{"title":"Tape-In Hair Extensions","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-kinky-curly-3b-3c-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Kinky Curly 3B-3C - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3B-3C Curl Pattern Matches Defined Natural Spirals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe curl diameter replicates those springy, well-defined coils of type 3B through 3C natural hair, which is the specific range where tape-in options have historically been really scarce. If you've been \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/tape-in-extensions-reliable-and-long-lasting-hair-enhancements\"\u003esettling for non-matching alternatives\u003c\/a\u003e, this is the texture you've been waiting for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurls Naturally Conceal Every Tape Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKinky curly strands fan outward from the adhesive tab in multiple directions, burying the bond beneath overlapping coils. You don't have to do any deliberate layering or concealment work, because the curls just handle that for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Pieces in 20 Sandwiches for Scalp-Safe Weight Distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 100-gram total is divided across 20 attachment points, keeping each sandwich light enough to avoid concentrated tension on curly hair's naturally finer anchor points. It's all about even distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirgin Human Hair Maintains Curl Through Reinstallation Cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe curl pattern is encoded in permanent disulfide bonds, so it survives tape removal, cleaning, and re-application across multiple cycles. The coils don't loosen and the definition doesn't degrade. They keep their bounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSame Wash-Day Routine as Your Bio Curls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUnprocessed cuticle absorbs leave-in conditioners, curl creams, and oils at a rate comparable to your natural hair. Your existing product lineup works across both the tape-ins and your own strands, so no separate routine is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Bonds Move With the Curl's Natural Bounce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe adhesive tabs flex with the stretch-and-return motion of kinky curly texture. Bond integrity holds through that daily compression and expansion tight curls produce. They're designed to work with movement rather than against it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Liftable to Honey Blonde\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVirgin cortex with intact melanin accepts lightener evenly to shade 27. So highlights, face-framing accents, or warm-tone shifts are all on the table without compromising the curl's spring or the strand's structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e3B-3C Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Virgin Human Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100 grams (3.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColor Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan professionally lift to #27 Honey Blonde\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3B-3C is the curl pattern with the most definition. Think spiral ringlets that hold their shape without product, and each curl is distinct and bouncy with a circumference about the size of a Sharpie marker. If that's your natural texture or the texture you're trying to match, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3B-3C Versus the Other Curly Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between this and the 3B-4A or 4B-4C options comes down to curl diameter and density. 3B-3C curls are wider, more defined spirals. They have visible separation between each curl, and they catch light differently because the curls are open enough to reflect. The 3B-4A next door has tighter coils that start compressing into each other, and the 4B-4C has z-shaped kinks with almost no visible curl definition from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this matters for blending: if your natural hair has those loose, bouncy spirals that you can wrap around your finger, that's 3B-3C. Putting 4B-4C extensions on 3B-3C hair would look like two completely different textures living on the same head. The curl diameter has to match for the extension to disappear. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/curly-hair-extensions-installation-and-care\"\u003ecurly hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e goes deeper on how curl-type matching affects blending across different methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Curls Behave Day to Day\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy day two, you'll get a frizz halo that helps the extensions blend even more with your natural hair. The curls soften into each other and the line between yours and the tape-ins disappears. I've seen curly tape-ins that lose their pattern after a few washes because the \"curl\" was just a roller set on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#processed-hair\"\u003eprocessed hair\u003c\/a\u003e. These don't do that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to keep in mind: avoid heavy butters and oils directly on the tape bonds or they'll slip. Water-based leave-ins from mid-shaft down keep the curls moisturized without compromising the adhesive. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/remy-hair-extensions-everything-you-need-to-know\"\u003eRemy hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e names exactly what causes slippage and dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Specifics for 3B-3C\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your natural hair is thinner than average, you might also consider single-sided tape strips instead of the standard sandwich, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-thin-hair-safely-enhancing-volume\"\u003eextensions for thin hair guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains why that lighter variant reduces tension on finer strands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one thing to be aware of: 3B-3C curls have some shrinkage, roughly 30-40% depending on your humidity and product routine. So 20 inches of 3B-3C will hang around 12-14 inches when fully dry and coiled up. Order longer than you think you need if you want length past your shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your hair is thick, you might want a second pack for extra fullness. But honestly, 3B-3C curls create so much volume on their own that one pack usually does the job. If you're comparing attachment methods for curly textures, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hand-tied-hair-extensions-the-complete-guide\"\u003ehand-tied extensions\u003c\/a\u003e are another option worth considering for their flat, lightweight bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":42311333281852,"sku":"KC-TAPE-IN-16","price":73.