These Hair Extension Before-And-Afters Will Make You Run to the Salon

If you're looking for a beauty reset, one of the easiest ways to achieve it is to opt for a new hairstyle. Whether you switch things up from your regular messy bun or go for a shorter haircut, there are numerous ways to get the look. Still, one technique that most people don't recognize can have a big impact is hair extensions.

While most people often go from long to short hair, the inverse can be just as transformational and the best way to do so is by adding a few extra pieces of hair throughout your head. Not only can they add a bit of volume and length, but extensions can also offer a completely new look by allowing you to try out a different hair texture than your natural one. The techniques are also as versatile as the styles that you can achieve. Choose from options like traditional sew-ins, tapes and quick weaves, or even the more advanced UV extensions that are just starting to hit the market — the options are practically endless.

Your experience with extensions depends not only on the style that you choose but the stylist that you go to. However you want to switch up your look, you must go to a professional who knows what they're doing. Don't be afraid to go in for a consultation and ask for previous examples of their work before committing fully to your new style — extensions can get pricey very quickly and you want to make sure that you're getting your money's worth.

If you're ready for a makeover, we've gone ahead and rounded up some of the best before and afters using hair extensions to help you find your new aesthetic. From clip-in hair extensions for that added bit of oomph to sewn-in tracks that will add length, keep reading to find the hairstyles that will best work for you.