How do I choose the right weight?
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About Luxy Collections & Weights
What are the differences between the weights?
All clip-in Luxy Hair extensions are sold in a full set (generally 10 wefts, depending on the weight/set) and are made of the same high-quality 100% remy human hair. The only difference between each set is the weight. The higher the grams, the more hair that is attached to each weft. The individual strands themselves will remain consistent in thickness.
Kindly note, the 16" Classic/Seamless Clip-Ins (160g) have a higher density than the 20" Classic Clip-Ins (160g) as they are shorter in length. Also, the 24" Clip-Ins (240g) are the same density as the 20" Seamless Clip-Ins (180g) however, they are heavier due to the longer length.
Our Halo extensions are sold in a 3 piece set and are also made of the same high-quality grade 100% remy human hair. The 16" Halo is the same density as the 20" Halo, however, it is less in weight due to the shorter length. Our 20" Halo (180g) comes with a 10" wide weft that is 140 grams of hair. It comes with two bonus 2-clip wefts (20 grams each) to help blend in the hair that frames your face. Our 16" Halo (140g) comes with a 10" wide weft that is 110 grams of hair. The two bonus 2-clip wefts are 15 grams each.
How do I make sure my set will be thick enough?
When selecting Luxies, you will want to choose a set that matches or slightly exceeds the density of your own hair. If you select a set that is not heavy/thick enough, you may find that your hair extensions look "stringy" once applied. The method to determining your hair density is simple; take a handful of hair from the front of your head and gently pull it to the side. Is a lot of your scalp visible between the bunches of strands? If so, this means your hair's density is thin, but if you can barely see your scalp at all, your hair’s density is thick. Anything in between is medium/average density. For more information, click here.
You can use the chart below as a guideline to help you choose the correct weight for your hair type. Your choice may vary depending on how you plan to wear your set and what styles you are hoping to achieve.
Your Braid Appearance | Hair Type | Compatible Weights |
 | Thin | |
  | Medium | |
  | Medium/Thick | |
 | Thick |
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If you're stuck between two weights, we recommend selecting the heavier set. You can always leave a weft or two off if you prefer less weight or don't need the density.
About Hair Types
How do I find out what hair type I have?
Hair Density/Thickness
People often confuse diameter and hair density to be one and the same. A person may have a thin strand width but have a thick amount of hair. Essentially, hair density refers to how much hair you actually have – the number of strands themselves and not how thick each one is. Thin diameter does not always equal thin density, nor does medium diameter equal medium density. More often than not, people will have differing densities and diameters.
The method to determining your hair density is simple; take a handful of hair from the front of your head and gently pull it to the side. Is a lot of your scalp visible between the bunches of strands? If so, this means you have thin density, if you can barely see your scalp at all, your hair’s density is thick. Anything in between is medium/average density.
When choosing a set of Luxies, choose a set that matches your density, not the thickness of your strands.
Diameter of Hair Strands/Hair Strand Texture
The best place to start in determining your hair type is to begin by measuring the diameter of a single strand of hair. Take one strand of hair between your fingertips. Don’t feel anything? This is a sign of thin/fine hair. If you do feel the strand, your hair is of medium width, and if it feels thick or textured, your hair is likely thick/coarse.
Another strand test includes taking one single strand and laying it on a flat surface. If it’s barely visible, it is thin/fine. If it looks textured and thick, your hair is coarse. Anything in between is medium. Setting a single strand of hair next to a piece of thread can also help you gauge the diameter or width of your hair; if it’s about the same width, your hair is medium. If it is thicker than the thread, your hair is thick. Similarly, if it is thinner, your hair is thin/fine.
