Natural Beaded Row Extensions vs Clip In Extensions

What are Natural Beaded Row Hair Extensions (NBR)

Natural Beaded Row hair extensions, also known as NBRs, are real human hair extensions that are sewn together for each row of hair and attached to a section of natural hair using a meticulous method with a bead and string. The hair extensions are placed in parted rows to blend seamlessly within the client’s hairstyle. The best part about this hair extension method is, that when done with a professional stylist, you can achieve length, thicker hair volume, natural hair textures, and an amazing overall look that will leave you feeling like you belong on the catwalk or movie screen.

Not everyone’s hair grows in with a thick density or can grow their own natural hair to their desired length. With heavily bleached or dyed hair, your hair can become frazzled or in disrepair. As many get older or encounter health issues, their hair can also become much thinner and lose its luster as time passes. Some have even experienced more than their fair share of hair loss due to COVID-19 or even a change in hormones after childbirth.

This is where the magic of the natural beaded extensions known as NBR style comes into play. The best part is, you don’t have to wait weeks to grow your hair. With just one visit to your stylist, you can walk out of that professional salon looking and feeling amazing.

NBR extensions are a type of hair extension service that requires extensive training for each stylist to be able to provide a look that inspires others. Almost everyone knows someone who got hair extensions or has talked about getting their hair done with them. Extensions are installed in one sitting after an extensive consultation is done with a trained professional who can properly assess your hair needs to match your hair desires.

What Are the Major Benefits of NBR Hair Extensions?

NBR Extensions Can Give You Confidence

Having NBR hair extensions has been said to feel life-changing to many who have stepped into a salon and walked out with this incredible service. For most, the feeling of confidence cannot be measured except by the smiles on the faces of those who can feel like themselves again. Who knew that happiness could come from just one visit to your stylist with beaded weft extensions?!

Natural Beaded Row Extensions Are Discreet

Another benefit to natural beaded rows is how discreetly it will blend with your hair. When carefully placed in a professional hair salon, NBR extensions will not show even when pulled back into a ponytail. The way the extensions look and are placed is exceedingly important so that you can get the natural look you deserve with a natural appearance when wearing your hair in multiple styles or fashions. Rock that ponytail or let those tresses fall. Either way, no one will know you have extensions, except your stylist of course.

NBR Hair Extensions Can Be Customized & Dyed

With hairstyles and colors changing with each new season, extensions can change with you as well. If you are like many others out there, you might have a unique hair color or style that is hair to find on any shelf. The great news is that your extensions can be dyed to match your hair and styled the way that you desire.

Many have the impression that everyone with extensions only has exceptionally long hair. Well, that just isn’t the case for all extensions. Since extensions are known for giving fabulous volume where needed, NBR hair extensions can be cut just like any other person’s hair to give more of a volume effect, versus a length effect. This means even shoulder-length hair is available for all NBR clients who just need that extra va va voom when styling their hair in the morning.

Not everyone desires thick hair. Adding two rows or even one row to a client can be just what they were looking for to give them the right added effect even if they have shorter hair. The extension hair should feel as if it is a part of the natural look itself for flawless blending.

Natural Beaded Row Extensions Won’t Cause Hair Loss

With other types of extensions, we’ve all heard horror stories of fine hair, hair loss, thinning hair, and even hair coming out in patches. Depending on your actual hair type, natural beaded row hair extensions should NOT cause you to lose hair any further. Tape-in extensions for example can be exceedingly damaging and if not carefully removed, can pull out your actual hair leaving you with less hair than you began with without extensions.

NBR hair extensions are lightweight and hardly noticeable to the person wearing them. When properly placed, the best extensions should actually support your hair growth over time depending on how well you maintain and care for them. If you have ever worn extensions that were poorly placed or overdone, you will obviously feel as if you have heavy hair weighing you down.

