Wholesale extension programs should be selected by attachment method, base visibility, installation workflow and the customer’s maintenance expectations. VAYORA’s current categories cover tape-in, I-tip, U-tip, flat-tip and machine, hand-tied or genius wefts. Confirm the actual specification and sample for each SKU before quoting or making wear claims.
Methods at a Glance
| Method | Attachment and use | Buyer inspection focus |
|---|---|---|
| Tape-in | Adhesive tabs are paired around a thin section of hair by a trained installer. | Tape size, base thickness, adhesive uniformity, alignment and residue after removal. |
| I-tip | A small strand is secured with a bead or micro-ring; installation hardware is specified separately. | Tip consistency, strand weight, bond shape, loose hair and bead compatibility. |
| U-tip and flat-tip | Pre-bonded tips are applied with an appropriate professional method. | Bond dimensions, material consistency, strand placement and heat or handling response. |
| Machine weft | Machine-sewn track installed using the buyer’s chosen technique. | Track width, seam strength, return hair, shedding and bulk. |
| Hand-tied or genius weft | Thinner or differently finished weft constructions, subject to exact product build. | Edge profile, trimming guidance, seam security and installation compatibility. |
Installation, removal and reuse depend on professional technique, hair care and the selected attachment. Avoid applying one duration or reuse promise across all methods.
Choose a Method by the Service You Are Selling
Start with the salon workflow and customer use, then shortlist a construction for physical sampling. These are decision prompts, not universal claims about how long an installation lasts or which method is safest for every person.
| Buyer need | Method to evaluate | Specification to request | Sample approval check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat, discreet adhesive tab for a professional service | Tape-in | Tab width, base thickness, adhesive system, hair weight and replacement tape plan | Check tab edges, uniformity and removal residue with the intended installer and remover. |
| Strand-by-strand fitting with beads or rings | I-tip with separately specified installation hardware | Tip diameter/shape, strand weight, ring size and material compatibility | Check several tips for even finish and trial installation/removal with a qualified stylist. |
| Pre-bonded strand application | U-tip or flat-tip | Bond geometry and material, strand weight, heat/application procedure | Check bond integrity and loose hair after the intended professional application and removal trial. |
| Continuous track for salon installation | Machine, hand-tied or genius weft, by exact build | Track width, thickness, weight, return hair and whether the specific weft can be cut | Inspect both seam faces and ends. Never assume cutting or folding guidance transfers between weft types. |
| Removable set | Clip-in, if confirmed for the project | Piece map, clips, total hair weight and packaging | Check clip function, fixing and comfort in a trial with the intended user group. |
For each shortlisted method, write down the target length, texture, physical color reference, net hair weight, end silhouette and the approval tolerance. Then use the method-specific QC record for attachment checks and the sample revision log to freeze the approved production reference. The latter is a documentation method that can be adapted to extensions; its wig-specific checks do not replace an extension installation trial.
Choose by Visibility, Service and Maintenance
A salon may prefer a discreet attachment for a particular hair density or style, while a distributor may prioritize repeatable packaging and SKU recognition across several methods. Document where the attachment will sit, whether the client needs flexible parting, the intended color blend and the professional service involved. Ask installers to test the proposed base on the target hair type before approving a broader range.
What to Inspect on a Sample
- Confirm material, texture, shade, length and weight on the approved specification.
- Check the attachment area under consistent light: tape, tips, bonds or weft edge.
- Gently comb and wash a test unit; note shedding, tangling and changes at the attachment.
- Perform an installation and removal trial with a qualified professional using the intended method.
- Record packaging, batch/SKU labels and instructions relevant to the target market.
Compare Available Product Directions
Explore tape-in extensions, tip extension options and machine, hand-tied and genius wefts. Use quality control and sample planning to agree inspection criteria and case-by-case minimum quantity for the specific product and customization. For shade planning, use the human hair color chart and matching guide and approve physical samples for each construction. For a method-specific failure checklist, review common hair extension QC failures before approving the production sample. To specify how full the ends should look at a given length and weight, see the single drawn vs double drawn buyer guide.
