and textures.

 

How Can It Help My Hair? 

 

We’re all guilty of not using heat protection when we’re in a rush, or not looking after our colour-treated hair as well as we could do. This product is here to save us from our own laziness. Whether the damage is thermal, mechanical or chemical, OLAPLEX has a product to rebuild the bonds in your hair and bring it right back to health. 

 

Does It Really Work?

 

Take it from the celebs, OLAPLEX is a miracle worker when it comes to revitalising damaged hair. Drew Barrymore herself raved about the amazing results she saw after using it just once. 

“It’s amazing how much your hair changes over the course of your life—it just doesn’t bounce back the same way. But this strengthens my hair in one wash. It’s amazing.”

 

Visit Our Website

 

At Flip-In Hair, we’re always looking for the best products to help you keep your hair and extensions as healthy as possible! 

Check out our amazing range of extensions on our website. If you have any questions about our products don’t hesitate to contact us at admin@flipinhair.com or call us on 01926 659 500.

 

heat damage

Heat Damage and How To Avoid It

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Hairdryers, curling irons, straighteners – where would we be without them? 

For many of us, these heat-based appliances are inseparable parts of our daily quests to throw together the perfect look, whether we want our locks to sit in tight ringlets, lie flat or demonstrate their natural curls. 

But what of the heat damage associated with the use of these tools and the impact it can have on the strength and health of our hair? 

It’s a sad fact that frequently exposing the hair to extremes of temperature can leave it  brittle and broken, with compromised keratin proteins and a cracked cuticle (the hair’s outer layer) contributing to split ends, dryness and seemingly unmanageable knots and tangles.

Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way – heat damage can be avoided, and here’s how!

Be strict with your styling times 

Look, we get it, your hair is important to you, but spending too much time under the blow dryer or with your hair wrapped around your latest styling product only has one outcome: serious heat damage!

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Be less absent-minded when you use these tools and keep a check on just how long you’re spending on your look. We’d recommend using things such as curling irons in short, ten-second bursts and ensuring that all of your appliances are always on the lowest heat setting. Your hair will thank you later. 

Heat protection

One of the best arguments we’ve come across for the use of a heat protectant is that it’s the equivalent of making sure you apply sunscreen before leaving the house on a hot day. Simple, right? 

By applying a heat protectant ahead of your hair-styling routine, you’re actively taking steps to reduce your risk of heat damage. This is because the ingredients featured in these products slow down the rate at which your hair conducts heat. 

Remember, though, that these sprays and formulas can only do so much, so you still need to make sure that you’re limiting your usage of heat-based appliances as much as you can. 

Look after your hair 

It’s been suggested that heat damage is much more of a possibility should you fail to properly look after your hair on a day-to-day basis, and this is something that should go without saying.

The use of shampoos and conditioners that feature sulphates and parabens has been identified as a major factor in the development of dry, lacklustre-looking hair – a departure into brittleness that can only be exacerbated by the application of heat to already-damaged locks. 

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Avoid this by switching to hair-washing products that are free of these destructive ingredients. There are plenty of these out there. 

Go heat-free! 

By far and away the best method of beating heat damage is to swear off heating appliances altogether. Sound like too much to handle? It really isn’t. 

Though they may be more time-consuming (you have time, there’s a lockdown on!), you could use more “primitive” tools such as curlers and rollers to help you achieve your hair goals, not to mention the plethora of styles that can be put together with minimal accessories: braids and updos, anyone?  

It should also be obvious by now that our extensive range of hair extensions can also provide a great alternative to heat-styled hair. These are made from 100% human hair and can be added and removed in an instant, giving you the chance to embrace a new style at will! 

To find out more about us, or to purchase our hair extensions, visit our website today.  You can also call us on (0)1926 659 500 or email admin@flipinhair.com. 

 

Stock Our Super Styles

Stock Our Super Styles

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The global hair and wigs market is predicted to reach revenues of more than $10billion by 2023, and although buying extensions online is a common practice when people want to add some lusciousness to their locks, hair and beauty salons are starting to see a significant share of the sales too. So whether you currently stock extensions and are thinking about expanding your range, or you are considering starting out, there is no Flip-In time like the present.  

Flip-In Hair has been proudly supplying unique, patented hair extensions to customers and salons since 2007. In that time we have seen substantial growth, becoming recognised for our quality and innovative contribution to what is often seen as an oversaturated market. Although we’ve got bigger, we are still the same company, and we still supply the same temporary and damage-free hair extensions to people all over the world.

 

What Makes Us Flip-In Different?

Unlike our competitors, Flip-In offers bespoke extensions that take less than one minute to fit and literally seconds to remove. Say goodbye to the tedious process and preparation that you have to go through to fit standard extensions, and say hello to Flip-In. 

In the past, choosing to have hair extensions and deciding on their style was a hard and cumbersome process – not just because of the cost and potential for damage, but also because you could never be sure how the final result would turn out! With Flip-In, you can remove your extensions as quickly as you put them in, change your style on the go if you so desire and always look your best for whatever the occasion may be. 

All of our extensions are temporary and damage-free products that feature no clips, no glue and no weaving! These are also adjustable to perfectly fit the size and shape of your head, so you’ll be comfortable for however long you want to rock that new look for! 

