TAPE-IN EXTENSIONS · WANAKA

Tape-in hair extensions in Wanaka

If you want more length, more thickness, or simply hair that does what you picture in your head, tape-in extensions are one of the gentlest, most natural-looking ways to get there. At UKIYO in Wanaka we apply them with the same care we put into colour and cutting, so the result is seamless and comfortable to live with.

What tape-in extensions are

Tape-in extensions are thin, lightweight wefts of hair sandwiched either side of a small section of your own hair using a medical-grade adhesive tape. There is no heat, no glue gun, and no braiding or beads pulling on the scalp. They sit flat against the head, so they sit comfortably under your natural hair and are easy to hide. Because the wefts are slim and the weight is spread across many small panels, tape-ins are widely considered one of the kindest extension methods for your own hair.

Who they suit

Tape-ins work beautifully for adding fullness to fine or thinning hair, growing out a previous cut, evening up layers that have grown unevenly, or adding length for a wedding or event. They suit most hair types. The one thing they need is enough of your own hair to anchor to — at a consultation we will tell you honestly whether your hair is ready, and if it is not quite there yet, what to do first. If you have had colour damage or breakage, we may suggest a few weeks of treatment work before we fit extensions.

What to expect at your appointment

Every set starts with a consultation and a proper colour match. We match the extension hair to your ends, not your roots, so the blend looks natural as it moves and catches the light. Fitting a full set usually takes one to two hours. Once the tapes are in, we cut and blend the extensions into your own hair so there is no obvious line where your hair stops and the extensions begin. You walk out with finished, styled hair the same day. Maintenance moves are quick — every six to eight weeks we lift the tapes, re-tape and reposition them as your hair grows. With good care the same hair can be reused across several move-ups, which makes tape-ins a sensible long-term option rather than a one-off splurge.

Aftercare

Tape-ins are low-maintenance but not no-maintenance. Brush gently from the ends up with a soft-bristle or extension-friendly brush, tie hair loosely before bed, and keep heat tools away from the tape bonds themselves. Use a sulphate-free shampoo and keep conditioner and oils to the mid-lengths and ends. We will send you home knowing exactly how to wash, dry and sleep in them, and we stock the right salon products if you need them. Look after them and a set will see you comfortably through several move-ups.

Why UKIYO

UKIYO is a small, calm studio at 28 Helwick Street in the centre of Wanaka. Extensions here are never rushed and never sold as an add-on you did not ask for — we will only recommend them if they are genuinely the right call for your hair. Our colour and cutting background means the blend is the part we obsess over, and that is what makes the difference between extensions that look like extensions and extensions that just look like really good hair.

Book your extensions consultation

Or call the salon on 03 443 1040.

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Frequently asked

How long do tape-in extensions last?

The extension hair itself can last six months or longer with good care. Because your own hair keeps growing, the tapes need repositioning every six to eight weeks — a quick move-up appointment rather than a full new set.

Will tape-in extensions damage my hair?

Tape-ins are one of the gentler methods because the weight is spread across many slim panels and there is no heat or tension on the scalp. The key is professional application, sensible aftercare, and proper removal. We apply and remove every set ourselves so your own hair stays healthy.

How do I book extensions at UKIYO in Wanaka?

Book online any time at apps.kitomba.com/bookings/ukiyosalon, or call the salon on 03 443 1040. We always start with a consultation so we can colour-match and quote accurately before you commit.

UKIYO Salon · 28 Helwick Street, Wanaka · 03 443 1040 · accounts@ukiyo.co.nz