Originally posted by harleygrl I brushed last night and literally had my roots pulled out...So sad..........
It's sad but this has nothing to do with the brand, but with the application.
I wear strands for about 12 years now, the first years they ware GL.
Why GL? because there wasn't any other better brand on the market here.
I hear a lot of story's about GL getting worse over the years. In my opinion the are still the same as years ago, but other brands just catches up with them.
Ok GL is expensive, but in my country you get good service for your money. If you want GL just keep in mind:
Go to an extension artist, he/she is the first judge of the quality of the stands that he asked for. If he is not pleased, he will not install them. If he is not pleased with the condition of your own hair, he will also refuse an install.
Go to the same extension artist every month or so to wash your hair, as he/she can keep an eye on the quality of the hair, the bonds and the tangling,…. He should give further advice about taking care of the hair. If a strand has falling out, he will re-attach it.
As for any other brand, buy and use the shampoo and conditioner of the brand they are recommending.
Make sure that you get what you are paying for. Ask your certificate of the strands, they are your guarantee and authenticity certificate (this certificate comes with al the GL strands). Ask your extension artist to write the name on the certificate of the shampoo and conditioner that came along and the date of the install.
If something goes wrong with the extensions, go back. If he can’t solve the problem, ask him to contact an adviser from GL to have a look.
If he does crappy installs frequently, he will lose his GL-license.
I ones had a problem with the GL-bonds after a 2 1/2 months install. And I was given a free install and free strand.
I am not a GL-lover, there are other brands who gives the same guarantee.
What I meant to say is: If something goes wrong with my Armani spectacle frame, it will be repaired for free, or will be replaced for free. If I have a non brand, I throw it away.
Sorry, still learning English
harleygrl
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Newbie
Joined: September 26 2007
Status: Offline
Points: 42
So how much should i be paying for hand tied sewn in wefts ? I believe I was quoted with 3 wefts. How do I go about finding someone good. The lady I received the quote from is specialized in hair loss, she does a lot with cancer patients, participates in locks of love, has several references and everyone I have spoken to has nothing but positive things to say. There are so many methods and everyone says their method is the best. One says tape is bad for your hair and pulls it out, another swears by tape. What is a person to do who doesnt have the expertise in this field. How do I find a good stylist in my area??? Please help!!
malibu
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Senior Member
Joined: February 17 2006
Status: Offline
Points: 1531
So how much should i be paying for hand tied sewn in wefts ? I believe I was quoted with 3 wefts. How do I go about finding someone good. The lady I received the quote from is specialized in hair loss, she does a lot with cancer patients, participates in locks of love, has several references and everyone I have spoken to has nothing but positive things to say. There are so many methods and everyone says their method is the best. One says tape is bad for your hair and pulls it out, another swears by tape. What is a person to do who doesnt have the expertise in this field. How do I find a good stylist in my area??? Please help!!
I pay $30 per track and I wear 3oz of hair. I spent $150 on my hair and I'm able to reuse it since it's not coated. $2000 is really $%^&^!!
malibu
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Senior Member
Joined: February 17 2006
Status: Offline
Points: 1531
I am not sure. The girl who did my GL used a #7 haircolor. As far as texture my hair is naturally wavy/curly but has the tendency to be dry and frizzy.. I straighten it a lot...
Ms.Honey
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Senior Member
Joined: December 12 2006
Status: Offline
Points: 1108
Can you post a pic so we can help you decide what may best suit you? We are mainly do it yourselfer's so if you like we can also help you install any technique out there. We have demos and link to others to show you step by step how to do it.
Harlygrl.... Is the sew-in lady you spoke to have the first initial S. and in the north metro area? I just hate to put someone's name on blast.... If that is her, she uses Giovanni and Son hair. It is good hair, but, no where near $2,000. I was going to have a sew-in done with her. I looked at her portfolio (looked good), but, I got my hair cut by her and HATE the cut.
I am reluctant to be too critical. She seemed nice and my hair was very damaged by my fusion that I had just had removed. I haven't gone back to her for the weave though in large part because my cut is so uneven and "mullety" looking.
Anyway, what I have seen is that 1) extensions are very expensive here 2) I haven't found anyone that is highly recommended. All of them seem to have unhappy customers.
