Info needed (mealalgirl?)

Marie, would you mind checking that link? I can't get anywhere. thanks

The most curious part of that article is that her email is fusionextentions@ blah blah blah. That makes me feel fusion is her "thing." And yes, I disagree with what she says about shrinkies. It may be that that's what happens when you don't pre-tip the hair. Also, the comments about synth are somewhat incorrect, though since there's no date on the actual article, heat resistant fibers may not have yet been available.

And looking at her website, she does GL, Mega Hair (fusion) and Extendtubes.

Yeah, I have to say, I think fusion is the most potentially damaging method (along with hairlocs and eurolocs, which are, of course, metal clamps). And strangely, these are the main methods this stylist offers. Anyone who touts themselves as having written the "Bible of extensions" would, I guess, be the God of extensions then? That's a pretty bold claim...especially from someone who uses Mega. But whatever.

A lot of the basic stuff is, just that, pretty basic: Go to someone who's experienced, has a portfolio, is licensed, and has references; look at the finished install of another client; follow the care instructions; get an estimate; etc., etc. This is all fairly reasonable on the surface, but you can do all that and more, and it can still result in disaster. It's clear she's not familiar with pinchbraiding or the advantages of synth hair for many clients, too.

I will say that she does make a good point about the length of time you can wear them, though. I've seen so many ads that claim extensions can be worn for 9 months straight or something....

I don't know, I guess my biggest problem with the article is that it's way oversimplified and, obviously, biased. Ironically, this is best summed up in her own words:
"Do not believe everything your hairdresser tells you about any method that they do not use or have not done. They want you to use their method or they are usually afraid of an established client going elsewhere for services at the risk of losing them. Some like to tell horror stories."

:)

What I find interesting is she says not to go to an extensionist that hasn't done at least 40 clients in that particular method, well how does that person get the 40 clients in the first place if that's the attitude clients should have!!!

Well sounds like she hasen't had 40 synth ext clients. Cause clearly she knows jack about synth. Monofibre/synth has been around since the 80's, so its not like its some new invention. She needs to do some homework, before she makes those remarks.