Throw-back Thursday: Where did hair extensions originate ?

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Hair Extensions is a million dollar industry, but it has been existing a long time. The first documentary of extensions where the ancient Egyptians.

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It took place all the way back in 3400 BC—over 5,000 years ago! Not only did they use hair extensions, they actually had a variety of extension options to choose from. They placed and fixed wigs to their head and also used sewn-on hair pieces and braids. The extensions were made from a variety of materials, including human hair and dyed sheep’s wool. Materials like resin and beeswax were used to attach the extensions. Throughout the history of Egypt, different hair extensions and braids used different colors, knots and twists to indicate the age, religion or social status of the wearer.

Africa the roots of hair extensions began in Egypt yet also spread throughout other parts of Africa.
For centuries, traditional African hair-braiding techniques have included extensions of some form, these styles has cultural spiritual and aesthetical significance

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For example, the Mbalantu of Wambo group of Namibia have worn their hair with braids reaching their ankles with the use of sinew extensions. This noticeable style is recognizable and all who see it identify the refined technique.
The women start to make the hair at age 12 and leave it for several years. They can style the hair in different ways.

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Many African hair extensions are adorned with cowrie shells, feathers and other natural accessories.

In Europe And America Hair extension has been use since the days of ancient kings and founding fathers of America

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The hair extensions are called powerful wig. It signifies strength, wealth and class, especially for men men who have bald hair.
The European and American women had hair extensions made From horse skin and wool, it is added to the tip of the hair to give it an excellent look, it can be twisted or braided.

The industry is growing and using technology and fashion to satisfy the consumers.

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I didn't know hair extensions were so old. They have definitely been used by both women and men, they are a quick way to change your style and get noticed in a different way.

Yeah it it, we don't have to always stick to our natural hair

Interesting history of hair extensions. Thank you for sharing :)

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Ok.... Thank you

Which of the hairs are you currently wearing

Lol.... Why are you asking

Interesting!
Thanks for sharing @isabeell577
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I felt like I just read a full documentary on hair extensions. Thank you for taking our time to explain all these in simple terms. I've learnt something today. I actually felt that was how long their hair was especially the African women and American men until today, now I know that they were hair extensions. Thank you 😊

Lol... Thank you