FAQ: Selecting an Extension Method for Wholesale
Can one approved hair sample cover tape-in, tip and weft extensions?
No. Hair length, shade and texture can share a material reference, but each attachment needs a separate base specification, installation trial and approval record. Test tape condition, tip shape or weft stitching on the corresponding sample.
Which information should a salon record during the installation trial?
Record the sample SKU and lot, installer, client hair type, attachment placement, tools and products used, service time, comfort observations and removal condition. Photograph the base before and after the trial under consistent lighting, then agree which observations affect approval.
How should buyers compare MOQ across extension methods?
Send the exact method, length, texture, shade, net hair weight, packaging and expected quantities for each SKU. Sampling, MOQ and lead time depend on the selected configuration and are confirmed case by case; a minimum for one attachment or color does not establish a fixed minimum for another.
Build an Extension Method Brief
Share the installation method, target market, hair specification, shade range, packaging and expected quantity. Availability, sampling, MOQ and lead time are confirmed for the chosen configuration.
Request an extension quotation →After choosing an attachment method, identify the sample, approval and production steps needed for the project. Review manufacturing review and approval workflow when preparing the next project decision.
Translate a Chosen Method Into a Purchase Specification
After selecting the extension construction, define attachment dimensions, pack contents and SKU identification for the order.
Feather, Genius and Butterfly: Compare Construction Before Names
Advanced names should lead to a sample question, not an assumed product category. This comparison helps wholesale buyers clarify a benchmark alongside existing machine, hand-tied and Genius wefts. It does not confirm VAYORA availability or assign one universal structure to each name.
| Comparison direction | Physical distinction to verify | Buyer decision |
|---|---|---|
| Feather vs Genius | Is the Feather reference a strand/linked-unit system or a continuous track? Compare it with the actual Genius edge. | Confirm unit format, hardware, measured edge and service method; do not compare names alone. |
| Butterfly vs traditional weft | Does the Butterfly sample use a perforated base, and how does it differ from the stitched/tied reference? | Compare the base, hole pattern, hair distribution and approved attachment route. |
| PU Hole construction | Is PU the confirmed base material? Record thickness, hole geometry, spacing and finishing. | Use Butterfly as an equivalent label only if both names refer to the same verified construction. |
| Pre-Beaded vs sew-in | Pre-Beaded describes supplied hardware; sew-in describes a service method. Confirm the underlying weft. | Review bead placement, dimensions and compatible tools separately from seam and hair quality. |
| No-Sew Beaded | Is this a distinct product assembly or an attachment method for an existing weft? | Confirm product contents and written professional instructions before making a no-sew claim. |
Attachment Methods and Bead Compatibility
Ask which components are supplied with the weft, which the salon provides, and how bead size, lining, material and hole/loop dimensions are matched. A bead-based service may still include stitching; pre-attached beads and a no-sew route are not automatically the same. Qualified installers should evaluate the intended method using the specific sample and record installation, removal and any reuse observations.
Compare Product Performance Under Agreed Conditions
Record sample ID, track or unit dimensions, hair weight, hardware, installer, tools, removal procedure and observations. Confirm cutting and end treatment for that construction. Do not claim that one system is universally more comfortable, faster, stronger or suitable for every hair type without evidence.
Advanced Weft Buyer Questions
Is Feather Weft a uniform alternative to Genius Weft?
No. Clarify whether the reference uses continuous tracks, linked units or individual strands. Compare its actual base and attachment with the selected Genius sample before deciding the commercial category.
Are pre-beaded and sew-in mutually exclusive categories?
Not necessarily. Pre-beaded describes hardware supplied on a product, while sew-in describes an attachment method. Confirm the actual assembly and whether the proposed service also uses thread.
How should Butterfly and PU Hole references be compared?
Compare identifiable samples, front/reverse/base views, material, thickness, hole pattern, hair distribution and attachment instructions. If both labels describe one construction, keep one specification instead of creating duplicate product categories.
Specify the Construction Before Requesting a Quote
Send the system names together with the physical references and the salon method you intend to support. Include hardware, measurements, length/shade plan and pack contents so a construction-specific sample review can be planned.
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