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Points: 2021 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote metalgirl Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 21 2005 at 2:06am
I agree that California State Board of Cosmetology is cracking down on unlicenced hair extensionists.

I have a friend who was unlicenced and doing weaves (track and sew method) out of her house, and someone turned her in and and she had to go to court and pay a fine.

About the Dr. lock's iron:

I posted yesterday that I emailed Dr.locks to inquire about the degree of heat thier iron puts out. They replied it was between 248 (f) to 356 (f). So I imagine that's how much heat you would need to completely shrink the shrinkie, right?
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There has been mixed results with the flatiron. I for one had success in shrinking and removing them with a conair ceramic iron....but.... I havent worn any yet so the concern is if the shrinkie will actually hold. Yes my flatiron shrunk the shrinkie but whether or not my flatiron actually heated up enough to melt the adhesive inside the shrinkie is the question at this point. So as of right now, Id say buy the dual sided temp. controlled fusion wand from Doc Locks. Its about the best price Ive seen on one. There are cheaper ones around too, but it sounds like they may not get hot enough for shrinkies. I believe amm said they need to shrink at 150 C. My flat iron is only 170 F. So that is a serious temp. difference!
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Yeah, I decided if I was going to seroiusly consider it I would do just that, of course.

Should I not bother with the iron, and just use a simple flatiron? I have a very thin one already, and I did see in another thread it worked for someone. It is a conair, ceramic, and the smallest one I could find. If so, which temp should I have it set on?
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In america, each state has it's own laws about if you need to be licensed to do extensions so you have to check with your state. different companies have different requirements to but there are lots of methods for people who arent licensed.
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It isn't like a serious consideration, just a fleeting thought. I am interested in learning how to do it, if not just for fun, but future use when/if I am licensed. I am seriously considering beaty school. I have had so much interest in reading these forums, and thinking about how much I would enjoy doing this.

I have been looking for a new hobby :) think I will find me a head and get crackin!

So shrinkies, eh? Is there like a kit or can anyone give me some basics to invest in. (Besides the bands, and heat clamp and hair)I am more of a hands on learner. I dont' want to sit here and read about it for months.

I did read that this is one of the easy to learn methods. Do yall agree?

What would be the least expensive hair to use, since it would just be practice, I wouldn't want to spend too much. thanks for any help given!
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I know that you have to be licensed to purchase hair and supplies from both Great Length's and Hairloc's, and also have to be certified with them. I wanted to do them also, and since reading this board I have found out so much information as to wear to buy supplies and hair. I do know though that the State Board (in California anyway) is going to start cracking down on people doing extensions without being licensed. At least that's what I've heard. I guess alot of licensed beauticians are complaining to the State Board.
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I think the only draw back with not having a licence is that you won't be able to get insurance so if you do something drastic to a client's hair then it will fall on your head, I'm going by UK so if things are different in USA I apologise xx
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Ok, thanks. I am pleasantly surprised, I assumed it would fall under the strict guidelines for licensing that hair and nails does.

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You don't need a licence unless it is a specific brand of hair extensions i.e. raccoon, you have to have nvq level2 in hairdressing before they will let you have a raccoon certificate. If you do something like shrinkies, there is no course for that at the moment so thus you would not need a licence. If you are creative and practice a lot you could be doing shrinkies with a couple of months, buy a manniquin head and practice on that and do some members of the family, test out which hair wears best and then when you're confident you can start on your clients. xxxx
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I have been wracking my brain trying to think of a way to finance my way through school. I am a stay at home mom, and would hate to go to work in addition to school. I would never see my family. I was curious as to whether you need a cosmetology license to do extensions? I would assume so, but thought I would ask just in case I am wrong. Or do the various extension courses require one?
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