The truth about Brazilian technique hair extensions

Brazilian thread extensions (also known as Brazilian knot extensions) are becoming very trendy. It's similar to the popular "piqué lâché" hairstyle.

With so many women around the world looking for simple ways to achieve longer, more beautiful hair, it's fantastic to see that the Brazilian hair extension technique called "Brazilian knot extensions" or "elastic thread extensions" is now widely available as a safe and durable alternative.

This technique is extremely popular now, and there are a number of reasons why this is the case. To start, it does not damage your own hair and provides a wonderfully light and natural look that is fantastic.

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Of course, before you embark on any major hair change like this, there are a few important things to read and consider.

Here are some of the main factors to consider when determining if Brazilian thread or knot hair extensions will be perfect for you.

What it entails

Simply put, this is a hair extension method that involves new hair being added and secured by a number of fine elastic threads added to your hair. The additional hair is added little by little, attaching only a few strands at a time for a better fit.

The elastic thread used has been specially designed to prevent any damage to the hair and to allow for a high level of creativity and versatility in styling methods that can be used. It also creates an incredibly strong yet flexible bond between the hair and extensions that is durable while being very gentle on the surrounding hair.

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This hair extension method does not involve glue or any other type of material that could damage your hair. This means they won't react badly to conditions such as heat, shampoo, or rain, and they are ideal for women who lead active lives and don't want to worry about taking care of their hair every moment of the day.

You can also expect the extensions to stay in very good condition and grouped until it's time to have them removed at a professional hair salon like BRASILHAIR. Some people may feel a little pressure during the first two days after tightening, but this will disappear, while others feel no discomfort whatsoever.

Although this is pretty much the lightest way to add hair extensions possible, some women also say they can "feel" the extensions at first. After a few days, this sensation will completely disappear, and everything will feel exactly like your own natural hair.

Ideally, your own hair will be about 6 to 8 inches long (although at BRASILHAIR, we are very experienced and can therefore work with even shorter hair of 2 to 3 inches) so that these extensions fit perfectly in place. The process of adding these extensions is comfortable and seamless, without having to worry at all about going to the salon to have it done. Don't let neighbors who mistreat or overtighten your hair.

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Go to a hair salon because they are specialists to advise you, and you will be informed of the duration of the extension application in your case, depending on the condition and length of your own hair. Expect it to take up to 5 to 7 hours for the complete process to be finished.

However, at BRASILHAIR, as we are very experienced, we usually take 3 to 4 hours for the entire process, from applying the thread extensions (Brazilian knots) to cutting, blending, and styling the elastic thread extensions (Brazilian knots).

Suitable hair types

This method for making hair longer and fuller can be applied to any hair type as long as it is in good condition, regardless of length. It is particularly popular with women with Afro and mixed-race hair who want a beautiful and natural look. We also have many customers with Caucasian hair who get elastic thread extensions.

 

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You may need to straighten your own hair before adding Brazilian thread hair extensions, to facilitate the addition of the thread extensions and achieve a wonderfully uniform look. This is a move that makes a lot of sense and can be easily done using a safe hair straightening treatment such as organic Brazilian straightening Acqua Coco.

In fact, by using the organic Acqua coco straightening process, people's natural hair is so stimulated that it often begins to grow faster (it's based on coconut pulp, coconut water, coconut oil and Omega 3). The elastic thread extensions technique is ideal if you want to let your own hair grow enough to replace the hair extensions naturally over time.

Thread hair extensions can be easily added to straight and slightly wavy hair without requiring any additional pre-treatment. When you go to a salon for an assessment, the expert will take some time to examine your hair texture before recommending the best way to proceed.

If you choose straightening or relaxing to smooth your hair first, you will also be advised if you need to return for hair straightening later. In this case, it would be to prevent the extensions from tangling when new curlier hair starts to grow back.

In addition, if your own hair is currently damaged for this trendy and popular hair extension method, a keratin hair treatment or Botox hair treatment could help prepare it. When this treatment is performed, treated hair can grow up to 6 inches in a year, meaning it won't be long before your hair is long enough for Brazilian knots to be retightened or redone.

How long do thread extensions last?

Another piece of good news is that Brazilian thread hair extensions are designed to last for several months once in place, 4 to 6 months. This is one of the reasons why they are such a good choice for anyone looking for a reasonably long-term way to improve the appearance, length, and volume of their natural hair.

In fact, they will maintain their fantastic appearance for up to 4 to 6 months after installation. During this time, you can style your hair as you wish, color it, and do everything you would normally do to care for it.

Even if they are often subjected to extreme conditions of heat and cold or if you exercise (shampooing, blow-drying, flat ironing...) vigorously every day, your Brazilian thread extensions will not be affected in any way. You can also use a hairdryer and flat iron as you normally would without any worry.

As mentioned earlier, women with Afro and mixed hair may need to consider a straightening treatment such as Acqua Coco to keep their hair supple and smooth while using these hair extensions. However, this will not affect the lifespan of the Brazilian thread extensions.

 

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If you don't do relaxing or Brazilian straightening, you'll need to consider taking strands that match your hair texture well.

For colored hair, choose extensions of the same color, otherwise color them. You can also take 2 colors of strands and mix them.

If you want to remove them earlier for any reason, simply go to the salon and it can be done quickly and easily. Otherwise, you can enjoy months and months of fantastic hair this way.

        The necessary maintenance

Another huge advantage of this type of hair extension is that it requires virtually no maintenance. You don't need to go back to the salon to have them repaired every few weeks or perform a strict maintenance routine at home.

You can wash your hair as often as you like, style it as you wish, and color it if that's what you want to do. Most women who wear Brazilian knot extensions continue to care for their hair as they normally do.

