Fusion hair extensions are one of the most popular hair extension methods, allowing you to achieve truly wonderful results. This method suggests using keratin bonds to attach the extended strands to the client's natural hair.
In this article, we will talk about the two main types of material used for fusion hair extensions: Italian keratin glue grains and gel keratin grains.
CONTENTS
- What Is Keratin Glue?
- What Is the Difference Between Gel Keratin and Standard Keratin Glue?
- How to break down standard and gel keratin bonds?
This article could be useful both for hairstylists who are looking for quality material for making keratin bonds and for customers who want to know the difference between gel keratin beads and Italian keratin beads, which are considered the standard in the K-tip hair extensions industry.
What Is Keratin Glue?
No fusion hair extensions are imaginable without Italian keratin glue. This is a safe polymer that allows hair extensions to be attached to your head without harming your natural hair. Keratin glue beads that are used to create bonds are completely safe and suitable for all hair types.
To choose quality keratin glue grains, place them under a UV lamp. If the product is original, it should have a characteristic neon glow. This keratin is hypoallergenic and harmless for your hair or scalp while also being invisible and comfortable to wear. It is the most convenient type for the hairstylist to work with as it allows you to create keratin bonds of any size, securely attach them to the head, and also gently remove them during the reapplication procedure.
Watch out for the cheap fakes! If you purchase cheap, low-quality keratin, you risk causing serious harm to your hair, which may lead to increased breakage or even hair loss due to the excessive density and inelasticity of the material.
Other possible problems may include:
- extended strands may not hold well and begin to slip (you will have to go through another extension procedure)
- some bonds may not be strong enough to keep the extended hair in and it will begin to fall out (which leads to the loss of original density)
- cheap, fake material is harder to process - it barely melts poorly, it spreads all over the place, and does not allow the bond to form correctly. As a result, the client will feel uncomfortable while wearing their fusion hair extensions and can even experience pain.
What Is the Difference Between Gel Keratin Glue and Italian Keratin Glue?
Currently, there are two main types of keratin glue beads for hair extensions available on the market: standard Italian keratin glue and gel keratin.
Both are used to create bonds to attach extended strands to the natural hair as well as to rebond hair extensions during the reinstallation procedure.
Standard Italian keratin has been around for quite a while. Gel keratin is relatively new as it was introduced in late 2019. As a result, not many hairstylists are aware of its benefits and know how to work with gel keratin.
The main differences between the two types are:
- Melting temperature: Standard Italian keratin melts at 180-200°C while gel material melts at 200-220°C. Make sure your hair extension iron supports this temperature mode.
- Stronger fixation: Gel keratin glue allows much stronger fixation, avoiding the extended strands from slipping down while wearing extensions.
- Density: Compared to standard keratin, gel keratin allows you to create a better-sealed, beautifully shaped bond that melts better and holds well. Due to its density, such material is easier to twist into a neat, streamlined shape.
- Color palette: Italian keratin comes in only 3 colors: clear, black, and brown.
Unlike standard, hard-to-melt keratin, gel keratin glue beads come in a greater variety of shades, making it easier for stylists to match the natural hair color of their clients.
Also, using keratin gel reduces the risk of your fingers getting burned. Finally, the resulting bonds will be easier to clean and will last the client longer.
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How to break down standard and gel keratin bonds?
It’s actually quite simple. To remove any type of bonds (whether it’s standard or gel keratin), you just have to use hair extension removal pliers and keratin bond remover liquid that helps to soften keratin bonds.
Using these tools allows beauty specialists to gently remove extended strands without damaging the client's natural hair.
Hair extensions with keratin bonds are one of the most convenient and practical extension methods. Choosing high-quality material for your K-tip extensions means you care not only about your clients but also about the reputation of your beauty salon.