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311333314620,"sku":"KC-TAPE-IN-18","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311333347388,"sku":"KC-TAPE-IN-20","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-kinky-curly-3b-3c-natural-black-1b-16in-hand-held-full-length-pink.jpg?v=1774815160"},{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-afro-kinky-coily-4b-4c-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Afro Kinky Coily 4B-4C - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4B-4C Coil Pattern Fills a Texture Gap Most Brands Ignore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHere's the thing: tape-in extensions are overwhelmingly made in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#straight\"\u003estraight\u003c\/a\u003e and wavy textures, which leaves tight-coily clients without options. This is an actual 4B-4C texture that matches that springy, z-shaped coil structure, so you get a blend that \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/top-tape-in-hair-extensions-for-stunning-results\"\u003estraight or wavy tape-ins just can't achieve\u003c\/a\u003e without a ton of manipulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Pieces Distribute Weight Across 20 Sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach sandwich holds a small, controlled section of your hair, spreading the total 100-gram load evenly across your scalp. Instead of concentrating weight at a few attachment points, you've got even distribution, and that's what reduces tension headaches and follicular stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoily Texture Conceals the Tape Bond Beneath Curl Volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe tight coils fan outward from the scalp in multiple directions, so they naturally bury each flat tape bond beneath layers of curl mass. Smoother textures just can't replicate that visual concealment without really careful layering. These do it automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Bonds Flex With the Coil Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe adhesive tabs move with the natural spring and compression of 4B-4C curls rather than fighting against it. So the bond integrity holds through that stretch-and-return cycle tight coils produce during daily wear. They work with your texture rather than against it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirgin Hair Responds to Standard Natural-Hair Products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUnprocessed cuticle and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#cortex\"\u003ecortex\u003c\/a\u003e absorb leave-in conditioners, curl creams, and oils at rates comparable to your natural hair. So your existing product routine works across both the tape-ins and your own strands. You don't need a separate regimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoil Shape Is Permanently Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 4B-4C pattern lives in the strand's disulfide bond architecture, so the coils recover their original shape after stretching, pressing, or sleeping on them. No curling-tool intervention needed, because they just bounce right back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Liftable to Shade 27\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVirgin cortex with intact melanin accepts lightener evenly to \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#colour-codes\"\u003ehoney blonde\u003c\/a\u003e, so you can add highlights or warm-tone accents on the extensions while your own hair stays completely untouched beneath the tape bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Virgin Human Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e4B to 4C Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100 grams (3.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColor Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan lift to #27 Honey Blonde\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e4B-4C is the tightest coil pattern in this lineup. The strands form z-shaped bends rather than round spirals, and the coils compress so tightly against each other that from a distance, the hair reads as a dense cloud rather than individual curls. If your natural hair doesn't wrap around a pencil but instead kinks and bends at sharp angles, this is your texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 4B-4C Coils Actually Do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrinkage is the biggest factor because 4B-4C hair shrinks 50-75% of its measured length. Twenty inches of this texture will hang around 5-10 inches when fully dry and coiled up, and that's not an exaggeration. So if you want length that shows, you need to order significantly longer than you think, or accept that the look is going to be about volume and density rather than length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the volume is real. One pack of these at 100 grams creates more visible fullness than any other texture at the same weight. The coils stack and expand in every direction, so where straight tape-ins add length, these add crown. If you've been wanting that full afro silhouette or just more density in your wash-and-go, this is the texture that delivers it. For a deeper look at how extensions build fullness, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-volume-complete-guide-to-thicker-and-fuller-hair\"\u003eguide to hair extensions for volume\u003c\/a\u003e covers the different approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Moisture Situation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4B-4C needs heavy moisture, but tape bonds don't like moisture near them. So the move is to keep your heavy products on mid-shaft and ends only, because that way the tape bonds stay dry and your coils stay fed. If you want a full breakdown of maintaining curly and coily textures in extensions, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/curly-hair-extensions-installation-and-care\"\u003ecurly hair extensions care guide\u003c\/a\u003e walks through the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Install\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI know clarifying completely feels wrong for 4B-4C hair, but the tape needs clean, bare hair to bond. It's just for install day, and once the bonds are set you can