Alanis Salon is Houston's premiere hair extension salon. We have over 20 years experience customizing individual hair extensions on all types of hair.
Whether you're looking for something for a special event, everyday wear, to help with thinning hair, long, or short -- or anything else! We can customize hair extensions that will blend seamlessly with your own hair.
We are certified by several companies including Micro Point, Great Lengths (keratin and tape-ins), Mago (knotted), Capelli (fusion), Dream Catcher (microlinks), HairDreams (fusion), Babe etc.
Check out our hair extension gallery below for a sampling of our work and our Q&A section!
Need more info? Schedule a free consult or visit our hair extension FAQs.
20” Hair Extensions // Great Lengths Application
20” Custom Curly Mago Hair Extensions // Textured Hair // Volume & Length
Did you know?
Some hair extensions can last 4 to 6 months depending on the type, your hair care routine, and how fast your hair grows.
14” Hair Extensions // Great Lengths // Volume for thinning hair
Micro Point Extensions
What is Micro Point?
Micro Point Solutions visibly boosts thin hair in just one appointment. This technique locks multiple hairs from existing hairs at the base of the scalp. Hair goes from thin to thick in just one session with lasting results! Book a free consultation today.
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Q & A
1.Which hair extensions should I get? Depends on the current health of hair, goal, health history, lifestyle, and maintenance.
2. How are hair extensions made? Synthetic or real human hair. We pride ourselves in only caring brands ethically source hair. 100% human hair.
3. Will people know that I’m wearing extensions? No
4. Will extensions ruin my natural hair? With proper application, maintenance and removal there should be no damage to natural hair. In fact, most people found hair has done better after removal.
5. How long do the extensions last? Anywhere from a day to 6 months (depends on the type of extensions).
6. How can I do extensions maintenance? Depends on the type of hair extensions you get. However, your extensions specialist will give you directions on how to maintain.
7. Could I dye my extensions? We do not recommend it.
8. Could I cut extensions? Yes, stylist cuts to blend with natural hair along with trims.
9. Are hair extensions uncomfortable? They are not uncomfortable. However for some people, it may take 1-2 days to adapt, but you shouldn’t feel uncomfortable after adapting.
10. Do hair extensions hurt at first? Depends on the method of extensions along with tolerance.
11. How do you brush hair extensions? It´s preferably better to use a soft bristle brush and brush downwards.
12. Can hair be too thin for extensions? The majority of the time, thin hair is not an issue, it's more about expectations.
13. Can fine thin hair have extensions? Yes, but also based on consultation your specialist will be able to tell you which extensions type is best.
14. How long can you keep extensions in your hair? Depends on the type of extensions, some just for the day others may be up some up to 6 months.
15. How often do you change hair extensions? Depends on the extensions type, some such as tape in 6-8 weeks/ micro links 2-3 months/ fusion or Mago can be every 4-6 months.
16. What happens if you leave hair extensions in too long? If extensions are left on too long, the extensions will cause knotting, and extensions will start to show.
17. Are hair extensions easy to maintain? Yes
18. What extensions application suits me? Consultation is the best way to find out.
19. How do you sleep comfortably with extensions? We suggest either a low ponytail, loose bun, or braids to keep hair from knotting. Also may purchase a silk pillow, and make sure to brush before going to bed.
20. How do I shower wearing extensions? Do not overly be aggressive while shampooing, and do not flip the hair upside down while washing.
21. How long does my hair have to be? Hair length can be as short as 1 inch, but length also depends on how well it will blend with natural hair.
22. What type of products should I use? Salon products are best to use that are suggested by stylist.
23. Are they high maintenance? Depends on the person, but most people find it less maintenance to style.
24. What hair extensions are best for thin hair? Depends on the client’s goal such as length, or to cover any area that is visible to the scalp.
25. What hair extensions are best for fine hair? Depends on the client’s goal such as length or to cover any area that is visible to the scalp.
26. What hair extensions do celebrities use? Celebrities use all types of hair extensions such as Great Lengths, Mago, different types of tape-ins, and many have their own hairline brand.
27. Can hair extensions be reused? Yes
28. Which brand of hair extensions is the best? Great Lengths or Mago. However, it depends on the person and what works best for them.
29. Can hair extensions help hair grow? Yes
30. What hair extensions cause the least damage? The ones that are meant for your hair type and day to day lifestyle will cause the least damage.
