10 Facts About Hair Extensions
Quick answer: Ten quick, true facts about capsule hair extensions: the method dates to 1991, bonds weigh a fraction of a gram, quality hair lasts over a year, and correct application does no damage. The essentials at a glance. Book on WhatsApp.
The essentials
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | The capsule method was introduced in 1991 by Italian stylist David Gold (Great Lengths). |
| 2 | A micro capsule weighs about 0.4-0.5 g; a nano capsule about 0.2 g. |
| 3 | Keratin bonds come in low, medium and high-melt grades (130-230°C). |
| 4 | Thin hair needs 80-120 strands; thick or short hair 150-250. |
| 5 | Capsules hold 2-4 months before a planned correction. |
| 6 | Premium Slavic hair survives 4-5 correction cycles, over a year of wear. |
| 7 | Correct bonds are invisible, even in a high ponytail. |
| 8 | Damage comes from bad work or home removal, not the method itself. |
| 9 | High-melt keratin holds in Dubai heat, humidity and pools. |
| 10 | Safe removal dissolves the keratin so the strand slides off undamaged. |
Why these matter
Together these facts explain why quality capsule work looks natural, lasts, and protects your own hair. The method is proven, the bonds are tiny, and the hair is reusable when it is the right quality.
Real hair extension work in Dubai
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Watch the work up close
Short vertical clips of the process and real results, so you can see how the bonds look and move before you book.
Frequently asked questions
When were capsule extensions invented?
In 1991, by Italian stylist David Gold of Great Lengths.
How much does a bond weigh?
A micro capsule about 0.4-0.5 g, a nano about 0.2 g.
How long do they last?
2 to 4 months to correction; quality hair reuses over a year.
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