hair glow-up made easy
Ever wonder if there's a way to preserve your hair's health while still using the power of hair extensions to make you feel like your best self?
Enter halo hair extensions.
Halo extensions are temporary hair extensions that don't attach to your hair and sit on your head with an invisible headband.
Unlike other extensions which require professional assistance to attach, halos can be DIY-ed. It doesn't need any glue, tape, or beads and doesn't pull or tug on your own strands—making it the gentler option for finer hair types.
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How often do I need to wash my halo?
You’ll be happy to know: not very often. Best to not wash it often as you can dry out the hair. Most of our customers wash their halo once every 3-4 months. The ‘not very often’ is because, unlike other extension types which are stuck in your hair permanently, halos don’t get very dirty because they’re not exposed as often.
Though, naturally, that time frame depends on how often you’re wearing your halo and how many products you apply(best not to apply products apart from heat protector). For example, using more product means things like dust will more readily stick to your hair, making it dirty’er, quicker. But do keep in mind that every time you wash your halo, you strip the soft coating that’s protecting your hair and keeping it soft. That’s why it’s best to wash your halo using the Sitting Pretty Shampoo and Conditioner, which is specially formulated to keep the soft silicon coating on for longer. As a general rule: the more you do to it, the more you’ll need to wash it. Or replace it.
My halo keeps getting knotty. How come and what do I do?
Your halo might be getting its knickers in a knot over a few things, likely friction. This could be caused because it is rubbing against something, such as jewellery or clothing. It could also be the shape of your neck and the angle your halo is sitting on. Or you could just be a hot babe, literally; bodies that overheat can cause friction with your hair, too. Now the good part. To prevent this from happening, brush and straighten the area that’s getting hit the most, then add a small amount of serum to prevent further rubbing and knotting. Also, storing your halo incorrectly: bad. But, brushing regularly: good. How you’re going to look wearing your cared for halo: good’er.
What do I do if my halo feels strange after I wash it?
The first thing this could be is that you haven’t rinsed it properly and there’s still shampoo or conditioner residue left in your halo. They do require a very good rinse to ensure all the product is washed out before you let it dry. We usually recommend after you rinse it by tap that you do emerge your halo in water (a large bowl is good for this) and keep dunking it in the water swishing it around so any suds stuck in your halo can be rinsed away. Repeat this a couple of times until the water in the bowl is clear of suds.
Second thing, make sure you condition your halo and let it sit for 5 minutes only (not over night). Rinse thoroughly. Don’t put coconut oil into your halo or any other products (apart from heat protector), the hair has been heavily processed so it doesn’t have the same effect as it does on your natural hair.
Third thing, Be careful what products you use on your halo to wash it, we only recommend Sitting Pretty products, as shampoos for problematic hair can have an unwanted effect on the hair of your halo. Also don’t wash your halo while it’s knotty, always gently brush it first so the hair can dry tangle free.
Will the wire break? What happens if it does?
The Sitting Pretty wire is designed to hold up to 5kg of weight, so no, it shouldn’t break. We include 7 different wire sizes, so if one’s not fitting quite right, you can change to another size rather than putting 10kg of pressure on your halo. In the rare case it does break, simply change to one of the other wires or contact us for a replacement. Otherwise, if you’re good with your hands and happen to have a bunch of fishing equipment handy, you can have a go at re-tying some wire to your halo hooks.
Will I feel it? Is it heavy or uncomfortable?
Our halos are non invasive or damaging, so you’ll feel almost as natural as if it was your own hair. Though wearing it is a new sensation, so yes, you might feel a little odd. But that sensation will pass in 10-15 minutes. And you’ll become more used to it and comfortable with it over time.
How does your halo stay on? I’m worried it will fall off.
No, your halo won t fall off when worn properly. Because of the angle it sits on your head, our halo will fit securely on your. It might feel a bit unusual in the beginning but you’ll start to feel more comfortable the more you wear it, and the more times you check yourself out in the mirror, phone, or reflection of the shop window.
Is it natural, human hair? Can I treat it like my own hair with hot styling tools?
The Sitting Pretty halo is alllllllllllll natural, babe. Seriously though, yes, all our extensions are made from European Textured 100% Remy human hair. This means it’s soft, long-lasting, and realistic. It also means you can treat it like your own hair and treat it with hot styling tools.
