Strand Application - Three methods:  3200 Thermal System, Ultrasonic 5000 and Air Pressure System.

 

Great Lengths' philosophy is to remedy the lack of thick hair in a way which is as simple as dyeing it if you want to change its colour. Considering the fact that people who do not have a lot of hair generally have very fine hair at the same time, the Great Lengths' programme offers various thicknesses of natural hair strands for attaching to fine hair which can be attached in a practically invisible way.

Of course, you may wonder how we attach Great Lengths strands to your own hair. While others use techniques such as welding, waxing, gluing or knotting, which strain and very often damage your hair to a high degree, Great Lengths is based on a much more gentle principle: modulating. We have created an extremely high-tech method of bonding between the Great Lengths strand and your own hair. This point of attachment is composed of polymer chains whose molecular structure is very similar to that of human hair. It is activated by our Great Lengths applicator and bonds the Great Lengths strand with your own hair in this way. It can, however, be easily removed by an expert! Most important of all: your own hair is not damaged. This patented attachment of Great Lengths to your own hair offers you perfect freedom in organizing your leisure time and in your freedom of action but in no way compromises the quality of your own hair!

Currently offered in 45 countries worldwide, Great Lengths is recognized as the expert for hair extensions. Whether or not you knew it, you have seen many actors and performing artists, runway and print models as well as people walking down the street wearing Great Lengths! Because these extensions are virtually impossible to detect and offer tremendous versatility, all you really see is the glamour and beauty they create. It's no wonder these revolutionary hair extensions are in demand, appealing to salon customers from all age groups, all ethnic backgrounds and all walks of life.

This is truly a new dimension in hair design, creating opportunities for salons, stylists and clients. Salon professionals gain a profitable marketing tool as well as a huge creative outlet. Customers enjoy hair design options that once seemed impossible.

The Great Lengths system utilizes only 100% human hair...healthy, soft, natural textured Indian hair. The hair is gathered so that all cuticle layers are aligned in the same direction, with every strand uniform in color texture and diameter. Each strand is pre-bonded with a patented protein polymer - a chemical compound that mimics the human hair's molecular structure. The protein polymers are activated when an advanced high-frequency instrument is used to attach the strands.

Great Lengths pre-bonded strands are manufactured in standard, fine and extra fine widths, although you are encouraged to cut stock strands into ultra fine parts for individual client needs. Until now, designers shied away from applying hair attachments in thin areas since attachment sites were immediately visible.

In addition to width and color options, Great Lengths also offers straight and wavy textures. Because of the integrity of this hair, you can perform your own chemical services to customize the strands. This is an option only available with Great Lengths!

For every client, the design decision begins with a vision of the finished form or shape, as well as desired textures and color effects.

Note: Traditional hair extensions utilize low quality hair which is stripped of its natural cuticle layers. This hair is prone to tangle, proves difficult to manage and perm, and dulls after only a few washings. The revolutionary process by which Great Lengths extensions are created (from sources of highest quality hair) solves all these problems.

Guidelines for at-home care/maintenance
To maintain the integrity of any Great Lengths service, it is essential that your clients observe the following guidelines. Many salons ask Great Lengths clients to read these guidelines and then sign-off on a sort of contract, confirming that the client understands all maintenance procedures.

General
-Some hair loss is normal--as with natural hair. Furthermore, since a person's average natural hair loss is between 50 to 150 hairs per day and a full head of extensions covers approximately one third of the head, you can expect to see a small quantity of naturally released hairs trapped in the attachments after some time. This is quite normal and should not be interpreted as hairs pulled out of the scalp by the extensions themselves. Daily brushing close to the scalp and finger separation of the applied strands will avoid matting in this area.
-Two weeks after Great Lengths are applied, return to the salon for a check up appointment.
-Activities that results in a constant, damp environment, such as regularly scheduled aerobics, gymnastics, steam baths or saunas, may lessen the longevity of the Great Lengths service. Precautions should be taken to avoid these conditions being repeated.

Shampooing, Conditioning & Drying
-Do not Shampoo for 48 hours after completing any Great Lengths service. This includes the initial service as well as maintenance services.
-Tilt your head back and cleanse from the top of the head downward. Avoid facing your head downward.
-Condition and detangle only from mid-strand to end, avoiding the scalp areas.
-Do not dry with a scrubbing motion, but instead wrap hair with a towel to remove moisture.
- Always dry the base area thoroughly to avoid bond breakdown. Use medium to low heat when air forming and finish with cool air once the hair is completely dry.
-Use recommended Great Lengths products. (Get the listing of recommended and available Great Lengths products from the Great Lengths distributor.)
-Do not use products that contain sulfur, such as dandruff shampoos.
-Always use Anti-Tap as a final rinse.

Prior to Bedtime
-It is recommended that you braid your hair or pull it back into a soft ponytail holder or scrunchy before bed. This prevents tangling while sleeping.

Brushing & Combing
-Brush with a natural bristle brush 2-3 times daily, starting at the nape and working upward.
-Use a wide tooth comb to remove tangles from hair ends.
-Do not use a comb in the area between the scalp and the Great Lengths bonds.

Curling Irons/Hot Rollers
-Curling irons and hot rollers may be used on Great Lengths, but they must be kept an adequate distance from the Great Lengths bonds.

Swimming
-Sea water and swimming pool chemicals can cause bond breakage and decrease the longevity of the Great Lengths extensions. To minimize these effects: Prior to swimming, wet the hair completely in a shower. After swimming, immediately rinse the hair and dry the base area. Always use the Anti-Tap Final Rinse after swimming to prevent bond breakdown.