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Friday 25 January 2013

Halo Hair | The Halo Review



 Halo Hair Extensions | 'The Halo' in 'Dark Blonde' (20inch) £99.99* - www.halohairextentions.com

A while back, I had the chance to try some hair extensions from the lovely folks at 'Halo Hair' and was so excited to give their infamous 'halo' concept a whirl. I've tried clip-in extensions in the past and I love how much volume they provide, but hate how much of a 'faff' they can be - The Halo is glue-free, clip-free and sits on the crown of your head without the need for spending ages on application.  If you wish to read my first impressions and learn a little more about the concept then you can read my previous post here.  I thought I would take the chance to answer a few questions I had at the beginning, offer an all round general opinion and hopefully help some of you decide whether or not the Halo is for you. If you want to learn more about application then there are videos and step-by-steps provided on Halo's website here.  

Is application as easy as it looks?
Yes. Although it is best applied on completely tangle free hair (I use my tangle teezer before applying). I also find it is best to style your own hair after you have secured the Halo in place so as to avoid having to pull any curls or waves over the wire.  If you're a fellow curly-barnet fan like me, bare this in mind.  It does take a little getting used to and if I'm honest it took me a good while to get the 'knack' - I find it best to start pulling hair through with a tail comb at the back of my head and working up towards the sides. I also find it easier when I haven't got any hairspray already in my hair - the smoother you own hair is, the better.

Is the wire completely invisible?
It is completely undetectable in your hair and as long as you pull enough hair over towards the crown of your head.  I've just realised I have no close-up photos of the top of my head.. but trust me, it isn't noticeable in the slightest.

Does it feel secure?
This is the bit I was most worried about. When you first place it on the head it feels a little strange. But once you begin pulling hair over it feels completely secure and even if you tip your head backwards there is very little movement. The weight of your own hair will keep the Halo secure and in place, and even in windy conditions it will be just as secure as clip-ins.

Can you dye the extensions and how good is colour match?
This is the bit I struggled with slightly. I have dark blonde hair that has about 4 different tones running through it and I always struggle finding a perfect match if I opt for extensions.  I had to dye mine to get them to match as the Dark Blonde shade was a little too warm for my hair and also a little light for some of the light brown tones I have.  I applied a gentle dye to tone the warmth down, and then highlighted/low lighted sections so that they blended more with the mousy tones I have towards the bottom of my hair.  The quality hasn't been ruined - just make sure you use a good conditioner and that you don't use heat to dry them afterwards! If you're worried then ask a hairdresser to colour match them to your hair - I recommend using a dye that's only a shade lighter or darker.  Halo offer a colour match service so if you send them a photo of your hair colour in natural light they will get back to you with the closest match.  This is what I found most helpful - I had so many questions about colour and they were so helpful and patient with me.

Can you see the extensions in your hair/feel them on your head?
No you can't. Although people with thinner hair might find clip-ins a better option as the weft is quite thick.  I have thick hair and had to backcomb around the sides and at the back so that it was undetectable. The only bit I found a little 'niggly' was the side where I'd adjusted the wire - it can come up slightly and show through a teeny-tiny bit at the side but I often tease my hair so I didn't find it to be too much of a problem - and a little bobby pin underneath the hair will do wonders. As for feeling them on your head, you can - but hardly! No more than clip-ins.. if not less so! The wire doesn't hurt - you can't feel it and they don't feel heavy or itchy.

Can you style it as usual?
As with most extensions - the Halo can be styled with heat just like your own hair.  I try not to spray mine too much with hairspray but they brush through and curl like a dream. 

How about quality?
Halo hair is really soft and looks so sleek and frizz-free (human remi-hair is the best quality hair available as all the cuticles are still in tact and running in the same direction).  Even after dying mine twice and applying a bleach they remained in good condition.  Treat them like they're your own hair and you won't have any problems. I also haven't experienced any shedding, which I've found to be a massive problem with cheaper hair extensions.

What about length?
There are two options in length - 16", 20" and 24" (in certain shades). I opted for 20" inch as I have fairly long hair to begin with. In fact, the Halo is more or less the same length but I liked it because it added so much volume!

Do I prefer the Halo to clip-ins?
The Halo is fabulous for nights out and when I need a lot of volume in my hair. The hair is really thick and luxurious and blends in perfectly whilst adding a lot of 'oomph' to the lengths. I must admit I personally like clip-ins due to the fact I can choose how much to put in and where to place them on my head but on the other hand it's great to have a one-step option. The quality of Halo Hair has been amazing and they look so natural at the same time as being easy to maintain and style. I guess I'm still undecided as to whether or not I prefer the Halo - I think I prefer each one for different things and occasions.  For nights out it looks incredible and achieves volume I very much struggle to get with clip-ins. The only thing I had trouble with was colour match - I think there needs to be a cooler toned dark blonde, as those with 'in-betweeny' shades like me might struggle to find a perfect match between the lightest brown and the darkest blonde if they haven't got a lot of warm tones in their hair. Overall though, I've been impressed. The site is easy to navigate, delivery is speedy and customer service is fabulous.

