Keratin Tips Application

Keratin Tips Application

1. PREPARATION 

1. Clarify the Natural Hair

  • Shampoo with a clarifying formula only. No conditioner.

  • Dry completely and brush through until perfectly smooth.

2. Section Cleanly

  • Start from the nape and work upward in clean, horizontal rows. Use Sectioning Pads for a better result.

  • Sections must be fine enough for visibility and precise placement.

3. Match Strand Density

  • Each Keratin Tip should be paired with a natural hair section of equal density.

  • Too much or too little natural hair will affect longevity.

2. APPLICATION 

1. Isolate a Perfect Strand
Use a pincher tool or tail comb for clean, tension-controlled sections.

2. Position the K-Tip Bond

  • Always use a Plastic Shield to protect the client's scalp.
  • Place the bond ¼ inch (0.6 cm) away from the scalp.

  • Ensure it does not touch the scalp directly for comfort and movement.

3. Heat & Melt the Keratin

  • Use a professional fusion tool. make sure it has different temperature settings.

  • Melt until soft, we recommend take a single bond and test it  — avoid overheating or liquifying excessively, this will create shedding.

4. Roll, Seal & Smooth

  • Roll the softened keratin around the natural hair into a smooth, cylindrical bond.

  • Keratin bonds should be fully sealed with clean edges.

5. Continue Row by Row

  • Maintain even spacing and parallel alignment.

  • Bonds should fall naturally with the client’s head shape.

3. PLACEMENT GUIDELINES 

  • Leave 1–2 natural rows around the perimeter for styling flexibility.

  • Maintain ¼–½ inch spacing between each bond.

  • Avoid weak, fragile areas near the face frame or crown whorl.

  • Use color and density mapping for seamless blends.

4. BLENDING & FINISHING

Dry-Cut & Detail

  • Point-cut or slide-cut to blend extensions into natural hair.

  • Add soft face-frame layers if needed.

Style With Care

  • Hair can be curled, flat-ironed, and styled as normal using moderate heat.

5. AFTERCARE (Give to Client) 

  • Do not wash for 48 hours after installation.

  • Use only sulfate-free, extension-safe products.

  • Avoid oils, conditioners, or serums at the root area.

  • Brush gently 2–3 times daily with an extension-safe brush.

  • Sleep with hair in a loose braid or low ponytail.

  • Avoid direct heat on the bonds.

6. MAINTENANCE

  • Schedule a check-in every 6–8 weeks.

  • Removal must be performed professionally using approved keratin remover.

7. PROFESSIONAL NOTES

  • Always select the correct K-Tip texture, color, and density.

  • Ensure each bond is sealed cleanly — no flat spots, no sharp edges.

  • Avoid installing on compromised or overly fragile hair.

  • Clean, precise sectioning = clean, long-lasting bonds.

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