Keratin hair extensions are our most-requested installation at Crystal Hair, and the question we hear most often is whether they damage natural hair. The honest answer: when applied and removed correctly by a trained stylist, they do not. Keratin is a protein your hair already contains, so the bond is gentle on both the strand and the scalp.
The Benefits of Keratin Hair Extensions
Gentle by design
When applied and removed correctly, keratin extensions do no damage, because keratin is not harsh on your hair or scalp. There are no tracks, glues or sewing involved — just a small, flexible bond that moves the way your own hair moves.
Extremely natural looking
The extensions hang strand by strand, so they fall with your own hair rather than sitting on top of it. Even up close, in a ponytail or on the beach, the blend is remarkably convincing — our clients regularly forget which hair is which.
Many colours to choose from
We stock a wide shade range, from jet black to platinum and every balayage blend in between. Your stylist can mix tones to change your colour or perfectly match your natural shade — highlights included, without a drop of bleach.
Lasts up to one year
With proper care, a keratin installation can last for as long as one year. We recommend a refit around the eight-to-twelve-week mark as your hair grows, which keeps the bonds discreet and comfortable throughout.
Done well, extensions should look like they grew there. That is the standard we fit to.
Caring for your keratin extensions
- Brush twice daily with a soft bristle or loop brush, holding the bond as you brush the lengths.
- Wash with sulfate-free shampoo, conditioning the mid-lengths and ends only.
- Blow-dry the bond area after washing rather than letting it air-dry.
- Book a check-up at the salon every six to eight weeks so we can keep the installation tidy.
Thinking about your first set? Message us on WhatsApp with your hair goals and a photo — our stylists will recommend the right length and shade, and book you in at either our Al Barsha or Jumeirah branch.