Hair Extensions & Hair Loss FAQs

That depends on your hair density, texture, scalp health, lifestyle and the result you want. I offer several methods, including individual bonds, rings, tapes and wefts. During your consultation, I assess your natural hair and recommend an appropriate option.

Yes. Extensions can be used purely for volume or to fill finer areas, with placement and weight adapted to your natural hair.

Yes. Extensions can contribute to thinning or breakage if they are too heavy, fitted under tension, worn longer than recommended, poorly maintained or removed incorrectly. That does not mean they will always make your hair thinner; suitability, method, placement, weight and aftercare all matter. I assess suitability, explain aftercare and recommend regular maintenance. Extensions are not suitable for every scalp or hair-loss condition.

Yes. I provide hair cutting, Aveda colour and extension fitting in one studio, so your colour, shape and extensions can be planned together. Not all extension hair can safely be recoloured, so this must be assessed first.

Yes. I work with a wide range of hair textures and can discuss methods and hair options to achieve a natural blend.

Wear and maintenance depend on the method, your hair growth and aftercare. Tapes commonly need attention around every 4–6 weeks, and wefts around every 6–10 weeks. Individual extensions must be reviewed regularly and should not be left in beyond the recommended wear period.

Use the recommended aftercare products, cleanse the scalp gently, avoid rubbing attachments, and dry attachment areas thoroughly. Brush carefully with an specialist extension brush designed for hair extensions. Keep excessive heat away from bonds and tapes. I demonstrate your aftercare at fitting.

Yes, I offer Bring Your Own Hair fitting, subject to a consultation and checking that the hair and attachment method are suitable. I cannot guarantee the quality or longevity of hair supplied elsewhere.

Professional removal is strongly recommended. Pulling or cutting attachments can damage your natural hair. Please book removal if you experience matting, discomfort or slipping.

Possibly. Fine or thinning hair needs careful assessment; sometimes we can start with a small amount and build gradually if your hair is coping well. I check your density, scalp and hair condition before recommending a method. I may suggest a lighter option, a topper, a replacement system or postponing extensions if that is safer. Sudden or unexplained hair loss should be assessed by a healthcare professional.

Options may include toppers, custom wigs, mesh or meshless integration, and non-surgical systems. The right choice depends on the area of loss, remaining hair, desired coverage and maintenance preferences.

Her Majesty is my bespoke, skin-like, non-surgical hair replacement system, made from a mould of your head and tailored to the area you want covered—whether that is the crown, nape or another area. The base, colour, length, density and direction are planned with you so the finished result feels personal and blends naturally.

Her Majesty is still a hair system, so it may feel unfamiliar at first, especially if you have lived with little hair for a long time. It is not an off-the-shelf wig: it is made from your mould, fitted to your chosen coverage area, then cut and personalised to frame your face. It stays in place between professional maintenance visits rather than being taken off and put on each day.

You can wear it as part of everyday life, including exercise, and wash and style it while fitted, following the aftercare advice for your attachment method. I understand the worry that it might feel obvious or come loose in the wind. The fit and attachment are planned for secure, natural-looking wear; I will explain what to expect for your individual system.

If the new hair simply feels unfamiliar, I encourage you to give yourself about a week to adjust before deciding whether it is right for you. We can revisit the fit and discuss changes, such as thinning or reshaping, once you have had time to see how it feels. Please contact me sooner if you have pain, irritation or a concern about the fit.

Her Majesty is a significant personal commitment. During your consultation, we will take time to discuss the fitting, ongoing maintenance and recommended aftercare before you decide. Once a bespoke system has been made or fitted, it cannot be returned for a change of mind. Your statutory rights are not affected.

Mesh integration uses a mesh-based foundation to support additional hair, whereas a skin-like system uses a different base designed to imitate the appearance of the scalp. Suitability, attachment and maintenance vary by individual.

I aim for a natural-looking blend by assessing colour, texture, density and haircut. The options available depend on the hair or system selected.

Yes. Salonlareine is a private, one-to-one studio in Kingswood, Bristol. Consultations allow time to discuss your concerns discreetly and explore suitable options.

A consultation is recommended for new extension clients and essential when planning hair-replacement systems or assessing thinning hair. Chat with me on WhatsApp and send clear photos from the front, back and sides, along with a little about your hair history and what you hope to achieve. If you are travelling from further away, this lets me review things before you set off and tell you whether we may be able to combine your consultation and fitting into one visit. Photos are a starting point only; some assessments still need to be in person. You can send me a WhatsApp message at any time to start a conversation. WhatsApp video consultations are by appointment and must be arranged in advance; please message me first to agree a suitable time. I’m unable to take unscheduled video calls during the day.

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It depends on your method and hair growth. Your individual schedule will be explained at fitting; please do not wait until attachments become tangled or uncomfortable.

Browse the current Hair Extensions prices or Hair Replacement prices. Bespoke hair-replacement systems may need an individual quotation after consultation.

Please use the Book Now link on Salonlareine to request an appointment or consultation.