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English descriptions of commonly used hair extension terms
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Finger Protectors |
Rubberized protectors that are typically worn on the index finger and thumb to protect the stylist’s fingers when applying fusion bonded hair extensions. These are typically worn as part of the fusion application where heat is being applied to melt the keratin and then pressed or rolled to connect the hair extension to the customer’s hair. Although these are not required, they do protect the customer’s fingers from being burned. |
| Fringe |
This represents the hair that falls over the forehead, and may also be referred to as “bangs”. |
| Fusion Iron/Connector |
A Fusion Iron/Connector is designed to melt keratin when applying Keratin Tips (keratin bonded hair extensions). They can also be used to melt the keratin when applying extensions with replacement tips, keratin pearls and grains. BRIJON offers fusion connectors that have a temperature range between 100º C and 220º C and the heating plates are made of lightweight Teflon. It is important to apply the heat so that the keratin bubbles, but to not to overapply the heat as this may damage the keratin. |
| Fusion Technique |
This is the technique used to connect keratin tipped hair extensions to the customer’s own hair. Typically, the keratin is melted using a fusion iron or fusion connector, and then connected to the customer’s own hair. The bond can then be pressed flat to connect to the customer’s hair or can be rolled into a cylinder. This is the most popular technique for applying hair extensions. |
| Fusion Tubes |
These plastic tubes (aka, shrink tubes, extension tubes) are used as an alternative to rings when applying i-Tip extensions, and are lighter weight than the rings. i-Tips are inserted into the tube, and melted so the hair extension is closed tight around the tube which includes the hair extension and the customer’s own hair. These are closed using the Fusion Connectors. These tubes are plastic with a thin layer of keratin inside. BRIJON offers the fusion tubes in clear or black. |