Whether you're ready to take a break from extensions or preparing for a fresh install, professional Extensions Removal safely takes out tape-in, bonded, beaded/micro-link, sewn-in or clip-in extensions while protecting your natural hair and scalp. It's suited to anyone whose extensions have reached the end of their wear time, feel uncomfortable, or need replacing.
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What the Process Involves
Removal is method-specific, so your stylist tailors the approach to how your extensions were fitted:
- Clip-ins are simply unclipped, usually starting at the nape and working upward
- Tape-ins are released using a professional adhesive remover, left to work for a few minutes, then gently peeled apart
- Keratin or glue bonds are softened with bond remover and loosened with a proper removal tool, never pulled
- Micro-links or beads are opened with bead pliers so the extension slides free without stress on the strand
- Sewn-in wefts are removed by carefully cutting stitches or thread and releasing any beads used
Once everything is out, hair is detangled with a wide-tooth comb from ends upward, then washed and conditioned to clear any residue and refresh the scalp.
What to Expect
Appointments typically take around 1 to 2 hours, though this varies with extension type and how tangled the hair is.
- Hair will feel noticeably lighter once the added volume is gone
- Some normal shedding is expected, as hair that would naturally have fallen out was held in place by the attachments
- Your natural density and length become visible again, which can feel different at first
- Overdue or poorly maintained extensions may need extra detangling time, which can affect overall cost
Why Professional Removal Matters
DIY removal of tape-in, bonded, beaded or sewn-in extensions risks patchy hair loss, breakage or scalp irritation. Using the correct remover and tools means no pulling and no unnecessary stress on your natural hair.
- A quick consultation beforehand sets expectations around time, shedding, and any treatments worth adding afterwards
- Arriving with dry, relatively tangle-free hair helps things move smoothly
- If you're planning new extensions, our team, including colour specialist Ceri O'Brien, can advise on scalp health and timing for your next application
- Aftercare such as gentle cleansing, hydrating treatments and limited heat styling helps hair recover fully
Based in Cardiff, Timba offers Extensions Removal from £95, with final pricing depending on extension type and time required.
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