Which colour, length & texture are ideal for me? Personalised advice for perfect extensions

Deciding on extensions is an important step - after all, the result should look natural, suit your style and be easy to maintain in everyday life. Many people ask themselves the central question: Extensions - how long does the hair have to be for an extension to be possible? But colour and texture also play a decisive role.

Find out more in this article:

• which hair length is required for extensions,
  
• how to find the right colour,
  
• which structure suits your own hair best,
  
• and why professional advice - in the salon or digitally - is so important.
  

Colour: Which shade suits you?

Choosing the right hair colour is crucial to ensure that your extensions don't look artificial. It is not enough to simply choose "blonde" or "brown" - undertones play a major role.

• Warm coloursGolden, caramel or copper reflections.
  
• Cool coloursashy or platinum blonde shades.
  
• Neutral colours: a balanced blend that suits many skin types.
  

To ensure that your extensions blend seamlessly with your own hair, they should be a maximum of one to two shades lighter or darker. The following are also particularly popular Highlights, balayage or multicolour effectswhich give the hair more depth and vitality.

In the salon, a colour ring is often used to determine the colour. For an online consultation, a photo in daylight that faithfully reproduces your hair colour is sufficient.

Length: Extensions - how long should the hair be?

One of the most frequently asked questions is: "How long does hair need to be for extensions?" Basically:

• Your hair should be at least 8 to 10 centimetres long so that the joints remain invisible.
  
• For very fine hair, 12 to 15 centimetres can be useful to achieve a harmonious result.
  

Tips on the right length:

• Rule of thumbExtensions should be a maximum of twice as long as your own hair. This ensures a natural ratio and prevents overloading.
  
• Note body size: On a short person, 50 cm extensions look extremely long, whereas on a taller person they fall more "normally".
  
• Beginner-friendlyIf you are trying extensions for the first time, shorter lengths (e.g. 30-40 cm) are easier to style and maintain.
  

The longer your desired hair extension is, the more strands are needed to achieve a full and natural result.

Structure: smooth, wavy or curly?

The structure of the extensions is at least as important as the colour. It determines how natural the transitions look and how easy the extensions are to handle in everyday life.

• Smooth extensions are the best choice if you have naturally straight hair.
  
• Wavy extensions provide more momentum and movement.
  
• Curly extensions add volume and dynamism to your hair.
  

Tip: Waves and curls conceal colour and texture differences better, making the transition look even more natural.

Colouring hair before extensions - useful or not?

Many customers ask themselves: Should I colour my hair before extensions?
The answer: If you are planning a colour change anyway, you should do this before incorporating the extensions. This way, the extensions can be perfectly matched to the new hair colour. It is important that you colour your hair a few days beforehand so that it can recover from the chemical treatment.

Consultancy: On site or digital - both possible

A professional consultation in the salon is still the best way to directly compare the perfect colour, length and texture. However, digital consultations via WhatsApp or video call are also very popular these days:

• A photo in daylight is enough to get a reliable estimate of the right colour and length.
  
• The hair structure can also be assessed with a short video recording.
  
• You will receive an individual recommendation on how long your hair needs to be for extensions and which shades harmonise best.
  

To summarise: Your path to the perfect extensions

Whether you opt for hair extensions or hair thickening, the combination of colour, texture and the right starting length is the key to a natural result.

• Your hair should be at least 8-10 cm long, preferably a little longer.
  
• The colour should match your own hair exactly.
  
• The structure of the extensions must match your natural hair structure.
  
• A consultation in the salon or digitally ensures the best possible decision.
  

This way you know exactly how long your hair needs to be for extensions and you can be sure that your new look is not only beautiful, but also easy to care for and long-lasting.