Getting hair extensions weaved into your own hair is a great way to add length and body to your tresses. When styling your hair for prom, the extra hair resulting from the weaved extensions will give the stylist more to work with, therefore enhancing your style. Also, once prom is over, you can still rock your new, extended hairdo for weeks.
Twisty Braids
This is a great style for people with medium-length hair. The stylist will apply the weave to the underside of your hair, with most of the volume at the back. The extensions will usually be cut and styled afterwards, so it is best to prepare yourself for a long sitting. You can choose from either synthetic hair (which is cheaper and can look unnaturally shiny), or 100 percent human hair (which can cost hundreds of dollars, but looks natural and lasts longer).
After the weave is applied, pull your hair into a ponytail in the middle of the back of your head, but don't secure it with a hair tie. Twist all of the hair upwards, letting pieces spill out from the top of the twist in a waterfall effect. Secure the twist with bobby pins. Since your hair now has more weight because of the weave, you may need upwards of 50 bobby pins to fasten the twist. More bobby pins (as long as they are the same color as your hair) are better than excessive amounts of hairspray, since this can make hair look crusty and dull.
Once you have secured the twist, begin braiding the waterfall-like pieces from the bottom to the ends. Secure the ends of the braids with tiny, clear rubber bands as close to the ends as possible. The braids should be about a quarter-inch wide or smaller to get the twisty effect. The weave will make braiding much easier, since the added length will allow for longer braids and more flexibility. Once all of the waterfall-like hair is braided, take the end of one braid and twist it slightly. The braid will kink and create a twisty curl. Secure the end of the braid to the back of the crown of your head with a bobby pin. Repeat this for the rest of the braids, randomly pinning the braid twists around the crown of your head. To hide the ends of the braids, secure a vintage-style barrette or a medium-sized faux lily at the back of the crown of your head.
Vintage Side-Part
Once you get a weave, you might want to show off your long tendrils. An easy way to do this is by creating a vintage side-parted hairstyle with your hair cascading over one shoulder.
Apply a curl-enhancing cream or mousse to towel-dried hair. If you have naturally curly or wavy hair, this style requires less work. For straight hair, have a ceramic flat iron handy. Create an extreme side-part with a comb and blow dry the hair from the roots to the ends. If you have straight hair, use a wide, flat brush to curl the hair inwards towards your face. If you have curly hair, use a diffuser nozzle attached to the hair dryer. This will help to avoid frizz.
Once your hair is completely dry, pull all of your hair (including the weave) over your shoulder on the side the mass of your hair is. Clip the hair on the other side right behind your ear with a vintage barrette. Since you don't want your hair to flop down onto your back, secure the rest of it to about midway around the back of your head with bobby pins. If you have wavy hair, your style is complete. For straight hair, position the ceramic flat iron about a third of the way down your hair. Flipping your wrist in a circular motion, arc the flat iron upwards and around, twisting your hair around the barrels loosely. This will create a subtle wave. Finish off this style with a spritz of shine serum for a glossy, Hollywood finish.
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