 

Become A Flip-In Stockist

We want to give every hair and beauty salon the chance to stock Flip-In products, regardless of how big or small they may be. However, we know that the upfront cost can be quite a lot for small and independent salons to manage, which is why we are offering all salons a temporary discount if they want to become a Flip-In stockist! 

For a limited time only, you can get a 30% discount on all Flip-In Hair products and extensions, and a whopping 35% if you decide to order 10 or more sets of extensions at a time. The hair extension market is growing rapidly, with more and more people seeking professional advice before purchasing hair extensions. 

So get ahead of the curve – stock our innovative hair extensions today and help your customers get the look and style they have always wanted.

 

Contact Us

We want to make your hair dreams a reality, so if you have been thinking about upgrading your hair and your look, then try our range of innovative hair extensions – we promise you won’t be disappointed. 

To learn more about our range of products, visit our website. To contact us, call 01926 659 500 today. 

 

Back To Work Or Back To School

Whether You’re Back To Work Or Back To School…

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As Septembers go, we’re sure 2020’s will go down as one of the strangest. Although restrictions have generally eased across the board and people have been given license to go about their lives as normally as possible, it’s crucial to remember that it’s still not quite business as usual and that many of us will be expected to work and live in strict accordance with several health and safety measures for the foreseeable future.

Make your return to your school or place of work less of a struggle by ensuring that you’re appropriately styled for the occasion. With hairdressers, salons and beauty clinics closed until very recently, we were delighted to supply customers everywhere with our innovative and natural-looking hair extensions throughout lockdown and we want to continue to help you achieve your hair goals as the world slowly begins to open up again. 

 

Making a good impression

Going back to the office after a long period of absence can be stressful at the best of times, and the same can be said for beginning a new school year. But, by choosing Flip-In Hair, you can give yourself the confidence to make it through either of these challenging situations. Social distancing may still very much be in effect, but that doesn’t mean you can’t impress your friends or colleagues from afar with a bold and striking new look seemingly pulled from the pages of a glossy magazine. Whether you’re back to work or back to school this month, Flip-In can put you at the top of the class regardless of the style you choose! 

 

A style to suit you

Our extensions come in a variety of colours and types, meaning that you’re guaranteed to find something to get the office or classroom talking when you browse our extensive range of products. Unlike more traditional forms of hair extension, ours can be fitted in little more than a minute and removed in mere seconds – perfect if you’re prone to changing your mind on a whim! 

As a means of instantly adding length and volume to your existing hair, our extensions have been designed for comfort and convenience and we’re proud of the fact that these feature no clips, no glue and no weaving. After all, who said that experimenting with a new hairstyle always has to be so difficult and time-consuming? 

 

Have a great hair day, every day!

Since 2007, our stunning selection of extensions have been used by those looking to change up their style without having to resort to a more permanent, and possibly dissatisfactory, solution and people all over the world continue to enjoy our high-quality products thanks to the simplicity of their design and damage-free guarantee! 

To find an extension to suit you, visit our website today. You can use our Colour Matcher for further style ideas or call 01926 659 500 to speak to a member of our team. Have a great hair day, every day, with Flip-In Hair! 

 

No Damage Hair Extensions

How to: Hairstyles!

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Over the last month we’ve seen a huge change in the world. With the entire country on lockdown, it seems as though we’re all already running out of things to do and looking for new ways to keep us entertained. 

Here at Flip-In Hair, we have already seen a huge increase in self-care while we remain on lockdown for the foreseeable future, so we thought we’d share some of our favourite hairstyles to help keep you feeling and looking your best, while keeping you busy during this uncertain time.

Braided Bun

What you’ll need:

  • Bobby pins
  • Flip-In Ponytail
  • Mini hair elastic bands

Technique:

Put your hair into a low ponytail and secure your Flip-In Ponytail around it, fastening the hooks into place. 

Plait the hair into a braid and secure with one of your elastic bands. 

Twist the braid around the base of your ponytail and secure with some of your bobby pins.

Easy Deep Waves

What you’ll need:

  • Hair clip
  • Flip-In Hair Extensions
  • Curling iron
  • Paddle brush
  • Hairspray
  • Hair oil

Technique: 

Fit your Flip-In Hair Extensions in your chosen length and colour.

Use a hair clip (or bands) to separate your hair into sections. 

Start curling your hair in inch wide segments, keeping the curls tight. 

To get a Hollywood wave, curl all of the segments in the same direction. For a more natural wave, curl the segments in different directions. 

Leave the tight curls to cool down and then spray with your chosen brand of hairspray. 

Using your paddle brush, brush out the tight curls. 

Keep brushing until you have your ideal level of curl. 

Use a small amount of hair oil and run through your hair to tame any flyaways and give your hair that perfect shine!

Fishtail Plait

What you’ll need:

  • Mini elastic band
  • Flip-In Hair Extensions or Ponytail
  • Hairspray 

Technique:

Flip in your Extensions and bring your hair to one side. 

*Part the hair in two sections – right and left. 

Take a section of hair from the back of the left-hand section of hair and pull it over the top to join the right-hand section of your hair.

Repeat this instruction with the right-hand section of your hair, this is the start of a fishtail plait. 

Repeat this process until you have a finished braid!

*To create this look with the Flip-In Ponytail, start by securing your hair into a low ponytail to one side, fasten the Ponytail extension by securing the hooks. To make the Ponytail look more natural, wrap a small piece of hair around the base and secure with a bobby pin. 

Now you can start braiding your hair as explained in the above steps!

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