Clip-in Versus Tape-in Hair Extensions

Longer and thicker hair is something almost every person wants to achieve, and these days it's so simple to do that.

In this post, we will fall into seeing what the differences are between clip-in hair extensions and tape-in hair extensions.

Keep examining to see which one is best for you.

ABOUT CLIP-INS & TAPE-INS HAIR EXTENSIONS

Clip-in hair extensions are manufactured of real or synthetic hair, with wig clips joined at the weft so that you can quickly clip them in your hair and take them out in minutes.

Hair extensions are made of 100% human hair extensions, but some brands offer synthetic and real hair mixtures for a major cut off the price of a full headset.

Clip-in hair extensions increased to popularity on YouTube when a kind of beauty and hair gurus started wearing them in their “Get Ready with Me” and cute hairdo videos.

They make a great addition to hairstyles that demand length and thickness, especially if you’re not one to stick with one type of hairdo for a long time.

They make a glorious addition to hairstyles that demand length and thickness, mainly if you’re not one to stick with one type of hairdo for a long time.
Tape-ins are extensions with sticky tape at the base of a weft which sticks to your natural hair when installed. This is a little more of a semi-permanent solution to your thin and short hair problems than clip-ins are.

Many hairstylists promote tape-ins, however, they can be much more costly and need touch-ups as your hair grows. This can be pretty cumbersome and demanding.

INSTALLATION OF CLIP-INS VERSUS TAPE-INS HAIR EXTENSIONS

The installation of your hair extensions will make the difference between a super cute new hairdo, and a failure.

A bad installation implies that you can see the wefts through bumps on your head, loose hair, and even hairpieces coming out.

Wigs and weaves often need your natural hair to be braided. With clip-ins and tape-ins, braiding your hair for installation is not necessary.

CLIP-IN EXTENSIONS INSTALLATION

Part your hair with a rat ytail comb to achieve the wanted style
Take your wider wefts that have more clips (for example, Hair has 2 4-clip and 3-clip wefts) and install on the back of your head
Clip the 2-clip and 1-clip wefts on the sides of your head
Comb or brush to make sure wefts are not visible
Clip-ins related to tape-ins do not take as long to install.

They also do not take as much care and steadiness of the hands either. They can be done by yourself or by someone else.

It can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes.

If you're uncertain about what style you want to try, then you can unclip, and part, then reclip as desired.

If you need a visible pattern on how to install clip-in hair extensions yourself, check out how it's done in this video.

TAPE-IN EXTENSIONS INSTALLATION

Part hair where the extensions will go
Remove the backside of the tape
Correctly place the backside of the tape following a short section of your hair while as close to the scalp as feasible
Even down hair onto the taped extension
Remove the top seal of the tape
Take another small piece of taped extension and place on top of the previous piece
Tape-ins should be done by an expert which will cost you money. You can attempt to do tape-ins yourself, but it is very dull and you are most likely to mess up.

A tape-in installation can take up to half an hour. The adhesive that holds on to your natural hair is essential, so you can't rush it. This is why you'd need someone else to do this for you for your hair's sake.

HOW TO MAINTAIN CLIP-IN AND TAPE-IN EXTENSIONS?

Hair maintenance would be the difference between ratty, falling-out hair, and beautiful full hair.

As with anything, maintaining your hair extensions with the most care is the secret to having damage-free hair just like your natural hair.

To keep your hair extensions in great shape:

Always use a sulfate-free shampoo and silicone-free conditioner.
Never ring the hair when you wash it. To dry your wet hair, remove the hair gently and place it on a towel overnight to air dry (this only applies to clip-ins).
Never use a rat tail comb to detangle extensions, ever. That is asking for casting galore which eventually can turn into tangles that grow into a matted mess.
Use a detangling brush to brush out hair.
Deep condition once a month to keep the hair moisturized and healthy.
When using heat, be sure to use a good anti-heat serum or spray to protect the hair.
Store the hair in an enclosed box to make sure nothing damages it (this only applies to clip-ins).
Using any silicone or oil-based products at the root while using tape-ins will cause issues. Those products will break down the adhesive which wastes the money you spent and will have you dishing out more to get your hair done again.

There is a lot of talk in the hair world about other ways to use hair extensions, and you’ve just learned about two new ones. Now whether you like clip-ins or tape-ins, always do your research and your Googles to make sure you make the right choice for you and your lifestyle. Youtube is also a great platform to check reviews on these hair extension types and so onward.

What are your thoughts on clip-in versus tape-in extensions? Which do you prefer or would like to try? Let us know by leaving a comment.

HOW MUCH DOES CLIP-INS VERSUS TAPE-INS COST?

Clip-in hair extensions are hands down the cheaper alternative. The reason being is that you aren’t reliant on an expensive hair salon to install the hair since you can easily do them by yourself.

You also do not need to go in to get them adjusted as your hair grows. With great gentle care, your clip-in hair extensions will last up to 1 year or more.

With tape-in hair extensions, you must buy the hair extensions, find a hairstylist, and go to upkeep appointments.

Is it worth it?

While both super useful technique’s prices mainly depend on the hair brand you choose, tape-in extensions will definitely run your pockets dry faster than clip-ins will.

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