go back to your full routine. Between appointments, keeping your natural hair moisturized underneath is just as important as caring for the extensions themselves, so our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/the-benefits-of-sew-in-hair-extensions-achieve-instant-length-and-volume\"\u003esew-in extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e has a section on moisturizing the hair beneath bonds that applies to any protective install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty sandwiches is enough for a full install on medium density hair. For high-density 4C hair, you might want a second pack, and not because the first doesn't cover enough but because matching the density of very thick natural hair with only one pack can leave the extensions looking thinner than your bio hair. On the other hand, if your natural hair is on the thinner side underneath those coils, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-thin-hair-safely-enhancing-volume\"\u003eguide to extensions for thin hair\u003c\/a\u003e explains which attachment methods to avoid and why single-sided tape might be a safer option for delicate strands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":42311334428732,"sku":"AFK-COIL-TAPE-IN-16","price":73.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311334461500,"sku":"AFK-COIL-TAPE-IN-18","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311334494268,"sku":"AFK-COIL-TAPE-IN-20","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-afro-kinky-coily-4b-4c-natural-black-1b-0.jpg?v=1769739513"},{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-kinky-straight-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Kinky Straight - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#kinky-straight\"\u003eKinky Straight\u003c\/a\u003e Replicates a Blown-Out Silk Press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe micro-crimped surface gives you the full, textured movement of freshly blown-out type 4 hair, a specific finish that bone-straight tape-ins can't match against natural hair and that \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/top-tape-in-hair-extensions-for-stunning-results\"\u003ecurly tape-ins overshoot\u003c\/a\u003e in the opposite direction. This hits the sweet spot. It sits between straight and curly in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tape-in-hair-extensions\"\u003ethe tape-in range\u003c\/a\u003e, and every texture ships as 40 pieces in 1B so you can mix to match a silk press growing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlends Invisibly With Relaxed or Heat-Straightened Natural Hair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe subtle texture matches the visual range of chemically relaxed or flat-ironed natural hair, so the transition from your natural hair to the extension is invisible. You don't need to do anything extra on either side to make it work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Pieces Across 20 Sandwiches for Even Weight Distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach sandwich holds a thin section of your hair, spreading the 100-gram total across your scalp. That avoids the concentrated pulling heavier single-point methods create on straightened natural hair. Even distribution is everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicro-Kink Surface Handles Humidity Without Frizzing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe textured strand surface absorbs atmospheric moisture gradually along the sealed cuticle rather than puffing outward. So the blown-out look holds in conditions that cause bone-straight extensions to develop flyaways. Humidity doesn't win here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirgin Hair Takes Heat Both Ways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA flat iron temporarily smooths the kinky straight texture to bone-straight, and the original micro-kink comes right back after the next wash. So you're getting two presentations from one set of tape-ins. That's real versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Bonds Sit Flat Despite the Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe kinky straight pattern has enough internal volume to conceal the adhesive tab beneath the textured mass, while the micro-kink surface actually keeps the bond from sliding. It's a grip-and-hide combination smoother textures just can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiftable to Shade 27 for Custom Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVirgin melanin and intact keratin accept lightener evenly to honey blonde. So you can do highlights or warm-tone shifts without the breakage risk that pre-processed kinky straight tape-ins carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Virgin Human Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eNatural Blow Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100 grams (3.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eAttachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eTape-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColor Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan lift to #27 Honey Blonde\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKinky straight is what a silk press looks like when it cooperates. That blown-out texture with body and movement, but without the bone-straight flatness that screams \"these aren't mine.\" These replace the weekly flat-iron damage with a no-heat match, and if you want a solution that stays in long-term our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/permanent-hair-extensions-transform-your-hair-with-lasting-results\"\u003epermanent extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e compares the options for extended wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Kinky Straight Different From Regular Straight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the texture that makes people ask what products you use instead of where you bought your extensions. The strands have a subtle texture you can feel when you run your fingers through, with the same density and movement as hair that's been stretched and not straightened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when your roots grow in between appointments, the textured grow-out blends with the kinky straight instead of creating that harsh line you get with silky extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Virgin Hair Matters for This Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kinky straight shape lives in the permanent bond structure of the strand rather than in a surface treatment that washes out. If you're only after the natural black, you still get the virgin quality, so the hair holds