I-Tip Extension DIY? Help
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Topic: I-Tip Extension DIY? Help
Posted By: Amira
Subject: I-Tip Extension DIY? Help
Date Posted: September 13 2007 at 8:39pm
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I realize that posts on this site advise against the Satin Strands from Sally, but I was deperate to try this out before ordering curly extensions (which I really need) from websites online.
Okay, so I purchased the I-tip Satin Strands as well as the micro ring tubes, the pulling hook, and the tool to close them. I've read up on using this method, and also have watched the how-to videos on you tube.
 If anyone has any helpful comments or advice before I proceed, by all means, please comment.
-Amira
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Posted By: Amira
Date Posted: September 13 2007 at 8:41pm
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If you're wondering why I am going to use the straight hair while mine is curly, I'm planning on setting cool rollers on the damp extensions or straighten my hair. Otherwise I'd look kinda funky. heehee |
Posted By: Amira
Date Posted: September 14 2007 at 5:12pm
Aaah, I guess most of us use another method. 
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Posted By: Ms.Honey
Date Posted: September 14 2007 at 6:12pm
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hi Amira. I don't think anyones using rings right now but you seem to be on top of your research so you should be fine. ------------- ALL EYES ON ME |
Posted By: asinnamon
Date Posted: September 14 2007 at 8:22pm
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You could check out the demos at http://www.yourhairshop.com - www.yourhairshop.com and http://www.doctoredlocks.com - www.doctoredlocks.com Both have great info and step by step photos. I didn't know Sallys was carrying tips now, I'll have to go take a look!! ------------- |
Posted By: Poose
Date Posted: September 14 2007 at 10:30pm
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One tip, don't push the top tip of the "I" tip through the top of the micro link... like uh...don't let it poke through, and dont install them RIGHT AGAINST your scalp...I guess that's two tips... ------------- ^..^ |
Posted By: Karen Shelton
Date Posted: September 15 2007 at 11:10pm
Hi Amira,
I have a good friend with naturally curly hair. She buys Remy HH with a natural wave pattern and then curls the extensions with irons or hot rollers to match her natural curl pattern. She also uses overnight rag roller sets or sponge rollers and said that they will work well too. So you are definitely on the right track. If you feel comfortable, we would love to see the end result.
Oh yes...I forgot. She has also permed HH extensions in the past and did a pretty good job of matching her own curl pattern. It can be a little tricky but she was really happy with the results.
------------- That which doesn't kill you makes you stronger or drives you totally insane. :-) |
Amira wrote:Posted By: Karen Shelton
Date Posted: September 15 2007 at 11:10pm
Yes...those are both great tips. Especially the one about right against the scalp. I was talking to a extension trainer yesterday and she told me that same thing.
Thanks so much. ------------- That which doesn't kill you makes you stronger or drives you totally insane. :-) |
Posted By: Amira
Date Posted: September 16 2007 at 6:21am
Okie, I'll remember that. Thank you everyone for replies and links. And OMG @ http://www.yourhairshop.com - www.yourhairshop.com ! They're having a 45% sale on the I-tips/Stick hair! I'd better grab some up if this goes well for me!
I did notice most people talk about wefting on this site. Guess I'll have to be my own guinea pig for a day!
 Hopefully I don't turn out looking like one.Pictures probably will be taken when the process is complete. I should be able to post them. We shall see!
Thank you guys again
-A
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Posted By: Amira
Date Posted: September 16 2007 at 6:22am
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Karen Shelton, what is Remy HH? I'm not familiar with the HH part. lol |
Posted By: asinnamon
Date Posted: September 16 2007 at 9:07am
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remy HH = remy(cuticle aligned) human hair
Good luck, take your time. Once you get a rythme going, you'll get the hang of it!! ------------- |
Posted By: Amira
Date Posted: September 16 2007 at 6:15pm
| Thank you, asinnamon |