it's unbeweavable

Hi everyone I hope all is well!
We had a great time today we went to my friend’s house for a bbq and an Easter egg hunt all of the kids had such a great time!

I want to come on tonight and blog about weave lol
Yeah there has been some crazy things going on concerning weave.

Weave theft is on the rise practically in major cities like Houston, ATL, Miami and LA lol I know it sounds ridicules, but it's true and it is costing business owners a lot of money. Here is a video that comes from local Houston news
It’s crazy!

I don't think it's that serious to steal hair but I do feel like the economy is bad and it is making people do stupid and desperate things, in the video thieves are stealing top of the line hair weave that runs anywhere from $40-100 a pack
And they are reselling it on the street for $25.

I feel like this....if it gets to the point in your life that you have to buy stolen weave,
Then you truly need to learn how to grow and take care of your own hair,
It is a lot cheaper :o)

I knew chicks when we were younger who would let their cell phones and other bills get cut off just so they can buy weave, to get there hair done at the shop.

SMHD the sad part is now that I am older, I know grown ass women who do this as well,

I have had coworkers who were behind on everything mortgage, car note, lights etc
but their hair was always fried, dyed, and laid to the side!
(nails stayed done as well lol, but that is a whole nother topic.)

Your priorities should always come first!
Getting your hair done is not a priority nor is it a necessity!

These crooks need to stop stealing weave and selling it, that is just plain ghetto.....











Facts about weave:



her hair is virgin hair, meaning it has never been dyed, permed, relaxed cut ect,
it has never been altered in any way shape or form.
for hair this long she is looking at getting paid well over $1000.


The highest quality extension hair, is virgin hair, it is hair that has never been processed.
The term covers all textures of American hair, European hair, Brazilian hair, Indonesian hair, and Indian hair, High quality extension hair can be chemically altered to achieve a different texture.



Synthetic Hair:


Synthetic hair is made of a wide array of different synthetic fibers. Synthetic hair, just as human hair, comes in weft form, and single strands for braids. Most stylists do not recommend using synthetic hair for weaving. It does not last as long as human hair because it tends to easily tangle and frizz out uncontrollably.

However, the quality of hair varies greatly, and if well maintained, synthetic hair can look as good as, if not better than human hair. Synthetic hair is much less expensive than human hair. The costs can range from $10.00 to $20.00 per package, depending on quality of hair, length, brand.

Heating appliances such as curling irons generally should not be used on synthetic hair.
There are newer versions of synthetic hair that claim to allow styling with lower temperatures of heating appliances, but generally people should steer clear of such claims because you can ruin your hair and possibly burn your self from the melted hair.

Synthetic hair is better used for particular styles of braids. Synthetic hair can usually be shaped into styles by using the steam from boiling water to set the hair.



Human Hair:

some women in Asia grow their hair for years
just to sell it to women in the states and in Europe.

Most human hair used for weaves is derived from Asia. Lower-quality "human hair" extensions are often diluted with animal and synthetic hair to lower the price. Yak hair can be curled, permed, relaxed, and colored. Human hair is, however, more versatile than synthetic hair because it can be colored, relaxed, or curled with heating appliances just like you would do with your own hair. Many people are allergic to yak hair so suppliers are using human hair treated to mimic the African/African American texture. relaxed, curly, or straight weave hair comes in a wide variety of textures, yaki (closely resembles relaxed hair texture), silky (resembling very straight Asian hair), Europeans do not generally sell their hair, so called "European hair" usually comes from India or China.

There are different grades of hair. The highest grade comes from young donors, is gently processed, careful not to damage the cuticles, Remy means the hair's cuticles are facing the direction in which they grew.
The same maintenance that you do on your own hair, should be applied to the human hair weave as well to keep it in good condition.
High quality 100% human hair is more expensive than hair mixed with other materials


Indian Hair and European Hair


Indian Hair has its own inherent advantages: it is simultaneously thin and strong.
European Hair is a popular form of hair, It has a straight and soft texture.
Adequate care must be taken as the market is flooded with fakes.
There is also a widespread misconception that soft and silky hair is the best quality.
Any type of hair can be made soft and silky through the use of certain conditioners or silicon oil.




ways to apply weave:

Sew-in's

First, your hair is braided around the head in circles. Then the braids are sewn down,
then tracks are sewn to the braids. Eight to fifteen tracks are needed for a full head.
Care for this style as you would your natural hair, washing at least once a week.


white people wear sew in's to....


Fusion:

The fusion method delivers one of the most versatile and believable weaves on the market.
With this technique, a machine similar to a hot glue gun is used to adhere human hair extensions to individual strands of your natural hair (about the same size as a micro braid) for a truly authentic look. With a fusion weave, you can wash your hair every week and use products like gels and mousse to style. This is one of the most time-consuming (8 to 16 hours) and expensive methods (prices range from about $800 to $1,800).


heating fusion glue to the weave hair strands.


this will then be melted to the hair.






Netting:

This technique involves braiding natural tresses under a thin, breathable net that serves as a flat surface onto which stylists can weave extensions. Netting provides more flexibility than track placement because the stylist is not limited to sewing extensions to a braid.
This style can last for up to three months if properly maintained. To care for your hair, wash it once a week and invest in a hooded hair dryer or heated cap for at-home maintenance.
"You want to make sure your hair is completely dry so it will not mildew under the net."


Clip In/ Clip On Hair Extensions:





This technique is the least permanent and can be very effective, Usually a set of clip in's average eight strips of human hair in varying widths from two inches to eight inches. Usually starting at the nape of the neck the hair is sectioned neatly, then the weft is places onto this section with the clips open, and facing the scalp. Each clip is snapped into place. It can be useful to lightly backcomb each section for a more secure grip. The clip ins can be worn all day and all night, however, they must be removed before sleeping.





Glue:
Bonding is a popular temporary weaving method and a great way to add volume or vibrant streaks of color to your natural hair. Tracks of hair are glued to the roots of your own hair with a special adhesive. To prevent damage to your natural hair, tracks shouldn't be left for any longer than a week or two.

yuck I hate black glue, this caused so much damage to my hair i would never use that mess again!

so why do so many women wear weaves?
there are many reasons, way too many to list but
what ever your reason is for wearing weave, make sure you continue to take proper care of your own hair underneath, do not wear weaves constantly because sew in's and fusions, glue ect
can cause a lot of stress on your hair.

Make sure to always love and care for the real hair
that is underneath all that weave :o)

Happy Easter Everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!