MICRO RING V's NANO RING HAIR EXTENSIONS

MICRO RING V's NANO RING HAIR EXTENSIONS

One of the most common questions I am asked about hair extension methods is 'what is the difference between micro ring and nano ring hair extensions'?

For anyone wondering the same thing, I will attempt to answer the best I can.

Micro ring hair extensions were a revolution when they came onto the scene many years ago. The introduction of this cold fusion method meant no more heated glue bonds, or damage to the natural hair.

A micro ring is a small metal ring, usually lined with silicone (which protects the hair shaft).

This metal ring is applied to a small section of natural hair and an I-tip hair extension is inserted into the micro ring. The micro ring is then clamped shut which secures the I-tip extension to the natural hair.

The micro rings are applied to the natural hair in horizontal rows, until the desired look is achieved.

This is a single stranded method and gives the hair extensions a very natural look as they move like natural hair.

Micro rings are removed by opening the rings and simply sliding the I-tip extension out of the ring.

Nano ring hair extensions are still relatively new and not as well known as micro ring extensions.

The installation of nano rings is almost exactly the same as the micro ring installation. The tiny nano ring is applied to a small section of natural hair and a nano tipped hair extension is inserted into the nano ring and clamped shut.

Again the extensions are applied in horizontal rows until the desired look has been achieved.

So what are the differences?

As you can see the nano ring is 90% smaller than the micro ring meaning the nano ring is much more discreet.

Micro rings are not advised for women with thin/fine hair. Fine hair will struggle to cover a micro ring, but should be able to cover a nano ring.

Micro rings can be repositioned during a maintenance appointment. This means they can be moved back up the hair shaft to the scalp. This is usually done after 8 weeks or so.

Due to nano rings being so small they can not be repositioned and will need to be removed and refitted after 2-3 months.

Both methods are removed in the same way. The rings are opened and the extensions are taken out of the ring.

So which method is right for you?

My personal preference is the nano ring. Mainly because of the size of them. They really are so, so tiny which is great for all hair types and is mostly beneficial for thin hair as explained and for blonde hair.

Regardless of how thick your natural hair is I personally feel the smaller the ring, the better.

The cost of nano rings are normally more expensive than micro ring extensions because the hair itself is more expensive to buy.

So if your on a tight budget and have normal - thick hair micro rings could be the option you choose but if you are willing to spend a bit more then my personal recommendation would be nano rings.

Below is a true comparison of the difference in size between the two rings.

Both methods are single strand methods so the extensions themselves will flow like natural hair. It is easy to put your hair up and the aftercare of both methods is the same.

I hope this helps. If your thinking about having hair extensions or have any questions please feel free to comment below,

X Nikki X