Foundation & Application
This class is designed for stylists who want to build a strong foundation in customizable keratin extensions through hands-on learning, observation, and real-time feedback.
Whether you are completely new to keratin extensions or looking to strengthen your understanding of safe application and removal, this class focuses on helping you better understand what to look for, how bonds should wear over time, and how small adjustments can affect both the final result and long-term hair integrity.
This education is rooted in real life salon experience and is designed to help stylists develop stronger awareness, safer habits, and greater confidence through repetition and observation not the expectation of instant mastery.
No prior keratin extension education is required.
WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR:
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Stylists with little to no keratin extension experience
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Stylists wanting to safely begin offering keratin extensions
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Stylists looking to strengthen their understanding of placement, bond retention, application, and removal
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Stylists currently generating little to no revenue from keratin extensions
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Stylists wanting to integrate keratin extensions into their existing extension or color services
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Stylists looking to build a strong foundation before moving into more advanced customization techniques
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Students will leave with a stronger understanding of:
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Safe keratin application and removal
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What a sealed bond looks like and and what to look for over time
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Color, density, and texture matching
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Bond customization using factory hair
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Placement strategies for different client goals
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Recognizing improperly sealed bonds
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Building confidence through repetition and observation
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Working with different factory hair types
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Consultation and pricing considerations
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Efficiency during application
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Cutting and blending techniques
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Safe tool usage and movement
Removal education is a major component of this class, as proper removal pressure and technique cannot safely be learned online.
PRE-WORK + CLASS STRUCTURE
This is a hybrid learning experience that includes required pre-work completed before the in-person class.
The purpose of the pre-work is to maximize hands-on learning and individualized feedback during the live class experience.
Pre-work topics include:
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Keratin theory
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Understanding different keratin compounds
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Bond customization and factory bond variations
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Color blend expansion
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Density and texture considerations
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Common application and removal mistakes
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Business and pricing strategies
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Social media and attracting extension clients
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Required tools for safe application
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Cutting and blending foundations
IN-PERSON CLASS FOCUS
The live class is heavily focused on:
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Hands-on learning
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Real-time correction and feedback
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Troubleshooting
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Observation
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Tool comfortability and movement
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Application and removal practice
Students will participate in mannequin and/or model work throughout the class.
The focus of the day is not simply watching a transformation demo. The emphasis is on practice, understanding, repetition, and learning how to recognize what is happening in real time.
CLASS DETAILS
WHAT: A hybrid learning hands-on keratin extension education class focused on foundational application, safe removal, customization, and understanding keratin bond behavior.
WHEN: Sunday, July 26th | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Blend Salon in Forest Hill, MD
*Located Centrally in between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. Closest airports are BWI and PHL.
INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET
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Complete #HBCA extension tool kit
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Practice hair for use during and after class
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Hands-on mannequin/model experience
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Personalized feedback and correction
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Small class environment for individualized support
IMPORTANT NOTES
Each attendee is encouraged to arrive with clean, dry hair, as portions of the class may involve applying individuals on one another. If you do not wish to participate as a model, a mannequin will be available.
Class sizes are intentionally kept small to create a more personalized, detail-oriented learning environment with ample opportunity for questions, troubleshooting, and feedback.
Students are not expected to leave as specialists after one class. The goal is to create stronger understanding, safer habits, better observation skills, and foundational confidence that can continue to develop through real-world experience over time.
