What is a Braidless Sewin?

What is a Braidless Sewin?

What is a Braidless Sewin? 

A braidless sew-in is a technique that allows hair extensions to be applied to the hair without the natural hair being braided down as a base, which results in less tension and stress to the scalp. 

Braidless installs your hair lays flatter and allows more versatility for different styles than other traditional sewin methods. It’s durable, and since there’s no glue needed there’s no sticky adhesive residue left over in your natural hair. There’s normally no limitations on the type of products that can be used on your scalp. The Braidless sewin method is healthier for your scalp, your scalp can breathe. You can leave all of your natural hair out, the extension hair can blend perfectly with most hair types.

 

Why Are Braidless Sew-ins A Good Option For Your Hair? 

Braidless Sewins add length and versatility to your styles without the bulkiness. Hair extensions like diamonds are a girl's best friend. There's more than one technique or style to suit each person. 

The most common installation method is sewing the hair extension directly into cornrows on your hair. Cornrows can be tight, not to mention painful, now add sewing hair onto your tender scalp, you can quickly see why Braidless sewins are a favorite choice for hair extensions. 

  1. Flexibility of Styling: 

Braidless extensions are sewn in between your hair for more flexibility which means you can wear a high ponytail without lumps, or change your part. 

  1. Faster Installation: 

The Beauty of Braidless sewins is that they take half the time of traditional sewin extensions. Half the time is shaved off since cornrows are not needed. Choosing to get your hair done is a commitment remember to bring some snacks, a good book and your charger for your phone. 

  1. Healthier For Your Scalp and Strands: 

The tension of cornrows in traditional sewins can cause stress and tension on your edges which can lead to hair breakage. Having access to your scalp is another great benefit of the Braidless application, which means you can shampoo your hair between services, no more itchy scalp. 

  1. Works Well With any Hair Type: 

The most common extension sew in methods can weigh the hair down causing tension and may lead to breakage.The lack of needing to braid the hair, makes the Braidless sewin an ideal method for fine hair. 

  1. Longevity: 

The breathability and access to your scalp that the braidless method provides you’ll be able to keep your natural hair healthier and your extensions will look good longer.

How Long Does Braidless Sew-in Last? 

Braidless Sew-in needs move-up maintenance after 6-8 weeks depending on how fast your hair grows. The micro-beads need to be moved up or replaced. With proper at home or in salon basic maintenance your install should last 3-4 months. 
 

How Many Bundles of Hair Do You Need For a Braidless Sew-in?

You'll need anywhere from 1.5 to 2.5 bundles of Pink and Natural hair extensions. 

How Much Does Braidless Sew-in Cost?

An average Braidless Sew-in install will cost $500 to $650 hair being sold separately. With hair included it will be between $800 to $900+ without add-ons like color.

Where Can I Learn How To Do a Braidless Sew-In?

At Pink and Natural Hair Co. we offer virtual classes for beginners and an e-book manual with a bonus look & learn video for the experienced stylist. 

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