Why Your Extensions Might Not Match at First Glance?Updated 21 hours ago
It’s a common question we get from first-time customers:
“I received my extensions, but they don’t quite look like my curls…”
Here’s the truth: matching textured hair—especially curly or coily types—requires more than a quick glance. And it starts with understanding the difference between trained hair, raw extensions, and true texture.
What Is Trained Hair?
If you’ve ever flat-ironed your natural curls regularly or worn stretched styles like blowouts or twist-outs, your hair has likely been trained. This simply means your curl pattern has loosened slightly over time due to heat or product use.
While this is totally normal, it can cause your natural hair to look looser than it actually is, especially at the perimeter or ends.
Raw Extensions Need to Be Washed & Trained Too
All of our hair extensions are made from raw, unprocessed human hair. That means when you first receive them, they haven’t been styled, manipulated, or “trained” to match your routine yet.
Just like your own curls, raw hair extensions need to be washed, conditioned, and styled before they blend naturally with your hair. Once trained and worn over time, they’ll conform beautifully to your lifestyle.
Looking for a seamless blend? The customer in this example was matched with our Soft Kinky Curly I-Tip Extensions, perfect for natural 3B–3C textures. You can also browse our full Curly Microlinks Collection for more options that match beautifully with natural hair.
Real customer match: 3B–3C hair with Soft Kinky Curly I-Tip Extensions
Where We Match From: Your True Texture
When you submit images to our Texture Matching Concierge, we don’t match to your edges, your ends, or wet curls.
We match to the healthiest section of your hair, usually found around the crown and upper shaft. Why? Because that’s where 90% of your texture lives—and that’s what your extensions will blend with most naturally.
It’s also very normal for women with natural hair to have 2–3 different curl patterns on one head. The back may be tighter, the perimeter looser, and the top more defined. We use our trained eye to match what’s most dominant.
How to Send the Best Photos
To get the best match, make sure to:
- Take your photos in natural lighting (no filters)
- Show your hair fully dried after a fresh wash
- Include at least two angles (back + side or crown)
- Avoid showing only your edges, ends, or wet curls
We’ll review and respond with a recommended texture match within 24 hours.
Additional Resources
- Blog: Why Your Hair Extensions Might Not Match (Yet) – Real customer example with side-by-side photos, product links, and expert insight.
- Microlinks vs I-Tips – What’s the Difference?
- How to Choose Your Curl Type Using Our Hair Chart
Still Unsure About Your Texture?
Our expert team can help you confidently choose your perfect match—no guessing required.
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