THE OBITUARY

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What Actually Makes Extensions “Low-Maintenance”?

What Actually Makes Extensions “Low-Maintenance”?

We hear it all the time. “Straight is the easiest.” And honestly? That’s not wrong. Straight hair doesn’t frizz as easily. It’s simple to style. It layers well. It behaves with product. For a lot...
K-Tips Are Great — Until You’re Making Them Yourself

K-Tips Are Great — Until You’re Making Them Yourself

We love K-tips. Really.They’re discreet, versatile, and perfect for certain installs where flexibility and invisibility are key. But here’s the reality no one wants to admit: Hand-making K-tips at the end of a 10-hour day?...
Why Your Extensions Still Feel Dry — Even After Deep Conditioning

Why Your Extensions Still Feel Dry — Even After Deep Conditioning

You’ve done everything right. Hydrating mask? Check.Moisture-rich leave-in? Check.Air-dried gently, skipped the heat, used silk everything? Still dry. Still rough. Still not absorbing anything. If that sounds familiar, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with...
Oils and Extensions: What Stylists Really Need to Know

Oils and Extensions: What Stylists Really Need to Know

Let’s talk about one of the most common questions we hear: “Can I use oil on my extensions?” The answer?Kind of… but honestly? Not really. Here’s the deal: Most oils are hydrophobic — meaning they...
Hand-Tied vs. Genius Wefts: How to Choose the Right One

Hand-Tied vs. Genius Wefts: How to Choose the Right One

Let’s clear something up:Hand-tied and genius wefts are not the same thing — and understanding the difference can completely change how your install turns out. Both can create beautiful results.But they behave differently behind the...
Mourning Hair Is Going Daily on YouTube — And It’s About to Get Real

Mourning Hair Is Going Daily on YouTube — And It’s About to Get Real

You know that feeling when you’re watching “educational” hair content and it’s all fluff, no real answers? Yeah — same. So starting October 6, I’m changing that. Because Mourning Hair is officially going daily on...
I Hated the First Batch of Mourning Hair

I Hated the First Batch of Mourning Hair

Let’s rewind. The first time I held Mourning Hair in my hands, I was buzzing. I thought this was it. I thought I’d nailed it. The bundles looked thick.The wefts were full.On paper, everything checked...
Your Client’s Hair Isn’t Falling Out — Let’s Talk About Removal Shed

Your Client’s Hair Isn’t Falling Out — Let’s Talk About Removal Shed

You’re halfway through a removal. You snip. You loosen.You slide the extensions out. And then —You’ve got what looks like a small animal in your hands. Cue the internal freakout. “Did I just pull out...
The Truth About Curly Extensions: More Product Isn’t Better

The Truth About Curly Extensions: More Product Isn’t Better

Let’s debunk something real quick. When a client’s curly extensions start feeling dry, brittle, or crunchy, most stylists go straight into rescue mode: “Add more oil.”“Slather on a protein mask.”“Try a keratin treatment.” But here’s...