Recent work

I wanted to show off just a few lovely client’s that I have worked with recently. Let me know if you have questions regarding any of the installation or removal processes.

Hand tied weft installation. One weft for density, same length as natural hair. Installation time, 30 minutes.

Hand tied weft after installation.

Fusion installation. 6 packages fusion body wave installed throughout the head. Installation time 3 1/2 hours.

Fusion installation after completion. Styled with triple barrel curling iron.

Fusion installation after.

Fusion installation after.

Fusion installation. One row, about 28 pieces to increase density. Additional 8 pieces placed near each ear to increase side density while being easily able to disguise with pony tail and braids.

Before fusion installation. The removal process was particularly tricky, it was another brand that I don’t recommend.

Fusion extensions after. 6 packages of fusion and micro fusion placed all over the head. Installation took 4 1/2 hours. We did additional trimming and texturizing after this photo was taken.

So there you have just a few of the new projects that I have done. If you would like to schedule a consultation let me know. I can do an in person or over the phone consultation. I am booking out into September right now.

Hair Extensions for Density

Usually when people think of hair extensions they think of a large an intensive project. This does not have to be the case! Some of my favorite projects are adding just a bit of hair to increase the density without adding much or any length at all. Besides being a less expensive project it is also far less time consuming. Some clients only add 15-30 single strands of hair in the temple area to achieve a fuller, thicker look. Maintenance is a breeze for these projects sometimes taking as little as 20 minutes for a routine adjustment. If you are curious what a little bit of density would do for your hair schedule a consultation and we can talk about all the options that are available for you.

Hand Tied Weft, 1 row added for density

Fusion extensions 100 pieces to add density and 2” of length.

Hand Tied Weft Class

I took another hand tied weft class from a local distributor today. It wasn’t Aqua and I’ll tell you a few big differences that I noticed. The method of installation leaves the client’s natural hair much more vulnerable to breakage and tension. Both of those are a problem. The support provided by the thread and the knotting does seem slightly more delicate but I feel it also leaves the client’s natural hair more vulnerable to feeling stress from the installation. I did meet some really nice people in the class. Including another local stylist who is also named Jenn B, she works with my favorite beauty school colleague and we had the same color nail polish! We were meant to be together.

The class was all day long! It seemed to be oversold to me, there were about 50 students and only 3 educators. The students were crammed in together so tightly that the educators could hardly get in between us to answer our questions.

The class also seemed a little scattered. It moved in a linear direction from consultation to checkout and I liked the tips that they gave us in both of those arenas. Since I have been doing hair extensions for a long time I was comfortable with not being able to ask a lot of questions because I already knew the answers, but if I was a stylist that was new to extensions I don’t think that I would have left that class feeling confident to charge the client the amount they suggested for the services that would be rendered after that training. An example is that they never covered what to do if you run out of string during the installation, what to do if you miss a knot, miss a bead, the weft sags because it doesn’t get included in the sewing. What to do with a client who doesn’t have enough hair in the temple area for a successful installation. What to do if a bead bucles or breaks and you have a difficult time removing it. There can be a whole lot of problems and if a stylist is going to charge a premium price that they are going to be required to provide all the solutions.

Anyhow I did enjoy the class. The company did give away a ton of great product and discounts. The videos that they showed were a great way to allow everyone to see the method of installation and removal. I do feel like I got my money’s worth out of the class. Oh and the fed us lunch and I love that they held the training in town and at my favorite hotel, The Riverside in Garden City, ID.

So many people!

EXTENSION CONSULTATION

Hair extension consultation

Hair extension consultations are complimentary at Blís salon. A consultation will only take about 15  minutes, but it is an invaluable part of the extension process. During the appointment we will discuss a number of things:

• Your desired style, adding length, density or both
• Maintenance both daily and monthly time commitment
• Cost of desired extension installation
• Color and texture match of your hair to extension swatches
• Set an appointment for the installation
• Possible challenges

Schedule your consultation today so we can create your perfect look.