My hairdresser told me that each bundle costs her $75 and she charges $12/strand (full strand) or $7 (1/2 strand) to install and that is inclusive of the hair price. She has been doing hair extensions for over 20 years and doesn't mind sharing her pricing. You would see her for her technique. I don't understand why hair extension artists are so hush hush about the hair price. You always want good quality hair but it is the expertise of the hair extension artist that is worth the extra dollars. I for one would pay for a good extension artist to put in my extensions than try to save a buck and skimp on crappy quality and loose my hair in the process. By the way ...the girl I see does GL, Hair locs, braids, and shrinks.
I would guess that is about right. I was told that So. Cap. is $115 in bundles of 50. If GL is $75 for a bundle of 25 that would make it about $150 for 50 (It is possible they charge less for higher quantity).
Anyway, based on GL being a little more expensive in most areas, that is probably about right on the wholesale price. In other words, some of these stylists are making a FORTUNE for the install.
Hey Harlygrl...sorry for three posts in a row, ladies! I forgot to add that if the lady I mentioned is the same one, she also told me she only uses 4 oz for a full install. Most of the ladies I have talked to use closer to 6-8 oz for a full weave (some less of course). If she is charging you $2K for three tracks, she is making about $1,800 profit.
harleygrl
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Newbie
Joined: September 26 2007
Status: Offline
Points: 42
I wonder if it is another girl in the same salon? I know there was someone else there that does extensions too. I have only found a couple people here that do sew-ins. The lady that I mentioned is actually more on the NW side, but, not far north.
envoy13
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Newbie
Joined: July 07 2006
Location: United States
Status: Offline
Points: 41
Well I cant tell you about GL , because I dont use them, but I know that a bundle of 10 pieces of Socap hair runs about $20-25. So, if I was installing just 100 pieces on a client just the hair alone would run about $250, that is not including labor/installation cost. I know GL is supposed to be a bit more expensive so maybe it is possible that $300 is the price for the hair. Still, it should last longer than 2 months. Though I dont recommend that you wear extensions for longer than 3 months , you should not have to keep going back as often as you have been , nor should you have damage.
I just took the SoCap USA class and the hair is $115 per bundle of 50 (not including CA tax if you live in CA) for the straight hair and $130 per bundle for wavy texture.
Yes, that is the price I was given by So. Cap as well. Metalgirl, Do you know why there are two different So. Cap. companies? Are they affiliated with each other at all?
Also, is all of their hair a synthetic/human blend?
Great Lengths are by far, in my opinion, T-H-E best system of them all. I've had Cinderella Hair...cheaper but shed so bad I was ready to shave my head...I went back to GL and, though they are expensive (around $600 for a full head) they are the most natural. A word of advise...wear your hair in a pony tail when sleeping or having (sex..oops, is it okay to say that?)
About five years ago, after wearing GL's for two years, I couldn't afford them anymore and that's when I discovered Eternal Hair Extensions.
They are a do-it-yourself at home extension system that is affordable (under $50), semi-permanent and re-usable and give you the opportunity to try hair extensions and see if you like them. I've been wearing them for over 12 years (excluding the two years I wore GL's) and my own hair has grown out to the length of the extensions so now all I wear is a few pieces for added volume. So they're a great way to grow out your hair without looking like a skinned cat and for a mere $50 investment, what's to lose?
I'm so paranoid about my hair. I got GL installed last Friday and have only washed my hair twice since the install. While I was brushing my hair on Sunday one fell out, bond and all. It's not a big deal though, I can't even notice. Anyway, since Tuesday night it feels like my hair has really thinned out... it doesn't feel as thick as it did before and it's not as heavy.. I keep thinking "What if a bunch have fallen out?" but I've felt around my head and that doesn't seem to be the case.
Could it be from straightening it? Or that maybe some hairs have fallen out of the bond? Maybe I'm just used to the feel of having extensions now?
I have an appointment for a checkup in 2 weeks. I'm probably just really paranoid.
Ms.Honey
Members Profile
Send Private Message
Find Members Posts
Add to Buddy List
Senior Member
Joined: December 12 2006
Status: Offline
Points: 1108
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum
Topic Options
Post Options
Thanks(0)
harleygrl wrote:
)