Have you tried Halo hair? What are your thoughts on the concept?
 



37 comments:

  1. Wow they look amazing in your hair - they look so natural! Will definitely give this brand a whirl as I'm looking for good quality hair extensions! xx

    http://confessionsofabeautylover.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. They do look very natural :) they're so thick - definitely give them a whirl :) x

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  2. your hair is incredible! x

    http://thebeautyvisual.blogspot.co.uk

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  3. They look amazing. I love big hair xx

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  4. i already have pretty long hair but when i leave it natural and curly the volume disappears! i love how natural these look in your hair they look amazing! xxx

    andshesaidwonderland.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. ahh yes mine tends to lose volume because its long - i think it weighs the curls down ! xx

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  5. you look absolutely flawless! I'm very interested in further researching this!

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    1. thankyouu :) Yes, definitely do :) they also do clip-ins - the selection is really good x

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  6. These look stunning in your hair :) I've never really tried extensions but I've always read great things about Halo! xx

    Sarah @ sarahlouxo.com xx

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    1. Theyre really good! I cant wait to try their clip-ins xx

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  7. Your hair is amazing! xx

    http://belle-amiebeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  8. They look amazing, so natural x

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    1. they do look natural - especially now ive dyed them to match exactly :) x

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  9. they look gorgeous, so thick and natural! really tempted to give it a try.

    Kayleigh
    http://geekinthepinkdress.blogspot.com
    xx

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    1. They are really good :) They stay very soft and shiny even once dyed too - very impressed xx

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  10. As an extension virgin due to having a pixie cut for so many years I love the sound of these for giving my now growing blonde hair some length and volume, how do you colour your actual hair by the way? I love how multi tonal it is! And it looks incredible and so volumised in these photos, love that you are doing more posts with photos of you in now xxx

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    1. Thanks Meg!

      Definitely give extensions a go if you want to experiment with longer hair! :) Im naturally a mousey light brown colour - and all i do is put a Clairol Nice & Easy dye on the roots every 5 weeks! Its so easy to maintain because ive stopped putting bleach in it but i still get a similar effect. I also have a few highlights put in during summer so its lighter near the mid-lengths at the moment. And then the underneath is basically my natural colour - so its all a big mish-mash of shades! :) xxx

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  11. It looks so natural and blends in so well! Can you put your hair in a low pony tail or will it just slip out? xx

    http://pamperedpout.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. Your hair looks amazing! :) Looks really natural!!

    egtx3.blogspot.co.uk
    xo

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  13. Sounds like a good concept. I stopped wearing extensions nearly a year ago as my natural hair got long but I sure miss super long hair :( just not the hassle of having to put the clips in.

    Justaddiicingandsprinkles.blogspot.co.uk

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  14. I've never actually owned extensions but I've always wanted some just for extra volume! These look really good although I'd prefer clip in to be honest xx

    www.charissarae.com

    p.s if you haven't already I'm currently hosting a giveaway for reaching 500 followers so you could be in with winning goodies like Laura mercier, lush etc. :)

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  15. Your hair looks perfect!xx

    maddie-elizabeth.blogspot.co.uk

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  16. Wow these are amazing... such a gorgeous set of extensions! They really look natural, and lush!!
    Gem xx | Miss Makeup Magpie

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  17. The 'halo' looks fantastic on you! I'd never have known that wasn't your natural hair!

    I'm fascinated by the concept but I just can't get my head around how it actually stays in place! I do love my extensions and I'm always looking to try new ones so I think I should just bite the bullet and try them. x

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  18. Aww you look absolutely beautiful in these pictures :)
    the Halo looks amazing for extensions, my hair is long but not as long as i'd like it to be - so these would be perfect for adding more volume to my hair.
    The clips sound easy to apply to your hair if your not an expert :P so that is a bonus :)

    they look so natural too :)

    xxx

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  19. I thought this was your real hair when I clicked on to your blog! These look so natural! :) x

    http://melissaknowsbest.blogspot.co.uk

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  20. Wow they look really amazing in your hair!
    So natural and pretty, and they really blend right in!

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  21. ohh, your hair style is like the prettiest ever <3

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  22. Your hair looks amazing, they look so natural x

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  23. What an informative post! I use the clip in extensions and I've wanted to branch out to try something better. My hair dresser told me about headkandy which I have yet to try as well but they look great on. I love your blog- want to follow each other doll?

    Beauty Asylum

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  24. Can you describe what you did/what colors you used to dye the extensions?

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