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From the Source

Surprisingly, I do not actually get alot of questions about the history of Great Lengths, or its’ origins. Why don’t we explore? The Great Lengths company was launched in 1992 by David Gold. David worked in textiles and developed a way to colour fabric and hair-using a special transfer method that allowed the product… Read More

There’s an (Great Lengths) App for that…

With the recent trends in bold colour blocking and ombre flow colouring, Great Lengths Apps are poised to make wearing this trend quite quick, painless and flawless. The type of colour process used to reconstruct these looks can be quite damaging to hair, with unpredicatable results- but never fear, Apps are here! Great Lengths Apps… Read More

Hair Health Inside and Out

When I see clients who are having problems with dry, thinning hair, dull and lifeless hair, or a noticeable amount of breakage, the first thing I do is eliminate the obvious antagonists. Are they heavy users of heat styling tools? Are they highlighting or colouring? Do they have habits that may be contributing to the… Read More

Trichotillomania and Great Lengths

Trichotillomania is the compulsive urge to pull out one’s own hair. Sometimes it is accompanied by urges to eat the hair that has been pulled out. This can be present in varying degrees, but from my experience, causes the suffer an obviously considerable amount of stress and noticeable hair loss, although 100 percent of the… Read More

A Hair Treatment Fit for a (Snow) Queen!

Well tis’ the season for split ends and dry hair. Split ends are a major problem right now..especially because we in the Great Toronto actually got a real winter this year. The cold weather involves heavy purses, coat collars, scarves-they really do affect your hair. And my dears, there is only one way to truly… Read More

The Bond that Keeps Us Together.

Glue. It’s great for crafts. Fantastic for fixing your favourite mug. Not so good when it comes to hair. I’m quick to correct anyone who uses the term “glue” in regards to hair extensions in my salon. This is because I don’t want anyone to be confused: Great Lengths uses no such material in their… Read More

She Got Schooled

So it is known that I am currently studying to become a herbalist and registered holistic nutritionist. (If you didn’t then you know now). As part of my studies in Herbalism. This often prompts the question ” What can I take/eat to make my hair better?” Well, there are many things that could work for… Read More

Classic and Cold Fusion Facts

Great Lengths Classic and the Cold Fusion Method: What is the difference? There is some confusion about the two methods and systems regarding single-strand application that Great Lengths offers in Canada. So let’s clarify and discuss these two systems. The Classic. The Classic method, and my absolute personal favorite, has been around for over 20… Read More

Behind the Masque

The type of support product you choose to use on your Great Lengths can make quite a difference. As I have stated before, it is best to use a high-end salon product line with no heavy oils, alcohol or silicone contained in it. One of the most important parts of the extension care regime is… Read More

ions

So, You have just invested in the Great Lengths hair extensions service. Congratulations, and welcome to a lifetime addiction that will bring many years of joy and sexiness! But, my ladies, there are some things you should know. I do hope this is only a re-hash of the education you undoubtedly received from your responsible… Read More

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