If you’re thinking about getting hair extensions in London, whether for the first time or after a disappointing experience elsewhere, this guide will show you exactly what to expect, what to look for, and how to choose a salon that specialises in natural-looking hair.
At our specialist salon in Tooting, London SW17, our approach centres on:
✨ Hair that looks, feels and moves like your own.
✨ Discreet placement, comfort and careful assessment of fine hair.
✨ A bespoke approach to colour, density and placement.
We call it The Goldilocks Formula meaning every part of your service is custom-designed to be just right.
Let’s walk you through everything you need to know before booking your transformation.
What Makes Our Extensions Different
At Taylor Rose, we assess your natural hair and tailor the colour, amount and placement of extensions to you.
Your consultation helps us establish the most suitable approach.
Your service is crafted from the ground up:
Careful colour matching
Superior quality hair
Hand-made extensions
Beautifully sourced hair
Extensions custom blended for your exact colour and density
Discreet placement designed around your natural growth patterns
The correct volume for your face shape & natural hair
Comfort-first application (a huge priority for us)
A custom cut to make the extensions move like real hair
Our goal is always the same:
hair that looks like it grew straight from your scalp.
Extension Methods We Offer
We specialise in three high-quality systems:
Micro Ring Extensions, Keratin Bonds (K-tips), and Tape Extensions.
Below is a simple breakdown of each, what they are, who they suit, and why we love them.
1. Micro Ring Extensions
What they are:
Small, colour-matched aluminium or copper rings that secure individual hair strands using your natural hair, no glue, no heat.
Why clients love them:
Reusable hair
Fitted without heat or glue
Highly customisable
Comfortable and discreet
Options for adding fullness and length
May suit normal to thick hair and some fine hair, following a suitability assessment
Each strand is hand-made in-house for a bespoke match
We hand-blend up to five different tones to create each micro ring extension, so the result is seamless, soft and natural.
2. Keratin Bonds (K-Tips)
What they are:
Small, lightweight keratin bonds that should be removed professionally using the appropriate bond-removal process.
The bonds are softened with heat and attached to small sections of your natural hair.
Why clients love them:
One of the most discreet systems available
Very small, very lightweight
May suit some fine hair after a consultation
No metal components
Small attachments designed for discreet placement
Long-lasting
We hand-create each K-tip to ensure it is the correct:
colour
density
weight
texture
for your natural hair.
We consider the weight and placement carefully, particularly for fine hair. Not every method is suitable for every client.
3. Tape Extensions
What they are:
Flat, flexible strips of hair that sandwich a section of your natural hair between two lightweight tapes.
Why clients love them:
Quick to apply
Great for adding fullness
May suit some fine hair; suitability depends on the strength and density of your natural hair
Very natural appearance
Easy maintenance
Perfect for adding volume around the face
Tapes are often chosen by busy professionals who want a beautiful transformation with minimal appointment time.
Our Signature Colour-Matching & Blending Technique
This is where the magic happens.
We analyse:
your natural hair
scalp health
hair growth patterns
texture
density
undertones
sunlight lift
and those last 5 inches that truly matter
Then we hand-blend up to 5 colours (sometimes more) to create the perfect match — even if your natural hair has darker tones underneath or subtle variations.
For micro rings and K-tips, every extension is designed by hand so the final result is:
carefully colour matched
tonally blended
soft
seamless
discreet
The goal is always simple:
Your extensions should never look like extensions.
The Consultation-to-Fitting Process
Here’s how your journey unfolds:
1. Consultation
Full hair and scalp analysis
Suitability check for each method
Discussion of lifestyle, hair goals and expectations
2. Colour Matching
Hand-blending up to 5 tones
Matching the last five inches precisely
Mimicking depth, highlights and lowlights
3. Choosing Your Method
Based on:
your hair type
lifestyle
desired volume
maintenance preferences
4. Fitting & Placement
Invisible placement
Comfort-first application
Volume designed for your face shape
Sectioning tailored to your natural hair
5. Blending & Cutting
We shape the extensions so they move and fall like your own hair.
6. Styling
Your preferred finish — sleek, bouncy, waved, or natural.
7. Aftercare
A personalised routine so you get the longest life and best quality from your extensions.
Concerns to Discuss at Your Consultation
Tell us about any previous fitting concerns so we can assess your hair and discuss your options:
Terrible colour matching
Extensions that don’t blend
Visible or bulky bonds
Extensions placed incorrectly
Poor hair quality
Discomfort or sore attachments
Over-thick, unnatural results
Cookie-cutter application
Extensions that fall out quickly
This guide is for:
✨ first-time extension clients
✨ women who’ve had a disappointing experience elsewhere
✨ luxury clients wanting something bespoke
✨ anyone wanting subtle or show-stopping results
✨ fine-hair clients looking for safety + comfort
Our Promise
Our fitting approach aims for:
Hair that feels like their own
Natural movement
Soft, seamless blends
Discreet placement
Methods selected after an individual suitability assessment
Confidence, comfort and longevity
Whether you want subtle fullness or a more noticeable change, our goal is a natural-looking result with appropriate fitting, maintenance and aftercare.
Explore our hair extension services
If you are comparing methods, you can read more about our tape hair extensions, micro ring hair extensions and keratin bond hair extensions.
For guide prices, see our hair extension prices page, or browse recent results in the gallery.
For your next steps, read our consultation journey and maintenance guide, or book your consultation.
A £1 booking fee secures your consultation. There is no further consultation charge when you attend. A £10 charge applies to missed appointments. See our FAQs for the full booking terms.