Why Salons Add Invisible Tape-in Extensions
- 01Invisible root Hair is injected into the tape, creating a natural-looking parting.
- 02Ultra-thin and flexible Moves with the head and is barely noticeable to the touch.
- 03Styles freely Clients can wear high ponytails and part their hair anywhere.
- 04Thinner than a standard tab The PU tab is about 0.3 mm thick, so rows can sit closer to the parting.
Specifications for Invisible Tape-in Extensions
- Tab
- Injection PU tape, 4 cm x 0.8 cm, about 0.3 mm thick
- Weight
- 2.5 g per piece, 20 pieces per pack (50 g)
- Hair grade
- Double Drawn Remy
- Texture
- Straight, Body Wave
- Length
- 14" to 26" (core lengths 16", 18", 20", 22", 24")
- Color
- 30+ shades, see Color Chart: #1, #1B, #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, #12, #18, #24, #60, 613, Ash Blonde, Balayage, Piano, Ombre
- Adhesive
- Waterproof tape adhesive; MSDS sent with your quotation
- Reusable
- Yes, with replacement tape
- MOQ
- 10 packs per color
Who Buys It
Premium extension brands and salons, most of them in North America. They add injection tape-ins next to a standard tape-in line for clients who wear their hair up or part it in different places, and stock both in the same shades so stylists can mix them in one install.
Injection or Standard Tape-in?
Injection tabs hide the weft line and stay discreet in ponytails. Standard tape-ins cost less and suit everyday volume. Our guide to invisible vs regular tape-in extensions shows how salons split stock between the two.
How They Are Applied
The method is the same as standard tape-ins: sandwich a thin section of natural hair between two tabs and press to seal. Because the tab is thinner, stylists can place rows closer to the parting and hairline for a fully natural look.
Stylists can also use injection tabs only where the hair is seen, along the parting, the top layer and around the hairline, and fill the back and lower rows with standard tape-ins. Both go in with the same sandwich method and come out with tape remover, so one install can combine the two.
Shades on a Clear Tab
The clear PU tab takes on the shade of the hair around it, which is why rooted and shadow-root shades work well on injection tape-ins.
Aftercare Tips for Clients
- Remove with an oil-free tape remover and peel slowly, because the thin PU tab tears if pulled fast
- Keep flat irons and curling tongs off the tabs; heat softens the PU and the adhesive
- Other care is the same as our standard tape-ins: wait 48 hours before the first wash, keep oils off the tabs and move up every 6 to 8 weeks
Lead Time and Packing
- Sample
- 5–7 days
- Bulk order
- 15–25 days
- Packing
- Each pack of 20 pieces on a card, in a polybag or branded box
- Shipping
- Express, air or sea freight. See Shipping
Invisible Tape-in Extensions FAQ
Is injection tape harder to apply?
No. It applies the same way as standard tape-ins.
Can root colors be matched?
Yes. Rooted and shadow-root shades are available, so the parting shows a darker root like the client's own.
Are injection tape-ins reusable?
Yes, 2 to 3 times, the same as standard tabs. Peel them off slowly with remover: the 0.3 mm PU is thinner than a standard tab and tears if it is pulled.
Are they suitable for very fine hair?
Yes. The ultra-thin tab and lighter look make them a strong choice for fine hair.
Do you make injection tape-ins in curly textures?
No. Injection tabs are made in straight and body wave, where the root shows most. For curly and kinky clients, our standard tape-ins come in 3A to 4C textures and the curl hides the tab.
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