Lengths Of Extensions: Detailed Guide To Select Ideal Length

Lengths of extensions come in a variety of lengths suited for different occasions, preferences and styles. Whether you are expecting a subtle voluminous hairstyle or surprising transformation, understanding extensions length is the key to achieve your desired appearance. Let’s explore useful tips to opt for suitable length of extensions with Jen Hair!

Understanding various lengths of extensions

For a newbie, selecting the perfect length of extensions is so difficult. However, through our below comprehensive guide, we believe you can jump to the conclusions based on your expected look.

Shoulder length (12 – 14 inches)

Shoulder-length extensions were born for those who seek a flexible and attractive hairstyle. It allows you to try any fashionable hairstyles that you feel into such as sleek bobs, subtle waves and any other,…. Whether you’re preparing for casual style or luxury parties, shoulder-length extensions can do it for you.

Medium length (16 – 18 inches)

If you are into voluminous waves, updos or curls, medium lengths of extensions are a perfect choice. It is a perfect choice for both scorching hot summers and cold winters. Now, at Jen Hair, our skilled stylists can add volume and thickness to your hair, contributing to a confident and attractive appearance.

Long length (20 – 22 inches)

There is nothing more graceful and feminine than long lengths of extensions. At this kind of length, you can style whatever you want such as French braiding or energetic high sleek ponytail. At Jen Hair, we provide customers with lengths of extensions famous for their natural appearance, high quality and smooth combination with your natural hair.

Extra-long length (24 – 26 inches)

Don’t be afraid if you own very long hair because we’ve offered extra-long lengths of extensions. Due to high quality materials, it will offer you the comfortability all day long whether it’s scorching hot or not. 

How to opt for a suitable length of extension?

There are various factors we need to take into consideration when choosing the perfect length of extensions. Below is the detailed guide from our experts!

Depending on your purpose

• Adding volume to natural hair: If you want to add bouncy and volume to your natural hair, don’t forget to select lengths of extensions that are about 5.1 cm (2 inches) longer than your hair base. However, if natural look is your aim, let’s opt for extensions which are within 10 cm (4 inches) of your natural hair length.

• Adding extra length regardless of your natural hair length: In this case, current length of your natural hair is no need to be taken into consideration. Depending on your look you would like to achieve, it’s easier for you to opt for lengths of extensions ranging from 18 to 30 inches.

Depending on your hair type

In fact, hair texture plays a vital role in deciding which length of extensions is suitable for yourself. This table can help you save a lot of time making the perfect choice.

Depending on your face shape

Do you know that opting for the suitable length of extensions can accentuate your facial features? As a result, we will help you choose best option based on this pivotal factor:

• Round face: To create a slimming effect, the perfect choice is 18-inch lengths of extensions.
• Square face: Which can soften angular features best is wavy or soft extensions whose lengths are from 16 to 20 inches.

• Oval face: There are a variety of hair lengths which can compliment this face shape.
• Heart-shaped face: To balance the face features, you need to add hair volume around the chin by lengths of extensions 14 to 18 inches.

FAQ

How many types of hair extensions?

To be honest, there are a plethora of hair extensions. Some of the most famous for high quality and natural look are Keratin, Halo, sew-in, weft, clip-ins, bonded, tape-ins. Moreover, there are human and synthetic hair extensions. All of them can be easily found in Jen Hair at an affordable price.

Whether lengths of extensions affect hair weight or not?

Of course, the longer the extensions are, the heavier and stronger attachment methods to maintain them. Thanks to cliphair, we currently select whatever lengths and weights that are suitable for personal needs.

Can you layer hair extensions with various lengths?

Until now, there are many people who don’t know that we can layer hair extensions with different lengths. The mix and match between 18, 20 and 22 inches can provide us with a flowy and natural hairstyle. 

How to self-measure your natural hair length?

Because hair extensions often stay around ear level, you should measure from the top of ear to the end of natural hair. Then, you place the tape about 2.5 cm (1 inch) above your ear and measure the total length of your natural hair. If you have curly or wavy hair, do not forget to pull it straight before measuring.

Embarking on the lengths of extensions journey will be easier if you are equipped with necessary knowledge. By gaining a deeper understanding of extensions measuring methods, we can achieve a stunning and natural look. In case you are a newbie, don’t forget to contact Jen Hair’s hotline for further and detailed consultation.