If you are planning to make hair extensions, you have probably heard of two popular techniques: I-Tip and ktip extensions.
Both of these techniques are in demand among hair techs and customers, so let’s figure out what is the difference between them and which option is optimal for your hair.
K Tip vs. I Tip Hair Extensions: What Are the Differences?
Ktip extensions are often referred to as hot fusion hair extensions because they are applied using special pliers that form keratin bonds.
Keratin used for bonds melts at rather high temperatures.
You can choose a keratin color to match your curls, so the extensions will look as natural as possible, as if you have always had such a beautiful hairstyle.
I-Tips are fixed with small beads with silicone lining. This technique is often called cold fusions or micro rings.
The beads used to fix the curls are clamped with a tool that resembles pliers.
Which Is Better: K-Tip or I-Tip Extensions?
We are definitely on the side of k-tips, and here’s why:
- Application features: improperly tightened micro rings can lead to hair damage and provoke strand fall out. And the risk of damaging hair is much higher than in the case of hot fusions.
- Comfort: Keratin bonds are less felt on the head than metal beads. If the hair tech has done the extensions properly, you will feel keratin bonds only the first three nights after the procedure; it feels like lying on fine beads.
- Safety: Itips are not suitable for clients with sensitive scalp, and fine, weakened hair. In turn, keratin bonds can be used even for thin strands. For example, you can use micro bonds and small hair weight. In this case the extensions won’t damage your natural hair!
To order quality raw materials prepared for ktip extensions, contact the I Love Slavic Hair online store iloveslavichair.com.
Here you will be helped to choose the optimal type of hair considering the structure (smooth, wavy, or curly), color (natural or colored), and texture (thin, medium, or thick). The company’s specialists will also prepare the bundle you like for the extension technique you choose.
We are sure you will be pleased with your reflection in the mirror!
