How to Choose Your Extensions
Three quick decisions: method, length, and shade. Still unsure? Email a daylight photo of your hair to support@velvera-hair.com and we'll recommend a set before you order.
1. Choose your method
| Halo | Clip-in | Ponytail | Tape-in | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Fine to medium hair, first-timers | Medium to thick hair | Fast updos and events | Long-term everyday wear |
| Install time | About 60 seconds | 5–10 minutes | Under a minute | 1–2 hours with a stylist |
| Remove daily? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No — stays 6–8 weeks |
| Salon needed? | No | No | No | Recommended |
| Shop | Halo | Clip-ins | Ponytails | Tape-ins |
First set? Start with a halo or clip-ins. Both go on at home, come off at night, and let you learn what you like before committing to anything longer-term. Browse the starter sets under $100.
2. Choose your length
Approximate placement on an average-height woman, measured from where the extension attaches:
| Length | Falls around | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| 14" | Shoulders to collarbone | Volume for shoulder-length hair |
| 16" | Just below the shoulders | Subtle length and fullness |
| 18" | Chest | The most natural-looking everyday length |
| 20" | Bra strap | Noticeable length |
| 22"–24" | Mid to lower back | Dramatic length (best if your hair is already past the shoulders) |
| 26" | Waist | Maximum length |
Tip: the shorter your own hair, the shorter the extension should be for a natural blend. If your hair is above the shoulders, 14"–16" usually blends best.
3. Match your shade
- Stand near a window in daylight — indoor light makes hair look warmer.
- Look at the middle and ends of your hair, not the roots. That's where the extension has to blend.
- Between two shades? Choose the lighter one, or email us a photo.
Every product page says clearly whether the hair is 100% Remy human hair or heat-safe synthetic. Human hair can be heat-styled and toned; synthetic holds a set style and costs less.
Delivery and returns
Free shipping on orders over $50. Most orders arrive within 7–14 business days with tracking. Unworn items can be returned within 30 days — see the return policy.