Hair Extensions by Brijón

English descriptions of commonly used hair extension terms

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Silicon Rings

These rings are used as part of the microlinks application. Hair extensions and the customer’s own hair are inserted into the rings, and clamped down to hold the hair extension in place. The inside of the ring contains silicon which promotes growth and protects the customer’s hair. BRIJON offers two different sizes and four different colors for its silicon rings (black, brown, beige and blonde

Skin Weft

This type of weft is growing in popularity because there is no thick track of hair at the top and the hair can lay flat against the customer’s head. The top of the weft contains a translucent polyurethane coated tape (usually double sided) that is used to attach the weft to the customer’s own hair. It is also much easier and quicker to apply than other types of hair extensions. Also, the hair appears to be growing from the scalp so it looks more natural than other types of hair extensions.

Smoothing

for reducing frizz or unruly hair for a sleek finish. This can be achieved through using BRIJON’s EX Polishing Milk (as described within this glossary).

Straight Hair

Hair that is naturally straight. With BRIJON’s hair, which all comes from India, this hair is soft, smooth and has a very slight wave pattern. All India hair will have a slight wave. Straight hair can be easily curled as well as flat ironed for an ultra sleek look. BRIJON;s hair is comprised of 100% human, Remy natural hair, and its virgin hair has not been processed, colored or texturized.

Straightening

Refers to a styling method of straightening the hair by removing curls or waves. BRIJON’s EX Styler, which uses digitally advanced technology, allows the stylist and/or customer to easily straighten their hair extensions. The EX Styler heats quickly and maintains the temperature ensuring optimum heat, while the ceramic plates help seal in natural oils, moisture and hair color. For naturally curly hair, the straightening process lasts for several days. If you get caught in the rain, however, sometime the hair will revert back to its original state and need to be straightened again.

Strand

Term used in the hair extension industry to refer to one Keratin Tip or i-Tip extension. Within each hair extension strand, there are numerous individual hairs (approximately 50). To complete a customer’s hair, it usually requires between 100 and 150 strands. For highlights, customers will typically purchase 10 or more to provide color in various parts of their head.

Synthetic Hair

Synthetic hair is unnatural hair that is manufactured using nylon, polyester or other industrial materials. Although synthetic hair is much cheaper than human hair, it does not last nearly as long, it breaks down very easily and cannot be treated like your own hair (eg, the hair may melt if close to a hair dryer). BRIJON does not use any synthetics in its hair, and guarantees that all of its hair is 100% human Remy hair.

Tangling

This occurs when hair is mixed together or intertwined making it difficult to comb and style the hair. Because BRIJON only uses 100% human Remy hair where the cuticles are aligned in the same direction, the hair will not tangle. Other companies will strip the cuticles or have the cuticles going in opposite directions causing friction in the hair and causing the hair to tangle and mat.

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Texture

Hair is typically classified as either fine, medium or coarse, while there are various different styles based on how straight or curly the hair is, or the style of the waves.. BRIJON offers seven different styles for its hair extensions. The hair is very soft because this is how Indian hair is, but may vary based on the type of hair extension. For example, Yaki hair is given a more coarse texture.

Texture Ring

BRIJON offers seven different styles and textures to the hair: Straight, Wavy, Curly, Jackson Wave, Deep Wave, Body Wave. These styles are displayed on a Texture Ring that enable customers to select the style that best suits their needs. Please refer to [Texture Ring] (http://www.bybrijon.com/index.php?option=com_content&Itemid=39&catid=8&id=26&lang=en&view=article) for details on the different textures and styles.

Track

Hair extensions are held together by a “track” or “weft” that has been stitched to the hair. This type of hair is used when doing the microlink technique (or for customers that do the sewing/weaving technique). The hair can also be temporarily clipped into the hair when special clips are sewn to the weft.

U-Part Applications

This is a type of application used by stylists when applying hair extensions to the customer’s hair. The U-shape is designed to follow the natural contour of a customer’s hairline so that the hair extension is is comfortable after installation.

Ultrasonic Iron

This is a type of iron that is used as part of connecting hair extensions as part of the cold fusion technique. This technique does not use heat, but rather electromagnetic energy to melt the keratin. These irons are becoming more and more popular as they do not require time to heat up, are effective in melting the keratin, and for many stylists and customers, they feel more comfortable when there is no heat.

Virgin Hair

Virgin hair is hair that has not been chemically treated and remains in its original virgin state. This means that the hair has not been dyed, bleached, permed, straightened, etc. In India, women do not color, perm or otherwise treat their hair and so the hair remain in a virgin state. BRIJON sources its hair directly from the finest temples and salons in India, and its hair extensions retain their outstanding and natural quality because they have not been exposed to harsh chemical treatments. This hair has been naturally groomed in natural herbal oils which protect the hair as well.