moisture better and lasts through more reinstalls than \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#processed-hair\"\u003eprocessed hair\u003c\/a\u003e at the same price point. To understand why that matters, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-effortlessly-transform-your-hair\"\u003ehair extensions overview\u003c\/a\u003e has a double drawn vs. single drawn comparison that explains how hair construction affects thickness and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes for This Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalls like any tape-in, no special steps for this texture. If you have finer hair, ultra slim tape strips prevent the \"shelf effect\" at the roots that standard strips can create, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/tape-in-extensions-reliable-and-long-lasting-hair-enhancements\"\u003etape-in extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e breaks down the four strip types and which density each one suits. The kinky straight is actually the easiest of the textured options to work with because it lays flatter than \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#curly\"\u003ecurly\u003c\/a\u003e textures while still having enough body to hide bonds. For styling, you can flat iron them completely straight for a sleeker look or curl for more volume, and they'll return to the kinky straight pattern after washing. If you want to understand how different extension types handle heat styling and versatility, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/weft-hair-extensions-application-and-styling\"\u003eweft hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers that in detail. That's the whole point of this texture: the midpoint between straight and curly that goes either direction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":42311335215164,"sku":"KS-TAPE-IN-16","price":73.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311335247932,"sku":"KS-TAPE-IN-18","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311335280700,"sku":"KS-TAPE-IN-20","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-kinky-straight-natural-black-1b-0.jpg?v=1769739508"},{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-afro-kinky-curly-3b-4a-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Afro Kinky Curly 3B-4A - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3B-4A Curl Diameter Bridges the Curly-to-Coily Spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe curl pattern sits right at the transition between defined spiral curls and tighter coils, so it matches the widest range of type 3 and type 4 natural hair. You don't need to manipulate either texture to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/tape-in-extensions-reliable-and-long-lasting-hair-enhancements\"\u003eachieve a seamless blend\u003c\/a\u003e. It just meets in the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 Sandwiches Across 40 Pieces for Even Load Distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach sandwich holds a thin section of your hair between two adhesive tabs, spreading the 100-gram total across your scalp. That avoids the concentrated tension heavier single-point methods create. Your head will actually thank you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurls Hide the Tape Attachment Automatically\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAfro kinky curly strands arc away from the bond at multiple angles, burying each flat tape tab beneath overlapping coils. It's the same self-concealing property that makes curly textures honestly the most forgiving format if you're new to tape-ins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirgin Hair Maintains the Curl Through Reinstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe curl pattern lives in the strand's permanent disulfide cross-links, so the coils keep their spring through multiple tape-removal-and-reapplication cycles. You typically get three reinstalls before needing new adhesive tabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-Based Refresh Between Wash Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA spray of water and a scrunch reactivates the curl definition through the hydrogen bond cycle. No heat tools needed, just that same refresh method your natural curly hair already responds to. Quick, easy, and it keeps the tape-ins looking fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Bonds Flex With Curl Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe adhesive tabs bend and shift with the natural bounce and compression of the curls rather than resisting it. Bond integrity holds through that daily coil motion because the tape was designed to move with textured hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiftable to Shade 27 for Custom Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVirgin cortex with intact melanin accepts lightener evenly to honey blonde. So you can do highlights or warm-tone accents without compromising the curl pattern or strand integrity. The color lifts clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e3B to 4A Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Virgin Human Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100 grams (3.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan professionally lift to #27 Honey Blonde\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3B-4A sits right at the transition where defined spirals start tightening into coils. If you hold one of these pieces next to the 3B-3C, you can see the difference. The curls here are tighter, the spirals start overlapping each other, and the overall volume is denser for the same amount of hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere 3B-4A Falls in the Curl Spectrum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3B-4A sits in the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#curly\"\u003ecurly\u003c\/a\u003e-coily zone that's hardest to match because it's too tight for loose-spiral extensions yet too defined for coily ones. That in-between is exactly what this texture matches. If you're still exploring which extension method suits your hair, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-effortlessly-transform-your-hair\"\u003ehair extensions overview\u003c\/a\u003e compares the main options side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curl transition within each piece is natural because some strands are tighter and some are a bit looser. That variation is what you see in actual 3B-4A hair, since it's never one uniform curl size across your whole head. Processed extensions that claim to be \"kinky curly\" usually have one stamped-in curl size repeated perfectly, and that's a dead