Aside from that, a few tips to keep in mind include using a plastic brush and preventing individual extensions from getting mixed up with other hair. It is also advisable not to wear a swim cap while these extensions are in place.

When it comes to washing your hair, there are no strict rules for it, just don't scrunch it but rather wash it along its length. However, the best advice is to do it standing up in the shower, as this will eliminate any risk of the extensions tangling.

                   Having them removed

The maximum lifespan for these thread hair extensions is about 4 to 6 months.

It is always best to have Brazilian knot extensions removed by a professional hairdresser. The process is quick and simple, but it's definitely not something to try at home or ask a friend to do, as you could cut your own hair.

The entire removal process should take less than an hour and will leave your hair perfectly fine and intact. It's also a good time to assess how much your own hair has grown during these months and decide if it's now at a length you like or if you want to add hair extensions right away.

If you want new thread extensions added immediately, you can do so. This is because it is considered completely safe to use this type of hair extension consecutively for up to 5 years.

You may need to consider another hair straightening treatment such as Acqua coco straightening before doing this, especially if your natural hair is afro and starts to curl again. Your hairdresser will be able to advise you on the best way to achieve the look you are aiming for once your thread hair extensions are safely removed.

After this period, you will need to have a hair expert assess both your hair and scalp before reapplying them.

 

             QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 

 

What are Brazilian knot hair extensions?
We bring you the latest trend from Brazil - thread extensions. This method is gentle on the hair. It is one of the safest hair extension methods as no glue, tape, or heat is used.
Thread or Brazilian knot extensions are the most durable yet safest hair extension method we know.
You can save time and money as you only need to do the extensions once every 4-5 months. The extensions will safely grow out with your natural hair.

How are Brazilian technical thread hair extensions applied?
We take small sections of your hair – about 2mm thick, taking about an equal amount of raw hair. We then place the raw hair on your natural hair and wrap the hair in elastic thread. After that, we tie several knots. Since elastic thread is used to add the hair extensions to your hair, your natural hair remains safe, healthy, and strong. The installed hair extension is very, very secure.
We believe this is the best hair extension technique currently available. This hair extension method is suitable for all hair types, including European, Afro-Caribbean, mixed, and Asian hair types.

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Are Brazilian thread hair extensions suitable for all hair textures?
If you have Afro-Caribbean hair or mixed texture hair types, we recommend doing the keratin treatment or Brazilian straightening. This helps to soften curls, reduce frizz, and make your natural hair super easy to style.
Thread extensions are an integration extension method that needs to blend with your natural hair. The Acqua coco keratin treatment makes washing, blow-drying, and styling hair much easier and faster. This means your natural hair will blend seamlessly and continue to blend perfectly with the extension hair.

Ideal for clients looking for what type of service?
* Invisible hair extensions that blend with natural hair
* Application that does not damage hair (no glue, tape, or heat)
* Long-lasting extension (4-6 months)

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Brazilian technical thread extensions are a strand-by-strand technique. The extensions are applied to each strand using an elastic thread that holds the hair in place. This technique allows you to move your hair freely as if it were your own and style it in different ways, including a neat ponytail, which I love.

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To put it simply, this is a hair extension method where new hair is added and secured by a number of fine threads woven into your hair. The extra hair is added piece by piece, attaching only a few strands at a time for a better fit.
The elastic thread used has been specially designed to prevent any damage to the hair and to allow for a high level of creativity and versatility in the styling methods that can be used. It also creates an incredibly strong yet flexible bond that is durable while being very gentle on the surrounding hair.

This hair extension method does not involve glue or any other type of material that could damage your hair. This means they will not react badly to conditions such as heat or rain and are ideal for a woman who leads an active life and does not want to worry about taking care of her hair every moment of the day.

You can also expect the extensions to stay in very good condition and bundled until it's time to have them removed at a professional hair salon. Some people may experience a little discomfort in the first two days after tightening, but this will disappear, while others feel no discomfort at all.

While this is pretty much the lightest way to add hair extensions possible, some women also say they can "feel" the extensions at first. After a few days, this sensation will completely disappear and everything will feel exactly like your own natural hair.
Ideally, your own hair will be about 6 to 8 inches long (although at BRASILHAIR, we are very experienced and can therefore work with 3 to 4 inch hair) so that these extensions fit perfectly in place. The process of adding these extensions is comfortable and seamless, without having to worry at all about the trip to the salon to have it done.
When you go to a salon for a consultation, you will be informed of the duration of the fitting in your case, depending on the condition and length of your own hair.

Expect the entire process to take up to 6 hours. However, at BRASILHAIR, as we are very experienced, we usually take 3 to 4 hours for the entire process, from applying the Brazilian knots to cutting, blending, and styling the Brazilian knot extensions.

The extension hair is fused into your natural hair a few strands at a time and secured with thread. The thread used for hair extensions has a very thin elastic band running through the center that does not come into contact with the natural hair. Strand-by-strand extensions allow for greater versatility in styling and last up to 4 months.

This hair extension application technique was designed to be safe long-term and easy to maintain. The elastic provides an ultra-strong and flexible barrier, preventing damage to your hair. This creates a "bond" - stronger even than Keratin or glue! 

Unlike glued hair extensions, they do not clump or fuse when exposed to heat and generally do not fall out. The thread extensions themselves tend to remain completely intact until removed by a professional.

Although this method may take longer than weaves, it is definitely worth it as it does not carry the risks of showing traces, offsets, or the difference between the hair and the extensions; which I am not a fan of. Installation can take between 3 and 6 hours.

You can keep them for up to 4 to 6 months and any type of hair can be used, such as Peruvian, Brazilian, Indian, and Cambodian. The choice is yours.