Do you wish that your hair was longer, curlier or thicker? 

Or perhaps you want an instant effect like dreadlocks, plaits or colour streaks?

Whatever it is you're after, we'll almost certainly be able to give you the look you desire; with immediate length, volume and colour using a range of either synthetic Fibre or 100% Human Hair extensions.

Imagine being able to transform your entire look in just a few hours.

Professionally applied Extensions can:

• Transform short hair to long hair.

• Add volume & body to fine hair.

• Disguise badly treated hair or a poor cut.

• Add highlights, lowlights or crazy colours without having to chemically treat your hair.

• Create a host of looks from the subtle to the outrageous, suiting individual lifestyles.

• Provide a tremendous psychological boost in a matter of hours.

Hair Extensions are fast becoming a part of everyday hairdressing. You are no longer limited with an existing style and styles can even be designed to suit a budget.

Hair extensions - once the sole preserve of Hollywood stars and society jet setters - are now becoming a fabulous option for everyone interested in achieving their own perfect and individual look.

Firstly, we'd better explain where all this human hair comes from (and don't worry, there's nothing morbid about it!).

Most hair used for extension work comes from Asian countries, China and India. But there are lots of different methods of collecting it - and these methods affect the quality and price of the hair.

The majority of hair used for extensions is collected after brushing, this is sometimes described as fallen hair. Believe it or not, but millions of ladies throughout Asia do this on a daily basis, and it's a quite traditional and normal thing to do. This type of hair requires an initial chemical process to stop the hair tangling, as it's impossible to tell with fallen hair which way the cuticle is lying (ie. is it the top, or is it the bottom?!). If hair was not processed then adjacent cuticles facing in opposite directions would tangle when combed or brushed. This first process also evens out any differences inherent because the hair will come from different sources (different people). It then gets a secondary chemical process in the re-colouring of the hair.

The end result of this is good quality hair which is used in the majority of salons around the world for hair extensions, wigs and clip-ons. There is nothing wrong with this, and the hair produces great quality results.

However, there is a better method for collecting human hair, though as with most things in life, that also means it's more expensive!

This premium type of hair is described as Remy hair , and is from India. Indian hair is much closer in structure to European hair due to its same genetic origin (Chinese hair for example is about 30% thicker), and Indian women almost never go to salons to have chemical processes of any kind, so the hair has a natural softness akin to European virgin hair.

Remy hair is almost always collected at Temples. Indian women cut their hair as an offering to their God. This practice is a very ancient tradition and has deep connection in Indian religion and philosophy. They consider their hair as their pride and take meticulous care of it. Hair to an Indian woman is a symbol of beauty and honour. The whole idea of cutting at temples and the reason for offering hair to the God is that they are willing to sacrifice their beauty by removing their hair - which is their most valuable and treasured belonging. ( click here for more details... ).

Collecting and using this Remy hair in extension work solves a number of problems. The cuticle layer of this hair is still perfectly healthy and intact since, as mentioned, Indian girls rarely visit hair salons to get chemical treatments, and by weaving the hair into a plait before cutting ensures that it is all still aligned in one direction. The hair is also homogeneous in colour and thickness and from a single source. The hair still requires re-colouring to match a clients chosen colour, but the initial quality of hair means this colour will take much, much better and give even and consistent results.

At Venus we can use either type of hair - 'regular' or 'premium' (Remy) - the choice is yours. But don't feel that you'll get inferior results with normal extension hair. To a third party, visually, it is almost impossible to tell the difference. Most of the difference will be noticed only by yourself, in the ease of styling and quality of touch. Also Remy hair may last a little longer and is often suitable for re-use after being removed. Please see our price list for the different costs.

We know there's bound to be! The 'frequently asked questions' above are just a few of the things that crop up during a hair extension consultation, and we're sure if you're interested you'll have many more.

But don't worry as our consultations are always free, and we take as long as you like to go through any concerns you might have.

Due to this, it's normally best to phone and book a convenient time for your consultation, and why not try find a photo or clipping of the style you have in mind as this will ensure both you and our experienced Extension Stylist are on the same 'wavelength'.