Other types of extensions can be even more difficult to maintain making it a very difficult task to wash your hair. Your hair produces natural oils every day but not being able to wash those oils away every few days can cause a residue or buildup that can prevent new hair growth.

This is why it’s important to consult a professional stylist or expert such as those at Trademark Salon who will be sure to give their client, the hair of their dreams. Hair extension maintenance is very important. They will be sure their hair looks as good as they will begin to feel with their new beautiful extensions!

Are Clip-In Extensions Right For Me?

What are Clip-In Hair Extensions?

Clip-in extensions have been found all over the market to provide a more affordable, cost-effective alternative for those who want the extensions but may not have the time or funds to do so. These can come in synthetic forms or even with actual real hair. Clip-in extensions offer a fantastic alternative and can even be found in some of your local salons.  So what are the benefits of using clip ins versus NBRs?

Less Time Commitment In The Salon

One of the important things to remember is that Natural Beaded Row Hair Extensions do require a considerable time commitment. This is not always desirable for those who don’t dye their hair, people who are more low-maintenance in their hairstyle choices, or those who don’t care to frequent the salon.

Hair extension application requires a commitment from the customer to devote time to their schedule to come into their salon of choice. Natural Beaded Row extensions do require a client to come in every 6-8 weeks to get the extensions moved or risk them beginning to show or even possibly (but rarely) come out.

With a clip-in hair extension, you can clip in your weft of hair simply in minutes. No drive to the salon is required and no fees are applied. However, applying your clip-in extension can be an arduous task without proper guidance and practice. We would recommend purchasing a quality clip-in from your salon to begin with and having your stylist demonstrate how to properly adjust it to blend seamlessly in with your natural hair.

Clip-Ins Are Temporary & Easy to Remove

Some people like change but only for a brief time or maybe even for a specific event. Clip-ins offer the flexibility of showing up for the party with a head full of beautiful, voluminous hair while going home and being able to remove each clip or weft of hair. With the alternative, you will need a professional to move, adjust or remove each hand-tied extension.  Since these type of extensions are easily applied and removable, it can also be suitable for all hair types as well.

Clip-In Extensions are Less Expensive in the Long Run

Natural beaded row hair extensions last quite a long time which can save you time when getting ready but you can also save time and money by not having repeated trips to the salon for installation, upkeep, and adjustments. Clip-ins usually require a one-time payment upfront and can be done in the comfort of your own home.

Some clip-in extensions can be as inexpensive as $70 but you are most likely opting for synthetic hair and not something of great quality. These types of hair extensions cannot be altered or even styled. This means if you wear your hair any other way than what the extension comes in, you cannot blend it in with a natural look.

However, others can range from $200 up depending on the length and how many sections you would need to blend into your hair. We would recommend opting for a clip-in with natural and real quality hair provided by your salon to give you the ability to style it as you please and even have your stylist dye it if your hair color tends to change.

So How Do I Discover Which Hair Extension is Right for Me?

When deciding between NBR extensions and clip-in extensions, you first have to ask yourself what’s important to you, your lifestyle, and your hair needs. To get the hair you desire, it’s best to look at both options and examine your daily routine. Ask yourself questions such as:

• How often do I wash my hair?
• How do I prefer to wear my hair regularly?
• Will I be able to wear my hair up?
• What is my ongoing beauty budget?
• How important is it get my hair full and vibrant?
• When styling my hair, how much time do I want to spend?

If you regularly visit your salon every 6-8 weeks and don’t want the hassle of clipping in hair for every outing, and desire flawless hair that looks like you grew it all by yourself, then it could be a beneficial option to go with natural beaded rows.

If you aren’t ready for the commitment or don’t feel comfortable with hand tied wefts woven into your natural hair, nbr extensions, or otherwise, then clip-ins might be a better option. No matter what you decide, we always recommend consulting a professional stylist to set up a consultation on what works best for you. Whatever you choose, we hope that your feel beautiful and confident in every way!