There are two types of hair extensions: synthetic and human hair. The pros and cons are listed below.
Synthetic Hair Pros and Cons:
Pros
- It is cheaper than human hair.
- It comes in many colors and textures.
- It can be attached several different ways: with glue, tape, or it can be sewn in.
Cons
- It looks and feels fake. Artificial or fake hair cannot match the silky shine or luster of human hair.
- It is limited in styling- Synthetic hair will melt when exposed to high temperatures of styling products, such as a curling iron or flat iron.
- It cannot be colored.
- It cannot be reused. You wear it once and threw it away.
Human Hair Pros and Cons:
Pros
- It looks and feels real, because it's made from the real thing.
- It can be colored.
- You can use hot styling products, such as a curling iron or flat iron, to achieve any hair style desired.
- It does not tangle and matt excessively.
- It comes in many colors and textures.
- It is reusable. It can be reused for several installs, making it a worthwhile investment.
- It can be attached several different ways: with glue, tape, or it can be sewn in.
Cons
- The hair costs more, but it lasts longer.
Let's face it, most of us do not want anyone to know we are wearing hair extensions. So for the most natural looking hair extensions, the real choice is human hair extensions.
