Hair extensions have long been a powerful tool for full-head transformations – but for clients navigating hair loss, it’s essential to be competent on knowing whether to use hair extensions or if you should advise a hair loss solution instead.
In recognition of Hair Loss Awareness Month – which starts today, Remi Cachet founder and hair loss specialist Victoria Lynch is urging the professional community to reassess how, when, and why hair extensions are used to help treat thinning hair.
“I’ve seen firsthand how deeply personal and emotional hair loss can be for clients. For many, it’s not just about aesthetics, it’s about identity and confidence. Hair extensions is an incredibly empowering and transformational tool when used thoughtfully and professionally
Beyond adding length or volume, extensions can restore a sense of normality for clients experiencing thinning or shedding. Whether it’s filling in sparse areas, balancing out asymmetrical hair loss, or simply making a ponytail look fuller, these small but impactful changes can have a profound effect on how someone feels about themselves.”
Victoria leads one of the UK’s largest and most trusted ethical human hair extension brands. She’s passionate about helping stylists safely support clients dealing with hormonal hair changes, stress-induced shedding, traction alopecia and other forms of early-stage hair loss – ONLY using extensions when they’re truly the right fit.
“What’s most important is customizing the approach, choosing the right method, the right weight, and the right placement to ensure that the hair and scalp are not put under further stress. Extensions should support the client’s journey, not complicate it.”
Victoria Lynch’: When to and when NOT to use extensions
- Don’t default to extensions without a thorough in-person consultation so you can conduct a thorough scalp and density assessment. We have strict application protocol at Remi Cachet to ensure we only grant trade accounts to certified stylists.
- Avoid using extension methods that can place excessive tension or weight on naturally fragile hair. Some application techniques can also require heat or glue, which can cause additional stress and breakage, or place pressure on the scalp that exacerbates hair loss. Light and thin application methods like Remi Cachet Nano Wefts or pre-bonded methods like Remi Cachet Nano Tips are often more suitable and offer maximum discretion whilst also putting minimal stress on the natural root
- Plan for maintenance. Safe extensions for hair loss clients are supported by routine check-ins and aftercare education
- Refer when needed. Not every client is suitable for extensions – sometimes a trichologist or specialist treatment plan is a better first step
“Our goal as professionals is to enhance, not compromise. That means being honest with clients – and ourselves – about what their hair can handle,” says Lynch.
Remi Cachet continues to lead the extensions industry with innovation, offering tailored extension education and exploring lighter-weight materials to better serve hair loss clients.
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