Hair extensions for Glasgow clients: methods, cost and care

If you are in Glasgow and searching for hair extensions, here is what I offer at Hair Majesty, my private one-chair salon in Bathgate. I fit two methods only: keratin micro capsules (bonds) and nano rings. I do every fitting myself. The price includes Slavic Russian human Remy hair, in weights from 50 g to 200 g and lengths of 18, 20-21 or 24 inches. A fitting takes from about 1.5 hours for 50 g to about 4 hours for 200 g. Every visit starts with a consultation, and we agree the price before I begin. Current prices are on the treatments price list.

I am Patrycja, and I would rather you choose a salon with your eyes open. Below is what I tell everyone who sits in my chair, whether or not they go ahead.

Keratin bonds versus nano rings

Both methods attach small strands of extension hair to small sections of your own hair. They are not glued to your scalp and they do not cover your whole head in a single piece.

Keratin micro capsules (bonds). Each extension strand has a small keratin tip. I take a fine section of your hair, place the tip around it and seal it with a heat tool. The bond is small and sits flat, which suits many people who wear their hair up or want something discreet.

Nano rings. A tiny ring is threaded onto your hair along with the extension strand, then closed with pliers. There is no heat and no keratin. The rings are very small, and they can be opened again when the hair needs moving up.

Neither method is better for everyone. The choice depends on your hair texture, how fine or thick it is, how you style it and how much maintenance you are happy with. We decide together at the consultation. You can read more about both on my hair extensions page.

How much hair you need

Extension hair is measured by weight, not by number of strands. I work with weights from 50 g to 200 g.

• Lighter weights add a little volume or blend in a few extra inches. They suit fine hair, and people who want a subtle change.
• Heavier weights give a fuller, longer look and suit thicker hair that needs more extension hair to blend.

Length matters too. You can choose 18, 20-21 or 24 inches. Longer hair needs more weight to look natural, because the ends otherwise look thin next to your own hair. If your hair is short, I will tell you honestly how well a long length will blend.

How many nanos for a full head?

There is no single number that is right for a full head, and I would be wary of anyone who quotes one before seeing your hair. A full head depends on the density of your own hair, the length you want and how much fullness you are after. I plan it in grams, between 50 g and 200 g, and the number of nano rings follows from that weight and from how your hair is best sectioned. You will know exactly which weight I recommend, and why, before we start.

How much do hair extensions cost in West Lothian, Scotland?

At Hair Majesty in Bathgate the cost of hair extensions depends on four things:

1. The method — keratin bonds or nano rings.
2. The weight of hair — anywhere from 50 g to 200 g.
3. The length — 18, 20-21 or 24 inches.
4. The time it takes — from about 1.5 hours for 50 g to about 4 hours for 200 g.

The hair is included in the price. Maintenance and removal are separate services, so budget for them as well. I do not print figures in articles because prices change; the current ones are always on the price list, and we agree yours before the fitting starts.

Why the hair is included in the price

Some salons ask you to buy hair separately. I include it because the quality of the hair decides most of how your extensions look and wear. I use Slavic Russian human Remy hair. Remy means the cuticles run in the same direction, which helps the hair stay smoother and tangle less than hair where the cuticles are mixed. Including it also means you get one agreed price rather than a fitting fee plus a separate bill for hair you have had to source yourself.

What your first visit looks like

Every visit is by appointment, and the first one starts with a consultation. I look at your hair closely: its thickness, condition, colour and how it falls. We talk about what you want, how you wear your hair day to day and how much time you have for aftercare. Then I recommend a method, a weight and a length, and we agree the price before anything is fitted.

Because it is a one-chair salon, it is just you and me. One client wrote that I "listen attentively to your requirements, share ideas and expert advice", and that is the point of the consultation: you should leave knowing exactly what you are getting. If extensions are not right for you, I will say so.

Hair extension maintenance and refitting near Bathgate

I offer maintenance and removal at the salon in Bathgate as separate services. Maintenance means moving bonds or rings back up as your own hair grows, so they stay close to the root and comfortable. Removal is done properly with the right tools, never by pulling strands out at home. How often you need maintenance depends on your hair type and aftercare, and I will talk you through it at your fitting.

What is the downside of hair extensions?

There are a few, and you should weigh them up:

• They need regular maintenance. As your hair grows, the attachments move down and need moving back up. That is time and an added cost.
• They need care at home. Gentle brushing, drying the roots properly and sleeping with your hair loosely tied all matter.
• They add weight and tension. If extensions are too heavy for your hair, or left too long without maintenance, they can stress your own hair. That is why the weight is chosen carefully.
• The first few nights feel different. Many people notice the bonds or rings when they lie down until they get used to them.

Who is not a good candidate for hair extensions?

Extensions are not for everyone. They may not be right for you if:

• your own hair is very fine, fragile or breaking, and cannot carry the weight;
• you are noticing hair loss or thinning — please see your GP or a trichologist first, as extensions are a cosmetic service and I am not able to assess the cause;
• your scalp is sore or irritated;
• you do not have the time or budget for maintenance visits and home care.

If any of these apply, I would rather tell you at the consultation than fit something that does not suit your hair.

How long do most hair extensions last?

It depends on your hair type and aftercare. How quickly your hair grows, how you wash and style it, whether you use heat and how regularly you keep up with maintenance all make a difference. I do not give a fixed time, because any promise would be a guess. What I can do is show you how to look after them so they last as well as your hair allows.

Is Bathgate the right choice for you?

If you are in Glasgow, you have plenty of options, so choose the one that suits you. What I offer is a private, one-to-one appointment, a proper consultation, two methods I know well, quality hair included in the price, and a price agreed before I start. If that sounds like what you are looking for, you can book an appointment online and we will start with a conversation about your hair.