WHAT ARE THEY?
Tape hair extensions are exactly what they sound like. The extensions are pre-taped and then taped together on either side of your own hair. A hairdresser would apply tape-ins for you because you need to align them with the roots and they are applied.
Additionally, you would need to have them removed with the correct remover and then reinstalled. Naturally, when you apply heat to your roots and any adhesive product such as tape this can damage your hair. This process usually takes approximately 40 minutes – 1 hour to apply and if the extensions are in good condition, they can be re-used.
TREATMENT
With Tape-in Extensions, you have to be very careful when using conditioners or hair products because this can cause the tape to come loose or slip off. This is a very common issue with tape-ins, where the hair simply slides off but if you use the correct products they will last. Because of this, hairdressers usually recommend you use special shampoo or conditioner and styling products that are less harsh and not as oily to ensure the medical tape continues to stick to your hair. You can style them any way you want because they are made with human hair, but you need to watch out for the roots where the glue or tape is.
HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?
Tape-ins are considered semi-permanent. Typically, they last 10-12 weeks before you need to remove and re-apply them. Just like any other hair, however, it depends on how well you take care of them and on how quickly your hair grows.