At Bigger Better Hair we offer a wide variety of hair extensions for clients looking to enhance their natural hair. As a stylist, I am here to give you some helpful info about our Hand Tied Weft Extensions that might help you to decide if they are the right hair extension method for you.

Are you the right candidate for Hand Tied Weft Extensions??

This method is great for clients with medium to thick hair density looking to increase their current length and volume.  Hand Tied Weft extensions are also great for someone who lives an active lifestyle since there is no glue to worry about.  For clients with short hair and are looking to add extreme length, we might suggest another method for you.

Are Hand Tied Extensions the right method for your hair??

Hand Tied is a glue free, no heat, no braid extension method that causes zero damage to a clients hair when being installed.

Installation in a Nutshell!

First we secure beads to your hair, then we hand tie the wefts into your hair with a durable string. Once all the wefts are installed and secure, the hair is cut and blended into your hair to give it a more natural look.

Check out this video to see how they are hand tied into the anchor beads.

Maintenance Appointments

Just like all extensions, hand tied wefts need maintenance every 6-8 weeks after your new install.   After a new installation, you will rotate between two services until it is time to replace the hair.  The two appointments are a push up, and a removal and re-install.  Here is a breakdown of each maintenance services for hand tied extensions.

Push Up 

Your first service after a new installation is called a “Push-Up” service.  At this appointment, we open the beads using a tool and push the wefts up so they stay close to your scalp.  After all of the extensions are moved up, we follow up with a shampoo and style.

Check out this video to see how we push up the extensions.  

Next: Remove & Reinstall

6-8 weeks after your “Push-Up” service you will return for a “Removal Reinstall” (R&R) appointment. In this service, the wefts and beads will be removed, we will then shampoo you and your hair extensions.  If you are having your color done, we do this while the extensions are out.  After, we will install new beads and secure the wefts with new string just like a new installation.

Check out this video to see how simple it is to remove hand tied extensions: 

How to take care of your extensions

Its vital to use the proper tools and products at home. A soft flexible bristle brush is recommended for detangling, paired with a leave-in conditioner, lightweight oil or moisturizing cream for the ends of your hair and the extensions to keep them moisturize and looking fresh!! Depending on how much hair is installed, up-do’s can kind of be tricky but low-do’s are attainable.

There is always a Price for Beauty!

The cost for hand tied extensions depends on a few things:

1. Hair Cost depends on where your natural hair length is at, and where you want your hair to be.  Each pack of hair consist of (two) 12 inch wide wefts, with 20 inch length hair. For someone looking to add a natural bit of volume, 1 pack of hair will do.  For a dramatic addition of volume and a few inches at most of length, you will need two packs of hair.  For dramatic additions of length, you will need either 3 or 4 packs of hair, depending on how much length we are adding.
2. Installation cost depends on how many rows of hair we need to install for your goal look.  For volume, 1-2 rows does the trick.  When adding length, you can have 2-4 rows of hand tied wefts installed.

We offer complimentary consultations, either in person or virtually over a zoom call to discuss your hair goals and give exact pricing for your desired look.

If you have any further questions on our hand tied extensions or would like to schedule a consultation, feel free to reach out! We would love to meet and talk about how to make your hair goals a reality.

We have always held ourselves to high standards with respect to the trust our guests give us with such personal services. Now more than ever we want to update you with our sanitation practices and protocols we will practice to ensure a safe and healthy salon. We want to assure you that the health of our customers and our employees is our highest priority.

Due to the personal & scheduled nature of our business, we are fortunate to know who is coming into our business and when. We trust that you will be understanding should your service provider need to reschedule in the event health concerns become an issue.  Should this be the case, our support staff will reach out to you as soon as possible to re-schedule you with another stylist or to find another date for your service.

Preventative Measures We are Taking

We are taking measures to ensure that all are safe at Bigger Better Hair, and that the client experience continues to be a positive one.  We commit to adding extra time to each service to properly sanitize and disinfect our salon multiple times throughout the day, using Barbicide, a hospital-grade, broad spectrum germicide, virucide, and dinsinfectant.

In addition to cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, we commit to disinfect all tools and laundry after every use. These are precautions we took before COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and we will continue them after the threat of infection has subsided.

Our salon is equipt with HEPA and Ultraviolet Light filtration, both of which work to prevent the spread COVID-19 particles. Our current capacity of filters purify and sanitize the air in our business 8 times every hour.

We look forward to seeing your beautiful faces!

About Rosa

Rosa Marrufo is an exceptional hair stylist in Dallas with 13 years of experience. Her number one priority is for every client to leave her chair looking and feeling incredible. Rosa takes pride in tailoring each person’s cut, style, color and extension application to be what they absolutely want for their hair. 

Several of her clients consider Rosa to be their ‘best kept hair secret’, she’s more than just a good stylist – she’s one-of-a-kind that’s hard to find. Rosa’s passion is to share her love of hair and for everyone to look and feel great in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. 