giveaway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShrinkage and What It Means for Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3B-4A shrinks about 40-50%, so 20 inches of hair will sit around 10-12 inches when fully dry and coiled. That's a big difference from what the straight tape-ins look like at the same measured length, and you need to factor that into your order. If you want hair that hits your collarbone when dry, you're looking at the 18-20 inch range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the upside of that shrinkage is volume. One pack of these creates noticeably more fullness than one pack of straight tape-ins at the same weight because the curls stack on top of each other and create body that straight hair just can't. For adding thickness and density to your natural curls, a single pack goes further than you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for These Between Appointments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisturize mid-shaft and down, but keep oils and heavy butters away from the bond. You already know this routine if you've been taking care of natural curly hair, and the only new rule is keeping product away from the tape. If you want the exact step-by-step for how tape-ins get applied on curly textures specifically, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/curly-hair-extensions-installation-and-care\"\u003ecurly hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e walks through a 5-step process including the low-heat iron pass that activates the adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColor on 3B-4A Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese can lift to #27 honey blonde, and since they're \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#virgin-hair\"\u003evirgin hair\u003c\/a\u003e the color process is clean from the start. Virgin is different from raw hair in how it's sourced and processed, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/the-best-hair-bundles-your-guide-to-quality-sew-ins-and-closures\"\u003ehair bundles guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains that distinction. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/remy-hair-extensions-everything-you-need-to-know\"\u003eRemy hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e also explains why unprocessed \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#cuticle\"\u003ecuticles\u003c\/a\u003e matter so much for color results. If you're thinking highlights or a balayage effect, the curly texture actually makes color placement more forgiving than straight hair. Individual curls catch the light at different angles, so even if your highlight placement isn't perfectly uniform, the curls make it look intentional. Just make sure your colorist does a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#sensitivity-test\"\u003estrand test\u003c\/a\u003e first, because raw hair absorbs differently than processed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":42311335510076,"sku":"AFK-CUR-TAPE-IN-16","price":73.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311335542844,"sku":"AFK-CUR-TAPE-IN-18","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311335575612,"sku":"AFK-CUR-TAPE-IN-20","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-afro-kinky-curly-3b-4a-natural-black-1b-0.jpg?v=1769739502"},{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-straight-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Straight - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Grade Means the Cleanest Possible Starting Point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo chemical processing, no silicone coating, no prior history. The cuticle arrives fully intact, which is why these tape-ins \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/tape-in-extensions-reliable-and-long-lasting-hair-enhancements\"\u003elift to any color cleanly\u003c\/a\u003e and last through more reinstallation cycles than standard virgin hair can handle. Straight shows the bond line the most, so if your own hair has wave or coil, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tape-in-hair-extensions\"\u003ethe other tape-in textures\u003c\/a\u003e in the same raw build will blend better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Texture Showcases the Tape-In Method's Strongest Advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTape-ins were literally engineered for straight hair first. The flat adhesive bond sits closest to invisible on straight textures because the hair lies directly against the scalp with no volume creating gaps. It's the cleanest look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Pieces in 20 Sandwiches for Full-Head Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 100-gram total spreads across 20 attachment points, providing enough density for a natural-looking volume increase from fine to medium natural hair without any single sandwich carrying excess weight. It's all about balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Up to Three Times With Retaping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRaw hair withstands adhesive removal, cleaning, and fresh tape application across multiple 6-8 week cycles. Each reinstall extends the per-wear value and brings down your cost per month of continuous wear. The investment keeps paying off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Form Holds Its Polished Line Between Washes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe naturally straight pattern stays sleek and gravity-aligned from wash day to wash day without reverting, frizzing, or curling at the ends. You wake up and it still looks good. That's the beauty of genuine straight texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakes Curl and Reverts Completely\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHeat-styled waves or curls hold through the day, and the original straight form returns fully after the next wash. So one set of tape-ins supports both sleek and textured looks. You just decide what you're feeling that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Liftable to Any Shade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCompletely unprocessed cortex accepts lightener with the cleanest possible lift through all stages. Colorists get full creative range from subtle highlights to full platinum, and there's no chemical history to conflict with the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Raw Virgin Human Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eStraight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eProcessing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eNone (completely raw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e3.50 