Today, any woman who decides to grow her hair can solve this problem as safely as possible using an ultrasound procedure.
What it is
Ultrasonic hair extensions are a combination of cold and capsule treatments. The essence of the procedure is that a special apparatus, which is based on forceps, melts the capsules with ultrasound. Hair lengthening occurs using natural locks, which can then be dyed and curled. Since laser extension involves softening keratin capsules with a laser, there is no need to use excessively high temperatures.
The substance contained in the capsules is used to attach additional hair to your own hair, as well as provide maximum protection to the hair.
Due to the fact that the effect of ultrasound is directed only to the connection points, the fastenings are almost invisible.
The substance is a synthetic keratin made of fibers, the composition of which almost completely coincides with the composition of natural hair. With its use, it is possible to increase the hair length up to 60 centimeters. Ultrasonic extension appeared relatively recently - in 2006, and before that, the girls could choose either the capsule or the tape method. However, in the first case, the hair structure was quite destroyed, and the second method was not suitable for short or thin hair.
An ultrasound technique is considered absolutely safe and non-traumatic.
The cost of the procedure is a combination of several components: how much the material itself costs, how much it is used, how high the qualifications of the specialist are, and in what region the buildup is taking place. The maximum price may be 100 thousand rubles. Since this procedure is expensive, it is important to choose a trusted specialist who is responsible for the quality result.
Advantages and disadvantages
It is worth starting with the fact that ultrasonic extension does not bear any harm. It is carried out very quickly - in a couple of hours everything will be ready, although sometimes this interval can increase up to 4 hours. The hair is lengthened with the help of natural locks, creating a harmonious final picture. The capsules themselves will not be felt among the curls and create any inconvenience to the hostess. Additional locks are invisible, since they do not differ at all from the “native” hair, and will not fail prematurely.
The mistress of hair extensions can visit baths and pools, swim in the sea and experiment with hairstyles without any problems.
It is important to mention that even girls with a ten-centimeter haircut are allowed to carry out the procedure.
If we talk about the shortcomings, we should start with the high cost of the procedure, for which you will have to pay at least 15 thousand rubles. In Moscow and St. Petersburg, the starting price is 20 thousand rubles. In addition, the mandatory correction takes a lot of time, and many care products are banned - oils, sprays, balms and other products can simply soften the capsules, and the hairs, in turn, will disappear.
For some, it may be inconvenient for someone to grow extra volume with a laser only on healthy hair. It is important to mention that ultrasound is contraindicated for a specific group of people.
The procedure is prohibited for diseases of the scalp, active "hair fall", as well as a disturbed hormonal background.
In addition, you should refrain from building during the recovery period after severe stress of the body, for example, illness or childbirth, as well as with exacerbation of chronic diseases.
It is also worth adding that the term of wearing keratin on hair without consequences is only six months.
Then the artificial strands should be removed, and the hair should be allowed to rest, while carrying out strengthening procedures. In order to improve the overall health of the hair during the “rest” period, it is advisable to apply nourishing masks and rinse hair after washing with herbal infusions.
Features of the procedure
To build, the specialist will need an average of 120 high-quality locks - European or Russian. These should be real curls that are processed with a special tool, and then soaked in water for 30 days. After processing, the hairs will be completely transparent after the loss of pigment, and they can be dyed in the desired shade. Dyeing is done with a dye intended for cashmere, the pigment of which comes under the flakes. At the final stage, they are held together by keratin.
The direct process begins with the fact that the hairdresser creates several horizontal partings, distributing all the hair into strands. All false hair is attached at a distance of 1 centimeter from the roots. The ultrasound apparatus acts on the capsule and thereby "glues" its hair and others. By the way, a round capsule will have to be formed independently, while the forceps themselves create a flat one.
The maximum hair length along with additional locks can be 1 meter. They can be painted in any desired shades.
Technical process
Before the procedure, the master enters into the ultrasound machine important information regarding the structure of the hair of the person to whom the extension will be done. This is usually the thickness and type of hair. Based on the data obtained, ultrasonic waves are formed, and it is also determined how long the procedure will be carried out and with what power.
If the hair length is too short and does not reach the required 6 centimeters, then using the same ultrasound, microwaving can be carried out. In this case, the thickness of the donor strands is 2 times less, and the duration of the whole process reaches 4 hours.
Hair Care
Special hair care, the length of which is increased with a laser, is not required. It is enough to simply rinse the head in an upright position with a shampoo suitable for a specific type of hair, approximately once every couple or three days. However, the comb should be of high quality and made of natural materials. Particular attention should be paid to bristle quality. An alternative can be a regular comb, but with rare teeth it is necessary without balls.
When combing hair, the first thing to do is to process the hair along the entire length, and then pay special attention to the roots. Before going to bed, it is important to dry the curls and, if possible, braid them in braids. If the desire or need to use any masks or balms is still present, then they must be applied along the entire length, but avoiding the root zone. However, it should be only drugs intended for this healing purpose.
Correction
Once every 2 or 3 months it is important to undergo a correction procedure, since natural hair grows anyway. Correction occurs as follows: artificial strands are carefully removed and moved closer to the roots. The capsules soften with a special solution, thanks to which their and donor hair breaks up.
Then keratin is applied to additional strands and a new extension is carried out. Although the procedure is time consuming, it is necessary. It is important to mention that it is recommended to implement it only with the master who initially carried out the building.
Reviews
Ultrasound hair extensions collect extremely positive opinions. Most women note that the additional volume is immediately noticeable, and new curls look completely natural and even “chic”, not standing out from the total mass of hair. Some clients, however, note that keratin capsules are felt for about the first week, but then this side effect disappears.
Capsules are completely invisible to others, and they can only be gently felt at the junction.
A small drawback of the procedure can be called the fact that not every master copes with it.
Girls also note that the term of wearing extended hair without correction can reach three months. There is a point of view that if you attach a large number of strands, keratin can adversely affect natural hair, and after removing the strands, the picture will be depressing. However, this is rather an exception to the rule, which largely depends on the skill of the specialist who performed the task.
You can watch the process of ultrasonic hair extensions in the video below.
