Pros and Cons of Nano Ring Hair Extensions

Nano ring hair extensions are a fantastic method, especially for those with finer hair.

But what are nano ring hair extensions, how do they compare to other hair extension methods and what are their pros and cons?

The process of fitting nano ring hair extensions involves placing individual strands to small sections of hair, and securing them with a metal nano ring. The nano ring itself (as the name suggests) is tiny and 90% smaller than a traditional micro ring, which is why it is often more suitable for those with finer hair.

How Big Are Nano Ring Hair Extensions?

The main advantage of the nano ring hair extension is that its bonds are incredibly tiny. In fact they’re around 90% smaller than a micro ring, resulting in being crowned one of the smallest bonds available.

They are also available in a variety of colours, making it easier to match them to the root colour they are being fixed too.

When applied professionally, nano ring hair extensions will be extremely secure thanks to adopting a strand by strand method. The trick to secure the rings properly, is to gather the correct amount of natural hair and place it within the ring. So long as the natural hair isn’t excessively oily or soft, the rings will secure perfectly.

Nano ring hair extensions should last when cared for with regular maintenance appointments, anywhere between three and four months, which is a much longer time than other hair extension methods.

Nano Ring Hair Extensions For Thin Hair

Often those who have finer hair, may have struggled in the past finding the right hair extensions and method to suit their hair type.

Other hair extension methods such as wefts, have been prone to showing through on fine hair, making it visible to others that your client has had hair extensions applied. As nano rings are so small they are much easier to conceal even when the hair thin and sparse.

Are Nano Ring Hair Extensions Damaging?

Nano ring hair extensions are not damaging to the natural hair when fitted by a trained professional. In actual fact, they are one of the hair extensions methods that are the least damaging.

They do not require heat or glue to secure them, meaning they will be kinder and gentler on the hair. When it’s time to remove them, they won’t require the typical alcohol or acetone based solution remover unlike the prebonded hair extension method.

As with all salon based hair extensions, we cannot stress enough the importance of ensuring hair extensions are fitted, maintained and removed by a reputable, trained professional.

How Long Do Nano Ring Hair Extensions Last?

Nano ring extensions should last between three and four months, with regular maintenance appointments.

They require more maintenance appointments than other hair extension methods, because the nano rings are so tiny. Ideally a maintenance appointment should be booked for every three-four weeks to keep them in the very best condition, and to last as long as possible.

Traditional hair extension maintenance appointments such as pre-bonded and micro beads, are typically booked every four to six weeks.

Nano Ring Hair Extension Slippage

Due to the size of the nano rings, there may be times when some do slip and are even lost between hair maintenance appointments, which is perfectly normal and to be expected. Some are more predisposed to this happening than others. As we have previously mentioned, if the hair the extensions are fitted to are excessively oily, or soft then this is likely to happen and more often too. So don’t be disappointed if after a fitting appointment you find some have come loose.

Nano ring hair extensions are a great invention but alas like most things in life aren’t suitable for everyone. It all depends on a person’s needs and requirements, so make sure you’ve discussed with your hairdresser which hair extension method would be best suited to you and your hair needs.

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