Your Next Hair Adventure: Glitter Extensions

Hair tinsel or glitter strands, with their peekaboo effect, make pretty embellishments and are a subtle way to turn heads.

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Glitter hair extensions are a real hidden gem. These thin glitter strands are weaved into two or three strands of your hair, interspersed all over to create a shimmery effect. It works for anyone, on any style or hair length.

It’s low on commitment. The extensions, 10 to 30 of them, cost between $30 and $75, depending on the salon. It takes 25 minutes, after which, the extensions are cut to your hair length.

The strands come in a rainbow of colours, from gold to pink and more, and are chemical-free and heatresistant. You can style your hair and wash it normally – just don’t tug too hard.

The extensions last four to six weeks, then become loose and fall out. You can redo them at the salon or snip them off on your own. – SL

Where to Go for Glitter

1. GLIT AF

The go-to place for influencers who want to get glit. You can find them at Dr Lash outlets. $50-$75, at Dr Lash, #04-20/21 Orchard Central, tel: 8829-3038

2. Black Hair Salon

Besides glitter extensions, it’s also adept at colouring and hair treatments. $39-$69, at #B2-44 Capitol Piazza, tel: 8893-9593

3. The Lash Chapter

Come here for glitter extensions, manicures, lash lifts and extensions, and microblading. $30, at #03-06 The Flow, 66 East Coast Road, tel: 9785-0439

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