Glossary
Explore key terms and concepts used in the human hair industry, including hair extensions, hair quality, product construction, and manufacturing. Learn what they mean from a practical manufacturing perspective.
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Cold Fusion Hair Extensions
Cold fusion hair extensions are a semi-permanent extension method that does not require heat or adhesive. Individual extension strands are attached to the natural hair using microbeads. Common types include I-Tip, Y-Tip, and Nano Ring.
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Double Drawn Hair Extensions
Double Drawn Hair refers to hair extensions with a higher percentage of long hair strands and fuller ends. It is not a standardized production grade, and the actual result depends on the product’s Hair Ratio.
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Flat Tip
A semi-permanent pre-bonded hair extension made from human hair, featuring a flat keratin bond for secure attachment, flexible 360° movement, and a lightweight, discreet finish.
Flat Weft
A semi-permanent sew-in hair extension made by double-stitching human hair onto a 5 mm ultra-thin silk base and sealing it with PU, featuring no return hair and a flexible, cut-anywhere design.
Fusion Hair Extensions
Strand-by-strand hair extensions are installed using hot or cold fusion techniques, typically featuring pre-formed keratin-based tips.
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Genius Weft
A semi-permanent weft hair extension made from human hair, featuring an ultra-thin weft base, no return hair design, and PU sealing technology for a lightweight and flexible structure.
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Hand Tied Weft
A semi-permanent sew-in hair extension made from human hair, featuring a 100% hand-tied, ultra-thin weft base for a lightweight, flexible, and nearly invisible finish.
Hot Fusion Hair Extensions
Hot Fusion Hair Extensions are a semi-permanent hair extension method that uses heat to soften pre-bonded keratin tips and attach individual extension strands to the natural hair.
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I Tip
A semi-permanent strand-by-strand hair extension made from human hair, featuring pre-bonded I-shaped keratin tips and a microbead installation method for lightweight, flexible 360° movement.
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Keratin Hair Extensions
Keratin Hair Extensions are a type of semi-permanent individual strand hair extension with a pre-made keratin tip at the top. Depending on the shape and structure of the tip, they can be installed strand by strand using hot fusion or cold fusion with micro beads. Common types include Flat Tip, U-Tip, I-Tip, and Nano Ring.
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Machine Weft
A semi-permanent weft hair extension made from human hair, featuring multiple rows of machine stitching, a durable weft base, and a cut-to-size design for flexible installation.
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Nano Ring
A semi-permanent strand-by-strand hair extension made from human hair, featuring pre-bonded Italian keratin tips and 0.45 mm metal loops, installed with micro beads for lightweight, discreet, and comfortable connections.
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Semi-Permanent Hair Extensions
Semi-permanent hair extensions are a type of hair extension method that uses tape, keratin bonds, microbeads, or wefts to attach extensions to natural hair. They can stay in the hair for several weeks and need regular maintenance.
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U Tip
A semi-permanent fusion hair extension made from human hair, featuring a pre-bonded U-shaped keratin tip for a secure, discreet, and flexible attachment.