What are some interesting things to know about you, Rosa Marrufo?

My husband and I have three beautiful daughters and family is everything to me.  I am one of six siblings – five girls, one boy and yes, he is completely spoiled.  I love to travel as much as I can, shop ‘til I drop and strive to be the best wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend and stylist I can be! I learned at a young age that I wanted to help other people fall in love with themselves and I am blessed to be able to do that!!! I ventured to Dallas at the age of 20 to pursue this dream of mine.  After I finished my training at Toni & Guy, I went through a very extensive apprenticeship where I found another passion, the passion to teach what was taught to me. Since then I have trained stylist here within Dallas, I even had the opportunity to educate for EasiHair Pro and travel extensively throughout my region and the Midwest. My teachings don’t end there, I really make it a point to educate you (my guest) on how to properly style and care for your hair. I want you to be able to go home feeling confident and comfortable recreating a beautiful style.  

Why did you choose Bigger Better Hair as your salon home?

My people here! Not only are they talented, beautiful souls, everyone here inspires me to be more, which I think is crucial to this industry.  If you aren’t constantly growing and working to improve your craft you can become trapped.  In this business, you must be ready to jump to the next big trend at a moment’s notice.

What sets you apart as a Dallas Hair Stylist?

Not to toot my own horn, but I’m amazing, LOL! In all seriousness, I prioritize customer service over my many years of precision training and experience.  I give 110% to every beautiful soul and head of hair that hits my chair. I also love that I don’t just see one trend in my chair; I do it ALL: straight, curly, long, short and everything in between. Beauty, integrity, and results that my clients love are my top goals.

What are some of your favorite services to do for clients?

Cutting hair is where it is at! Whether it’s a head of natural hair, extensions, or a wig; cutting hair is my therapy.  I also love working with extensions – including halo and clip-in – because so many of us suffer from fine hair. It’s incredibly fulfilling to be able to give a woman confidence by adding just a little bit of hair (or a lot). I truly believe that cutting hair and extensions are the ultimate duo.  You can put in an entire head of hair, but if you don’t know how to cut extensions then you really just have all this beautiful hair not helping the client feel their best. I also love me some color action!  Bright blondes and brilliant brunettes are my niche, from balayage, full color to highlights. But I do it all, including fantasy colors. 

Who are some of your beauty inspirations that you are inspired by and follow?

I have quite a few stylists that I love to follow because they inspire me to be more.  A few of these stylist are @mane_ivy ; she is fierce and is so talented! Dominick Serna @domdomhair is also a talented soul who just works his shears and a head of hair so effortlessly and seamlessly that you just can’t help but watch him over and over again!

I aspire to be that good, that fluid, that everything! Oh, and to be able to inspire and influence like him! Yaaaas #goals! 

What are some of your favorite places to spend off time in Dallas?

I love food. I love socializing. I love being where the action is, so please take me there! LOL 

What beauty products are your “must haves” if you are stranded on an island? 

If I was stranded on an island, these would be my 3 must haves…  

Oribe texturizing spray 

Arrojo hydrating mist detangler

Red Lipstick

Follow Rosa! 

After 38 years as an educator, I was ready for a change. Retirement provided the opportunity to continue learning and growing. I spent a year providing childcare for my only grandchild, and though it has been my favorite job of all times, this experience ended when my daughter and her family relocated. I began to think of all the jobs I could do, inside and outside of education.

For a couple of weeks, I served as a substitute assistant principal in an elementary school, which was challenging and wonderful.  Next, I worked for 5 weeks as an assistant principal in a junior high school. I really enjoyed interactions with student, teachers and parents, but I really didn’t want to re-enter the world of school administration with its long hours and never-ending responsibilities.

As luck would have it, a family friend, who was expanding his business, offered me an amazing opportunity to reinvent myself as the brand manager at one of the top salons in Dallas, Texas. What a leap of faith on the part of this brave salon owner! I knew very little about hair, other than my own, so I had to learn all about it, as well as salon systems, services, and products.

 On the plus side, I know and understand customer service, I enjoy getting to know people, and I have a strong work ethic. In my prior career, I served as a leadership coach for principals, deans, and assistant principals. That experience has been invaluable in working with the front desk team, the stylists, and the salon owner.

Soon, I was booking appointments for our clients, talking with them on the phone and in person, opening the salon in the mornings, increasing my knowledge and use of technology, and thoroughly enjoying this exciting world.

I learn new things every day, and I am never bored! Salon staff and stylists have welcomed me and have been compassionate, patient teachers. I love the culture of this salon and the people I get to interact with every day! Where else can I participate in celebrations such as “National Wear your Pajamas to Work Day?!”

Who says retirement is the end of the road? For me, it has been the beginning of an exciting, new highway! Next time you are in the salon, or if you give us a call feel free to say hello!