How Many I-Tips Do I Need?

How Many I-Tip Extensions Do You Really Need?

The number of I-Tips you’ll need depends on three key factors:

Your natural hair density
The texture and type of I-Tips you're installing
Your desired volume or styling outcome

At SL Raw Virgin Hair, all I-Tips are sold in 50-piece bundles. Each strand weighs approximately 0.7g, and most full installs will require 150–200 strands, depending on density and end goal.

Traditional Textured Microlink Hair Extensions

Recommended I-Tip Quantities by Hair Type

Most I-Tips from SL Raw Virgin Hair follow this density-based guide:

Hair Type	Installation Goal	Recommended Quantity	Bundle Count
Fine Hair	Natural volume	100–150 strands	2–3 bundles
Medium Hair	Full look	150–200 strands	3–4 bundles
Coarse Hair	Maximum fullness	200–250+ strands	4–5+ bundles

View Full I-Tip Quantity Guide

Tiny European Straight Microlink Extensions

Because Seamless I-Tips are finer and less dense, they require more bundles for a similar look. These straight, European-texture I-Tips are best for fine to medium-density hair.

Hair Type	Recommended Packs (50 pcs each)
Fine Hair	4 packs
Medium Hair	5–6 packs
Coarse Hair	6–7 packs

View Seamless I-Tip Quantity Guide

Pro Tip: Seamless I-Tips are great for discreet installs and blending on thinner areas, but always speak with your stylist about spacing and length needs, especially for installs 20” or longer, which may require an extra bundle.

Strand Density by Texture: Choose the Right Type of I-Tip

Not all I-Tips are created equal. Here’s how our textures differ:

Seamless I-Tips
Lightweight and ultra-discreet. Best for fine hair.
→ Shop Seamless I-Tips (Straight, European Texture)
→ View Seamless I-Tip Quantity Guide
Raw Indian I-Tips
Denser strands for medium to coarse hair. Available in curly and wavy textures.
→ Shop Raw Indian Microlinks
Curly Hair I-Tips
Best for medium-density hair seeking volume with a natural, discreet finish.
→ Shop Curly Microlinks

Still Not Sure How Much Hair You Need?

Ask yourself:

Are you going for fullness, length, or both?
Will you be styling your hair in high ponytails or straight-down styles?
Do you have breakage, short layers, or a tapered cut to blend?

If you’re unsure, our experts can help.

→ Use the Texture Matching Concierge
→ Need Help Matching Color Too?

Ready to Order with Confidence?

No guesswork needed. Explore I-Tips tailored to your hair type:

For best results: When selecting your I-Tip length, choose one that is no more than 4 inches longer than your natural hair for the best blend. Opting for a length that is significantly longer can lead to visible gaps and uneven spacing within your install..

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