I-tip Hair Extensions Tutorial - Full Install by DreamCatchers Head Educator Dorothy

Summary

In this tutorial, Dorothy Reitzman demonstrates the process of installing eye-tip extensions on her model, Janae, using five different blends for a soft ombre effect. She walks viewers through the detailed application steps, including sectioning the hair, managing flyaways, and ensuring proper cylinder placement for density and coverage. Emphasizing the quality of Dreamcatcher hair extensions, Dorothy explains how to prep the hair and ensure a natural look with maximum volume. After the installation, she finishes with a haircut to blend the extensions seamlessly, highlighting the importance of tailoring the application to each client’s hair type.

Takeaways

• 😀 Proper sectioning is essential for a smooth installation of eye tip extensions, starting at the nape and working upwards.
• 😀 To avoid flyaways and potential issues during installation, use a flyaway strip to keep the hair neat and controlled.
• 😀 The right quality of hair extensions, like Dreamcatcher’s 100% human hair, is crucial for durability and a natural feel.
• 😀 Prepping the extensions by using purple shampoo helps fluff them up and gives them more volume and body before installation.
• 😀 For a seamless blend, customize the hair color by using a technique called 'sombre' (soft ombre), gradually mixing lighter and darker shades.
• 😀 When installing extensions, the first few rows should be tightly packed for maximum density, while spacing out the rows on the top to allow natural hair to flow.
• 😀 The application of the eye tip extensions should be precise, with no natural hair visible between the cylinders to ensure a full, natural look.
• 😀 For the best results, use a horizontal sectioning pattern along the sides of the head, as it creates more density, while the back sections can be shaped in a U-form.
• 😀 The polyurethane tips of Dreamcatcher extensions ensure a soft, protective crimp, preventing damage to the natural hair and enhancing longevity.
• 😀 After the installation, a careful cut using a feather razor is key to blending the extensions with the client's natural hair for a smooth, undetectable transition.
• 😀 Regularly check your sections and cylinders during the application to ensure everything is tight and secure, preventing any fallout later on.

Q & A

What is the main technique used in this hair extension installation?

The main technique demonstrated is a full installation of eye-tip hair extensions, using five different blends of hair for a customized look.

Why does the stylist section the hair before starting the installation?

The stylist sections the hair to make it easier to diagram and map out the installation, ensuring a clean and organized process.

What steps does the stylist take to manage flyaways during the installation?

The stylist uses a flyaway strip to control stray hairs, positioning it at the bottom of each section to push up and remove flyaways before applying extensions.

How does the stylist create a soft ombre effect for the hair color?

The stylist applies lighter color at the bottom of the first few rows, followed by darker pieces for dimension, and finishes with lighter color again to create a subtle, blended effect between ombre and balayage.

What is the benefit of purple shampooing the hair extensions before installation?

Purple shampooing the extensions helps remove any residual yellow or brassy tones from the hair, while also adding volume and body to the extensions.

What is the importance of choosing high-quality hair extensions like Dreamcatcher's hair?

High-quality hair, like Dreamcatcher's, is stronger and more durable. The extensions also have a rubberized polyurethane tip that ensures a gentler application, preventing damage to the client's natural hair.

What does the stylist mean by the 'u-shape' sectioning method in the back?

The u-shape sectioning method in the back is designed to emphasize the natural structure of the head and maximize the number of extensions that can be installed, allowing for denser coverage.

Why does the stylist switch from horizontal to u-shaped sectioning between the back and sides?

The stylist uses horizontal sectioning on the sides to maximize density, while the u-shape sectioning in the back helps create more natural flow and adds more hair coverage.

How does the stylist adjust the installation for a client with a heavy side part?

For clients with a heavy side part, the stylist raises the section on the side with more hair to balance the weight and ensure even fullness throughout the head.

What technique does the stylist use to blend the client's natural hair with the extensions after installation?

After installation, the stylist uses a feather razor to soften and diffuse the lines between the client's natural hair and the extensions, ensuring a smooth transition without shortening the client's natural hair length.

What is the client's feedback on switching from clip-ins to eye-tip extensions?

The client, Janae, reports that the eye-tip extensions are much more comfortable and natural-feeling compared to clip-ins, and she appreciates that the extensions last longer without being noticeable.