Hair extensions are a luxury experience that many women invest in to boost their confidence, and that investment should come with the security that their artist is going to provide a seamless and non-damaging installation.
When it comes to choosing a method that’s safe, NBR Extensions stands out as the best option.
Don’t just take our word for it—check out this podcast featuring board-certified dermatologist and 6-year NBR Extension wearer Dr. Stefani Kappel. It’s a must-watch if you want to learn how extensions can cause damage.
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Natural Beaded Rows is THE original beaded method using hand-tied hair, and while being the first is great, we know that it takes consistent results and advancements to maintain its status as the best extension method and education to date.
The cold hard truth is ANY hair extension method can cause damage.
The bigger truth is even if you’ve installed hundreds of extensions, you can still cause damage to your client’s scalp.
But the good news is that there is always room for growth and improvement.
Now, let’s talk about the biggest reasons we see that beaded row extensions cause damage:
Placing Rows in The NO Zones
Sectioning is the foundation of your installs. Everything could be perfect, but if your sectioning is off, everything will be off.
Common sectioning practices with other beaded methods include attaching to the nape area, squaring off through the sides, getting way too close to the hairline, and using baby fine hair that doesn’t stand a chance.
With NBR, our proprietary placement sets it apart from the rest. Not only does this special placement fill in the sides more, sit more comfortably, and give better results, but it also ensures you’re only attaching to areas that can support the rows, will be hidden in the hair, and is completely custom to each and every guest in your chair.
The Section Size During Beadwork is Incorrect
When the section of hair used for each bead is too large or too small, it can cause stress on the natural hair and the scalp.
This is where precision and proper training come into play. By applying the principles learned through NBR education you will be knowledgeable in choosing the correct section size for different hair types and textures, ensuring that your client’s natural hair is properly supported without unnecessary tension.
For example, Fine-haired clients may have a section that is huge in comparison to coarse-haired clients.
NBR provides specific guidelines on bead sizing for various hair textures, helping artists avoid this common pitfall.
The Stitching is Too Tight
Stitching is crucial to a comfortable, safe installation, and you can absolutely stitch too tight.
When using the correct stitch and placing the knots in the ideal spot, there is zero reason to synch knots so tight that you have a callous on your finger. This will pull on your client’s natural hair even more and can cause serious damage.
NBR Artists are trained to recognize and adjust the tension to ensure a secure yet gentle installation.
At the end of the day, the best way to prevent damage from hair extensions is through proper education and technique.
Natural Beaded Rows offers a comprehensive training program that covers everything from correct installation practices to troubleshooting potential issues, ensuring that artists can confidently deliver beautiful, safe results for each client.
NBR isn’t just about giving women the hair of their dreams—it’s about doing it in a way that preserves the health of the natural hair. By focusing on precision, technique, and continuous improvement, we ensure that the NBR method remains the safest and most effective.
So, when someone asks, “Are NBR hair extensions damaging?” you can confidently say that with the right training and attention to detail, NBR is designed to be a safe and transformative experience for a wide variety of hair types.
If you’re ready to learn not just how to install hair extensions but how to correct your own work, then it’s time to join the next NBR 2-Day Certification Intensive! Check out the details and availability here!