oz (100 grams)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColor Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan lift to any color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eInstallation Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e6-8 weeks per install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eReusability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eUp to 3 times with retaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe're talking straight tape-ins. And I mean actual raw straight, far from that silicone-coated straight that feels like doll hair after two washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Raw Straight Tape-Ins Actually Behave\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you open the pack, these might seem a little dry compared to what you're used to. First wash with a sulfate-free shampoo and a deep condition, and the hair comes to life. It'll match your natural texture way better than processed extensions that have that plastic sheen going on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight texture here is versatile in a way the other textures in this lineup aren't. You can curl it, flat iron it, braid it for waves overnight, and it's going to hold whatever you do to it and bounce back to straight after a wash. If you're someone who switches up your style a lot, straight is the one to start with. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-volume-complete-guide-to-thicker-and-fuller-hair\"\u003eguide to hair extensions for volume\u003c\/a\u003e covers how straight textures in particular add density without changing your natural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing I wish somebody had told me earlier: raw straight shows your tape bonds more than textured hair does. The hair lays flat, which means there's nothing hiding those little bumps. Keep your sandwiches about a pinky finger width apart, and don't stack them directly on top of each other row to row. Stagger them like bricks on a wall, and you'll be fine even in a high ponytail. If you want the full DIY placement walkthrough with tools list and mirror setup, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/top-tape-in-hair-extensions-for-stunning-results\"\u003etape-in extensions styling guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the home application process step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColor Processing on These\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where raw hair actually earns its price tag. If you want to understand why hair grade matters for color results, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/remy-hair-extensions-everything-you-need-to-know\"\u003eRemy hair extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e breaks down the difference between virgin, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#remy-hair\"\u003eRemy\u003c\/a\u003e, and processed hair. These lifted to a clean honey blonde in one session when I tested with a colorist friend. One session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#sensitivity-test\"\u003estrand test\u003c\/a\u003e first. Always. Raw hair has a different \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#hair-porosity\"\u003eporosity\u003c\/a\u003e than your natural hair, so it picks up color at a different speed. Cut one piece, test it, then commit. You don't want to find out the hard way that it grabbed too much toner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know Before Install Day\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean hair on install day. No oils, no leave-in, no dry shampoo residue. The tape needs that clean surface to bond properly, and minimal washing after install keeps bonds lasting longest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese run in longer lengths (18-22 inches), so if you're after something below the shoulders, this is the one. The straight texture doesn't shrink when it dries, so what you order is what you get length-wise. If bond visibility is a concern because your natural hair is on the thinner side, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-thin-hair-safely-enhancing-volume\"\u003eextensions for thin hair guide\u003c\/a\u003e breaks down the difference between fine and thin hair and which methods work safest for each.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311336722492,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-SS-18","price":79.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311336755260,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-SS-20","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22\"","offer_id":42311336788028,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-SS-22","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-straight-natural-black-1b-20in-hand-held-full-length.jpg?v=1774815175"},{"product_id":"tape-in-hair-extensions-body-wave-natural-black-1b","title":"Tape In Hair Extensions - Body Wave - Natural Black (1B)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Hair Grade Means Completely Unprocessed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo acid bath, no silicone coating, no steam treatment. The cuticle and cortex arrive exactly as grown, giving you the longest possible lifespan per set and the cleanest color-lift results when \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/top-tape-in-hair-extensions-for-stunning-results\"\u003ecustomizing the shade\u003c\/a\u003e. This is as clean as hair gets. That raw grade carries through \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tape-in-hair-extensions\"\u003eevery tape-in we cut\u003c\/a\u003e, from straight all the way to 4B-4C coily in 1B, so the only real variable is your own texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Wave Adds Movement Without Daily Heat Styling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe relaxed S-pattern gives you that casual, undone wave from the very first wear. And the wave comes right back after every flat-iron session because it lives in the strand's permanent disulfide bond structure rather than a temporary heat set. So you always have waves to come home to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Pieces Across 20 Sandwiches Distribute Weight Evenly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach sandwich holds a thin section of your own hair, spreading the 100-gram total across your scalp. It's lightweight enough for all-day comfort without that pulling sensation heavier methods produce. You honestly forget they're in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Hair Takes Color to Any Shade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCompletely unprocessed cortex with virgin melanin lifts cleanly through all lightening stages. No prior chemical history to create banding, no silicone barrier resisting penetration, no surprises during the color process. Colorists love working with this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTape Bonds Lay Flat Beneath the Wave Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe S-curve's natural volume lifts the hair slightly away from the scalp, creating just enough space for the flat adhesive tabs to sit undetected beneath the wave mass. The texture basically hides the method for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Through Multiple Reinstallations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRaw hair survives tape removal, cleaning, and re-taping across up to three cycles because the unprocessed cuticle holds up way better than standard virgin under repeated adhesive contact. That extends your investment significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6-8 Week Wear Time Per Installation Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe adhesive tabs maintain their hold through six to eight weeks of daily wear, washing, and styling before natural growth moves the bonds far enough from the root to need a move-up. That's a solid wear cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"spec-header\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eHair Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eRaw Virgin Hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eBody Wave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eProcessing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eNone (completely unprocessed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e3.50 oz (100 grams)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003e40 pieces (20 sandwiches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColor Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-value\"\u003eCan lift to any color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBody wave tape-ins are the ones I reach for when someone asks me \"what should I start with?\" because the texture does a lot of the work for you. If you're comparing methods, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/clip-in-hair-extensions-your-guide-to-instant-length-and-volume\"\u003eclip-in extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e is worth reading too, since clip-ins are the other beginner-friendly option. That loose S-pattern adds movement without you having to touch a curling iron, and it blends with most hair types without much fussing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Body Wave Is the Starter Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#weft\"\u003eweft\u003c\/a\u003e in this pack has its own slight variation in the wave pattern, and that's actually what raw hair looks like. Processed body wave has this super uniform S-curve that repeats perfectly, and honestly, that uniformity is what makes it look fake. Raw body wave is a little messier, a little more random, and that's exactly why it disappears into your own hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can curl it tighter for an event and it'll relax back to its natural wave over a couple days. It's the most forgiving texture in the lineup if you don't want to commit to one look. If you're deciding between slim, ultra slim, or invisible tape strips for this texture, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/tape-in-extensions-reliable-and-long-lasting-hair-enhancements\"\u003etape-in extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e compares all four types and their weight ranges so you can match the right strip to your \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hair-extension-glossary#hair-density\"\u003ehair density\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've also noticed that body wave hides grow-out better than straight. When your roots start coming in at the 5-6 week mark, the wave pattern disguises that new growth at the bond site. Straight tape-ins show every millimeter of grow-out. Body wave buys you an extra week or two before your move-up appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Raw Hair Difference You Can Actually See\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessed body wave looks amazing out of the package, super shiny and perfectly uniform, and then it starts deteriorating around wash four or five. Raw body wave does the opposite. It looks a little underwhelming at first, but it gets better with each wash as it absorbs your products and adapts to your routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese come in 18-22 inch lengths, which after the wave pattern contracts a bit, gives you roughly 16-20 inches of actual hanging length. It's not a huge difference, but it's worth knowing so you don't order 18 and end up with 16. If you're adding length to hair that's currently above the shoulders, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-short-hair-change-your-style\"\u003eextensions for short hair guide\u003c\/a\u003e has tips on choosing the right length for a natural transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintaining the Wave Between Washes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody wave is the easiest texture to air dry in this lineup. It dries into that beachy wave pattern on its own, no diffuser or styling required. Avoid heavy oils directly on the tape bonds, and keep your leave-in on mid-lengths and ends only. At night, a loose braid and silk pillowcase go a long way toward keeping the wave intact between washes, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/blogs\/hair-education\/hair-extensions-for-volume-complete-guide-to-thicker-and-fuller-hair\"\u003evolume extensions guide\u003c\/a\u003e has the full sleep prep routine and reapplication timeline for tape-ins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locks of Hair","offers":[{"title":"18\"","offer_id":42311336886332,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-BW-18","price":79.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"","offer_id":42311336919100,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-BW-20","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22\"","offer_id":42311336951868,"sku":"RAW-TAPE-IN-BW-22","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/files\/tape-in-hair-extensions-body-wave-natural-black-1b-0.jpg?v=1769739491"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/2294\/8668\/collections\/raw-tape-in-extensions.jpg?v=1755050760","url":"https:\/\/locksofhair.com\/collections\/tape-in-hair-extensions\/curly.oembed","provider":"Locks of Hair","version":"1.0","type":"link"}