DOME Monofibre hair extensions
In 1989, during my high school years, I embraced a rebellious "punk rocker" persona. I began frequenting nightclubs at the age of 16, where I encountered individuals sporting a variety of hair colors, lengths, and extravagant styles. Some hairstyles were so towering that their owners had to crouch to enter the club doors. My own hair was styled in a mohawk with long bangs cascading past my chin. The top was dyed blue-black, while the sides were shaved short and either bleached white blonde or a vibrant crimson red. Although I was tempted to experiment with colors like blue, red, purple, and orange, I was wise enough not to subject my hair to constant bleaching for fear of damaging it. Additionally, I disliked how these bright colors tended to fade over time. Therefore, I decided to hold off until I found a better solution.
One day at the mall, I bumped into my friend Jennifer. The last time I saw her, she had very short hair all over her head. However, this time at the mall, her hair was not only a different color but also long, reaching past her shoulders! Curious, I inquired about her transformation, and she mentioned her hair stylists Johnnie and Linda who had added extensions to her hair in just 5 hours. Intrigued by her new look, I decided that I had to visit them to see what they could do with my hair.
Monofibre hair extensions are synthetic, not natural hair, allowing for the application of various colors like blue, green, purple without causing damage. Additionally, dyeing hair black over brightly colored extensions is possible without the color turning black due to the synthetic and non-porous nature of the hair.
This discovery led me to try DOME Monofibre hair extensions, incorporating red, blue, purple, and black into my long bangs with stunning results. This experience captivated me, as Monofibre extensions offered endless possibilities for my hair in terms of length, color, and texture.
Dome Monofibre hair extensions are attached using a 4-strand braid that is woven into your own hair. The C2 hot iron is then used to secure the braid, melting the Monofibre to create a discreet, shoe lace-like tip. These small, seamless individual attachments blend seamlessly with your natural hair, remaining undetectable and comfortable to wear due to the lack of scalp tension. This method does not require any glues or bonding solutions, ensuring no damage to your natural hair. When you no longer desire the extensions, simply break the heat seals and gently slide out the extensions for an effortless removal process.
Monofibre extensions from Dome are lighter than natural hair extensions by a third. They are low-maintenance and can last for up to 3 months. Some clients may notice minimal shedding or a few extensions slipping out occasionally. Touching up the service is straightforward, and it is advisable to schedule fills every 5 to 6 weeks to maintain a fresh appearance. The only restriction with Monofibre extensions is that you cannot use a curling iron on them. To create curls, hot rollers or hot sticks must be used, which will hold the curl until straightened with a warm blow dryer or the specialized flat iron from DOME designed for low-temperature smoothing.
At the age of 17, while still in high school, Linda and Johnnie kindly mentored me in the DOME Monofibre technique. Over the past 30 years, I have been using Monofibre extensions on both friends and clients. This training has been extremely beneficial, enabling me to explore a wide range of creative ideas.
Back in 1990, during my time at beauty school, I traveled to Atlanta, GA to attend the 3-day foundation course offered by DOME Monofibre. I had the privilege of being instructed by Tina Meredith from Antenna Salon in London, who collaborated closely with Simon Forbes, the mastermind behind Monofibre extensions. Tina had previously worked with renowned celebrities who sported Monofibre extensions in the 80s and 90s, such as Boy George, Marilyn, Madonna, and Cher, who were all clients of Antenna Salon. Even today, fashion designer Betsy Johnson continues to flaunt her Monofibre extensions.
Monofibre continues to be utilized worldwide, although it may not be as widely embraced in the US as it is in England. DOME Monofibre extensions will forever remain my preferred choice for hair extensions. The beauty of Monofibre surpasses that of any other type of hair extensions, making it the sole option I would consider for my clients.
