What the Curved Tip Does
- 01Secure bond The curved tip wraps around the natural strand.
- 02Discreet Small bonds that sit close to the scalp.
- 03Natural movement Each strand moves independently.
- 04Long wear 3 to 4 months between appointments.
Specifications for U-Tip Extensions
- Bond
- Keratin U-tip
- Weight
- 0.8 g to 1 g per strand, 100 strands per pack (80 g to 100 g per pack)
- Hair grade
- Remy, Single Drawn or Double Drawn
- Texture
- Straight, Body Wave, Loose Wave, Curly (3A to 3C), Kinky Straight, Kinky Curly (4A to 4C)
- 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
- Application
- Heat fusion
- Reuse
- Re-tip only, with fresh keratin
- MOQ
- 10 packs per color
U-Tip Extensions vs K-Tips
| U-Tip | K-Tip | |
|---|---|---|
| Tip shape | Curved, wraps the strand | Flat |
| Bond size | Small | Smaller, flatter |
| Hold | Very secure | Secure |
| Common in | Continental Europe | Europe, Australia |
Who Buys It
Extension brands and salons buy U-tips; the method is most common in continental Europe. Fusion specialists often offer U-tips next to K-tips; ordering both in the same shades means either bond can be used on the same client.
How U-Tips Are Applied
- 1Take a small section of natural hair close to the scalp
- 2Place the U-tip under the section
- 3Melt the keratin with a heat connector and roll it around the natural hair
- 4Repeat in rows, away from the hairline and parting
Colors
U-tip bonds are tinted to match blonde or dark hair, like our K-tips.
Aftercare Tips for Clients
U-tips are cared for like any keratin bond: no washing for 48 hours, no oils on the bonds and hot tools kept about 2 cm away. The full client checklist is on our K-Tip Extensions page. Because the curved tip wraps around the strand, ask clients to separate the bonds gently after washing so they sit flat.
Lead Time and Packing
- Sample
- 5–7 days
- Bulk order
- 15–25 days
- Packing
- Each pack of strands tied in bundles of 25 and labeled by length and color
- Shipping
- Express, air or sea freight. See Shipping
U-Tip Extensions FAQ
How many U-tip strands does a thick-haired client need?
Plan toward the top of the 100 to 200 range. U-tips are usually chosen for thicker hair, and the extensions have to match the client's own density to blend below the bonds.
Can one order carry U-tips and K-tips?
Yes. Each method counts on its own at 10 packs per color, with lengths mixed, and both ship in the same carton. Salons that offer both usually order them in the same shades. Like K-tips, used strands are re-tipped with fresh keratin rather than re-applied as they are.
Quote for U-Tip / Nail Tip Extensions
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