If you are in a mood to switch up your hairstyle, you can add instant volume, length, and body with hair extensions, but with so many options out there in the market, it can be a bit hard to sift through and choose the ones that are right for your desired budget and style. But thankfully, there several ways to narrow down your search from the get-go.

The first choice you have to make is whether the look you like may need tape-in extensions that may last around for six weeks or the clip-ins if you want to switch it up. From there, you may decide whether you want natural human hair, synthetic hair, or a mix of both. It sure is a lot to think about, but there is something for every hair type, color, and texture with the top options available in the market.

Best hair extension brands out there

There is no doubt that long and voluminous locks will always be in style, but some people require hair extensions to get the added length and volume that they want. The following is the list of the hair extensions that the majority of people prefer.

·         Bellami

Bellami is quite a popular name that you must have heard before and with good reason. Bellami has long been a household name in the world of hair extensions, as it offers you both 100 percent certified Remy hair and also high-quality synthetic hair, which is normally quite difficult to find.

You will find the strand quality to be top-tier, and for every styling need, there are several options, including ponytails, bangs, long-term clip-ins, tape-in, sew-in, and various other bonded extension types. You will also find around 20 available colors per product, and this sure is extensive when you consider that you are working with uncolored hair.

·         Cashmere Hair

With the invention of the clip-ins, either for temporary length or fullness, the process of securing extensions has been a source of quite a slight discomfort. The innovative clip-ins from Cashmere Hair not only eliminate this issue, but the silicone-adhesive base means that the roots will no more be teased, and therefore, you will have no cuticle damage to your strands.

Cashmere Hair debuted on ABC’s Shark Tank in 2013 and they have not looked back! They did not get a “deal” from them, but they persevered and now have their own multi-million dollar business. One of the best things about Cashmere Hair is the mix of colors to blend with your own hair. I have 2 sets!

·         Luxy Hair

Halo hair extensions can be the perfect choice for those people who would like to add a little more length & volume without the expertise or hassle of knowing how to install the clip-ins. These are the single-weft pieces where the hair is attached to a headband that you wear around the head & blend by placing hair over the band. As opposed to having a clip or tape in several wefts, it is just a one-step process.

Unlike the other halo-style hair extensions that are one-size-fits-all, Luxy's brand comes with nylon wires and has seven different sizes. Therefore, you can select the one that can be the best fit for you.

·         Zala

The Zala hair extensions can surely be a great choice for the blondes because this Australian brand is well-priced, has super-fast shipping, and most important of all, it has a natural-looking and fantastic color range for blondes.

Almost half of their clip-in offerings happen to come in some shade of blonde, and beyond the free shipping, there are also 60-day returns with the quality that is undoubtedly very competitive. The hair is 100 percent human, while these are also double-drawn, which means that the manufacturers hand-remove the short hair, anything that isn't the exact length as the rest of the hair. I will say that their halo extension piece scares me a bit. It doesn’t seem as secure to me as other brands that have clips added to them. Wait for that big gust of wind and see what happens…lol!

·         Glam Seamless

You must have heard about Glam Seamless being mentioned in the same breath as Bellami, and the reason is that these comparable brands are leading the competition. Known for its silky quality, longevity, and smoothness, you will find Glam Seamless to be superb, while the brand's sew-in and tape-in extensions can last up to 12 weeks. They are also known for their invisible clip-ins. They are made of silicone and lay flatter against your head for a more smooth look. You definitely should make sure that you are taking care of the extensions the same way that you would do for the real locks. This IS human hair!

·         The Hair Shop

The Hair Shop is an industry favorite, and you can count on it for an excellent and professional product. If you have thick hair, but you would like to turn up the volume, you can go for the skinny or naked clip-ins that are not too dense and easy to install.

Before you proceed, you need to keep in mind that anyone who has thick hair should avoid starting from a short cut or blunt bob when trying to achieve a long length and avoid the choppy-looking extension. The best way for you to blend in the extensions is to razor-cut or thin out ends.

·         Great Lengths

So, this brand doesn’t really have clip-in extensions, per se. However, these “clip-in’s” are clipped onto your hair with a keratin bead bond. This is another brand that celebrities frequently wear, and it is a salon-only professional-grade extension brand. Therefore, you will need a qualified stylist in order to install them according to your needs. Their website also has a tool to find a salon near you.

This particular extension brand is loved by many because your source of hair is traceable. Each of their bundle comes from one head, and therefore, you are able to get the same texture throughout. Lastly, this process IS NOT CHEAP. Be prepared to dish out around four figures and several hours of installation…JS

·         Richy Hair

What started as a family business has become a global brand because of Richy Hair's world-famous output. This company is very well known for hand-selecting Russian-Siberian virgin hair. They soak it in a cold and protein-infused bath for a minimum of four weeks so that it can naturally be prepared to be dyed. This results in less damaged and softer hair that can most likely arrive and remain in twice the condition as your hair.

Conclusion

When you select the best hair extension brand for yourself, you need to do some research to know which one offers you the best range of hair color and texture options that can match you. There are many brands with solid and blended color options, and if you are not completely sure about which color to purchase, most of the companies happen to send you a color swatch so that you can test before you commit.

Let me know in the comments which brand of hair extensions are your fave’s!